Why Early Access?

“The core experience is built upon the loop of quest-driven progression and weapon cultivation. Only through Early Access can we determine whether the balance of the growth curves meets players' expectations, whether monster difficulty properly matches the player's growth pace, whether each growth system has critical bugs, and how future content should evolve. Early Access allows us to continuously gather valuable community feedback during development, ensuring the full version delivers the most complete "Kung Fu Legend" experience.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“Expected to last approximately 5 months.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“Below are our plans for the future full version:

We plan to add more main story maps, expanding from the current handful to over 15, including classic martial arts locations such as "Shaolin Temple," "Mount Hua Summit," "Peach Blossom Island," and "Demon Cult Headquarters." Each map will feature its own side stories and hidden Easter eggs.

We plan to add greater breadth to the equipment cultivation system. In addition to the current three weapon systems, we will gradually introduce enhancement and training systems for armor, accessories, hidden weapons, and light-footwork manuals. This will allow multi-dimensional attribute growth — attack, HP, defense, critical rate, dodge, and more — truly enabling a "well-rounded master."

We plan to add a random "Jianghu Encounters" event system linked to map quests. During exploration, you will randomly encounter sudden events such as "a beggar transmitting inner power," "discovering a secret manual in an ancient tomb," "a convoy being ambushed," or "bullies oppressing villagers." Your choices will affect attribute changes, quest directions, and even hidden endings.

We plan to add a variety of new quest types to enrich the core loop. Beyond the current linear "talk → fight → turn in" model, we will introduce "timed tracking puzzles," "multiplayer boss sieges," "protect NPC evacuation," "using light-footwork to bypass traps," and other mechanics, giving each map's quests unique strategies for completion.

We plan to add deep interactive storylines for the three forging masters — Master Gu, the Blade Engraver, and Granny Lu. Each will have their own personal quest chain. Upon completion, you can unlock "legacy techniques" — for example, Master Gu teaching "Thousand-Pound Strike" (critical rate boost), Granny Lu teaching "Iron Shield" (block and counter), and more — enhancing the emotional bond between you and these NPCs.

We plan to add a late-game "Martial Arts Tournament" cross-server challenge mode. Players can represent their own server and compete against top fighters from other servers to determine the "number one under heaven." This mode will not have forced matchmaking, providing an optional competitive stage for those interested in pushing their limits.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“Three weapon cultivation systems: Master Gu's Divine Weapon Forging (boosts attack), the Blade Engraver's Divine Weapon Sharpening (boosts HP), and Granny Lu's Divine Weapon Tempering (boosts defense). All three systems are fully implemented. You can upgrade them by consuming corresponding materials (ore, sharpening stones, tempering essences), which are obtained through map quests.

Multiple main story maps: Including scenes such as a roadside inn, a secluded sect, and a border town. Each map features its own exclusive quest chain. Completing these quests unlocks the next map, advancing the main storyline.

4 player skills: Designed around different combat styles. Skill balance is still being iterated upon.

Classical Chinese art style: Gray brick and black tile, misty mountains and rivers — creating an immersive martial arts atmosphere.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“The game will always remain free to play.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“We will post images, text, and short videos via Steam announcements, Bilibili/YouTube, and Discord channels, showcasing new map drafts, NPC designs, and balance adjustment plans, while opening polls and comment sections to gather feedback.”