Why Early Access?

“TacBrain is a systems-driven strategy game with many interacting mechanics. Early Access will allow me to develop and refine these systems together with players under real gameplay conditions. Player feedback will be especially valuable for improving usability, balancing units and components, identifying performance issues, and determining which features provide the most engaging tactical and creative possibilities. Early Access also gives me the opportunity to expand the game gradually while maintaining a playable and stable core experience.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“ 2-3 years”

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

“The Early Access version will focus on establishing and refining TacBrain’s core gameplay systems, including tactical combat, artificial intelligence, and simulation performance.

During Early Access, I plan to improve the usability, stability, balancing, and overall depth of these systems based on development progress and player feedback. I also expect to expand the range of available components, tactical options, scenarios, and supporting features, while improving presentation, onboarding, performance, and quality of life.

The full version is intended to provide a more polished, accessible, and content-rich experience, with more developed gameplay systems, a broader range of strategic possibilities, and a higher overall level of technical stability and visual refinement. The exact scope and priorities may evolve throughout Early Access as the game develops and I learn which features are most valuable to players.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The current version of TacBrain already includes the core gameplay systems that define the game. Players can command small groups of units in tactical battles, issue and coordinate orders through the command system, and complete mission objectives. The current unit roster is limited to the TacticalBot, the Settler (used for laying mines and other general-purpose tasks), and the AmmoTransporter. Additional units are currently in development.

The game currently features a functional tactical combat system, AI-controlled opponents, and the underlying simulation systems required to run battles in real time. Missions take place on varied battlefields and focus on different tactical objectives rather than base building or unit production.

Unit progression is also already implemented. Units can gain experience and develop over time, with surviving veterans retaining their experience between missions.

The current version is fully playable but remains in active development. The amount and variety of content, scenarios, and components, as well as balancing, user interface, onboarding, visual presentation, performance, and overall polish, will continue to be expanded and improved throughout Early Access.

The core features described in the “About This Game” section are already implemented. Please refer to that section for additional details.”

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

“I plan to offer TacBrain at a lower price during the early stages of Early Access. The price may increase gradually as the game receives significant new content, expanded gameplay systems, and major improvements.

The final price is expected to be higher than the initial Early Access price, reflecting the broader scope and more polished state of the game.”

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

“I plan to involve the community through regular development updates, discussions and polls. Players will be able to share their experiences, report issues, suggest improvements, and help me identify which systems, features, and quality-of-life changes should receive particular attention.

Community polls will also allow players to vote on potential new features, additions, and development priorities. The results will play an important role in evaluating which ideas are most valuable to the community. However, final development decisions will also take technical feasibility, available resources, the overall design vision, and the needs of the wider player base into account.”