Why Early Access?

“While this game is fully playable, it's often updated on a daily basis - many decisions are still being made to make this truly memorable and full featured. There is far more planned to expand the universe and simulation; and to add real social interactions to the simulated universe. As this is a living universe simulation at it's core, it attempts to simulate life, production, social systems, societies and more. There's a lot more to figure out to make this truly unforgettable.
The goal is to continue full development for at least 6 months following EA release to answer these questions.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“6 months approximately to ensure the game is achieving it's long term goals and has completed it's multiplayer engineering. Support will still continue beyond that scope to maintain the game.”

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

“The full version will differ from the current version in many ways, but the core game will remain the same. Primary tasks include:
- Verifying multiplayer support
- Choosing multiplayer game modes
- Multiplayer Chat and social system integration
- Ground and in person combat system finalization
- Survival mechanics
- Increased RPG feature set
- more unique locations and improved canon depth
- Final direction of the social and relationship simulations
- Refinement of all 4x elements and balancing for multiplayer
- Improving colony management simulation for cities and stations
- Additional quest lines and canon verifications
- Universe simulation improvements and feature additions
- Further game balance considerations
- Additional features based on EA findings”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“For game status please refer to the 'About this' section for the Early Access state. The game description describes the game accurately. This will be updated. Most planned features and core architecture are already built into the game and it is fully playable. The remaining work is refinement and deepening of the simulation.
-Multiplayer is present but remains in development before being officially supported.”

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

“The early release price reflects the EA period of development and community participation. The finalized version will have a higher price.”

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

“The community is invited to participate in the development process through direct contact, forums and other means to influence design decisions. Community feedback is essential to the development process.”