Why Early Access?

“We want real players helping to stress test the backend and to help shape how the race mode and ranked matchmaking are developed. We will continue to develop and add to the game after release but will leave Early Access when the 3 updates below are completed.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“Until Q2 of 2027 at the latest, hopefully much sooner!”

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

“Three main updates are in the works before the game will be considered released:

Race game mode: Multiple players play their own whole board and race to finish. This is not started but is planned out.

Ranked Multiplayer: ELO/Glicko2 style ratings for players in multiplayer matches. This is in early research phases as 4player free for all style ranking systems are not common.

Backend overhaul: The server backend for all games is currently just one single server. Plans exist but work has not yet begun to refactor the game and API to allow for an arbitrary number of match/game servers tied to the main auth server.


There will be more features and fixes after release but these are meant to be part of the core game.
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What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The game's single player modes are effectively complete. Leaderboards for daily/hourly puzzles. Achievements are also working but may be tweaked during development.

Multiplayer is working but not currently built to handle a large player base. A backend overhaul is in the works but will take some time and testing.

The game also works without any backend services and can always be played offline.

When the above 3 milestones are finished with development the game will leave Early Access.”

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

“There is no plan to change pricing at this time. We had considered free to play but there will be a non-zero cost to maintaining and developing the backend and future features. The game is priced such that server costs will be a non-issue for several years. Expect even more game modes, fixes, and QOL improvements even after release. If the backend ever shuts down it will be released open source.”

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

“Feedback, ideas, and bugs should be reported to the Discord! Community feedback will directly influence game mode and ranked play decisions. We will also read any relevant Steam discussions.”