Why Early Access?

“Icity is a Flight Sim ... and a City Builder, connecting two fantastic genres, and we want to get the balance just right. Icity has tremendous flexibility in how it can be played, and we would very much like our Community to participate in its development from this basic version into a fully-fuelled machine. Early Access is a tremendous opportunity to engage with our Community to help identify important content and features, establish themes, and shape this great game together.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We anticipate that Icity will be in Early Access for 10-12 months after release, and have outlined a schedule for proposed updates that will be based upon Community feedback and suggestions.”

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

“We plan to improve Icity during Early Access with additional content and features based upon Community feedback, suggestions, and game-testing. We anticipate these features might include additional maps and environments, additional aircraft, mission-specific aircraft modules, aircraft upgrades, new building types, and refinements to the logistics and economics systems, depending upon the feedback we get. We're keen to build a solid foundation for a long-term future.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The current Early Access version (1.2 beta - January 2017) presents a basic level of gameplay. It includes 1 predefined test map, 3 aircraft with 6 cargo modules, 1 supply shuttle, 10 types of placable buildings, 4 placeable infrastructure items, pre-built airport and mine facilities, and a basic day-night cycle. The player may only save progress for 1 game at a time. Basic gameplay tutorials are included.”

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

“We plan to gradually raise the price as we ship new content and features.”

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

“We invite the Community to provide feedback and suggestions for improvements to Icity, via the Icity Community Page, the Icity Development Blog (on the Openland Design website), and through email and social media channels. We also plan to continue game-testing at various events and locations in our studio's area.”