Why Early Access?

“Starting in the same year, one player might earn wages and save for a home, while another builds a business, invests or goes from supplying a company to owning a stake. We want Early Access to help us understand how players build their own business lives. That feedback will guide character interactions, business and investment balance, pacing and long-term stability, giving different paths through life room to shine.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We currently expect the game to remain in Early Access for approximately 12 months after its Early Access launch. During this time, we plan to refine the experience based on player feedback and continue developing content for the full version. This estimate may change as development progresses and testing results come in. If it changes, we will share an updated estimate through Steam announcements.”

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

“Early Access focuses on your own business life from 2000 to 2025, from a job and your first savings to companies, investments, homes and cars. For the full release, we plan to add 众生纪元, broadening the world of the business-life sandbox while continuing to improve character interactions, business, investment and everyday-life content. The scope will evolve with development testing and player feedback. 众生纪元 is currently in the planning stage and is not yet playable.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The game is still pre-release and is not yet available to buy in Early Access. The current development build includes a single-player business life from 2000 to 2025 through a retro desktop, with job applications and paid shifts, character negotiations and signed documents, company management, stock and futures trading, and home and vehicle purchases. Business decisions affect orders, funds and ownership. The main game is currently in Simplified Chinese only, and AI interactions require internet access. We will update this answer against the delivered build before sales begin.”

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

“The game price and any difference between Early Access and full-release pricing are still being evaluated. Early Access is planned to offer official credits and optional BYOK. Game pricing, credit allowances and charging details will be announced before sales begin; BYOK is billed by your chosen provider.”

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

“We plan to collect player experiences through Steam discussions and share major changes through announcements. How did you earn your first savings? Which negotiation changed your business? Why did you buy a home rather than keep investing? These stories will help us understand the pleasures and frustrations of different paths through life. For issues, your actions, relevant documents and actual results can help us reproduce and improve the experience. Please remove API keys and other private information before sharing.”