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Early Access-spel

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Varför Early Access?

Cepheus Protocol is a large game still in active development. Early Access lets us keep shipping improvements while working closely with the community. There will be bugs and rough edges, but your feedback directly helps shape what we build next.

How often do we update?
We push minor updates and bug fixes regularly, usually at least once per week. Hotfixes go out as needed when issues impact gameplay.

Bigger feature updates land every month or two. These often appear first in our Experimental build on Steam so players can test new systems early without disrupting the main branch. Once changes are stable and polished, they roll into the core game.

Major updates
Major builds like 1.0, 1.1, 1.2 and beyond take longer because they combine multiple large changes across gameplay and content. Each major build focuses on improving core systems and expanding the game with new mechanics, units, weapons, vehicles, animations, and locations. Because we are a small team, some features may be developed by only one person at a time, which can affect timelines, but we share progress often through previews and developer streams.

Community involvement
As major updates get close, we invite the community into the Experimental build to test and give feedback. After collecting feedback for several days or weeks, we make the needed fixes and adjustments before pushing the update publicly. We do internal testing first, but community testing catches real world edge cases fast.

Bug fixes
We aim to fix serious issues quickly and keep you informed when something takes longer than expected. If you are reporting bugs, thank you. That is a big part of what makes Early Access work.

What can slow development?
Sometimes progress is impacted by engine updates, tool changes, team availability, or unexpected issues. Even when that happens, we will stay transparent, keep communicating, and keep moving the game forward.”

Ungefär hur länge kommer det här spelet att vara i Early Access?

“We will remain in Early Access until Cepheus Protocol is feature-complete and polished. We do not want to lock a hard date that forces a rushed release, but our goal is to reach 1.0 as soon as we can while maintaining quality.

Early Access exists so we can keep shipping updates, gather feedback, and improve the game in real conditions. Your support and bug reports directly help us get to a stronger full release.”

Hur är det tänkt att den fullständiga versionen ska skilja sig från versionen i Early Access?

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

We plan for the full version of Cepheus Protocol to be broader in scope and more feature-complete than the current Early Access build. Early Access is focused on improving core systems, expanding content, and using community feedback to refine balance, performance, and overall gameplay flow.

Planned additions and scope
We plan to support multiple ways to play, including:
  • Pandemic Mode expanded and polished as the core sandbox experience
  • Co-op features and progression improvements where they make sense for the mode
  • Horde Mode with additional missions and long-term replayability
  • Special Operations style missions with more directed objectives and scenarios
  • Story or Campaign content delivered in a form that fits the game’s systems and pacing

Overall improvements
Beyond new content, we plan to raise the quality bar across the board compared to Early Access, including stability, performance, UI, onboarding and tutorials, animations, balance, and long-term progression. As development continues, priorities and scope may evol

Hur är det nuvarande läget i versionen med Early Access?

“Right now, Cepheus Protocol Early Access is fully playable in both single-player and co-op, with RTS squad command and TPS Operator gameplay available.

  • Single-player and co-op support: Play solo or with others, with flexible gameplay across both modes.
  • TPS Operators and joint missions: You can play as TPS Operators and run missions together, combining hero-style Operator combat with squad coordination.
  • Missions available now: A selection of Horror missions and Pandemic missions you can jump into immediately.
  • Operator progression and RPG mechanics: Operators feature RPG-style progression, letting you build and grow your hero over time.
  • Operator customization: Customize your RTS and TPS heroes to fit your preferred playstyle.
  • Doctrines and specialization: An assortment of Doctrines acts as a specialization system, letting you choose branches like a skill tree to unlock units, upgrades, and passive bonuses as you progress.[/list\

Kommer spelet att prissättas annorlunda under och efter Early Access?

“Yes. We plan to raise the price in steps as Cepheus Protocol grows.

Our current plan is:
  • A small price increase after the conclusion of our upcoming reveal period, currently targeted around Q1 to Q2 2026.
  • Another small increase when the game leaves Early Access and reaches full release.

We will provide advance notice before any price change.

If you buy the game during Early Access, you will receive the full release version automatically at no additional cost.

Hur planerar ni att involvera gemenskapen i er utvecklingsprocess?

  • Feedback and bug reports: Players can share feedback, balance notes, and bug reports through Steam discussions, Discord, and social channels. We use that input to guide fixes, tuning, and priority decisions.
  • Experimental branch testing: New mechanics, systems, and content are often released first on our Experimental Steam branch so the community can test changes early and help us catch issues before they hit the main build.
  • Developer communication: We share progress through patch notes, dev previews, and live developer streams, especially around major features and larger updates.
  • Iteration based on results: When feedback shows something is not fun, not clear, or not balanced, we adjust and refine it. Community testing helps us validate what works in real gameplay.
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Recensioner

“A game that caught me off guard with how freaking fantastic it is, it runs fairly darn well, is pretty intense and reminds me quite a bit of They Are Billions just in a more modern world.”
SmashGaminG

“I'm really into Tower Defense games and this one is a great creation. It keeps you easily entertained. The sounds and graphics are decent. It's still in E.A and it looks pretty good so far.”
~8.2/10 – Kawaii Reviews

“Cepheus gameplay is a unique blend of RTS with a real tower defense feel. 100% a strong learning curve to master the tactical skills layered across the six different character classes. Check it out!”
Mature Minded Gamers

Special Announcement: Opt Into Cepheus Protocol Experimental Builds

Be the first to experience cutting-edge features and updates by opting into Cepheus Protocol branch Experimental Builds!

What You'll Get:

  • Early access to new gameplay mechanics, systems, and features.

  • A chance to provide feedback that shapes the future of Cepheus Protocol.

  • A sneak peek at upcoming content and improvements before they hit the main build.

How to Opt-In:

  • Buy/Own the Base Game of Cepheus Protocol

  • Go to your Steam Library.

  • Right click and go to properties

  • Go to Game Version & Betas and choose experimental

  • Install and have fun!

Om detta spel

An Open World RTS Military Survival Game. Command CERC (Center for Epidemic Research and Control) to stop a pandemic-level event from consuming the Bay Area. The Pangu Virus threatens humanity as it spreads, turning native inhabitants into infected, relentless swarms. Can you adapt, survive, and reclaim control?

Hardcore RTS Military Combat Meets Survival Horror

  • Aircraft Carrier Operations
    Your mobile base of operations in Pandemic Mode. If it’s destroyed, you lose. Defend it at all costs and utilize Winters, now a rebuildable hero, to lead your forces.

  • A New Threat Rises
    Battle infected hordes that can infect and turn your own units. Command land, sea, and air forces to hold the line in this unforgiving world.

  • Co-Op Multiplayer up to 16 players in true RTS/TPS hybrid combat!
    Share control of CERC operations with up to 16 players. Pool resources, coordinate tactics, and fight as a team against the infection.

Dynamic Gameplay Systems

  • Command the Operator
    Control the battlefield in Third-Person Shooter mode or use the Operator as a hero unit in RTS mode. Adapt your strategies to survive.

  • Doctrine Tree Progression
    Unlock new support options, powerful weapons, and unique units by leveling up through the Doctrine tree.

  • Customize Pandemic Mode
    Create your perfect challenge. Turn off infected types, adjust gameplay options, and create custom scenarios to tailor the experience.

  • Character Progression
    Improve your characters’ health and targeting efficiency as they gain experience through combat.

Innovative Mechanics and Features

  • Line of Sight and Hearing AI
    Experience cutting-edge AI that hunts your units based on what they can see and hear. Stay stealthy, or face overwhelming swarms.

  • Massive, Detailed Maps
    Explore sprawling urban environments filled with varied locales. Plan every attack, defense, and civilian evacuation carefully to ensure survival.

  • Dynamic Civilian Diplomacy  (Legacy Only Coming in Q2 to rebuild)
    Interact with rogue civilian groups. Recruit them to your cause, negotiate alliances, or defend yourself from hostile factions.

  • Civilian Evacuation (Legacy Only Coming in February to rebuild)
    Manage who lives and dies with an intricate Civilian Administration Structure. Customize your intake system or use preset templates to make critical decisions.

Destroy the Infection

  • Research the Pangu Virus
    Delve into the secrets of the alien pathogen and find a way to kill Patient 0 before it’s too late.

  • Hunt Patient 0 and Their Lieutenants
    Stop the infection from spreading by targeting its leaders. Destroy their expanding hordes before they consume every province.

  • Dynamic Provincial Events
    Encounter unexpected challenges as rogue civilian combatants and infected groups form dynamically across the map. Your reputation and decisions will shape the world around you.

  • Enhanced Operator Customization
    Tailor weapons, abilities, and appearance. Drive vehicles, gain progression perks, and refine your playstyle for maximum impact.

Planned Features

  • DNA Research System
    Develop a proper progression tree to counter the virus, protect your units, and evolve your strategies.

  • Canon Campaign Mode
    Experience the official Cepheus Protocol story, inspired by the novel and side stories

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Systemkrav

    Minimum:
    • Kräver en 64-bitars processor samt operativsystem
    • OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
    • Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-4500K
    • Minne: 8 GB RAM
    • Grafik: NVIDIA GeForce 1060 GTX or AMD Radeon Equivalent 4 GB
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Lagring: 8 GB ledigt utrymme
    • Ljudkort: Direct X Compatible
    • Ytterligare anmärkningar: **recommended SSD install for optimal performance
    Rekommenderade:
    • Kräver en 64-bitars processor samt operativsystem
    • OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
    • Processor: Intel® Core™ i7-6770K / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X
    • Minne: 16 GB RAM
    • Grafik: NVIDIA GeForce 2060 GTX or AMD Radeon Equivalent 6GB VRAM
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Lagring: 8 GB ledigt utrymme
    • Ljudkort: Direct X Compatible
    • Ytterligare anmärkningar: **recommended SSD install for optimal performance

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