Why Early Access?
“In Dreadful River you explore a vast meandering river on a raft, fighting enemy forces while trying to keep your crew alive. In addition to the core gameplay features, we have lots of ideas to expand on in the future. In the past we've worked on several open world RPG titles (some also available on Steam for free). Dreadful River is smaller in scope, but due to its nature, we can grow the game along the river, including popular world design and gameplay elements of our previous titles which will provide new challenges and adventures. By receiving input from the community, we strive to create something engaging to play and fun to explore.”
Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?
“The game is in development for approximately one year now. This time was used to create the core systems, to provide a solid ground for further additions. Another year to reach the full potential might be right. While in early access we, of course, will release regular content and feature updates. After the full release further content updates will happen.”
How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?
“As far as the river flows
- Additional friends and foes, new enemy variations and factions
- New ships and upgrades, more items to find and purchase
- Land on the shore and explore mystical locations
- Introducing seasons with new challenges
- Branching river and additional environments
- A lot more cool ideas will be added, we will find out while development proceeds
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What is the current state of the Early Access version?
“Survive as long as you can while floating down the river
- Explore the ever changing river that will be different each run
- Fight a wide variety of enemies that will try to stop your journey
- Hire different crew members with varying abilities
- Find new equipment to strengthen your force
- Trade items with with different merchants along the river
- Upgrade your vessel and provide more room for your crew
- Day night cycle, weather effects, there is wildlife too!
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Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?
“The games pricing will change over time. As new game elements and features are implemented, the selling price of the game will most likely rise at certain points in development. At least the final release version the game will be priced higher.”
How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?
“Feedback is always appreciated. We will consider implementing new features if fitting.
You can reach out to us on the Steam forums or by visiting our website
https://sureai.net/, where we provide more options.”
