[h2]Hello Hyperstrangers,[/h2] [b]In less than 24 hours GHOSTWARE: Arena of the Dead will launch in Early Access.[/b] This marks another step on the development road. A road that started with a small project which was meant to be a nostalgic discourse and satire on the state of late '90s shooters. A project that now goes by the name of GHOSTWARE. Many days have passed since its conception and many will pass until the game is ready for full release. [b]Until then, let's together enjoy the journey ahead of us. Here is what you can expect from Early Access for GHOSTWARE - compiled into an FAQ:[/b] [h3]Why Early Access in the first place?[/h3] GHOSTWARE is developed by a handful of people in their spare time. Early Access will allow the team to grow and fully focus on development. Not to mention that your feedback will be essential in making the game as good as it can be. [h3]How long will this game be in Early Access?[/h3] GHOSTWARE will be in development for a period of around 8 months, which would translate to a full release in late Q4 2023 or early Q1 2024. [h3]How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?[/h3] The full version will have significantly more content for you to enjoy. Besides a greater roster of enemies, you can expect more grandiose boss fights, new maps, story episodes, and various other elements that are not yet present. Furthermore, the Arcade mode will receive a plethora of updates as well. As to the price difference, [b]on the 12th of April you will be able to get the game for 14.99$ with a 15% launch discount[/b]. At the end of the development cycle you can expect the game’s price to rise slightly. [h3]What is the current state of the Early Access version?[/h3] On the 12th of April you will have access to the first episode, which will include: [list] [*] 4 chapters, 12+ levels, most of which can be revisited to hunt for extra items. [*] A full “base” arsenal. [*] Classic arena game modes such as Deathmatch, King of the Hill, Capture the Flag [*] 8 enemy types [*] The Arcade mode which will allow you to set up your own custom matches against bots [/list] [h3]Can I be involved in the development process?[/h3] As we have mentioned at the beginning, your input will be invaluable. We will be listening to your feedback on various platforms ([url=https://discord.com/invite/qv448rMVSb]Discord[/url], [url=https://twitter.com/Ghostware_]Twitter[/url], etc.) in order to deliver a better game. Keep an eye out for closed betas for upcoming episodes as well! [h3]This wraps up today's update and for those who can't wait, here is a short gameplay teaser:[/h3] [previewyoutube=EvL_0SdaLe0;full][/previewyoutube] [h2]Yours truly,[/h2] [img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41933760/c8d9cdfd45645b6c9423e3f54f69c65feeafb35b.png[/img][img]{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/41933760/837feb3f28a9199565f25131081dd9a6a06b4fa0.png[/img]