Hello everyone!
It’s been a while since we didn’t talk here. But it’s because we have a lot coming in the next few weeks! So let’s see together what’s on the menu in today's update? A piece of big news to share and more info about our playtest & release schedule.
First of all, we want to wish to congratulate Anaïs, our narrative designer and her husband Davy. They just started a new book to write. Can't wait to see what kind of cards he will play!
Much love from all the team!
Playtesting ARISEN and game roadmap
As promised it’s now the time to talk about our plan to release the game.
For now, the production is going well. As we said before, our partners are working on the English version of the first Act and we have completed the integration of the second Act in the game. About the second Act, the proofread is almost complete for the french version and we are getting ready to send it to the translation team.
But as we progress through the production we feel that we were way too optimistic for the release date previously announced.
As you know the covid crisis impacted many things: our partners, the rising fees to ship goodies in Europe and it also affected us and the new way we had to work together.
But if everything continues at this rhythm, well, the game should be ready for a release Q3 2021. Apologies for the wait!
So basically, here is our new roadmap:
- In May we will start playtesting the first act of the game with the two main languages, French & English, we will unveil more just below!
- Depending on how everything goes, we believe that we could start the first beta version during Q2/summer (July or August).
- If everything checks the green box, we will launch the game Q3 2021.
Please keep in mind that our roadmap is subject to change. You may believe that's bad news, but remember that may be more time for us to add & polish more content in the game. Of course, we hope that you will love what we have in store for the game.
So let’s see what we plan for the playtest:
About our playtest plans
If you're interested in being involved in the alpha playtest, fill in the form here:
- http://bit.ly/ARISENplaytest
Please note you won’t be given a beta version or demo of the game with this survey at this stage. Its purpose is to run a playtest in order to gather specific information such as bugs, proofreading, missing choices or branch, etc. Registration does not guarantee a slot in the playtest group. For backers with beta pledge, rest assured we will give you access to the beta when it will be available, as promised.
For the first playtest, you will test a quest with Igweneil as master. So the build will contain heavy spoilers, some bugs (hopefully not too much), a blocked path and more weird things. To experience a better and clean version, wait for the beta or the release! ; )
If you’re selected for the playtest you will receive an email with more details and info.
You will need a Steam account.
To support us you can wishlist the game here!
Thank you!
See you soon!
The Maratus team