Welcome and gather 'round, newsbearers and aspiring media moguls of the roaring 1930s!
The presses are rolling, the news is hot off the wire, and we're thrilled to announce News Tower's Early Access launch TODAY!
We want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who joined us in the Closed Beta. Your insightful feedback and passionate participation helped us shape News Tower into the journalism simulation you know and love.
Whether you tested the waters during the demo or dive right in with Early Access today, your support means the world to us.
Stay tuned! This is just the first edition of your newspaper empire.
Throughout Early Access, we'll be working closely with our community to deliver updates, new features, and exciting content based on your suggestions. It's time to grab your metaphorical pen, gather your staff, and write your own headlines in News Tower!
📰 EXTRA! EXTRA! LAUNCH EDITION AVAILABLE!
Forget Valentine's Day chocolates - this year, get swept off your feet by the thrill of the press. Dive into the roaring 1930s as you build your media empire in the bustling heart of New York City. Hear the clatter of typewriters, the shouts of newsboys, and the hum of printing presses churning out your latest edition.
💡 EARLY ACCESS PRICING
News Tower will, throughout Early Access, be priced at 19.99€ and 19.99 USD with regional pricing also being in effect.
There is currently a temporary 10% discount to celebrate our launch!
So make sure to grab it right now!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1649950/News_Tower/
If you want to go the extra mile in supporting us, you can purchase the "Supporter Edition" which contains the 14 tracks composing the original soundtrack of the game!
Thank you so much if you choose to support us with this! It means a lot to us and will help us improving the game even further.
Get the 'Supporter Edition' here:
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/37740/News_Tower_Supporter_Edition/
🕹️ PRESS KIT
Are you a content creator or an influencer interested in our game?!
We have our very own press kit right here!
You can contact us on our Discord and our DMs are open on Twitter if you need anything or want to discuss a collaboration or partnership!
🗺️ EARLY ACCESS ROADMAP
Want to know what content you will get to experience and enjoy in Early Access?
Here is a roadmap to see exactly that!
Please also keep in mind that we will be improving and developing the game constantly while in Early Access, so your opinion matters! You can share it on our Discord.
📝 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why an Early Access?
We are a 4 people studio and Early Access is the best way for us to improve the game with your feedback in mind. We are bringing a solid core-gameplay loop first and we’ll be adding more content, immersion and mechanics later on.
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How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?
The full version will feature extra content, going from 1930 to 1939 – whereas it goes only from 1930 to 1932 in Early Access.
We’re also going to keep on building on the existing features to give them more depth.
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What is the current state of the Early Access version?
The current state of the game includes:
- One part of the main campaign play from 1930 to 1932
- 100+ objects to build and manage your tower from printer to luxury decoration items
- 10+ job types to make sure your newspaper is running
- The reporting, production and printing core loop of the game
- News map to send your reporters dig the hottest news of the moment
- 1000+ News items to report on
- New York district systems to gain more readers according to their interests.
- Progress unlocking systems to grow your News Empire bigger and more efficient.
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On which platforms can I access the Early Access version? Are other platforms planned?
News Tower will be available on Steam for PC & Mac. There are no other plans for now, as we are first and foremost focusing on the quality of the Early Access for these platforms.
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In what languages is News Tower available?
The game is currently available only in English, but we plan to add French, German, Russian and Chinese in the future. We will keep you updated!
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Will there be ongoing improvements and updates during Early Access?
Absolutely! We're committed to enhancing News Tower continuously during the Early Access based on your valuable feedback. Your input will play a crucial role in shaping the game's development!
🗞️ JOIN THE COMMUNITY
Meet the devs and other newsbearers!
Join our wholesome and active community of wondrous newsbearers, and be part of the journey as we work together to bring you the best possible game experience!
💬 Come to our Discord
🐤 Follow us on Twitter
Thank you for your continued support and kindness - it trully matters to us.
Together, we will bring tomorrow's scoops to the world!