Hey everyone! I've reopened playtesting for the Deity's Domain demo.
If you’d like to participate, just send an email to: [email protected]
Please include the following three things in your email:
- The hardware specs of the PC you’ll be testing on
- Your Discord nickname
- Whether you’re available to record your first gameplay session (no audio or voiceover) and share the video with me via Discord. This isn’t mandatory but is greatly appreciated, as it would really help me improve the game.
If you’re selected for the test, I’ll send you a Steam key that grants access to this and all future tests.
What will you be testing?
- The early game tutorials up to what will be the end of the demo, which is planned for release here on Steam later this year. The demo lasts about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
What’s the purpose of this playtest?
- The goal is to assess the overall stability of the game. I want to identify any major blocking bugs and see whether the tutorials are clear and easy to follow.
So is the demo almost ready?
- Not quite. The game isn’t balanced yet, especially when it comes to Food and Power mechanics. The current demo is missing many minor features, contains various minor to medium bugs, has very few sound effects and visual effects, and only about 25% of the planned miracles (both for the player and the enemies) are available. There’s just one side quest at the moment.
Will there be future opportunities for those who aren't selected?
- Yes. Everyone who sends an email will be added to a list and considered for future tests. I’ll also make announcements when new testing phases begin. And even if you're never selected, you’ll still be able to play the demo once it releases publicly (Q4 2025).
How long will the playtest be available?
- The game will be available to play until May 25th. After that, access will be closed. If too many major bugs show up, I may need to shut it down earlier.
Why is access granted via email, and what’s the gameplay video for?
- Steam’s built-in playtest system doesn’t allow for direct communication with testers. At this early stage, I need a more personal channel for bug reports and feedback.
- The video gives me a clearer understanding of the issues players encounter and helps me spot patterns and behaviors I didn’t anticipate.
Thanks so much for your attention, little deities!