Today is a huge day for Stormgate as we move out of Early Access on Steam with the official Launch of the Ashes of Earth Campaign! It’s been a long journey so far, and this is only the beginning of what we hope Stormgate can become. Jump in today: Full Ashes of Earth Campaign, including 12 missions Full 1v1 Mode Sigma Labs Access including the Terrain Editor Alpha and 3 Player Co-op AI Skirmish Mode including 2 brand new Challenger Skirmishes: M
Kickstarter backers aren’t happy with not getting the full campaign they thought they already paid for
Looking at how Abiotic Factor and Pillars of Eternity did it, it can be done right and not be a scam. But it’s tough to guess which project won’t end up like this mess.
It’s a big reason why I tend to avoid Kickstarter/early access games. I understand the funding these campaigns bring in help keep the studio afloat, but I would rather wait for the full release.
Looking at how Abiotic Factor and Pillars of Eternity did it, it can be done right and not be a scam. But it’s tough to guess which project won’t end up like this mess.
It’s a big reason why I tend to avoid Kickstarter/early access games. I understand the funding these campaigns bring in help keep the studio afloat, but I would rather wait for the full release.