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Early Access Promise Clock

How long did they say Early Access would take, and how long has it been? · 3,001 in Early Access · 4,187 promises read · 1,356 announced, not started

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Graduations and promises, year by year

YearGamesIn Early Access nowGraduatedMedian time in EAPromise readOverduePromise kept
20261,2721,240323%2 months1,22496%52of 1,099 parsed—
202552752700%14 months49894%194of 428 parsed—
202426826800%2 years 1 month25495%153of 205 parsed—
202314814800%3 years 2 months13994%89of 115 parsed—
2022999900%4 years 2 months9394%59of 71 parsed—
2021797900%5 years 2 months7291%47of 57 parsed—
2020676700%6 years 2 months6699%38of 45 parsed—
2019575700%7 years 3 months57100%32of 35 parsed—
2018434300%8 years 3 months4195%31of 32 parsed—
2017717100%9 years 3 months7099%41of 44 parsed—
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Past the promised maximum

GamePromisePromisedElapsedClockVerdict
Soviet Citychickeninthecornstudio · entered 31 Mar 2016Soviet Citychickeninthecornstudio · entered 31 Mar 2016The Soviet revolution has to come ASAP. Our estimates are about 6 to 12 months.read 13 Sep 20266–12 months10 years 6 months1046%Overdueby 9 years 6 months
Gunslinger TrainerHyperPub · entered 5 Apr 2016Gunslinger TrainerHyperPub · entered 5 Apr 2016We’ve used a rapid and iterative development process on this game thus far. We’re currently looking at 6 Months to 1 Year, however this could be earlier or later. It’s all dependent on any bumps in the development of the project.read 13 Sep 20266–12 months10 years 5 months1045%Overdueby 9 years 5 months
Snooker Nation ChampionshipCherry Pop Games · entered 27 Apr 2016Snooker Nation ChampionshipCherry Pop Games · entered 27 Apr 2016We're hoping to be in early access for no longer than a year. We will follow the communities lead on when we feel its ready for a full releaseread 9 Sep 20260–12 months10 years 5 months1039%Overdueby 9 years 5 months
KseleboxONRI Studio · entered 20 Jul 2021KseleboxONRI Studio · entered 20 Jul 2021The game will leave Early Access when there is enough content in it, so that the player always knows what they will do in the game, and the gameplay does not bother him. We will strive for this, and release updates regularly! The game will be in Early Access for about 6 months.read 11 Sep 2026about 6 months5 years 2 months1031%Overdueby 4 years 8 months
Beyond Flesh and Blood Episode 1Pixelbomb Games · entered 1 Jun 2016Beyond Flesh and Blood Episode 1Pixelbomb Games · entered 1 Jun 2016Approximately 6-12 months.read 12 Sep 20266–12 months10 years 3 months1029%Overdueby 9 years 3 months
XCavalypsedavevillz · entered 6 Jun 2016XCavalypsedavevillz · entered 6 Jun 20166 to 12 monthsread 13 Sep 20266–12 months10 years 3 months1028%Overdueby 9 years 3 months
VroomistSyrena Interactive · entered 10 Jun 2016VroomistSyrena Interactive · entered 10 Jun 2016We expect about 9-12 months. This depends on many factors such as player feedback, which will shape the game the way the player wants. We will only bring Vroomist out of early access when we know for sure the community is satisfied and our vision has been made.read 14 Sep 20269–12 months10 years 3 months1027%Overdueby 9 years 3 months
The Nestinvrse studios · entered 14 Jun 2016The Nestinvrse studios · entered 14 Jun 2016The December Ctrl Alt Delete update finally puts us back on a predictable schedule after going dark for the multiplayer rebuild. Currently there are 6-12 months worth of features on our to-do list, but we definitely plan to come out of Early Access in 2018.read 14 Sep 20266–12 months10 years 3 months1025%Overdueby 9 years 3 months
KleptoMeerkat Gaming · entered 30 Jun 2016KleptoMeerkat Gaming · entered 30 Jun 2016We estimate a year of development still remains with our current resources. However, if funds allow us to grow our team we can greatly reduce that timeline.read 12 Sep 2026about 12 months10 years 3 months1021%Overdueby 9 years 3 months
HospitalizeIlleris · entered 21 Sep 2016HospitalizeIlleris · entered 21 Sep 2016We are currently estimating that the game will be in early access for about 12 months.read 15 Sep 2026about 12 months10 years998%Overdueby 9 years
Faceted FlightThe Department of Silly Stuff · entered 5 Oct 2016Faceted FlightThe Department of Silly Stuff · entered 5 Oct 2016Faceted Flight will most likely be in Early Access for about 12 months.read 11 Sep 2026about 12 months9 years 11 months995%Overdueby 8 years 11 months
Escape: Sierra LeoneReborn Games Inc. · entered 5 Dec 2016Escape: Sierra LeoneReborn Games Inc. · entered 5 Dec 2016I'm aiming for just under a year, it could be more or less depending on various factors such as sales figures, work load at my other job, and what the community wants in regards to tweaks, features, and changes to the game.read 13 Sep 20260–12 months9 years 9 months978%Overdueby 8 years 9 months
PlayFortressPlayFortress · entered 7 Dec 2016PlayFortressPlayFortress · entered 7 Dec 2016We estimate around 12 months, however the final time will depend upon the feedback we get from the Community.read 14 Sep 2026about 12 months9 years 9 months977%Overdueby 8 years 9 months
Fat BabyNo one · entered 25 Dec 2021Fat BabyNo one · entered 25 Dec 2021It depends on what our community wants to add to the game. I would guess anywhere from 3-6 months.read 9 Sep 20263–6 months4 years 9 months945%Overdueby 4 years 3 months
The Virtual BuddyTwinPaws · entered 3 Dec 2025The Virtual BuddyTwinPaws · entered 3 Dec 2025During Early Access, we want to test systems, try out new content, and refine the experience based on community feedback. We’re planning to release the full version of The Virtual Buddy by the end of 2025. Until then, our goal is to expand the game step by step and turn it into a richer, more polished, and enjoyable experience.read 14 Sep 20261 monthuntil 31 Dec 20259 months941%Overdueby 8 months
Dream FactoryThe Tambourine · entered 2 Nov 2015Dream FactoryThe Tambourine · entered 2 Nov 2015Before the end of first financial quarter of 2016.read 12 Sep 202614 monthsuntil 31 Dec 201610 years 10 months932%Overdueby 9 years 8 months
Solar System ConflictUnexEvo · entered 6 Apr 2015Solar System ConflictUnexEvo · entered 6 Apr 2015We estimate that the full game will be available mid-2016, when it has all of the features we want to include.read 11 Sep 202615 monthsuntil 30 Jun 201611 years 5 months916%Overdueby 10 years 2 months
PuppetsVRExpo Virtualis · entered 27 Sep 2017PuppetsVRExpo Virtualis · entered 27 Sep 2017We hope to bring enough changes in the next 8 to 12 months to declare it a released product. This doesn't mean we won't continue to implement customization options down the line.read 14 Sep 20268–12 months9 years897%Overdueby 8 years
Final StrikeGhost Machine · entered 23 Jun 2016Final StrikeGhost Machine · entered 23 Jun 2016Will will continue to develop the game in Early Access until top tier VR hardware, such as the Valve Vive, are completed with development and brought to a consumer market. We expect that this will happen between 8 to 14 months.read 11 Sep 20268–14 months10 years 3 months877%Overdueby 9 years 1 month
Drones of WarLoren · entered 10 Apr 2025Drones of WarLoren · entered 10 Apr 2025We anticipate that Drones of War will remain in early access for approximately 1-2 months. Our objective is to provide a polished, enjoyable, and well-balanced experience.read 10 Sep 20261–2 months17 months860%Overdueby 15 months
Make SailPopcannibal · entered 30 Mar 2018Make SailPopcannibal · entered 30 Mar 2018One year.read 12 Sep 2026about 12 months8 years 6 months846%Overdueby 7 years 6 months
WabaEDWON · entered 10 Jul 2018WabaEDWON · entered 10 Jul 20181 yearread 12 Sep 2026about 12 months8 years 2 months818%Overdueby 7 years 2 months
UndholmPixelmeal Games, LLC · entered 7 Jan 2019UndholmPixelmeal Games, LLC · entered 7 Jan 2019Although there's no strict timeline, it's likely that this game will be in early access until around December 2019. This is subject to change as the game evolves over time.read 9 Sep 202612 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20197 years 8 months769%Overdueby 6 years 8 months
SLEEPOVERJarthGames · entered 18 Jan 2019SLEEPOVERJarthGames · entered 18 Jan 2019With the progress made so far I think the game will be in Early Access for roughly a year. The focus is on getting an enjoyable game loop down first, before expanding into bigger features and content. Early Access will be used to solidify the core gameplay loop.read 9 Sep 2026about 12 months7 years 8 months766%Overdueby 6 years 8 months
SailwindRaw Lion Workshop · entered 18 Oct 2021SailwindRaw Lion Workshop · entered 18 Oct 2021A very optimistic release target is Christmas 2021. More realistic date would be the first half of 2022.read 10 Sep 20268 monthsuntil 30 Jun 20224 years 11 months737%Overdueby 4 years 3 months
Idle SphereIdle System, Inc. · entered 17 Nov 2024Idle SphereIdle System, Inc. · entered 17 Nov 2024We anticipate that Idle Sphere will remain in Early Access for approximately 3 months. This timeline will depend on the feedback we receive and any necessary adjustments we identify throughout the process.read 14 Sep 2026about 3 months22 months731%Overdueby 19 months
Industry TransportersMK game production · entered 31 Aug 2015Industry TransportersMK game production · entered 31 Aug 2015We are actually not sure when the game will be finished. We got a rough timescale for most planned game mechanics, but we also want to work with the community and add their suggestions, so there is no real deadline. Still we are looking to somewhere beginning of 2017 for the end of adding new content. After that it will be mostly bug fixes.read 11 Sep 202619 monthsuntil 31 Mar 201711 years 1 month697%Overdueby 9 years 6 months
The Political ProcessVerlumino Studios LLC · entered 22 Nov 2019The Political ProcessVerlumino Studios LLC · entered 22 Nov 2019I will probably keep the game in early access as long as new features are regularly being added to the game. My estimate is approximately one year in early access, but that could change depending on how many suggestions I receive from the community.read 12 Sep 2026about 12 months6 years 10 months682%Overdueby 5 years 10 months
WGT GolfWorld Golf Tour, LLC · entered 13 Apr 2020WGT GolfWorld Golf Tour, LLC · entered 13 Apr 2020We expect to be in Early Access for approximately 12 months as we continue working on improving the game. That said, our time in Early Access could extend beyond that until we feel we've got it right. You'll be the first to know about updates to our timeline -- whether that means we're ready sooner than expected, or need a little more time.read 6 Sep 2026about 12 months6 years 5 months642%Overdueby 5 years 5 months
The Multidimensional Underwear DrawerBirchTreeGames · entered 31 Aug 2016The Multidimensional Underwear DrawerBirchTreeGames · entered 31 Aug 2016We're still working at some features. We hope to cancel Eary Access in Q1 2018.read 15 Sep 202619 monthsuntil 31 Mar 201810 years634%Overdueby 8 years 5 months
DUAL GEAROrbital Speed Studio Co.,Ltd. · entered 29 Jul 2020DUAL GEAROrbital Speed Studio Co.,Ltd. · entered 29 Jul 2020We will release The Full Game within 2021 both of PC version on Steam and all consoles. During the early access period, more features and improvements are always coming along with the expected time, one year of development!read 13 Sep 2026about 12 months6 years 2 months613%Overdueby 5 years 2 months
Biosys IncFire Game Studios · entered 15 Nov 2020Biosys IncFire Game Studios · entered 15 Nov 2020One year (1 year)read 14 Sep 2026about 12 months5 years 10 months583%Overdueby 4 years 10 months
MachineCraftG2CREW · entered 25 Mar 2016MachineCraftG2CREW · entered 25 Mar 2016Until January 2018.read 12 Sep 202622 monthsuntil 31 Jan 201810 years 6 months571%Overdueby 8 years 8 months
TrackDayRMadCow S.r.l. · entered 17 Mar 2021TrackDayRMadCow S.r.l. · entered 17 Mar 2021We think that our game will be in Early Access al least for 12 months to complete the core and all the game mechanics.read 13 Sep 2026about 12 months5 years 6 months550%Overdueby 4 years 6 months
DemesneDemesnegame · entered 12 Mar 2016DemesneDemesnegame · entered 12 Mar 2016we hope that it will take 1-2 yearsread 10 Sep 202612–24 months10 years 6 months526%Overdueby 8 years 6 months
Epic Fantasy Battle SimulatorMutiny Software · entered 30 Aug 2021Epic Fantasy Battle SimulatorMutiny Software · entered 30 Aug 2021Approximately 1 year.read 15 Sep 2026about 12 months5 years 1 month504%Overdueby 4 years 1 month
Retro Football BossPlug In Digital · entered 12 Sep 2016Retro Football BossPlug In Digital · entered 12 Sep 2016The aim is to have a full release within nine months or as soon as it feels ready, both in terms of features, speed and stability. This is a game made by a passionate independent developer with just one coder, who has worked tirelessly for the last two years to get to this stage. Usually you would have a team of 20 or 30 working on a game of this nature, together with a small army of beta testers, so we think this proves how dedicated to the project we are. Making a football management game is the culmination of a life-long dream since we first played a game called World Soccer League on the C64, so we will not stop until it is as good as it can possibly be.read 15 Sep 2026about 2 years10 years500%Overdueby 8 years
Riding OutUnexEvo · entered 26 May 2016Riding OutUnexEvo · entered 26 May 2016Mid 2018. Depending on the community wishes, the date can be different.read 14 Sep 20262 years 1 monthuntil 30 Jun 201810 years 4 months495%Overdueby 8 years 3 months
EmergeNYCFlipSwitch Games · entered 3 Nov 2016EmergeNYCFlipSwitch Games · entered 3 Nov 2016Our plan is to be in Early Access for another 2 years or so until we have a solid game that is worth calling finished. This may change in case there are major features that we want to add, or funding that we may come across that will boost EmergeNYC's development. We believe that a game should always be updated with new and additional features and that is our plan.read 14 Sep 2026about 2 years9 years 10 months493%Overdueby 7 years 10 months
AGP::EpicaAGP::Studios · entered 22 Dec 2016AGP::EpicaAGP::Studios · entered 22 Dec 20162 years total. As of June 2017: 6 months in and development is on track, 18 months remaining. This is to provide the most polished game upon release possible, with the most amount of development and provide players with a product which is feature complete (again, armour missing currently), and a fully flushed out skill tree.read 12 Sep 20266–24 months9 years 9 months487%Overdueby 7 years 9 months
Flight LevelTowerhouse · entered 18 Feb 2023Flight LevelTowerhouse · entered 18 Feb 20239 monthsread 11 Sep 2026about 9 months3 years 7 months477%Overdueby 2 years 10 months
FPV Kamikaze DroneHFM Games · entered 15 Dec 2023FPV Kamikaze DroneHFM Games · entered 15 Dec 2023The time the game will remain in Early Access will depend on community feedback and our commitment to achieving a high level of quality. We intend to regularly update the game, adding new content and features, with a tentative goal to release from Early Access by mid-2024. Our main objective is to deliver a fully polished version of the game that meets player expectations.read 10 Sep 20267 monthsuntil 30 Jun 20242 years 9 months472%Overdueby 2 years 2 months
Spaceflight SimulatorTeam Curiosity ✦ · entered 18 Feb 2022Spaceflight SimulatorTeam Curiosity ✦ · entered 18 Feb 2022We estimate the Early Access period to roughly last from 9 to 12 months.read 5 Sep 20269–12 months4 years 7 months457%Overdueby 3 years 7 months
50XYZStudio · entered 11 Mar 202250XYZStudio · entered 11 Mar 2022Approximately six months to a year after launch, the trial will be over.read 14 Sep 20266–12 months4 years 6 months452%Overdueby 3 years 6 months
退休模拟器DoubleThink Studio · entered 20 Apr 2022退休模拟器DoubleThink Studio · entered 20 Apr 2022We plan to gradually introduce major updates to Retirement Simulator with new wish routes, new gameplay, and the choice of playing as a female protagonist over at least 12 months or so in the future. Since there is still room for optimization in the game, we will still update the game after the initial 12 months, with the priority of improving the player's experience.read 14 Sep 2026about 12 months4 years 5 months441%Overdueby 3 years 5 months
Artificial Gravity CatMe · entered 13 Jul 2024Artificial Gravity CatMe · entered 13 Jul 20246 months.read 11 Sep 2026about 6 months2 years 2 months435%Overdueby 20 months
69 Summon SuccubusLoolust · entered 18 May 202269 Summon SuccubusLoolust · entered 18 May 2022It depends on how much content the players want. We offer the game for another 12 months fixing bugs and adding new content.read 9 Sep 2026about 12 months4 years 4 months433%Overdueby 3 years 4 months
Cereal SoupWild Arts LLC · entered 2 Jun 2018Cereal SoupWild Arts LLC · entered 2 Jun 2018Possibly a year or two. We'd like to get tribes, more hunting, a more perpetual world, and a less buggy environment before we pull the game out of Early Access / Alpha.read 14 Sep 202612–24 months8 years 3 months414%Overdueby 6 years 3 months
SailRed Team Interactive Inc. · entered 10 Aug 2022SailRed Team Interactive Inc. · entered 10 Aug 20228 - 12 months. But we will take as much time as necessary to make SAIL the VR pirate game it needs to be.read 7 Sep 20268–12 months4 years 1 month410%Overdueby 3 years 1 month
FLEX Disc GolfSidewalk Game Studios · entered 12 Oct 2023FLEX Disc GolfSidewalk Game Studios · entered 12 Oct 2023This game will be in Early Access approximately 6-9 months!read 14 Sep 20266–9 months2 years 11 months390%Overdueby 2 years 2 months
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A game is in Early Access when the store lists it among its genres; the clock starts on the day the ledger saw it enter or, for a game that launched into Early Access, on the release date the store prints. The promise is the developer’s own questionnaire answer, kept word for word; only ranges and single figures are compared, open answers are listed as open, and answers the parser could not read say so. Graduations are recorded from 3 Sep 2026, so earlier years undercount them. A game whose questionnaire has not been read yet says “not read yet” under No promise (how). Data by SteamPeaks.com.