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Early Access Promise Clock

How long did they say Early Access would take, and how long has it been? · 2,736 in Early Access · 3,784 promises read · 1,251 announced, not started

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Graduations and promises, year by year

YearGamesIn Early Access nowGraduatedMedian time in EAPromise readOverduePromise kept
20261,2141,189252%2 months1,15895%45of 1,043 parsed—
202548648600%13 months45493%169of 388 parsed—
202425725700%2 years 1 month24395%147of 197 parsed—
202313413400%3 years 2 months12493%79of 102 parsed—
2022919100%4 years 2 months8492%54of 65 parsed—
2021727200%5 years 2 months6590%41of 50 parsed—
2020575700%6 years 2 months5698%30of 37 parsed—
2019535300%7 years 3 months53100%27of 30 parsed—
2018363600%8 years 3 months3494%26of 27 parsed—
2017474700%9 years 3 months4698%25of 27 parsed—
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Inside the promised window

GamePromisePromisedElapsedClockVerdict
Fata Deum - The God SimAerosoft GmbH · entered 15 Sep 2025Fata Deum - The God SimAerosoft GmbH · entered 15 Sep 2025We plan to remain in EA for a year, but this may change based on player feedback and the available budget. That means if Fata Deum is more successful, we will stay in EA longer and try to invest more and more in the game.read 13 Sep 2026about 12 months12 months100%On the clockDue this month
ENDLESS Legend™ 2Hooded Horse · entered 22 Sep 2025ENDLESS Legend™ 2Hooded Horse · entered 22 Sep 2025We will exit Early Access and release v1.0 on September 17, 2026.the store says it leaves Early Access on 17 Sep 202612 monthsuntil 17 Sep 202612 months98%On the clockDue this month
Submarine Homesick BluesMONOKU SAS · entered 20 Mar 2026Submarine Homesick BluesMONOKU SAS · entered 20 Mar 2026We expect the game to remain in Early Access for approximately 4 to 6 months, depending on development progress and community feedback. During this time, we will expand content, improve game balance, and optimize performance before the full release.read 13 Sep 20264–6 months6 months98%On the clockDue this month
STARIO: Haven TowerStargate Games · entered 25 Sep 2025STARIO: Haven TowerStargate Games · entered 25 Sep 2025The estimated duration of Early Access is 6-12 months. We'll try to implement as many ideas as possible to make the gameplay experience satisfying.read 12 Sep 20266–12 months12 months97%On the clockDue this month
Spear SongDivovision Games · entered 10 Oct 2024Spear SongDivovision Games · entered 10 Oct 2024We plan that it will take less than two years.read 13 Sep 20260–24 months23 months96%On the clockDue this month
PlutocracyRedwood · entered 21 Nov 2019PlutocracyRedwood · entered 21 Nov 2019We are planning to complete the development in the 2026.read 12 Sep 20267 years 1 monthuntil 31 Dec 20266 years 10 months96%On the clock3 months left
BoardlikeBozz · entered 23 Apr 2026BoardlikeBozz · entered 23 Apr 2026I don’t expect a long development road ahead. 5 months should be enough to polish the details and get the balancing right.read 10 Sep 2026about 5 months5 months95%On the clockDue this month
Tung Tung Together: Online Deathrun PartyDarkRook Interactive · entered 22 May 2026Tung Tung Together: Online Deathrun PartyDarkRook Interactive · entered 22 May 2026The game is planned to remain in Early Access for approximately 3–4 months. Throughout this period, Tung Tung Together will receive regular updates, including new maps, traps, gameplay improvements, and balance adjustments based on community feedback.read 7 Sep 20263–4 months4 months95%On the clockDue this month
Dying BreedMicroProse Software · entered 7 Oct 2025Dying BreedMicroProse Software · entered 7 Oct 2025The current plan is to remain in Early Access for about 12 monthsread 13 Sep 2026about 12 months11 months94%On the clockDue this month
SANCTIONLethalLizard Studios · entered 10 Jun 2022SANCTIONLethalLizard Studios · entered 10 Jun 2022The game will stay in Early Access until Q4 2026 at the earliest.read 8 Sep 20264 years 7 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20264 years 3 months93%On the clock4 months left
DeifiedGoblinz Publishing · entered 27 Apr 2026DeifiedGoblinz Publishing · entered 27 Apr 2026We expect the game to be in Early Access for approximately 5 months.the store says it leaves Early Access on 21 Sep 2026about 5 months5 months92%On the clockDue this month
SENTRYFireblade Software · entered 25 Mar 2024SENTRYFireblade Software · entered 25 Mar 2024Based on our current plans, we expect to graduate from Early Access in late 2026. That timeline may change depending on the feedback we receive during the Early Access process.read 12 Sep 20262 years 9 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20262 years 6 months90%On the clock3 months left
EmberwardRefic Games · entered 25 Jun 2024EmberwardRefic Games · entered 25 Jun 2024(Updated 2026/2/8, v0.4.9) Most of the planned gameplay elements are now in the game! I’ve started preparing for the 1.0 launch. I don’t have an exact date yet, but it should be in a few months.the store says it leaves Early Access on 17 Sep 20262 years 6 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20262 years 3 months89%On the clock3 months left
NetherguildDavid Vinokurov · entered 27 Mar 2023NetherguildDavid Vinokurov · entered 27 Mar 20233-4 years, most likely towards the longer end.read 8 Sep 202636–48 months3 years 6 months87%On the clock6 months left
Car Factory EmpireRDS Games · entered 3 Nov 2025Car Factory EmpireRDS Games · entered 3 Nov 2025The game's release date from early access will depend on the players' condition. In a positive scenario, we expect to bring the product to final assembly within a year.read 13 Sep 20260–12 months10 months86%On the clock2 months left
Sea PowerMicroProse Software · entered 12 Nov 2024Sea PowerMicroProse Software · entered 12 Nov 2024We are currently targeting a 1.0 release in Q4 2026. This timeline reflects the remaining work across AI, performance optimization, Dynamic Campaign features, modding support, and quality of life features. As with any Early Access title, timelines may evolve.read 13 Sep 20262 years 2 monthsuntil 31 Dec 202622 months85%On the clock4 months left
Dire - Flesh and Phobia2weak · entered 15 Dec 2023Dire - Flesh and Phobia2weak · entered 15 Dec 2023Our goal is to release the full version around late 2026 or early 2027. Until then, we want to take the time needed to expand the game’s content, refine its mechanics, and fully realize its vision.read 11 Sep 20263 years 3 monthsuntil 31 Mar 20272 years 9 months85%On the clock6 months left
All Quiet in the TrenchesTotally Not Aliens · entered 17 Jan 2024All Quiet in the TrenchesTotally Not Aliens · entered 17 Jan 2024We plan to release the game in early 2027.read 9 Sep 20263 years 2 monthsuntil 31 Mar 20272 years 8 months84%On the clock6 months left
Endeavor: Rite of PassageEndeavor · entered 13 Jan 2025Endeavor: Rite of PassageEndeavor · entered 13 Jan 2025Approximately 2 years.the store says it leaves Early Access on 19 Dec 2026about 2 years20 months83%On the clock4 months left
Hollywood AnimalWeappy Studio · entered 10 Apr 2025Hollywood AnimalWeappy Studio · entered 10 Apr 2025We plan to take the game out of Early Access in 2026.read 5 Sep 202621 monthsuntil 31 Dec 202617 months82%On the clock4 months left
HexboticaFiFi · entered 24 Jun 2025HexboticaFiFi · entered 24 Jun 2025Hopefully before Q4 2026read 13 Sep 202618 monthsuntil 31 Dec 202615 months82%On the clock3 months left
Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense RPGSwell Games LLC · entered 3 May 2024Idle Hero TD - Tower Defense RPGSwell Games LLC · entered 3 May 2024We anticipate the official production release being in Q1 2027.read 13 Sep 20262 years 11 monthsuntil 31 Mar 20272 years 4 months81%On the clock7 months left
Solar Nations 2Flomgus Games · entered 31 Jan 2025Solar Nations 2Flomgus Games · entered 31 Jan 2025My estimation is that Solar Nations 2 will be leaving early access in January of 2027, but that may change of course.read 12 Sep 20262 yearsuntil 31 Jan 202719 months81%On the clock5 months left
Air DefenderROTOR3 · entered 28 Nov 2025Air DefenderROTOR3 · entered 28 Nov 2025The game is likely to be in Early Access for around 12 months.read 12 Sep 2026about 12 months10 months79%On the clock2 months left
Dawn ApartAstra Logical · entered 14 Jul 2025Dawn ApartAstra Logical · entered 14 Jul 2025We're aiming for an early access phase of 12-18 months - depending on the input we receive from players. We might extend the early access period based on the development progress, or if we're happy with the game's state, we'll proceed with the official release.read 11 Sep 202612–18 months14 months78%On the clock4 months left
Red Chaos - The Strict OrderSquarecut Games · entered 26 Sep 2025Red Chaos - The Strict OrderSquarecut Games · entered 26 Sep 2025We plan to stay in Early Access for about 12-15 months.read 7 Sep 202612–15 months12 months77%On the clock3 months left
Stocks: Main Force SimulatorLoneCat · entered 10 Dec 2025Stocks: Main Force SimulatorLoneCat · entered 10 Dec 2025Expected to last 6 to 12 months. The period may be extended if new features are added to ensure content quality.read 9 Sep 20266–12 months9 months76%On the clock3 months left
HARD VOIDjejoxdev · entered 29 Oct 2025HARD VOIDjejoxdev · entered 29 Oct 2025The full release is planned for late 2026.read 14 Sep 202614 monthsuntil 31 Dec 202611 months75%On the clock3 months left
Beat the HeatBlazing Soft · entered 30 Nov 2022Beat the HeatBlazing Soft · entered 30 Nov 2022Beat the Heat will launch in Early Access at the end of November 2022, and the full version is expected to be released on 2027.read 13 Sep 20265 years 1 monthuntil 31 Dec 20273 years 9 months75%On the clock16 months left
Blessed To DieFrame Forge Studios LLC · entered 7 May 2026Blessed To DieFrame Forge Studios LLC · entered 7 May 2026We expect Blessed To Die to remain in Early Access for approximately 6 months. This timeline allows us to polish core systems, expand content, and respond to community feedback before full release.read 13 Sep 2026about 6 months4 months71%On the clock2 months left
Maximilian SpeeEUGENE LOPATIN · entered 5 Mar 2026Maximilian SpeeEUGENE LOPATIN · entered 5 Mar 2026I have plan to remain in Early Access for approximately 6–9 months. This timeframe allows me to expand content, refine balance, and incorporate player feedback while ensuring the quality and stability of the full release.read 13 Sep 20266–9 months6 months71%On the clock3 months left
War and PoliticsJIYUTORISEI · entered 1 Jan 2026War and PoliticsJIYUTORISEI · entered 1 Jan 2026The full version is scheduled to be released after approximately one year of early access. However, this may change due to development circumstances.the store says it leaves Early Access on 1 Jan 2027about 12 months8 months70%On the clock4 months left
Flames in Modern EuropeVolodymyr Marsenko · entered 21 Apr 2025Flames in Modern EuropeVolodymyr Marsenko · entered 21 Apr 2025The duration of the Early Access is currently unknown. We plan to release the full version when the game is fully finished and meets our expectations. It is estimated that this could happen by April 2027, but the timeline may change depending on the development progress.read 11 Sep 20262 yearsuntil 30 Apr 202717 months70%On the clock7 months left
Pixel Fortress: Tower DefenseHard Shark Games · entered 1 Sep 2025Pixel Fortress: Tower DefenseHard Shark Games · entered 1 Sep 2025We estimate that the game will be in Early Access for about one and a half years. This timeframe will allow us to gather feedback, implement new features, and polish the game based on player input.read 10 Sep 2026about 18 months12 months69%On the clock6 months left
UNKNOWN FACESNerux Studio · entered 7 Jan 2026UNKNOWN FACESNerux Studio · entered 7 Jan 2026Our current plan is to stay in Early Access for about 6–12 months. However, this timeline isn’t fixed—it may be shorter depending on how quickly we’re able to implement improvements and additional features. The game is already fully playable, and Early Access is mainly about polishing, balancing, and expanding based on community input. If development progresses faster than expected, the full release could arrive sooner.read 13 Sep 20266–12 months8 months68%On the clock4 months left
Mahjong Solitaire ProHard Shark Games · entered 8 Sep 2025Mahjong Solitaire ProHard Shark Games · entered 8 Sep 2025We estimate that the game will be in Early Access for about one and a half years. This timeframe will allow us to gather feedback, implement new features, and polish the game based on player input.read 10 Sep 2026about 18 months12 months68%On the clock6 months left
Sudoku ProHard Shark Games · entered 8 Sep 2025Sudoku ProHard Shark Games · entered 8 Sep 2025We estimate that the game will be in Early Access for about one and a half years. This timeframe will allow us to gather feedback, implement new features, and polish the game based on player input.read 10 Sep 2026about 18 months12 months68%On the clock6 months left
Dice Battle: 3D Board GameHard Shark Games · entered 8 Sep 2025Dice Battle: 3D Board GameHard Shark Games · entered 8 Sep 2025We estimate that the game will be in Early Access for about one and a half years. This timeframe will allow us to gather feedback, implement new features, and polish the game based on player input.read 10 Sep 2026about 18 months12 months68%On the clock6 months left
Gallery TheftHard Shark Games · entered 8 Sep 2025Gallery TheftHard Shark Games · entered 8 Sep 2025We estimate that the game will be in Early Access for about one and a half years. This timeframe will allow us to gather feedback, implement new features, and polish the game based on player input.read 10 Sep 2026about 18 months12 months68%On the clock6 months left
Isekai Adventurer GuildBeard Bear · entered 12 Jan 2026Isekai Adventurer GuildBeard Bear · entered 12 Jan 2026I’m aiming for the full release in the second half of 2026.read 9 Sep 202612 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20268 months67%On the clock4 months left
Puzzled CubeHard Shark Games · entered 15 Sep 2025Puzzled CubeHard Shark Games · entered 15 Sep 2025We estimate that the game will be in Early Access for about one and a half years. This timeframe will allow us to gather feedback, implement new features, and polish the game based on player input.read 10 Sep 2026about 18 months12 months66%On the clock6 months left
Stickman PuzzleHard Shark Games · entered 15 Sep 2025Stickman PuzzleHard Shark Games · entered 15 Sep 2025We estimate that the game will be in Early Access for about one and a half years. This timeframe will allow us to gather feedback, implement new features, and polish the game based on player input.read 10 Sep 2026about 18 months12 months66%On the clock6 months left
StrategosMicroProse Software · entered 20 Jan 2026StrategosMicroProse Software · entered 20 Jan 2026The current plan for Strategos is to be in Early Access for 12 months.read 11 Sep 2026about 12 months8 months65%On the clock4 months left
Kittens GameNuclear Unicorn · entered 10 Feb 2026Kittens GameNuclear Unicorn · entered 10 Feb 2026The game should be released as a full version once Steam version is considered sufficiently stable and mature. There is currently no ETA, but it should be done somewhere in 2026.read 13 Sep 202611 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20267 months65%On the clock4 months left
My Card Is Better Than Your Card!Utu Studios · entered 6 Oct 2025My Card Is Better Than Your Card!Utu Studios · entered 6 Oct 2025We expect to be ready for 1.0 release in early 2027! We will make an announcement with a more precise date once we are ready. Thanks to our community for the continued support! Our feature list has all currently planned features and content we intend to add to the game before the 1.0 version release. We have also made sure to include time to add features based on our players’ suggestions. Unforeseen delays in implementing certain features may affect this timeline.read 12 Sep 202618 monthsuntil 31 Mar 202711 months63%On the clock7 months left
Battle HanafudaSUZUKI PLAN · entered 10 Mar 2026Battle HanafudaSUZUKI PLAN · entered 10 Mar 2026We are aiming for a full release within 2026, although the exact timing may be adjusted to prioritize quality based on community feedback and ongoing development progress.read 8 Sep 202610 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20266 months62%On the clock4 months left
Hand-me-downsBuggy Deduck · entered 8 May 2026Hand-me-downsBuggy Deduck · entered 8 May 2026Hand-me-downs will leave Early Access in Autumn 2026.the store says it leaves Early Access on 28 Oct 20267 monthsuntil 30 Nov 20264 months61%On the clock3 months left
MENACEHooded Horse · entered 5 Feb 2026MENACEHooded Horse · entered 5 Feb 2026We plan to remain in Early Access for a year, but that could change depending on how the design develops with player feedback.read 12 Sep 2026about 12 months7 months61%On the clock5 months left
Ground of AcesBlindflug Studios AG · entered 10 Jul 2025Ground of AcesBlindflug Studios AG · entered 10 Jul 2025We are planning for 1.5 to 2 years of Early Access. As a small indie team, changes and adjustments to the plan are possible.read 13 Sep 202618–24 months14 months59%On the clock10 months left
Team Principal: A Racing ManagerPatrick H · entered 12 Feb 2026Team Principal: A Racing ManagerPatrick H · entered 12 Feb 20266 months - 1 yearread 14 Sep 20266–12 months7 months59%On the clock5 months left
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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.