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Early Access Promise Clock

How long did they say Early Access would take, and how long has it been? · 1,314 in Early Access · 1,129 promises read · 430 announced, not started

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By the year the clock started

Graduations and promises, year by year

YearGamesIn Early Access nowGraduatedMedian time in EAPromise readOverduePromise kept
202674173830%4 weeks57778%7of 531 parsed—
202522822800%13 months15066%49of 121 parsed—
202411411400%2 years8675%42of 66 parsed—
2023656500%3 years 1 month4569%24of 34 parsed—
2022464600%4 years 3 months3474%19of 25 parsed—
2021333300%5 years 2 months2164%11of 15 parsed—
2020333300%6 years 1 month2885%13of 16 parsed—
2019202000%6 years 11 months1995%7of 10 parsed—
2018131300%8 years 1 month1185%5of 6 parsed—
2017101000%9 years 3 months880%5of 6 parsed—
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Inside the promised window

GamePromisePromisedElapsedClockVerdict
Cat LifeRedMoon Studio · entered 6 Jan 2023Cat LifeRedMoon Studio · entered 6 Jan 2023The Early Access phase is coming to an end. Version 1.0 is scheduled for release on October 17, 2026.the store says it leaves Early Access on 17 Oct 20263 years 9 monthsuntil 17 Oct 20263 years 8 months98%On the clockDue this month
Rune ColiseumRafale Software · entered 23 Sep 2024Rune ColiseumRafale Software · entered 23 Sep 2024The early access period is planned for 1-2 years, with adjustments based on actual development progress.read 7 Sep 202612–24 months23 months98%On the clockDue this month
skate.Electronic Arts · entered 16 Sep 2025skate.Electronic Arts · entered 16 Sep 2025We don’t have a fixed timeline to officially exit Early Access, as the game will evolve, grow, and improve based on player feedback. However, we expect to move towards a “full” release approximately a year out from the start of Early Access but we don’t know for certain at this time.read 6 Sep 2026about 12 months12 months98%On the clockDue this month
Voyagers of NeraTreehouse Games · entered 16 Sep 2025Voyagers of NeraTreehouse Games · entered 16 Sep 2025We plan to be in Early Access for one year, but may decide to extend it based on what features and content we decide to add during that time.read 6 Sep 2026about 12 months12 months98%On the clockDue this month
ResoniteYellow Dog Man Studios · entered 6 Oct 2023ResoniteYellow Dog Man Studios · entered 6 Oct 2023We expect roughly 2-3 years of active development to implement features, optimizations and tweaks before we consider the project to be in a polished enough state to take it out of early access. We do not have plans to significantly alter our development cycle after full release and will continue adding new major features and optimizations thanks to the open ended nature of this project.read 5 Sep 202624–36 months2 years 11 months97%On the clockDue this month
RatatanGame Source Entertainment · entered 18 Sep 2025RatatanGame Source Entertainment · entered 18 Sep 2025We plan to be in early access for approximately 6 months to a year. However, since quality and completion are our top priorities, the time frame may be extended depending on how development progresses.read 5 Sep 20266–12 months12 months97%On the clockDue this month
BIGFOOTCyberLight Game Studio · entered 31 Jan 2017BIGFOOTCyberLight Game Studio · entered 31 Jan 2017We are planning for the game to be in early access before the end of 2026.read 5 Sep 20269 years 11 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20269 years 7 months97%On the clock4 months left
The Killing AntidoteMetalStar Studio · entered 5 Oct 2024The Killing AntidoteMetalStar Studio · entered 5 Oct 2024It will take approximately 1-2 years to complete the game. During this time, we will continue to update the game content regularly.read 5 Sep 202612–24 months23 months96%On the clockDue this month
PolyZThirteen37 Games™ · entered 5 Oct 2024PolyZThirteen37 Games™ · entered 5 Oct 2024As we embark on the Early Access phase of 'PolyZ,' we anticipate this exciting journey to extend for approximately one - two years. Our current estimate for the full release of the game is projected around Mid 2025. Please note that this timeline is subject to adjustments based on your valuable feedback and the evolving development needs of the game. Join us now to be a part of shaping 'PolyZ' into an extraordinary gaming experience!read 6 Sep 202612–24 months23 months96%On the clockDue this month
InfernaINFERNA UG (haftungsbeschränkt) · entered 20 Dec 2019InfernaINFERNA UG (haftungsbeschränkt) · entered 20 Dec 2019Inferna will remain in Early Access until the planned Level 120 expansion and expanded endgame systems are fully implemented and stable. Our current target is to transition out of Early Access in 2026. As a growing MMORPG, the timeline depends on polish, balancing, and community feedback.read 5 Sep 20267 yearsuntil 31 Dec 20266 years 9 months96%On the clock3 months left
PlutocracyRedwood · entered 21 Nov 2019PlutocracyRedwood · entered 21 Nov 2019We are planning to complete the development in the 2026.read 5 Sep 20267 years 1 monthuntil 31 Dec 20266 years 10 months96%On the clock3 months left
Deadly Days: RoadtripSidekick Publishing · entered 22 Sep 2025Deadly Days: RoadtripSidekick Publishing · entered 22 Sep 2025Our plan is to stay in Early Access for up 6 to 12 months, but that could change depending on how the design develops with player feedback.read 6 Sep 20266–12 months12 months96%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 months96%On the clockDue this month
PhasmophobiaKinetic Games · entered 18 Sep 2020PhasmophobiaKinetic Games · entered 18 Sep 2020The current plan is to get to a full release in the second half of 2026 however this may change depending on features added and how the game will progress through early access.read 6 Sep 20266 years 3 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20266 years96%On the clock3 months left
Lost RiftPeople Can Fly · entered 25 Sep 2025Lost RiftPeople Can Fly · entered 25 Sep 2025We anticipate remaining in Early Access for around 12 months. Ultimately, we will release 1.0 when both we, the developers, and you, the community, feel it is ready.read 5 Sep 2026about 12 months11 months95%On the clockDue this month
[Neolithic]To the Endorochi2k · entered 7 Dec 2021[Neolithic]To the Endorochi2k · entered 7 Dec 2021It may take 5 years. (And likely more) Please be aware: 1, As the sole developer of the game, there are things in my life that may happen to delay the game development significantly. This is just an approximate estimation. 2, The end of early access does not change much. The game will keep updating to the end.read 6 Sep 2026about 5 years4 years 9 months95%On the clock3 months left
Car Dealership Simulator 2Quadfix Games · entered 26 Sep 2025Car Dealership Simulator 2Quadfix Games · entered 26 Sep 2025We are aiming to bring it to completion in one year. But that time frame can vary based on the players' feedback and possible modifications for improving the game.read 5 Sep 2026about 12 months11 months95%On the clockDue this month
BeatblockSKY HOUR WORKS · entered 26 Sep 2025BeatblockSKY HOUR WORKS · entered 26 Sep 2025We plan to be in Early Access for around a year, and ideally reach our intended scope for the full version by November/December 2026. That brings our song list from the initial 27 to a whopping 40+ songs!read 5 Sep 2026about 12 months11 months95%On the clockDue this month
Nuclear NightmareBG Productions · entered 20 Oct 2024Nuclear NightmareBG Productions · entered 20 Oct 2024We would like Nuclear Nightmare to be out of early access 2 years after the initial release date.read 5 Sep 2026about 2 years23 months94%On the clock1 month left
Turing CompleteLevelHead · entered 2 Oct 2021Turing CompleteLevelHead · entered 2 Oct 2021The game will exit early access in 2026read 5 Sep 20265 years 3 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20264 years 11 months94%On the clock4 months left
Renryuu: AscensionNaughty-Netherpunch · entered 30 Nov 2021Renryuu: AscensionNaughty-Netherpunch · entered 30 Nov 2021Renryuu will leave Early Access when the main story is done. The biggest part of the story is done, and is advanced in a so called "time skip" phase, which advances the time in the world by several years through multiple acts. After the time skip, the big final of the story will take place, and finish the story. The goal is to finish the main story by the end of 2026.read 6 Sep 20265 years 1 monthuntil 31 Dec 20264 years 9 months94%On the clock4 months left
Escape ConditionSteve Broome · entered 23 Jul 2023Escape ConditionSteve Broome · entered 23 Jul 2023I estimate leaving Early Access by fall 2026. 1.0 is planned for 8/21/26 and will include the foundational 3 missions. New testers are being brought in to give feedback on the game's latest iteration which has made world impacts more severe, simplified the RPG mechanics, and vastly improved graphics and sound design.read 6 Sep 20263 years 4 monthsuntil 30 Nov 20263 years 2 months94%On the clock2 months left
Dungeon AlchemistBriganti · entered 31 Mar 2022Dungeon AlchemistBriganti · entered 31 Mar 2022We intend for Dungeon Alchemist to leave Early Access late 2026.read 5 Sep 20264 years 9 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20264 years 5 months93%On the clock4 months left
SYNTHETIK 2Flow Fire Games · entered 11 Nov 2021SYNTHETIK 2Flow Fire Games · entered 11 Nov 2021The full release is planned to be within 2026. The game is now in a very advanced state and we are confident that we can launch in a good state.read 5 Sep 20265 years 2 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20264 years 10 months93%On the clock4 months left
Ghost ExileLostOneTeam · entered 7 Jan 2022Ghost ExileLostOneTeam · entered 7 Jan 2022It all depends on the pace of development and the number of ideas from the community. According to preliminary data, we plan to end early access at the end of 2026.read 5 Sep 20265 yearsuntil 31 Dec 20264 years 8 months93%On the clock4 months left
ErenshorBurgee Media · entered 14 Apr 2025ErenshorBurgee Media · entered 14 Apr 2025The plan is for Early Access to go on for approximately 18 months. This will give me enough time to create the new planned content, while allowing time to react to any user feedback during this phase of development.read 5 Sep 2026about 18 months17 months93%On the clock1 month left
DeadPolyTFL Games · entered 12 Jan 2022DeadPolyTFL Games · entered 12 Jan 2022DeadPoly is planning to leave Early Access on January 12th, 2027.the store says it leaves Early Access on 12 Jan 20275 yearsuntil 12 Jan 20274 years 8 months93%On the clock4 months left
ElinLafrontier · entered 1 Nov 2024ElinLafrontier · entered 1 Nov 2024We are planning an early access period of approximately one year, two years at the most.read 6 Sep 202612–24 months22 months92%On the clock2 months left
What Is The GhostDeda Games · entered 23 Mar 2026What Is The GhostDeda Games · entered 23 Mar 20263–6 months so that new content, such as maps, can be properly tested and balanced.read 6 Sep 20263–6 months6 months92%On the clockDue this month
The CrustCrytivo · entered 15 Jul 2024The CrustCrytivo · entered 15 Jul 2024We plan to complete our roadmap within 24-28 months of early access release, after which we will take on the implementation of large-scale additions.the store says it leaves Early Access on 10 Sep 202624–28 months2 years 2 months92%On the clock2 months left
STONKS-9800: Stock Market SimulatorTERNOX · entered 17 Jul 2023STONKS-9800: Stock Market SimulatorTERNOX · entered 17 Jul 2023I plan to release the full version of the game in 2026.read 5 Sep 20263 years 5 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20263 years 2 months92%On the clock3 months left
DeathgroundJaw Drop Games · entered 7 Oct 2025DeathgroundJaw Drop Games · entered 7 Oct 2025Around 8 to 12 months but we'll continue development until the community believes it's reached the desired quality and depth for the full release.read 6 Sep 20268–12 months11 months92%On the clockDue this month
Salty HoundsTopping Palette · entered 27 Jun 2023Salty HoundsTopping Palette · entered 27 Jun 2023Salty Hounds" is scheduled to come out of Early Access sometime in 2026. Depending on how quickly we can respond to the feedback we receive during Early Access, we may adjust the timeline slightly.read 6 Sep 20263 years 6 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20263 years 2 months91%On the clock4 months left
Unnamed Space IdleJdog Corp · entered 27 Jul 2023Unnamed Space IdleJdog Corp · entered 27 Jul 2023The game should be ready for full release after an engine upgrade and UI rework. Plus a bit more content. That should be completed hopefully in 2026, but thats hard to pinpoint.read 6 Sep 20263 years 5 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20263 years 1 month91%On the clock4 months left
Way of the Hunter 2THQ Nordic · entered 26 Mar 2026Way of the Hunter 2THQ Nordic · entered 26 Mar 2026We currently expect Early Access to last half a year. Because development time heavily depends on the community feedback we receive, the real duration can vary.read 6 Sep 2026about 6 months5 months90%On the clockDue this month
Soulash 2Artur Smiarowski · entered 4 Dec 2023Soulash 2Artur Smiarowski · entered 4 Dec 2023The 1.0 release is planned in 2026, it may take longer if there's an opportunity to expand the game beyond the planned scope.read 5 Sep 20263 years 1 monthuntil 31 Dec 20262 years 9 months90%On the clock4 months left
Cloud MeadowTinyHat Studios · entered 3 Mar 2020Cloud MeadowTinyHat Studios · entered 3 Mar 2020We are aiming to leave Early Access sometime late 2026 to mid 2027read 5 Sep 20267 years 4 monthsuntil 30 Jun 20276 years 6 months89%On the clock10 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 2 months88%On the clock4 months left
Path of Exile 2Grinding Gear Games · entered 6 Dec 2024Path of Exile 2Grinding Gear Games · entered 6 Dec 2024Path of Exile 2 is leaving Early Access on December 11 2026 PST.the store says it leaves Early Access on 11 Dec 20262 yearsuntil 11 Dec 202621 months88%On the clock3 months left
WitchfireThe Astronauts · entered 23 Sep 2024WitchfireThe Astronauts · entered 23 Sep 2024As of this update (July 2026 - 0.9), we are 85% content complete and have released seven major content updates during the Early Access period, with plans to launch 1.0 in late Q4 2026. The game is not just a product to us - it’s a labor of love that some of us have been crafting for the better part of a decade. We care about it greatly and prioritize its quality on all fronts, which requires time and attention - we closely follow your feedback while testing the game ourselves, and we’re grateful for your enthusiasm and patience. To deliver something truly special, however, we need time - hence the launch window has been set for Q4 2026.read 7 Sep 20262 years 3 monthsuntil 31 Dec 202623 months87%On the clock4 months left
Unclesbittabutt · entered 25 Aug 2026Unclesbittabutt · entered 25 Aug 20262 weeks from release dateread 5 Sep 2026about 2 weeks2 weeks87%On the clockDue this month
Live TranslateDRYazilim · entered 20 Jun 2026Live TranslateDRYazilim · entered 20 Jun 2026We plan for Live Translate to remain in Early Access for approximately 90 days. During this period, we will actively gather user feedback to refine features and ensure the software's stability.read 6 Sep 2026about 3 months3 months87%On the clockDue this month
Farmer's Dynasty 2Toplitz Productions · entered 2 Apr 2026Farmer's Dynasty 2Toplitz Productions · entered 2 Apr 2026The plan is to have a short Early Access period of up to 6 months. We already have a strong understanding of player desires and expectations from the previous game that we want to deliver on, while also assessing and integrating additional community feedback.read 7 Sep 20260–6 months5 months87%On the clockDue this month
NavalArtRZ Entertainment · entered 20 Jun 2018NavalArtRZ Entertainment · entered 20 Jun 2018-We are planning to constantly update and expand NavalArt, and we believe its full beauty will be appreciated in 2027.read 6 Sep 20269 years 6 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20278 years 3 months86%On the clock15 months left
WindblownMotion Twin · entered 24 Oct 2024WindblownMotion Twin · entered 24 Oct 2024We're confident that Windblown will be coming out of Early Access at some point in 2026.read 5 Sep 20262 years 2 monthsuntil 31 Dec 202622 months86%On the clock4 months left
Shadow Fight ArenaNekki Limited · entered 29 Oct 2025Shadow Fight ArenaNekki Limited · entered 29 Oct 2025From 10 to 12 monthsread 5 Sep 202610–12 months10 months86%On the clock2 months left
FriedrichAI: Offline AIRandolph Smith · entered 30 Apr 2026 FriedrichAI: Offline AIRandolph Smith · entered 30 Apr 2026FriedrichAI is expected to leave Early Access and reach V1 in September 2026, barring any major issues discovered during final testing and polish.the store says it leaves Early Access on 16 Sep 20265 monthsuntil 30 Sep 20264 months86%On the clockDue this month
Critter CoveGentleman Rat Studios · entered 10 Sep 2024Critter CoveGentleman Rat Studios · entered 10 Sep 2024Critter Cove will be launching out of Early Access in Summer 2026. We'll set a specific date early in 2026.read 5 Sep 20262 years 4 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20262 years85%On the clock4 months left
Tavern Keeper 🍻Greenheart Games 💚 · entered 3 Nov 2025Tavern Keeper 🍻Greenheart Games 💚 · entered 3 Nov 2025We plan to be in Early Access for roughly a year, though this could change based on player feedback.read 5 Sep 2026about 12 months10 months84%On the clock2 months left
Mall SimulatorF13 Games · entered 3 Nov 2025Mall SimulatorF13 Games · entered 3 Nov 2025We anticipate the full game will be available in about 12 months. This timeframe allows us to implement all the features we have planned and refine the game to meet our standards.read 5 Sep 2026about 12 months10 months84%On the clock2 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.