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Early Access Promise Clock

How long did they say Early Access would take, and how long has it been? · 3,298 in Early Access · 4,613 promises read · 1,448 announced, not started

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Graduations and promises, year by year

YearGamesIn Early Access nowGraduatedMedian time in EAPromise readOverduePromise kept
20261,3681,329393%2 months1,32697%58of 1,187 parsed—
202556556500%14 months54196%217of 468 parsed—
202428928900%2 years 1 month27896%170of 224 parsed—
202315615600%3 years 2 months14895%94of 123 parsed—
202210910900%4 years 2 months10495%65of 79 parsed—
2021868600%5 years 2 months7992%52of 62 parsed—
2020717100%6 years 2 months7099%41of 49 parsed—
2019636300%7 years 3 months63100%36of 40 parsed—
2018545400%8 years 3 months5296%39of 40 parsed—
201710110100%9 years 4 months10099%65of 68 parsed—
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Inside the promised window

GamePromisePromisedElapsedClockVerdict
AzaHollo_Dev · entered 12 Jan 2024AzaHollo_Dev · entered 12 Jan 2024Im targeting a full release window in late 2026 as story chapters, expanded biomes, and animated cutscenes are integrated.read 14 Sep 20263 yearsuntil 31 Dec 20262 years 8 months89%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 months89%On the clock3 months left
Jötunn's GreedFried Squid Games LLC · entered 28 Oct 2025Jötunn's GreedFried Squid Games LLC · entered 28 Oct 2025We currently have a rough timeline of about one year after Early Access launches, but this can change based on player feedback. We want to get the complete experience out as soon as we can.read 14 Sep 2026about 12 months11 months89%On the clock1 month 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 16 Sep 20262 years 2 monthsuntil 31 Dec 202623 months88%On the clock3 months left
King StaticSpookto · entered 7 Nov 2025King StaticSpookto · entered 7 Nov 2025Hopefully around 8 to 12 months.read 10 Sep 20268–12 months10 months86%On the clock2 months left
Wild WoodsDaedalic Entertainment · entered 9 Dec 2024Wild WoodsDaedalic Entertainment · entered 9 Dec 2024We expect Early Access to last until approximately winter 2025/2026. The exact duration of Early Access is hard to predict though, since we are a very small team and we plan to significantly let the community’s feedback influence our development from here on.read 15 Sep 20262 years 1 monthuntil 31 Dec 202621 months85%On the clock4 months left
Dungeon RampageGamebreaking Studios · entered 5 Dec 2025Dungeon RampageGamebreaking Studios · entered 5 Dec 2025We anticipate being in early access for 6 - 12 months.read 16 Sep 20266–12 months9 months78%On the clock3 months left
ELbabmakz · entered 12 Dec 2025ELbabmakz · entered 12 Dec 2025We plan for the Early Access period to last about 6 months to 1 year.read 15 Sep 20266–12 months9 months76%On the clock3 months left
Varthos - Heir to the ThroneNightshift Game Development · entered 16 Dec 2025Varthos - Heir to the ThroneNightshift Game Development · entered 16 Dec 2025This is of course based on the game's success and how fast we can implement the feedback from our community. For now we're roughly planning with one more year of development in early access.read 14 Sep 2026about 12 months9 months75%On the clock3 months left
Pixel PiratesFlickin Fun · entered 7 Mar 2025Pixel PiratesFlickin Fun · entered 7 Mar 2025We anticipate Pixel Pirates will be in Early Access until early 2027. This timeline allows us to incorporate player feedback to shape future content and the player experience.read 13 Sep 20262 years 1 monthuntil 31 Mar 202718 months73%On the clock7 months left
Monochrome Echoes - black -mebius. · entered 15 Jul 2026Monochrome Echoes - black -mebius. · entered 15 Jul 2026We currently expect Early Access to last for about 3 months, though the schedule may change as development progresses.read 16 Sep 2026about 3 months2 months69%On the clockDue this month
ClockfallRever Games GmbH · entered 4 Jun 2026ClockfallRever Games GmbH · entered 4 Jun 2026The game is set to be release from Early Access in Autumn 2026read 15 Sep 20266 monthsuntil 30 Nov 20263 months57%On the clock3 months left
REAL WEB LEGENDS: Carter's QuestGoba · entered 2 Aug 2024REAL WEB LEGENDS: Carter's QuestGoba · entered 2 Aug 2024The game will likely be in early access for two years, with four years at a very worst-case.read 14 Sep 202624–48 months2 years 1 month53%On the clock23 months left
明月专属传奇明月专属传奇 · entered 2 Sep 2026明月专属传奇明月专属传奇 · entered 2 Sep 2026Approximately one monthread 15 Sep 2026about 1 month2 weeks47%On the clockDue this month
CinderiaMyACG Studio · entered 30 Mar 2026CinderiaMyACG Studio · entered 30 Mar 2026Approximately 12 months. We move as fast as quality allows.read 16 Sep 2026about 12 months6 months47%On the clock6 months left
Morbid MetalUbisoft · entered 8 Apr 2026Morbid MetalUbisoft · entered 8 Apr 2026We already have a Year One roadmap, but we’re keeping the timeline flexible so we can integrate community feedback along the way.read 12 Sep 2026about 12 months5 months44%On the clock7 months left
Into EvilMind's Eye Games · entered 7 Nov 2025Into EvilMind's Eye Games · entered 7 Nov 2025There is a lot of content planned! I am a solo dev, and while I've tried to plan this game out efficiently it'll take me a while to work through it all. My best guess is that Into Evil will be in Early Access for ~2 years. As such, while I'd love for you to play Into Evil as soon as possible, please only buy the Early Access version if you like the look of what's there currently. :)read 13 Sep 2026about 2 years10 months43%On the clock14 months left
EavorQueble Games · entered 24 Apr 2026EavorQueble Games · entered 24 Apr 2026Depending on how interersted the community is in the game obviously - but I'm planning to have the game in early access for around a year before version 1.0 comes outread 6 Sep 2026about 12 months5 months40%On the clock7 months left
Dead as DiscoBrain Jar Games, Inc. · entered 5 May 2026Dead as DiscoBrain Jar Games, Inc. · entered 5 May 2026We estimate around a year, and will adjust based on the feedback we receive. We also plan to update Early Access consistently with fixes, new idols, moves, music, and even more surprises.read 15 Sep 2026about 12 months4 months37%On the clock8 months left
Fire FieldRobe of Fire · entered 8 May 2026Fire FieldRobe of Fire · entered 8 May 2026Approximately one year. The timeline may change depending on community feedback and the pace of content additions, including new floors, enemies, items, and story elements.read 14 Sep 2026about 12 months4 months36%On the clock8 months left
RangedrifterMax Schmidt · entered 20 May 2026RangedrifterMax Schmidt · entered 20 May 2026I will release the game from Early Access in about twelve months, which gives me enough time to implement the systems, locations, encounters, and regions needed for it to be a complete game from start to finish.read 12 Sep 2026about 12 months4 months33%On the clock8 months left
MÖRK BORG Heresy SupremeMorbidware · entered 21 May 2026MÖRK BORG Heresy SupremeMorbidware · entered 21 May 2026We plan to remain in Early Access for approximately 6 to 12 months. This window gives us enough time to act on community feedback, expand content, and polish the experience before the full 1.0 release.read 16 Sep 20266–12 months4 months32%On the clock8 months left
AksunWayway Inc · entered 21 Jul 2026AksunWayway Inc · entered 21 Jul 2026We currently expect the game to remain in Early Access for around 6 months. Our current plan is to launch in Early Access in July, and then work toward the full release around November or December. This schedule may change depending on development progress and player feedback, but our goal is to keep the Early Access period focused and actively updated.read 16 Sep 2026about 6 months2 months31%On the clock4 months left
DarkStone RestorationPaul Cuisset · entered 23 Jun 2026DarkStone RestorationPaul Cuisset · entered 23 Jun 2026We expect Darkstone Restoration to remain in Early Access for several months. The exact duration may vary depending on development progress, technical requirements, and community feedback. Rather than commit to a fixed final date too early, we want to keep enough flexibility to do the work properly.read 15 Sep 20263–9 months3 months31%On the clock6 months left
RustPlowHASFOUR · entered 22 Jul 2026RustPlowHASFOUR · entered 22 Jul 2026We plan to run Early Access for about 6 months before officially releasing the full game.read 6 Sep 2026about 6 months2 months31%On the clock4 months left
TrakoniusTeneke Kafalar · entered 29 May 2026TrakoniusTeneke Kafalar · entered 29 May 2026Within 1 year we want to go to Full Release.read 16 Sep 20260–12 months4 months30%On the clock8 months left
Lords Of HeckSmokey Chill Games · entered 5 Jun 2026Lords Of HeckSmokey Chill Games · entered 5 Jun 20266 to 12 monthsread 14 Sep 20266–12 months3 months28%On the clock9 months left
Trials SurvivorsAngry wisp · entered 8 Jun 2026Trials SurvivorsAngry wisp · entered 8 Jun 2026All core features will be available from day one in Early Access. Our main focus is on expanding content by adding more enemies, spells, classes, maps and systems to deepen the experience. We expect to deliver a version that fully meets player expectations in about a year.read 15 Sep 2026about 12 months3 months28%On the clock9 months left
Slay The BerserkerAdvance Garde · entered 26 Aug 2026Slay The BerserkerAdvance Garde · entered 26 Aug 20263 months... Time enough to get feedback and update the ending part.read 13 Sep 2026about 3 months3 weeks23%On the clock2 months left
CrystalynSoulstone Forge · entered 26 Aug 2026CrystalynSoulstone Forge · entered 26 Aug 2026I plan to keep the game in Early Access for about 3 months, but this could change depending on how fast I can make progress, and player feedback.read 13 Sep 2026about 3 months3 weeks23%On the clock2 months left
Phantom TowerHorien Studio · entered 13 Jul 2026Phantom TowerHorien Studio · entered 13 Jul 2026Our current goal is to reach the full 1.0 release by the first half of 2027. While we have a clear roadmap, we want to remain flexible enough to incorporate player suggestions and ensure every feature is fully polished before leaving Early Access.read 14 Sep 202612 monthsuntil 30 Jun 20272 months18%On the clock10 months left
The Loomsong Chronicle IdleNitrocodon Dynamics · entered 18 Aug 2026The Loomsong Chronicle IdleNitrocodon Dynamics · entered 18 Aug 20263-6 months at most, I hope.read 15 Sep 20263–6 months4 weeks16%On the clock5 months left
SunriseWushR00M Studios · entered 1 Jun 2026SunriseWushR00M Studios · entered 1 Jun 2026Anything can change, but our primary goal is to have a finished and full release out of the Early Access stage sometime in December 2027 / January - March of 2028 as long as there's no interruptions, as again, we are a small team of people.read 14 Sep 202622 monthsuntil 31 Mar 20284 months16%On the clock18 months left
ExoTrainHarpoon Games · entered 20 Jul 2026ExoTrainHarpoon Games · entered 20 Jul 2026About one year. However, we may significantly expand our plans based on player feedback and requests.read 15 Sep 2026about 12 months2 months16%On the clock10 months left
Tears of MetalPaper Cult · entered 22 Jul 2026Tears of MetalPaper Cult · entered 22 Jul 2026We are planning for Tears of Metal to be in Early Access for 4 to 12 months, depending on feedback from players.read 15 Sep 20264–12 months2 months15%On the clock10 months left
骷髅传奇骷髅传奇 · entered 12 Sep 2026骷髅传奇骷髅传奇 · entered 12 Sep 2026Approximately one month.read 15 Sep 2026about 1 month4 days15%On the clockDue this month
Roll The BonesProteus Interactive · entered 28 Jul 2026Roll The BonesProteus Interactive · entered 28 Jul 2026At this point the most cautious estimate would be: no longer than one year.read 15 Sep 20260–12 months2 months14%On the clock10 months left
Slaymeji: Roguelite Desktop SurvivorWazang Games · entered 31 Aug 2026Slaymeji: Roguelite Desktop SurvivorWazang Games · entered 31 Aug 2026I expect Early Access to last about four to five months. My current target for 1.0 is the end of 2026 or the start of 2027. That estimate is based on the work left in the current scope. Bosses and elites still need their own behavior. More wave types and skill tree branches are planned. Cosmetics and the wider balance pass also need to be finished. If player feedback shows that the game needs more time, I will extend the schedule.read 6 Sep 20264–5 months2 weeks11%On the clock4 months left
Soulbound: OnlineSpiderWare · entered 21 Jul 2026Soulbound: OnlineSpiderWare · entered 21 Jul 2026We expect to be in Early Access for roughly 12 to 18 months. We care more about getting it right than hitting a date, so we'll leave Early Access when the game reaches the scope and polish we're aiming for, and we'll keep the community updated on our progress throughout.read 16 Sep 202612–18 months2 months10%On the clock16 months left
Echoes of MystraliaBorealys Games · entered 11 Aug 2026Echoes of MystraliaBorealys Games · entered 11 Aug 2026Our goal is to keep this Early Access period relatively short and community-focused, allowing us to finish and polish the game ahead of full release. We aim to deliver the final version within a year.read 16 Sep 20260–12 months1 month10%On the clock11 months left
LuminaryRefractive Entertainment · entered 11 Aug 2026LuminaryRefractive Entertainment · entered 11 Aug 2026We are initially planning for 1 year until an official 1.0 release. But if the early access is a bigger success than expected and the community wants us to go bigger with our content, we may add an additional time for that.read 14 Sep 2026about 12 months1 month10%On the clock11 months left
ZeroPointAysert Games · entered 30 Aug 2026ZeroPointAysert Games · entered 30 Aug 2026ZERO POINT is expected to remain in Early Access for approximately six months. However, this schedule may change depending on development progress and the number of issues discovered during Early Access. Our current plan is to remain in Early Access while we continue evaluating the overall stability and completeness of the experience. The timing of the full release may change depending on development progress and player feedback.read 6 Sep 2026about 6 months2 weeks10%On the clock5 months left
Parasited WillUnderground Interactive · entered 21 Aug 2026Parasited WillUnderground Interactive · entered 21 Aug 2026We estimate that the game will remain in Early Access for approximately 8 to 12 months. This timeframe will allow us to iterate based on community feedback and complete the planned content production for the First Chapter of the game.read 7 Sep 20268–12 months4 weeks7%On the clock11 months left
Raven ErrantYorkshireRifles · entered 4 Sep 2026Raven ErrantYorkshireRifles · entered 4 Sep 2026About 6 months for the planned features to be finalized, this is mostly new warband factions and additional weapons, armor and equipment. Depending on the level of player feedback and feature/gameplay requests this could be longer.read 12 Sep 2026about 6 months2 weeks7%On the clock6 months left
雀神 -infinity-OwlGameStudio · entered 29 Aug 2026雀神 -infinity-OwlGameStudio · entered 29 Aug 2026At this point, we expect the game to remain in Early Access for about one year. This may change depending on development progress and player feedback, but our plan is to continue improving the game and adding content throughout that period.read 15 Sep 2026about 12 months3 weeks5%On the clock11 months left
Void RegaliaBrain On Oxygen Games · entered 31 Aug 2026Void RegaliaBrain On Oxygen Games · entered 31 Aug 2026About a year.read 9 Sep 2026about 12 months2 weeks5%On the clock11 months left
ThorgardNightscape Games · entered 13 Sep 2026ThorgardNightscape Games · entered 13 Sep 2026I currently expect Thorgard to remain in Early Access for approximately 6–12 months. However, this may change depending on player feedback and the development of the planned content.read 13 Sep 20266–12 months3 days1%On the clock12 months left
Wukong FightsHard Shark Games · entered 14 Sep 2026Wukong FightsHard Shark Games · entered 14 Sep 2026We 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 15 Sep 2026about 18 months2 days0%On the clock18 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.