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Early Access Promise Clock

How long did they say Early Access would take, and how long has it been? · 2,075 in Early Access · 2,570 promises read · 868 announced, not started

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Overdue (488)On the clock (1,089)Graduated (15)No promise (498)
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Graduations and promises, year by year

YearGamesIn Early Access nowGraduatedMedian time in EAPromise readOverduePromise kept
20261,0471,035121%1 month95891%30of 872 parsed—
202538538410%13 months33587%126of 290 parsed—
202418518500%2 years 1 month16388%96of 131 parsed—
202310510500%3 years 2 months9187%53of 73 parsed—
2022757500%4 years 2 months6688%42of 50 parsed—
2021505000%5 years 1 month4182%23of 31 parsed—
2020434300%6 years 1 month3888%18of 22 parsed—
2019404000%7 years 3 months40100%20of 23 parsed—
2018212100%8 years 1 month1990%10of 11 parsed—
2017191900%9 years 3 months1895%8of 10 parsed—
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Inside the promised window

GamePromisePromisedElapsedClockVerdict
Ultimate Blacksmith Tycoon ~The Appraiser-Shopkeeper Conquers the Blacksmith Trade~Quench Forge · entered 13 Jun 2026Ultimate Blacksmith Tycoon ~The Appraiser-Shopkeeper Conquers the Blacksmith Trade~Quench Forge · entered 13 Jun 2026We estimate Early Access will last approximately 3 months as a baseline. This duration is not fixed - it will flexibly adjust based on the volume and nature of community feedback, the priorities for additional features, and the need for balance tuning. If the community wants us to "spend more time refining in this direction" or "wait for a specific feature before going to 1.0", we will prioritize those voices. Progress updates and roadmap changes will be shared transparently through monthly devlogs on Steam News.read 8 Sep 2026about 3 months3 months99%On the clockDue this month
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 9 Sep 2026about 6 months6 months93%On the clockDue this month
I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator Bunch'o'Nerds · entered 1 Apr 2026I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator Bunch'o'Nerds · entered 1 Apr 2026Our plan is to stay in Early Access for about 3 to 6 months. During that time, we’ll expand the open world, add new NPCs and missions, upgrade gameplay mechanics, and polish the humor and voice acting. The goal is to make sure every feature feels exactly as ridiculous - and completed - as intended.the store says it leaves Early Access on 25 Sep 20263–6 months5 months89%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 8 Sep 20260–6 months5 months89%On the clockDue this month
TobianoKanel Studios · entered 20 Feb 2026TobianoKanel Studios · entered 20 Feb 2026Tobiano is planned for full release around the fall of 2026.read 6 Sep 20269 monthsuntil 30 Nov 20267 months74%On the clock2 months left
PlentifulLearnia Inc · entered 5 May 2026PlentifulLearnia Inc · entered 5 May 2026The plan is to be in Early Access for 6 months or so.read 8 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 6 Sep 20266–9 months6 months69%On the clock3 months left
Drunkard SimulatorPostHuman Interactive · entered 26 Jan 2026Drunkard SimulatorPostHuman Interactive · entered 26 Jan 2026I'm aiming to release 1.0 version in 2026, but I'll prioritize a properly aged brew over some rushed garbage.read 6 Sep 202611 monthsuntil 31 Dec 20267 months68%On the clock4 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 months66%On the clock4 months left
Mineral Mining SimulatorBewolba Studios · entered 14 May 2026Mineral Mining SimulatorBewolba Studios · entered 14 May 2026We currently expect the game to remain in Early Access for around 4 to 6 months. However, this estimate may change depending on development progress, testing results, and feedback from the community. During Early Access, our focus is not only to finish the planned content, but also to evaluate several experimental features. We want to make sure these features feel enjoyable, work well with the overall gameplay, and are realistic for us to complete with the resources available.read 8 Sep 20264–6 months4 months66%On the clock2 months left
Moonlight DialogueN'Tale · entered 16 Jul 2026Moonlight DialogueN'Tale · entered 16 Jul 20263 Months.read 8 Sep 2026about 3 months2 months62%On the clock1 month left
Moonshiner SimulatorGoosix Games · entered 20 May 2026Moonshiner SimulatorGoosix Games · entered 20 May 2026Around 6 months.the store says it leaves Early Access on 21 Oct 2026about 6 months4 months62%On the clock2 months left
Adaptoryindie.io · entered 26 Jan 2026Adaptoryindie.io · entered 26 Jan 2026Right now I’m planning about one year to complete and polish the full version (see the roadmap), but this could change if the scope increases or if we have to revisit any major systems. The plan is to deliver at least three major content updates during this time so you’ll be able to test new systems and share your feedback.read 9 Sep 2026about 12 months7 months62%On the clock5 months left
Ranch Store SimulatorAGAMES · entered 30 Jan 2026Ranch Store SimulatorAGAMES · entered 30 Jan 2026Early Access phase is estimated to last about a year, although this timeline may be adjusted based on player feedback.read 6 Sep 2026about 12 months7 months61%On the clock5 months left
Megastore SimulatorYolo Games Studio · entered 2 Feb 2026Megastore SimulatorYolo Games Studio · entered 2 Feb 2026We expect the game to remain in Early Access for approximately 12 months, depending on community feedback and development priorities. Our goal is to use this period to expand content and features with the community's help, while also improving polish, balance, and overall stability before the full release.read 6 Sep 2026about 12 months7 months61%On the clock5 months left
Team Principal: A Racing ManagerPatrick H · entered 12 Feb 2026Team Principal: A Racing ManagerPatrick H · entered 12 Feb 20266 months - 1 yearread 10 Sep 20266–12 months7 months58%On the clock5 months left
Monster Lab SimulatorRound 3 Studios · entered 13 Feb 2026Monster Lab SimulatorRound 3 Studios · entered 13 Feb 2026We plan to release the full game within 12 months. This timeframe is what we estimate to implement all the planned features and refine the game into its best version.read 6 Sep 20260–12 months7 months58%On the clock5 months left
DJ Life Simulator: Learn to DJ for RealOne Day Code Games · entered 21 Jul 2026DJ Life Simulator: Learn to DJ for RealOne Day Code Games · entered 21 Jul 20263 Monthsread 9 Sep 2026about 3 months2 months57%On the clock1 month left
TradingLifeFun(ctor) Studio · entered 18 Feb 2026TradingLifeFun(ctor) Studio · entered 18 Feb 2026We expect Early Access to last around one year. That said, we’ll focus on shipping meaningful improvements and updates as they’re ready, based on development progress and community feedback.read 10 Sep 2026about 12 months7 months56%On the clock5 months left
Rise of PiracyMicroProse Software · entered 24 Feb 2026Rise of PiracyMicroProse Software · entered 24 Feb 2026The goal is to remain in Early Access for 12 months, but this will depend on the feedback that comes in from players and how the scope may change as a result.read 6 Sep 2026about 12 months7 months54%On the clock5 months left
Untamed KingdomShadow Stalk Studios LLC · entered 28 Feb 2026Untamed KingdomShadow Stalk Studios LLC · entered 28 Feb 2026Untamed Kingdom" plans to remain in Early Access for 1 yearread 10 Sep 2026about 12 months6 months53%On the clock6 months left
Bigfoot HuntingVRCFORGE STUDIOS · entered 20 Apr 2026Bigfoot HuntingVRCFORGE STUDIOS · entered 20 Apr 2026We plan to remain in Early Access for roughly six to nine months to polish mechanics, expand forest zones, introduce new traps, and balance combat and survival systems.read 8 Sep 20266–9 months5 months53%On the clock4 months left
DrainSimCodePeas · entered 3 Mar 2026DrainSimCodePeas · entered 3 Mar 2026The current development target is around 12 months. This timeframe may adjust depending on progress and how the scope evolves during development.read 10 Sep 2026about 12 months6 months53%On the clock6 months left
Ranger’s Path: National Park Simulatorastragon Entertainment · entered 10 Mar 2026Ranger’s Path: National Park Simulatorastragon Entertainment · entered 10 Mar 2026We are currently planning on staying in Early Access for about a year. However, development will continue as long as it’s needed to deliver the experience we and the community envision.read 8 Sep 2026about 12 months6 months51%On the clock6 months left
Computer RevolutionFirst Principles Education · entered 15 Jul 2026Computer RevolutionFirst Principles Education · entered 15 Jul 2026It is expected that the full version will be ready for release October 2026, containing all intended content and exercises. However, it's certainly possible that development will take longer. Development may be extended to implement features that are suggested by the users.read 10 Sep 20264 monthsuntil 31 Oct 20262 months48%On the clock2 months left
S.A.M. - Stasis Asset ManagementMagnumOpus Inc. · entered 30 Jul 2026S.A.M. - Stasis Asset ManagementMagnumOpus Inc. · entered 30 Jul 2026We're planning on under roughly 1-3 months. That said, this timeframe may be adjusted depending on community feedback and how stabilization progresses.read 10 Sep 20261–3 months1 month47%On the clock2 months left
Nova RomaHooded Horse · entered 26 Mar 2026Nova RomaHooded Horse · entered 26 Mar 2026We plan to remain in Early Access for a year, but that could change depending on how the design develops with player feedback.read 5 Sep 2026about 12 months6 months46%On the clock6 months left
AetherdrifterSkyAnvil · entered 31 Jul 2026AetherdrifterSkyAnvil · entered 31 Jul 2026We currently expect Early Access to last roughly one to three months. That said, we would rather ship the right update than a fast one - if the game needs more time to reach the bar we want, we plan to take it.read 10 Sep 20261–3 months1 month46%On the clock2 months left
BodyWalk VR Motion Mapperintegralab · entered 22 Jun 2026BodyWalk VR Motion Mapperintegralab · entered 22 Jun 2026We estimate the Early Access phase will last roughly 4 to 6 months. This gives us the necessary time to implement the remaining features, polish the user interface.read 9 Sep 20264–6 months3 months44%On the clock3 months left
TDM : Task Drill ManiacZETACORE INC. · entered 29 Aug 2026TDM : Task Drill ManiacZETACORE INC. · entered 29 Aug 2026We currently expect Taskbar Mining to remain in Early Access for approximately one months. This schedule may change depending on player feedback, development progress, and the stability of the in-game economy.the store says it leaves Early Access on 1 Oct 2026about 1 month2 weeks43%On the clockDue this month
Snow Resort SimulatorVovel Games · entered 8 Apr 2026Snow Resort SimulatorVovel Games · entered 8 Apr 2026Approximately 6-12 months.read 8 Sep 20266–12 months5 months43%On the clock7 months left
Gravity Assist: InitiativeMorozov Studios · entered 8 Apr 2026Gravity Assist: InitiativeMorozov Studios · entered 8 Apr 2026At the moment, I am looking at 1 year, but likely (and hopefully) much less.read 9 Sep 2026about 12 months5 months43%On the clock7 months left
Solar ExpanseGames Operators · entered 9 Apr 2026Solar ExpanseGames Operators · entered 9 Apr 2026We are planning to stay in Early Access for approximately a year, depending on the development.read 8 Sep 2026about 12 months5 months42%On the clock7 months left
Mad Television TycoonEggcode · entered 9 Apr 2026Mad Television TycoonEggcode · entered 9 Apr 2026It is planned to leave the game in Early Access for 6-12 months. That's enough time to improve the game with the help of the community.read 7 Sep 20266–12 months5 months42%On the clock7 months left
粒子战争 Particle Warsjizai · entered 16 Apr 2026粒子战争 Particle Warsjizai · entered 16 Apr 2026We plan to remain in Early Access for 6 to 12 months. The exact duration depends on the following factors: The scale and complexity of community feedback The development progress of new game modes We will regularly update the community on our progress through update logs, and provide a more accurate release date announcement 3 months before the full versionread 10 Sep 20266–12 months5 months41%On the clock7 months left
Political Survival - Head of Stateplausegame7 · entered 18 Aug 2026Political Survival - Head of Stateplausegame7 · entered 18 Aug 2026We expect Political Survival to remain in Early Access for approximately 1 to 2 months, depending on community feedback and planned feature development.read 6 Sep 20261–2 months3 weeks40%On the clock1 month left
SimplePlanes 2Jundroo, LLC · entered 23 Apr 2026SimplePlanes 2Jundroo, LLC · entered 23 Apr 2026We plan for the game to be in Early Access for approximately one year.read 10 Sep 2026about 12 months5 months39%On the clock7 months left
Shady O'Grady's™ Overnight SensationGilligames · entered 24 Apr 2026Shady O'Grady's™ Overnight SensationGilligames · entered 24 Apr 2026As long as it takes to record the 164 soundtrack songs. We're hoping it could be 9-12 months.read 8 Sep 20269–12 months5 months38%On the clock7 months left
Desolation SeedECS Software · entered 6 Jul 2026Desolation SeedECS Software · entered 6 Jul 2026We anticipate the game remaining in Early Access for approximately 4–6 monthsread 8 Sep 20264–6 months2 months37%On the clock4 months left
Car Race SimulatorHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 2026Car Race SimulatorHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 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 10 Sep 2026about 18 months6 months35%On the clock12 months left
Bike Stunts SimulatorHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 2026Bike Stunts SimulatorHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 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 10 Sep 2026about 18 months6 months35%On the clock12 months left
Buggy Racing SimulatorHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 2026Buggy Racing SimulatorHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 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 10 Sep 2026about 18 months6 months35%On the clock12 months left
Car Race Pro SimulatorHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 2026Car Race Pro SimulatorHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 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 10 Sep 2026about 18 months6 months35%On the clock12 months left
Air Hockey SimulatorHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 2026Air Hockey SimulatorHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 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 10 Sep 2026about 18 months6 months35%On the clock12 months left
Billiards Pro SimulatorHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 2026Billiards Pro SimulatorHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 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 10 Sep 2026about 18 months6 months35%On the clock12 months left
Soccer Penalty KickHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 2026Soccer Penalty KickHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 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 10 Sep 2026about 18 months6 months35%On the clock12 months left
Toy Car RaceHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 2026Toy Car RaceHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 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 10 Sep 2026about 18 months6 months35%On the clock12 months left
Truck Racing SimulatorHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 2026Truck Racing SimulatorHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 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 10 Sep 2026about 18 months6 months35%On the clock12 months left
City Builder ProHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 2026City Builder ProHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 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 10 Sep 2026about 18 months6 months35%On the clock12 months left
Street Soccer SimulatorHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 2026Street Soccer SimulatorHard Shark Games · entered 3 Mar 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 11 Sep 2026about 18 months6 months35%On the clock12 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.