Hiraeth News

Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign launches November 11

Community support at this stage is essential to ensure the quality of both the Early Access version and the full game. In return, I have prepared perks with various rewards. Until the campaign starts, you can reserve the VANGUARD perk at the price of the SURVIVOR perk - VANGUARD provides much higher rewards, until November 11 at a promotional price.

VANGUARD EARLY RISER Perk

Indiegogo Campaign Pre-Launch Page

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/hiraeth-indie-game-sci-fi-survival-rich-story/coming_soon/x/35505033

Due to limited space on the pre-launch campaign page, I have included the details in an article on IndieDB. I also invite you to ask questions in this thread.

Community support is just as important

If you haven't added HIRAETH to your wishlist yet - please do! Spread the word - recommend the game to your friends.
[h2]Thank you and I hope that the Early Access version will be at an exciting level![/h2]

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I rarely post on the main game channel, but today's update is for everyone, not just our Playtest participants. Here's what we'll cover:

• Game and Playtest Status
  
• Release Plans, especially regarding Early Access
  
• Details on Our New Indiegogo Campaign
  
• Best Places to Stay Updated
  

Feel free to ask questions in this thread; I'm here to answer them all!

Development on ☵ HIRAETH continues with regular Steam Playtest updates. While I'm a solo developer, the pace matches that of larger teams due to the complexity involved.
Remember, the Playtest version isn't a demo but a tool for refining the game, currently lacking full gameplay features and optimized for testing, not final user experience.
[h2]PROGRESS[/h2]
[h3]Since our Kickstarter, we've introduced:[/h3]

• Save/Load System: For player and world states.
  
• Dynamic Weather System: Including calendar-based events like sandstorms and blizzards.
  
• New Weapon System: With various weapons and ammo types.
  
• Enhanced AI: Including flying drones.
  
• First Vehicle: Among other unannounced updates.
  

Some of these features are in Playtest; others are slated for Early Access or beyond.

As you can see on Steam the planned release date is 2024 and there is not much time left. Although this date is still valid, I want to release a game that is polished and interesting for you.
[h2]Early Access[/h2]
Early Access will feature "ETERNAL" mode, an endless survival sandbox with diverse locations ranging from deserts to Arctic zones, each with unique challenges and biomes.
[h2]Full game[/h2]
Full Game Release will follow Early Access, expanding on "ETERNAL" and introducing "REVELATIONS", a story mode with the first of five planned chapters.

Indiegogo campaign

We've just launched the pre-launch page for our Indiegogo campaign, aiming to fund further development and high-quality elements like a fully orchestral soundtrack by Michele Masin, known for his work on films like "1917" and "Midsommar." This campaign is crucial for hiring voice talent, like Andy Mack from "Dying Light 2" and for general game refinement. Support at this stage means exclusive perks at a fraction of the final game's cost.


[h3]Why Indiegogo?[/h3]
A lot of heart, sweat and blood went into ☵ HIRAETH. A lot has been done, but the success of the project lies in the details, which take time, and time is money. Every aspect of ☵ HIRAETH requires meticulous attention, from sound design to voice acting. Funds from Indiegogo will ensure these elements meet AAA standards, enhancing your experience significantly.
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There are still many necessary expenses – I'm sure they're all worth every cent!

I will allow myself to post new information about the Indiegogo campaign soon. I count on your support, even if it's just spread the word!
Thank you ːss2heartː

For the latest on ☵ HIRAETH, follow our social media links below this post. For direct interaction, join our Discord community.

Thank you for your continued support and engagement. Spread the word, and let's make ☵ HIRAETH a game to remember!

Hello!

We've had a lot of players for a week, but not everyone knows what Steam Playtest is, which is understandable.

I prepared a quick, but containing many valuable tips, video on YouTube

https://youtu.be/a72dnZ2B5Ws?si=FZJVxgoDcHK8kG-M
I also encourage you to read basic information about Playtest https://hiraethgame.com/steam-playtest/

It's best to join our Discord where you will get the best help!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2646160/Hiraeth/



Take care!

Join us at Jade Horse Games as we launch our flagship title, ☵ HIRAETH on kickstarter. Kickstarter is a place where we can secure proper funding, build an expansive community, and all while rewarding backers for their amazing support with exclusive items and content. Donators can earn unique rewards, such as high tier donors being Immortalized in ☵ HIRAETH, and some backers can also gain access to exclusive tests, allowing their direct feedback to influence the gameplay. Each tier will feature unique rewards, benefits, and perks.

[h2]SUPPORT US NOW ON KICKSTARTER![/h2]
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https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hiraeth-game/hiraeth-sci-fi-survival-game-with-rich-story-pc-consoles

As we make our final preparations for our launch, we wanted to highlight this incredible journey some of us have been fortunate to be a part of.

[h2]The Journey[/h2]
☵ HIRAETH started as nothing more than a dream disguised as a gameplay test by our team lead. After he uploaded the small showcase, he received dozens of propositions, and within a few weeks, he found himself leading an ambitious team from around the globe. This was two years ago, and our team has been hard at work since.



As our team has grown, so has our ambitious efforts to turn ☵ HIRAETH into the best survival game on the market. This kickstarter not only serves as a financial opportunity for the game and our team, but also as a symbol of our growth and continued efforts. So much time, work, funds, dedication, and heart has been poured into ☵ HIRAETH and it has all led our team here. As we stand on the edge of success, we can’t help but feel thankful for the opportunity and the community that has supported us along the way. This kickstarter campaign will build a path toward Early Access, propelling the game, community, and our team to new heights.

[h2]Toward the Future [/h2]
It has been a long journey and we cannot wait to see where it takes us next.

To know more about the Kickstarter campaign, the game, and more, we invite players to join our discord, which will have exclusive kickstarter rewards, and follow our various social handles. We love hearing from interested players that want to explore the world of ☵ HIRAETH.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hiraeth-game/hiraeth-sci-fi-survival-game-with-rich-story-pc-consoles

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2646160/Hiraeth/

Hello space survivalists!

No news on the ☵ Hiraeth Steam page is good news! We are preparing the game for open playtesting on Steam, which should start this month - no registration or key activation will be required, just click play!



There will be no demo or early access yet, but a large playable area of Nesoi Island on Ahra Prime and a separate extensive Training Center with numerous tasks that will familiarize candidates with the art of survival



All completed game features will be available, many are still in development. There will also be saving and loading of the game state - without restrictions (i.e. no save limit, but according to the rules of the game at medium difficulty level, i.e. with a one-time save, to be loaded at the start).



We count on fans of the genre testing it, Hiraeth is a real survival game, quite far from arcade games, although with good gameflow. There will be a survival sandbox mode available in playtest, which in Hiraeth is called ETERNAL mode. A story mode called REVELATIONS will be available at a later date, probably in or after Early Access.