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Half a year in Early Access

[h3]Time flies
[/h3][p]It's been 6 months since Beyond the Map entered Early Access on August 25, 2025.[/p][p][/p][p]First of all, ❤️ thank you to everyone who has supported the game! I've received more feedback than I could possibly address, and I'm still working through your suggestions. My backlog is currently three screens long - but we'll get there![/p][p][/p][h3]Development Progress
[/h3][p]Here are the most notable features and changes implemented during that time:[/p][p][/p][p]Patch 0.2.11 New! Just released on Feb 24[/p]
  • [p]Improved world generation[/p]
  • [p]Solo Self-Found mode[/p]
  • [p]QoL features[/p]
[p]Patch 0.2.10[/p]
  • [p]Improved map & mini-map[/p]
  • [p]Iron tools & other tool improvements[/p]
  • [p]Supporter Pack & Bundle[/p]
[p]Patch 0.2.9[/p]
  • [p]Smart Loot[/p]
  • [p]Larger inventory[/p]
  • [p]Mastery levels (post-cap progression)[/p]
  • [p]Sockets & Gems[/p]
[p]Patch 0.2.8[/p]
  • [p]Partial controller support (Xbox, Steam Deck)[/p]
  • [p]Stone building[/p]
[p]Patch 0.2.7[/p]
  • [p]World tiers[/p]
  • [p]Difficulty options[/p]
[p]Patch 0.2.6[/p]
  • [p]Better rendering of CJK fonts[/p]
[p]Patch 0.2.5[/p]
  • [p]Steam achievements[/p]
  • [p]Stats, skills, and glyph improvements[/p]
[p]Patch 0.2.4[/p]
  • [p]Item comparison[/p]
  • [p]Stash sorting[/p]
[p]Patch 0.2.3[/p]
  • [p]New movement system[/p]
  • [p]Performance improvements[/p]
[p][/p][p]Has everything that was planned for this period been implemented? Not quite; indie development rarely goes exactly as planned. Still, the game is in a much stronger state now and will continue to improve.[/p][p][/p][h3]2026 Q2 Roadmap[/h3][p][/p][p]The main focus of the upcoming updates in Q2 will be Dungeons, starting with the Abandoned Mines, hidden deep in the iron quarries. Long ago, the Boneweavers tunneled through these caves to reach ancient graveyards and crypts, slipping unseen past the spirit beasts that patrolled the surface. For you - these tunnels will soon become an endless source of loot, challenges, and experience![/p][p]
Another notable update planned for this period is a revamped character creation system. Instead of the 3 pre-defined options, you'll be able to choose your character traits yourself, customizing your hero to fit your playstyle and intended role.[/p][p][/p][p]As always, there will be many other things, like QoL features, new items, skills, and glyphs, as well as other systems that don't have a specific priority yet and will be released when ready. Stay tuned![/p][p][/p][h3]Public test builds[/h3][p][/p][p]Want to play the new content early? Check out the public-test branch: https://steamcommunity.com/app/2896380/discussions/0/707749927473924596/ - it will receive updates days or weeks ahead of the live branch. Be sure to share your feedback on the forums or Discord![/p][p][/p][h3]Spring Sale[/h3][p][/p][p]Grab Beyond the Map at 30% off! The discount is available for two weeks, from February 26 to March 12, and then again for one week during the Steam Spring Sale, from March 19 to 26.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]The world of Beyond the Map is yours to explore. Keep discovering, experimenting, and sharing your ideas - together, we'll make it even better.[/p]