Long Drive North Early Access - Worldwide Launch Time

[p]We know many of you are excited to get your hands on Long Drive North as soon as possible, so here's exactly when you can jump in![/p][p]The game will launch globally on November 18 at 7am PST/10am EST/3pm GMT.[/p][p]We've put together a countdown to launch so you can all keep an eye on exactly how long you have left to wait:[/p][p]Countdown to Early Access Launch[/p][p][/p][h2]What to Expect From Early Access Launch[/h2][p]Those of you who played the NextFest Demo will have a good idea of what to expect. [/p][p]Like the demo, at Early Access launch Long Drive North features the core survival mechanics and repair mechanics - and supports co-op with separate RV's.[/p][p]However, the Early Access launch version also includes endless route generation - and, of course, the ability to save your progress.[/p][p]How far can you survive your Long Drive North?[/p][p]We're excited to share this core experience with you, and hear your thoughts and feedback! This is just the beginning.[/p][h2]Early Access Roadmap[/h2][p]We have lots of exciting content planned during Early Access, including our first major content update: shared RVs in co-op! Take a look at what's planned for early 2026 and beyond:[/p][p][/p][h2]Q1 2026[/h2][p]Features[/p]

• [p]Co-op: Shared RV option[/p]
• [p]Co-op: Usable passenger seat[/p]
• [p]Co-op: Ability to drive other players' RVs[/p]

[p]RV[/p]

• [p]Usable ladder[/p]
• [p]Ability to place bed in RV overcab[/p]
• [p]Radio: Further LDN Radio broadcasts and music[/p]

[p]World[/p]

• [p]New routes, areas and POIs[/p]
• [p]Unique lore items (notes, photos, posters etc)[/p]

[p]Loadouts[/p]

• [p]New unlockable player character[/p]
• [p]New unlockable dog companion[/p]

[p]Crafting[/p]

• [p]Additions to Tier 3 crafting[/p]
• [p]Tier 4 crafting[/p]

[p]General[/p]

• [p]Bug fixes and quality of life improvements[/p]
• [p]Photo mode[/p]
• [p]Keybinds[/p]

[h2]Future Updates[/h2]

• [p]Difficulty setting[/p]
• [p]Additional routes, areas and POIs[/p]
• [p]Further lore[/p]
• [p]RV customisation[/p]
• [p]RV functionalities (propane tanks, electricity system etc)[/p]
• [p]RV appliances (fridge, microwave, oven etc)[/p]
• [p]New RV types[/p]
• [p]New unlockable playable characters[/p]
• [p]New unlockable dogs[/p]
• [p]New wildlife[/p]
• [p]New forageables[/p]
• [p]New tools[/p]
• [p]Towing[/p]
• [p]Cassette tapes (music, diary entries, recipes, tips etc)[/p]
• [p]Usable instant camera[/p]
• [p]Mod support[/p]

[p]Disclaimer: With larger updates which improve upon the game fundamentals, there is a possibility of save files being wiped. Roadmap subject to change.[/p]