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Iron Harvest Post-Release Answers to Common Comments

[h3]Hey everyone, wow this is incredible. So many people coming to the game, it's great to have you all. We're somewhat overwhelmed for a small team, so please be calm with us. Here’s a quick PSA:[/h3]

  • More multiplayer maps, Coop mode, player portrait frame and the other things promised as backer perks are all in the works. You’ll see regular updates in the news week and month to come.
    Find out more here in this DevBlog

  • Japanese language is coming, but with console release in early 2021. Unfortunately, this was incorrectly listed on Steam.

  • For our Backers, the cosmetic mech skin has been removed temporarily from the website to give the maximum people the chance to download their game keys. Once things have calmed down a bit, we’ll let you know that we’ve reinstated them.

  • Some of your games still say Open Beta. This is an error, but the game your playing is the full release version and this text will be patched out shortly.


  • Players who pre-ordered the game through Steam do have access to the mech cosmetic skin, soundtrack and digital artbook. Steam will shortly be making these available.


Iron Harvest Is Now Unleashed!

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[h2]The game contains: [/h2]
  • The trials and tribulations of three competing factions and the story that engulfs their heroes in over 20 single player campaign missions.
  • Three factions with dozens of unit types.
  • Hone your skills with each faction in unique challenge maps.
  • Set up your own battles in skirmishes against A.I. of various difficulties.
  • Battle in online multiplayer against players throughout the globe
  • Dynamic covers and next-level destruction.
  • Player customization through cosmetic rewards for in-game achievements.

This is one of the biggest RTS games in along time with a total unique aesthetic. We’re a live team who will be supporting the game for the foreseeable future with updates that will bring more game content. All based on community feedback.

[h2]This is what the press says:[/h2]

Iron Harvest is one of the best RTS games to release in recent memory.
93% - Nicholas Downie, Lords of Gaming.

The spectacle of any given Iron Harvest match is phenomenal.
- 82% - Rick Lane, PC Gamer.

Iron Harvest could be best described as Company of Heroes with Mechs. That's high enough praise in itself and Iron Harvest lives up to it.
- 80% - Chris Wray, Wccftech.

You have a first world war setting (somewhat, it's 1920) and giant mechs to destroy everything with. Do you need anything else?
- 90% - Andrea Giongiani, IGN Italy. (Italian)

“Iron Harvest 1920+ is not just another RTS. Its original setting and ingenious system of changing units make it a game to consider in the real-time strategy genre.”
- 85% - Ismael Mercado, 33bits. (Spanish)

Iron Harvest 1920+ is not just another RTS. Its original setting and ingenious system of changing units make it a game to consider in the real-time strategy genre.
- 85% - Ismael Mercado, 33bits. (Spanish)

“Iron Harvest has the best RTS-campaign since Starcraft 2!”
- 84% - Martin Deppe, GameStar. (German)

[h2]If you're new:[/h2]
[h2]Welcome, you can buy game editions with various perks from:[/h2]
[h3] Steam [/h3]
[h3]GoG[/h3]

[h2]If you’re a Kickstarter backer or early supporter:[/h2]
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Please remember to log in with the same email address you used to back us during the early support phase.[h3]
  • Select either a PC Steam or GoG game key.
  • Install and get stomping!
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If you’ve been playing the open Beta and keep playing via Steam, your progress and unlockable will be kept. However, all player levels will be reset, medal’s lost and save games invalidated.

The physical goodies as part of your edition’s perks are still on their way. Covid-19 sadly disrupted our global production, manufacturing, and shipping ability. We are planning to get these out to you before Christmas. Keep your shipping address up to date here.

The console release is scheduled for Q1 of 2021 (more details here). However, all console backers also have access to the game on PC.

[h2] Quickly get your mech up to speed with these beginner guides:[/h2]
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Subscribe and follow mega fan 2Sk3chty who always has the most up to date strategies and mechanized fun.

[h2]For greater detail, click here for a great fan-made guide by CloneorNot.[/h2]
It’s just like an old school game manual. Viva La RTS!

We’re very grateful to these fans who have jumped into the fray and created these great resources for players. You guys are mech-tastic!

[h2] Lore-lovers rejoice![/h2]
The Templin Institute has scoured the lands of 1920+ to collate the deepest insider information for you. He’s bringing you a week of lore videos that explore the factions and world of Iron harvest. Subscribe and check out the first video here:
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[h3]This is just the start. Big Mechs = Big Plans![/h3]

[h3]Stay up to date as we continue to progress by joining us on:[/h3]
[h3] Our Official Discord Channel! [/h3]
[h3] Facebook[/h3]
[h3]Twitter[/h3]
[h3]Reddit[/h3]
[h3]Instagram[/h3][/h3]
[h3] Devs are also streaming on Twitch! [/h3][/h3]

Iron Harvest Beta Revoked, Get Ready For Full Release.

PSA: Everyone, the Beta Steam Keys have been revoked while we prepare for full release
Don't panic if your Iron Harvest game has disappeared, you will get a new game key when we release very shortly.
We know your all super keen and we're almost there. Please be patient as we work the details out, all will become clear when we're ready. This is rolling on going process but in order to issue new keys for tomorrow release we have to revoke the old Beta keys you have.

We'll announce full instruction on how to get these as soon as we release.

In the meantime enjoy the Polania Faction Feature Trailer!
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Iron Harvest DevBlog #29 - August 2020

[h2]News: September 1st, It’s Happening![/h2]

We release in only 5 more days!

Firstly, a massive thank you to all our backers no matter what level you supported us at. We’re also grateful to all the newer player who came to the Open beta and who have been so supportive and engaging. We wouldn’t be where we are today if it weren’t for all of you.

Together, we’ve come a long way since our concept stages and our hugely successful $1.4 million Kickstarter campaign. It’s still great to see so many people who share our vision for a classic RTS game.



These are some of the custom portraits painted for our "rather handsome" You-in-the-Game Backers. You’ll have a chance later to unlock these for yourself.



The Free Open Beta is still available until release, just click here, download the game and Have fun!

[h2]Info: ESL Tournament and Digital Gamescom [/h2]

To get our oil pumping for Iron Harvest’s release, we are at Digital Gamescom 2020! In the “before-times” we’d physically be in Cologne, Germany. Now everyone can join in the festivities online here.

Here’s our streaming schedule:

During the past 4 weeks we’ve been seeing some really gripping games as part of four ESL qualifier tournaments. Congrats to all who played and those who won prizes. We now have four great community players who will play this weekend in the play-offs and final for the chance to win over €5000 in prizes!





Ready? You can now pre-order Iron Harvest from Steam, GoG and Epic Store. This game edition comes with its own perks. Or check out the store from our merchandising partner for Vinyl, T-Shirts and more exclusive stuff here

[h2]Outlook: But Wait, There’s More![/h2]
September 1st release is only the beginning. Beyond, you can expect:
  • Us to continue to monitor and respond to your feedback. We’ll keep updating.
  • Kickstarter bonus campaign (4 missions, taking place after the story of the main game)
  • More multiplayer and challenge maps.
  • New game modes.
  • Multiple seasons with new challenges & rewards.
  • Regular balancing adjustments based on feedback & data.
  • Xbox one and PS4 release (currently aiming for Q1 of 2021)

In short: We want to keep going, see what works and add new features and content based on your feedback.

Here’s a sneak peek at a WIP no-man’s land style 3 vs.3 multiplayer map called "The Great Wastes"

Stay up to date as we continue to progress by joining us on: Our Official Discord Channel! Facebook Twitter Reddit  Instagram Devs are also streaming on Twitch!

Hotfix for 11.5

[h3]Hey everyone,[/h3]
my this is all getting rather exciting as we are only 6 days before release. More news in tomorrow's DevBlog.
[h3] Small hotfix for patch 11.5 now in preparation for this weekends events:[/h3]
  • Fixed offline mode. If you were unable to connect to online services, we fixed potentially connectivity issues in territories like China.
  • Fixed flamer bridge VFX bug.
  • Sandbags no longer give XP to engineers, prevent an exploit.
  • Changed match start sequence countdown.


And in case you missed here's a nice video about the music of Iron Harvest
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