Stormgate, the new real-time strategy game from former Warcraft and StarCraft 2 developers, has released in early access on Steam. Despite raising over $35 million through crowdfunding and investment, the game’s early reviews are mixed.
Developed by Frost Giant Studios, Stormgate received massive support from fans, with many donating to its Kickstarter campaign and investing in the studio itself. The game’s total funding now stands at over $35 million, with $34.7 million coming from investors like Riot Games, and another $1 million from 419 individual investors.
However, early access reviews suggest that the game needs more work. Of the 374 reviews on Steam, 56% are positive, but many players have criticized the game’s slow pace and generic campaign. The multiplayer mode has been praised, but overall, the game’s Mixed score is a sign that it still needs improvement.
The game’s developers have emphasized that early access is a normal part of the development process, and that the full version will be released at some point in the future. Until then, players can continue to provide feedback and help shape the game’s final form.
Source: https://www.gamesradar.com/games/real-time-strategy/new-rts-from-starcraft-2-vets-raised-over-dollar35-million-in-crowdfunding-and-investment-but-its-mixed-early-access-reviews-suggest-it-needs-a-bit-more-time-in-the-oven/