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Hey,

So, just to clarify — not giving the game away for free doesn’t make it a scam.

Creating a game requires funding for many essential elements: artists, animators, voice actors, sound designers, additional dev support when needed, and environmental assets, among others. The money isn’t just about paying for time — it’s about building a full experience, and every part of that has a cost.

Even if the core mechanics and parts of the environment are already done, that doesn’t mean the game is “finished.” Game development isn’t as simple as making Level 1, Level 2, and so on. First, we build systems. Then, we create content. And finally, we polish everything — that last step is what makes a game truly shine.

As for why there's no free alpha: because it’s not just about having functional data or code — it’s about presenting an experience that feels complete, visually and emotionally. Without finalized animations, VFX, and attention to detail, even a working game isn’t enjoyable or representative of its final quality.

Yes, visuals and polish are often the most expensive phase and the most overestimated. But they are also what makes a game appealing beyond the dev community.

Thanks for your understanding.