Advantage to buying in Early Access?

[kevida97]

Is there an advantage? I have read so many reviews on how the game is lacking that i'm hesitant i purchasing this game. Unless there is an advantage in buying now, then I am going to hold off. TIA for any feedback!

[Uthur]

2 main advantages to buying early access in most games:

1) Usually the early access game is cheaper to purchase than the full game since the devs are still working on it and by the time the game comes out of early access they might need to adjust the price due to inflation.

2) Buying in early access gives the devs money so that they can afford to make the game without having to go into debt or push for unrealistic launch dates.

The 2nd one is probably the most contentious because many people dislike purchasing something because of a promise that the game will be better later, but I don't mind when it comes to games that I feel have sufficient content already to warrant like 75% of the price. If you don't want to risk it, then feel free to wait and wishlist the game so that you can see if it reaches the price you are willing to pay.

[kevida97]

Originally posted by Uthur:

2 main advantages to buying early access in most games:

1) Usually the early access game is cheaper to purchase than the full game since the devs are still working on it and by the time the game comes out of early access they might need to adjust the price due to inflation.

2) Buying in early access gives the devs money so that they can afford to make the game without having to go into debt or push for unrealistic launch dates.

The 2nd one is probably the most contentious because many people dislike purchasing something because of a promise that the game will be better later, but I don't mind when it comes to games that I feel have sufficient content already to warrant like 75% of the price. If you don't want to risk it, then feel free to wait and wishlist the game so that you can see if it reaches the price you are willing to pay.

Thank you so much!

[Wowcom]

Baldur's Gate 3 was also priced at $20 when it was first released.
It received low reviews due to its lack of content.

[Caduryn]

I read that all DLCs or Expansions are free wile in EA, could mean that after EA you have to pay for those.

[Rob]

Other advantage is playing it and possibly help development of the game with sensible ideas

[kevida97]

I might just go ahead and get it