In a new video, the CEO of Novaquark, the company behind Dual Universe, talks about the future of the game. He also provides a roadmap for the upcoming years. It addresses the important questions: When does the Alpha of Dual Universe start, when does the Beta begin, and when is the release?
Alpha 1 still in 2018, Release 2020: Dual Universe has published a new roadmap that outlines the next steps leading up to the planned release in 2020. According to this, Alpha 1 is scheduled for November 2018, for which all Kickstarter supporters will be invited.
Dual Universe Roadmap – the Path to Release 2020
The Pre-Alpha of Dual Universe has already been successful. The upcoming Alpha 1 was originally supposed to be open only to supporters who invested at least 120€ in Dual Universe. According to CEO Jean-Christophe Baillie, it will now be open to all supporters. The roadmap reveals more points on the way to the goal.
Alpha 1 – First Contact, Release November 2018
In the first Alpha, the game will still be in an unfinished state. Dual Universe has therefore decided to continue maintaining the NDA (Non Disclosure Agreement). Therefore, no content may be streamed or shown. This is to avoid disturbing expectations for the game. Testing will include:
- World Building: You can terraform the world and create your own secret base.
- Designs: Buildings and vehicles you have built with voxels can be saved as templates.
- Explore and collect: Explore the world and gather valuable minerals that you can trade for components for your projects.
- Crafting: Create interactive components that you need for bases and ships.
Alpha 2 – Dual Evolution, Release 1st Half 2019
The second part of the Alpha is currently also accessible to supporters. The NDA continues to apply. Start is in the first half of 2019, there is no exact date yet.
- Production and Industry: Become an industrial mogul by building factories for mass production of vehicles. Use them for yourself, your friends, or sell them on the market.
- Markets: In the second Alpha of Dual Universe, you can open your own markets and trading centers to build entire trading empires.
- Character Progression: With a comprehensive skill system, you can develop your character according to your preferences.
Alpha 3 – Alliances Shattered, Release 2nd Half 2019
The third Alpha is the last Alpha test for Dual Universe, after which it will enter Beta. The NDA likely still applies here as well, and an exact start date is not known yet.
- PvP: Arm yourselves to compete with other players.
- Ship Battles: Your ships can fight and defend themselves in battle.
- Socializing: Join together in groups with your friends for easier collaboration.
Beta – Empires Expand, Release 1st Half 2020
According to CEO Jean-Christophe Baillie, the NDA applies to the Alpha – whether you will be allowed to show images and streams during the Beta is still uncertain, but it is possible. Who may participate is unfortunately not yet known, but certainly all supporters and possibly newly invited players.
- Player Nations: You can band together into entire nations under a banner – each fulfills its role.
- Territorial Wars: Claim lands for yourselves and defend them against invaders.
- Mission System: You can create tasks for other players to help you build your empire.
- Galaxy: Discover and explore new star systems.
Release – Awakening, 2nd Half 2020
The official release of Dual Universe is currently scheduled for mid-to-late 2020. Until then, development will continue, and even at the release, the developers will still take care of the game:
- Polishing: The game world will be continuously improved, polished, and balanced.
- Character Customizations: Change your appearance to match your identity.
- Pets: Make friends with new companions that accompany you on your adventures.
