What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access? “I'm looking to obtain feedback for the game and it's various modes. I want to involve the community who were fans of the original release and newcomers alike to give feedback and outside opinions to aid with the game's development over time. For the new content I would like to gather data and opinions from players of what sounds interesting to them, listen and choose selectively from some of their feedback, watch through recorded videos they make, and to ask questions directly to them for feedback. I think through people playing through the game through its development will make it an overall better game helped shaped up by the community.” Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access? “The game will be in Early Access for somewhere between 6-14 months.” How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version? “The final game aims to have eight game modes (five more than are available at launch), the complete Close Your Eyes remake, and the explorable hub area ('The Annex') within the game will be fleshed out based on the feedback from players. A number of bonuses and secrets also are planned to be implemented.” What is the current state of the Early Access version? “Out of the eight planned modes, three are available. "Girl's Graveyard" is content complete, an unlockable mode known as "Close Your Eyes: The Twisted Puzzle" is completed, while the "Close Your Eyes" remake mode is playable for the first hour or so, up until you reach the Judith Manor section currently. The Annex (the hub area) is closed off, as well as the other game modes aren't available yet.” Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access? “The game price will raise bit by bit during development, then one final time when it gets closer to the full release. I will announce on the store page and discussion boards a few days ahead of time before this happens.” How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process? “I want the community's general opinions, appreciate those who record video to watch and analyze player behavoir and experience, and will be directly asking questions and releasing updates to gather feedback during active development.”