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Seekers of Skyveil devs have announced plans for the first quarter of 2025. The title has gained quite a following in the MMO community thanks to its promise of being the first-of-its-kind extraction shooter in a fantasy setting with MOBA-inspired mechanics. In their official blog on Steam, developers hinted that 2025 will be a massive year for their project.
This article will feature everything about the Seekers of Skyveil beta roadmap 2025.
What are the devs planning for Seekers of Skyveil in 2025
The first quarter of 2025 will be about preparing for the game's upcoming beta release. In their official announcement, developers have shared their plans for January, February, and March 2025:
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January: Ten-Day Playtest
Dates: January 10-19, servers active ~6 hours daily.
Focus:
- Stability improvements.
- Feedback on long-term gameplay experiences.
- Testing the placeholder high-tier map (Ancient Veil with CR minimum).
Key features:
- Iterations on extractor keys.
- Adjustments to the item system.
- Party Finder and UI/UX improvements.
- Enhanced power progression between maps.
- Testing all three maps simultaneously (Blooming Grove, Ancient Veil, Veteran’s Map).
- Exclusive rewards for participants.
Server region: North America only.
February: Steam Next Fest
Dates: February 24 to March 3.
Playtest setup: Servers online 24/7 for a week to stress-test infrastructure.
Primary goals:
- Ensure readiness for always-on gameplay.
- Confirm technical and server stability.
March: Open Beta/Early Access on Steam
Timeline: Within one month after Steam Next Fest concludes.
Server setup: North America, always on.
Significance:
- Enables continuous feedback loops.
- Focus on tuning and building long-term gameplay systems.
Feature highlights for Q1
Power progression improvements
- Clearer progression across Blooming Grove, Ancient Veil, and the Veteran’s Map.
- Adjustments to item systems for meaningful growth.
Veteran’s map placeholder
- Stronger creatures, higher loot rewards.
- CR minimum is required for entry.
- Planned diversity enhancements in future patches.
Base upgrades prototype
- Vendor upgrades via gold.
- Unlock special wares, discounts, and perks.
- Provides new progression pathways.
Matchmaking adjustments
- Teams must include three unique Seekers.
Seeker updates
- Final Models: Rhei’a and Rynn.
- New Seeker: Frog-themed (details pending).
Cosmetic system overhaul
- Mix-and-match customization for head, weapon, and body slots.
- Rotating roster of Seekers and cosmetics purchasable with in-game currency or paid currency (Auranite Essence).
Monetization strategy
Adventure passes:
- Seasonal with free and paid tracks.
- Rewards include crafting resources, Auranite Dust, cosmetics, and exclusive items.
Founder’s packs:
- Exclusive cosmetics, Seekers, starter gear packs, and Auranite Essence.
In-game purchases: Focused on cosmetics, Adventure Passes, and Seeker unlocks.
Post-March plans
Regular updates
- Cadence: Every three weeks.
Content:
- New Seekers.
- Gameplay features.
- Cosmetics and event passes.
Other than these, the Seekers of Skyveil devs will continue to rely on player feedback via Discord and surveys. They will also try to raise awareness by sharing updates through trailers and announcements.
