Stonewards Early Access Release Date & Roadmap
Stonewards launched in Steam Early Access on August 11, 2026. Learn the EA price, discount end date, expected duration, and developer roadmap.
Last verified: September 24, 2026 — Game version: Stonewards Early Access 0.2.2 hotfix on top of 0.2.0 “Later Summer” (current). Facts come from official Steam sources and verified player reports.
Stonewards launched in Steam Early Access on August 11, 2026. The base price is $9.99 USD, with a 10% launch discount to $8.99 that runs until August 25, 2026. Developer Banana Tiger Studio has said Early Access will last roughly 9 to 12 months, with regular updates adding maps, enemies, bosses, characters, and more complex upgrade systems.
Release Date and Price
| Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Release date | August 11, 2026 |
| Platform | Steam (Windows) |
| Base price | $9.99 USD |
| Launch discount | 10% off ($8.99 USD) |
| Discount ends | August 25, 2026 |
| Early Access length | Estimated 9–12 months |
What Was in the Launch Build?
The Early Access launch included the full core loop: solo and 1-4 player online co-op, procedural mining, forge upgrades, multiple missions, and the hub area. The developer announced before launch that the demo was taken offline on July 11 because it no longer matched the quality and content of the Early Access build.
Post-Launch Hotfixes
Banana Tiger Studio has shipped hotfixes and one major update since launch. The timeline below shows the major patches as of September 24, 2026:
| Patch | Key changes |
|---|---|
| Hotfix 0.1.5 | Blacksmith max level raised to 999; lore pages added; hub mission-progression bug fixed |
| Hotfix 0.1.4 | Optional low-resolution effect toggle; ring and tome descriptions added; balance tweaks |
| Hotfix 0.1.3 | Host-only progression fixed; map and character unlocks shared in multiplayer; mission tracking fixed |
| Hotfix 0.2.2 | Gold multiplier capped at 200x; rejoin restores Ring Rerolls/Skips, team tome bonuses, bonus Max Health and Run Score; companion and Artificer bomb fixes |
| Hotfix 0.2.1 | Gold upgrades made multiplicative, Gold Ring to +8% per upgrade, Precious Treasures reworked, Forge Boost lowered; multiplayer desync and input-lock fixes |
| Version 0.2.0 “Later Summer” | First major roadmap update: Mercenaries, Daily Quests, mid-run reconnection, joining sessions in progress, input remapping, new weapons and rings, stat-scaling rework |
| Hotfix 0.1.8 | Multiplayer pause between waves, enemy anti-stall measure, expanded local save backups, bomb and collision fixes |
| Hotfix 0.1.7 | Playable crossbows, digging Gold rebalance, ring rebalances, 60-second upgrade auto-select, Dungeon collision rework |
| Hotfix 0.1.6 | Character screen shows unlock missions, non-linear Endless scaling, Archer damage reduced |
| EA launch (0.1.x) | August 11, 2026 — core loop live |
What Is on the Roadmap?
The developer has committed to expanding Stonewards throughout Early Access. Planned additions include new maps, new enemy types, bosses, playable characters, and deeper upgrade systems. The exact order and timing of these features has not been announced, but the roadmap points to regular content drops alongside bug fixes.
Will Progress Reset?
There has been no announcement of a wipe. Early Access games sometimes reset progress after major milestones, but Banana Tiger Studio has not confirmed one. If you are investing time in unlocks, treat progress as stable unless the developer says otherwise.
How to Stay Updated
The fastest way to track patches is the official Steam announcements hub. We update this page when each new hotfix drops, so you can bookmark it alongside our beginner guide and best upgrades pages.
From Community Gameplay
Community footage from the current build gives a quick read on the EA state:
- The build is surprisingly stable. “For an early access game, I’ve had very few bugs. I’ve fallen through the map once or twice, but otherwise it’s surprisingly stable” (community review, 03:18).
- Patch changes are visible in-game. Players confirmed the Blacksmith max level cap is really 999 in the upgrade UI (“its maximum level was increased from 101 all the way to 999”) (community review, 03:52).
- Content depth is the wait-and-see item. Reviewers expect more maps and systems over the 9–12 month window, while noting the launch loop is already solid (community review, 03:37; 04:24).
Sources
- The Boys are Dwarves (community gameplay): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-XuIMMYeW8
- Official Steam store page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4502710/
- Official Steam announcements hub: https://steamcommunity.com/games/4502710/announcements/
- Steam Community discussions: https://steamcommunity.com/app/4502710/discussions/
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