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: August 18, 2026 — Game version: Stonewards Early Access Hotfix 0.1.5. 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 several hotfixes since launch. The timeline below shows the major patches as of mid-August 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 |
| 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.
Sources
- 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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