Exciting news for RTS fans: the Sanctuary: Shattered Sun demo is scheduled to launch early next year alongside our Kickstarter campaign! This free demo offers a first-hand experience of the innovative gameplay we’ve been building—a modern RTS inspired by classics like Total Annihilation and Supreme Commander, but with fresh mechanics and a style all its own.
What’s in the Demo?
The demo is designed to give you a solid taste of what makes Sanctuary: Shattered Sun unique. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Single-Player Scenarios: Experience the core gameplay, including base-building, resource management, and commanding massive armies across expansive battlefields.
- Dynamic Mechanics: Try out earth-shattering superweapons and strategic weather control. Freeze oceans, reshape terrain, and change the battlefield itself to gain the upper hand.
- Faction Diversity: Play as the EDA, Chosen, or Guard—each with unique units, abilities, and playstyles that bring depth and variety to every encounter.
While the full game will expand on this with features like multiplayer, a full campaign, naval units, and more, the demo is your chance to get an early look and help shape the future of Sanctuary: Shattered Sun.
Wishlist on Steam
We need your support to help Sanctuary gain visibility and grow its community. Wishlisting the game on Steam is an easy way to stay updated on playtests, demo releases, and all the latest news. You can wishlist the game here: [Steam Page Link].
Want Early Access?
For those eager to dive in before the demo, Tiers 4 and 5 of our Patreon grant access to the pre-alpha build. Keep in mind, as mentioned in a recent Q&A, this early access is for those who want to support development rather than play a finished product. The Kickstarter campaign will offer the best value when it launches alongside the demo.
A Major Milestone is Coming
With the demo and Kickstarter launching together, early next year marks a major step forward for Sanctuary: Shattered Sun. We’re excited to share this journey with you and to continue building an incredible community of RTS enthusiasts. Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for your support!
Well, now, ‘next year’ is officially here – I bet you hate hearing this question, but – when? Like, is there a confirmed release date for the demo yet?