There’s a lot to keep track of lately with Sylvan Tactics. If you’ve been following us, you might be wondering how close are we to release? Well, unfortunately that’s quite a ways off yet, but there’s still a lot to look forward to in the coming months.
Here’s a look at what we’re focused on next:
🧪 More Playtesting at Protospiel Online and Gen Con
We’ll be playtesting the game at Protospiel Online in May and at the First Exposure Playtest Hall at Gen Con in August. We loved participating in Protospiel Kansas City, and we can’t wait to see the cool stuff people have been working on for the virtual event. And of course GenCon will be the main event of the Summer. These events are critical for refining game balance and clarity, and we’re excited to hear what players think of the latest changes.
♟️ Tabletop Simulator Version Coming Soon
We’ve had a privately playable version of the game on Tabletopia for a while now, but we’re aiming to finish a Tabletop Simulator version by the end of May. This will also only be available to private playtesters (join our Discord to find out how to get involved with a playtest), but it will give us even more flexibility for testing mechanics, showcasing updates, and bringing the game to digital game nights. The free public versions probably won’t be available until closer to our eventual crowdfunding campaign.
🖼️ Halfway to a Full Deck of Art by September
Our incredible artist, Kalinina, has been cranking out 10 new illustrations each month. By September 2025, we’re on track to have 50% of the final card art completed. This will be a huge visual milestone that makes everything feel more real.
💻 Standalone Digital Alpha by October
Development is underway for a standalone digital version of Sylvan Tactics, and we’re targeting a playable alpha build by October. This early version will include core mechanics, animations, and hopefully a polished enough interface to get people excited for what’s to come. This will be a major pillar of our marketing push leading up to the crowdfunding campaign next year. We aim to make this the best way to experience the game other than in person with a friend. And it will be completely free!
All of these milestones help us test, polish, and promote Sylvan Tactics as we build towards launch. We have a long road ahead of us, but we are making significant progress every month. Lots to look forward to in 2025!