Ashes of Creation players are trying to get their money back: Steam is approving refunds for some, but earlier backers have no chance.

Ashes of Creation Players Attempt to Get Refunds: Steam Approves Some Returns, But Earlier Backers Have No Chance

Early Access Equals Release

The future of the MMORPG Ashes of Creation has been thrown into doubt following reports of the apparent collapse of the developer Intrepid Studios. Company director Steven Sharif announced this on Discord, casting uncertainty over the fate of the project, which entered Early Access just a month ago.

This has triggered a wave of refund requests. Some players on Reddit report successful responses from Steam, even exceeding the standard two-hour playtime limit. For those who supported the project on Kickstarter, the situation is less clear, as refund terms depend on the interpretation of the concept of "launch." This, in turn, once again confirms the formula "Early Access equals release," although many players still don't understand this and believe in miracles.

Studio employees indirectly confirm the problems by updating their LinkedIn profiles in search of new jobs. While there is no official statement about the project's closure, players remain in limbo between hope for the game's salvation and the possibility of getting their money back.