The development reset after the demo
The July 3 developer post explains why the demo stopped representing the game and outlines changes to guidance, progression, placement and presentation.
A historical dividing line
Use this announcement to explain why an old walkthrough differs from newer material. It does not prove that every announced redesign is complete or unchanged in Early Access.
Keep the source chain
The July post is followed by tutorial and Journey spotlights, then a September test hotfix. That sequence matters: a later build-specific change can replace an earlier stated plan.
Sources & verification
Checked 2026-09-16 02:30:40.000 UTC. Publication dates and build scope are kept separately.
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