Development Roadmap

Welcome behind the scenes of Cryoborn

Convergence.

The game has reached an important milestone

the MVP (Minimum Viable Product) phase , hence its presence on Steam! It is now fully playable internally, without bugs, with 1 playable class, 1 map, 1 boss.

This solid foundation will serve as the base for all upcoming content.

But you might ask, what exactly is Cryoborn: Convergence?

Cryoborn: Convergence is an action roguelite where the cold spreads across the terrain, threatening you, while also opening passages or closing some, making each run unique.

The game combines:

• Fast-paced and readable combat, inspired by modern survivor-likes (Vampire Survivors, Soulstone Survivors, Megabonk, Risk of Rain).

• Progression between runs via an account upgrade system and unlocking new content through in-game achievements.

• Dynamic difficulty, where the cold and enemies progressively become more dangerous. You will need to find a pillar to leave the area and face the zone’s final boss.

Development Roadmap

November 2025

• Launch of official channels: YouTube, TikTok, Discord, and Newsletter.

• Beginning of regular communication about the project’s progress, considering short videos or vlog-style content — let me know your preference.

December 2025

• Production begins for two new classes:

  • Paladin, with divine and physical abilities

  • Agile Warrior, using shadows, daggers, and thrown weapons

• Work starts on gameplay diversity between the classes.

End of January 2026

• Preview keys sent to multiple content creators; the game will start appearing on YouTube and Twitch.

• Steam page update with a new trailer better representing the gameplay and tone of the game.

February 2026 — Public Demo

• Release of the first playable demo, including:

  • 1 playable class, the Mage, with many magical abilities

  • 1 complete map

  • 1 boss

  • Multiple difficulty levels

• Objective: showcase the full experience of one class in a unique environment, collect feedback, and improve the game fully in preparation for its official release.

June 2026 — Steam Next Fest

• For this occasion, the demo will be updated to reflect recent development progress.

• Many improvements will enhance the experience compared to the current demo:

  • Elite enemies with new abilities

  • New secondary bosses

  • Achievements

  • New unlockable content through gameplay

  • Possible account upgrades, while still allowing play without modifiers

• Adjustment of pacing, difficulty, and visual feedback for abilities

• Multiple small quality-of-life additions to make the demo smoother, clearer, and more representative of the final game

• To consider whether to include a second class or a new map for this occasion.

July 2026 — Official Release

• The game will not have Early Access; Vampire Survivor-likes are already a known genre, and 3D games like Megabonk and Risk of Rain already provide safe enough maps to reduce testing, allowing for a version close to the final one at launch.

This version will include:

Playable Content

• 4 playable classes, each with unique mechanics and builds:

  • Mage – abilities with incantations, burns, spirit summoning, teleportation

  • Paladin – use of light and accumulation of upgrades

  • Ranger – use of shadows to create clones and high movement speed

  • Druid – special upgrade: communion with the forest, allowing multiple gameplay types, plus shapeshifting

• Each class will offer 2–3 distinct playstyles, plus about 8–10 shared playstyles with minor modifications depending on the class.

Maps and Progression

• 3 main biomes, each with its atmosphere, enemies, and unique bosses:

  • Desolate Prairie (included in the demo)

  • Enchanted Mountains

  • Floating Fortress

• AddedAccount progression systemunlocking new abilities, new traits, and bonuses between runs

Post-launch

• Regular balancing based on community feedback

• Potential addition of alternative modes or special events depending on reception

• Performance monitoring and quick bug fixes