The city-builder reaches full release after 52 updates and months of development
April 6th marks a major milestone for Pompeii: The Legacy as the game officially exits Early Access and launches in its full 1.0 version on Steam.
To celebrate this milestone, Pompeii: The Legacy is currently available with a 25% discount on Steam.
The full release will also be available on GOG and Epic Games Store.
A Journey of Continuous Development
Since entering Early Access, Pompeii: The Legacy has received 52 updates and patches. For a solo-developed project, this level of post-launch iteration represents a significant achievement.
“As a solo developer, I’m genuinely satisfied with how much progress has been made during Early Access. Community feedback has played a crucial role in shaping the game.”
What’s Included in the 1.0 Release
During Early Access, development focused on delivering a robust foundation for the full experience:
- The majority of planned buildings have been implemented, only one remaining building is still in production
- Major UI panels and management systems completed
- Performance optimizations across large cities
- Trade, economy, and progression balancing
- Visual polish and LOD improvements
- Ambient details and environmental effects
With the full release approaching, the remaining work includes:
- Finalizing a combat-related panel
- Completing combat mechanics
- Polishing and testing the storyline
The narrative content is largely complete and currently undergoing thorough testing and refinement.
Post-Release Roadmap
Some features will not be present at the 1.0 launch, but are planned shortly after release: Controller Support, Modding / Steam Workshop Integration, and Steam Deck Optimization. These systems are already scheduled for post-launch updates.
About Pompeii: The Legacy
Pompeii: The Legacy is a historical city-building strategy game where players guide the growth, governance, and survival of an ancient Roman city across generations.
