Playtest Schedule and Duration
The developers announced that the Loftia Closed Beta playtest will launch on April 22, 2026 at 2pm PDT. The developers noted that April 22 is fittingly Earth Day. The test runs for a duration of two weeks until May 6, 2026 at 2pm PDT. The developers expressed that reaching this milestone arrives after dedicating several years to building the world.
Gridfall District and Playtest Content
A teaser video provided an initial preview of Gridfall, a new district described as a concrete jungle rebuilt with scraps and love. In Gridfall, players can scale towering skyscrapers and explore secret underground tunnels with friends. Ahead of launch, the developers released an official trailer touring all three districts of Loftia. The trailer highlights Gridfall as a rustic city featuring a punk-inspired industrial aesthetic.
Access and System Evolution
All Kickstarter Alpha and Early Access backers receive full access to the Closed Beta. A Beta redemption page on the official website was scheduled to open by the end of March. There was no option to purchase or sign up for Beta keys at this time, but the team planned many Beta key giveaways alongside hundreds of Loftia content creators. A community giveaway post hosted on Steam received over 1,000 entries. The developers noted that the Beta is not the final version, with all systems and features planned for further updates based on feedback. The progress bar is a rough estimation of completion levels for Early Access. Features will continue to change and evolve in the future.
Sources
- Steam announcement “Loftia Closed Beta - Launching April 22nd!”, 2026-03-26
- Steam announcement “Closed Beta in 12 hours! Updates and letters from the team”, 2026-04-22