FIRESTARTERS release date, price and Early Access plan

FIRESTARTERS launched in Steam Early Access on 28 October 2026 for Windows at $9.99 USD. The launch build is Episode One. Studio Kerosene plans about four episodes before version 1.0 and estimates Early Access will last roughly 18 to 24 months, ending with the final story episode.

FIRESTARTERS screenshot: an empty tiered STEEL arena under bright lights.
Official Steam screenshot: an empty tiered STEEL arena under bright lights.
ItemDetails
Early Access start28 October 2026
Price at launch$9.99 USD, no discount listed on 2 November 2026
Current contentEpisode One: first part of Story Mode plus unlockable Arcade Mode
Planned episodesFour major content releases before 1.0 (may change)
Estimated Early Access lengthAbout 18 to 24 months
PlatformsWindows only; no Mac or Linux build listed

The developer says it chose Early Access as a self-funded studio so player feedback can shape the game, and that existing content will be updated between episodes. The price is a dated snapshot and may change with sales or later episodes.

FIRESTARTERS screenshot: a red-lit arena hall lined with screens.
Official Steam screenshot: a red-lit arena hall lined with screens.