The Alters will no longer be hitting us all in Q1 of this year as The Alters is saddled with yet another delay for launch
The wait for The Alters… continues as the game has been hit with yet another delay and pushing the launch further away from the Q1 2025 window that was recently set down. That does mean more wait for us but with the extra time, 11 Bit Studios should be able to get it working to a level we will all love and have little to complain about. Maybe even add in more variations for the various Alters in the story of it all so we have much more to experience on the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC when the game does eventually launch out there fully. Currently with a “later this year” window placed on it. So, sorry that there is not a better timeline to share for this new delay.
The reason for The Alters getting delayed a bit more is rather murky. No real explanation was given for it and all we have is a cheeky in-world letter explaining things slightly. I sounded like it was “almost ready” but there were most likely bugs and glitches that were not going to be able to be fixed in the next few months so more time is needed. As with most delays, I know I am not heartbroken by The Alters needing more time, and hope that it will allow for the team to take the care needed to give us a fully functional title at the end of it all. Until then, here is a look at the announcement and a reminder about that demo that hit Steam a while ago too.
Dear Mr. Dolski,
First and foremost, we would like to express our sincere appreciation for your persistent enthusiasm and unwavering dedication to Project Dolly — as reflected in the multitude of messages you have diligently sent to our offices in recent months. Your keen interest in the mission timeline has not gone unnoticed.
Following a comprehensive assessment of Project Dolly, we regret to inform you that your scheduled departure has been delayed beyond Q1 2025, with a revised launch window set for later in the year.
While we recognize that this may not be the update you were hoping for, this additional time is being dedicated to further refining mission parameters and ensuring that all essential systems meet Ally Corp’s uncompromising standards. Furthermore, it is also allowing us to integrate new enhancements into Project Dolly, ensuring that your eventual deployment is more exciting and rewarding than originally projected.
As you know, “almost ready” is not part of Ally Corp’s vocabulary. This additional time will allow us to ensure that every aspect of Project Dolly operates at peak efficiency, leading to an outcome that benefits both the organization and, of course, yourself.
Your commitment to Project Dolly does not go unnoticed, and we look forward to providing you with a confirmed departure date in due course.
Ally Corp Communications
“Always your Ally”
The Alters — Demo
What do you think the bigger reason for this delay is and will it possibly add in more Alters to the story? Would you rather have a clear message for why the game has been delayed or do you like having these in-world letters to try to obfuscate the true reasons for it all? When do you suspect we will see the final build of the game out there and will it truly be before the end of the year? Head on down to the comment section to discuss all of that and everything else for the game out there. We will share what we can for The Alters going forward. We just hope that there is truly something more to share than just future delays for this project.