Alpha Testing Policy
Understanding your role as an alpha tester and what to expect
Last updated: November 30, 2025
What is Alpha Testing?
Alpha testing is the early development phase where core features are being implemented and tested by a limited group of users before public release. You are helping us build Equuinity from the ground up!
What's Working
- • Core horse breeding system
- • Basic training mechanics
- • Competition framework
- • Forum community
- • User accounts and facilities
Still in Development
- • AI-generated training reports
- • Horse marketplace
- • Advanced breeding features
- • Mobile optimization
- • Payment/subscription system
Your Role as an Alpha Tester
assignment What We Ask of You
- Test features thoroughly - Try different approaches and combinations
- Report bugs and issues - Help us identify problems before public release
- Provide feedback - Share your thoughts on gameplay balance and user experience
- Be patient - Understand that features may be incomplete or change
- Stay engaged - Regular participation helps us gather meaningful data
- Follow guidelines - Maintain a positive testing environment
volunteer_activism What We Provide
- Early access - Experience Equuinity before anyone else
- Direct influence - Your feedback shapes the final product
- Community recognition - Alpha tester badges and acknowledgment
- Responsive support - Direct communication with developers
- Grandfathered benefits - Special consideration for loyal testers
What to Expect During Alpha
warning Bugs and Issues
Expect to encounter bugs, incomplete features, and temporary workarounds. This is normal and expected.
- • Visual glitches or layout problems
- • Features that don't work as expected
- • Temporary error messages
- • Performance issues
autorenew Frequent Changes
Game mechanics, interfaces, and features may change rapidly based on testing feedback.
- • Balance adjustments to stats and competition
- • Interface redesigns and improvements
- • Feature additions and removals
- • Database changes requiring resets
schedule Irregular Updates
Development follows testing priorities rather than regular schedules.
- • Features may arrive earlier or later than expected
- • Some updates may require downtime
- • Priority changes based on critical issues
- • Community feedback influences development timeline
Your Data and Progress
backup Data Retention Policy
Our Commitment: We will make every effort to preserve your progress and data.
Potential Changes: Some data resets may be necessary for major system updates.
Advance Notice: We will provide at least 7 days notice before any planned data changes.
Compensation: If resets are required, we may provide in-game compensation.
What We Preserve
- • User accounts and login credentials
- • Subscription status and payment history
- • Community contributions (forum posts, etc.)
- • Achievement and participation records
How to Provide Feedback
Bug Reports
- • Use the in-game report system when available
- • Email hello@equuinity.com with screenshots
- • Include steps to reproduce the issue
- • Note your browser and device information
Feature Feedback
- • Share thoughts in community forums
- • Participate in developer polls and surveys
- • Direct message administrators with suggestions
- • Join community discussions about improvements
Transition to Public Release
When Alpha Ends
Alpha testing will conclude when core systems are stable and feature-complete. We'll transition to beta testing with a wider audience before public launch.
Alpha Tester Benefits
- • Exclusive alpha tester recognition and badges
- • Continued access during beta phase
- • Special consideration for future testing programs
- • Founder-level perks and acknowledgments
- • Priority support and community privileges
Questions About Alpha Testing
If you have questions about alpha testing, your role, or this policy:
Contact Us: Use our contact form
Email: hello@equuinity.com
Subject Line: "Alpha Testing Question"
Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours for alpha testing inquiries
Thank You for Alpha Testing!
Your participation as an alpha tester is invaluable to building Equuinity. Together, we're creating something special for the horse community.
This Alpha Testing Policy may be updated as development progresses. We will notify all alpha testers of any significant policy changes.