A. Development actually kicked off with CFK around the same time as 'Astonishia Story'. It's been a little over two years now. We showcased 'Astonishia Story' first back then, and 'Forgotten Saga' required a bit more time to reach the desired level of quality.

A. While I can't give an exact number, the team operates dynamically based on project needs. We started with about 10 to 15 people during the initial setup and have maintained a similar scale throughout development.

A. The process itself is indeed a 'remake' built from scratch. However, rather than a radical reinterpretation, it's closer to how 'Hwanse Chohojeon' was remade – we've restored existing assets, meticulously rebuilt everything while preserving the original's essence. It's more accurately described as a 'Restoration-type Remake' rather than the typical remake outcome people might expect.

A. User convenience has definitely been improved. For instance, we've added features like a quest log. However, we're striving to avoid drastic changes that would break the original's framework. While the specifics of convenience improvements and details would be best explained by the development team directly, we're proceeding in a way that preserves the original's flavour.

A. Unfortunately, this remake does not include content enhancements that expand the volume. We are essentially adhering to the original's scope.

This is an area where CEO Lee Won-sul, the original creator, was directly involved in the review process, providing significant input and commentary. However, due to various practical constraints, our primary focus has been on eradicating the bugs that plagued the original, ensuring a smooth play experience, rather than expanding the volume. We're addressing all quests and errors that were previously unplayable due to bugs.

A. We haven't made any new internal decisions regarding that. Completely redesigning the somewhat flimsy settings and underdeveloped aspects from that era would be too extensive. Therefore, we're focusing solely on faithfully restoring the game itself, without unnecessarily tampering with past lore.

A. We're keeping all possibilities open. While I can't say the chance of new stories or future developments is zero, it's currently just at the idea stage with ongoing discussions; nothing concrete has been decided.

A. We believe the 'nostalgia and memories' that appeal to existing fans are the priority.

A. We spent a lot of time considering that aspect from the project's inception. There was a consensus that parts which were excessively unreasonable or unbalanced even by the standards of the time needed to be improved. We're adjusting unfair elements through balancing to prevent players from feeling bewildered.

A. We plan to support both the minimap and the speed-up system. The minimap is already somewhat implemented in the current PlayX4 demo build. The speed-up feature is temporarily absent during development, but given the strong demand from players during the 'Astonishia Story' remake, it's a crucial feature that will definitely be included in the final version.

A. Mouse support is not included. The game's mechanics aren't designed for mouse input, so it relies on keyboard mapping. However, we recognize the inconvenience of the original's NumPad-based diagonal movement and have modified the current demo build to allow menu rolling using directional key combinations. We intend to refine this further based on this demo and user feedback.

A. I haven't confirmed the specifics on that yet. However, the overall development direction is to definitely improve areas where user guides or UI explanations were lacking. We're planning an FGT for fan cafes and QA groups around August of this year, and we'll be incorporating feedback from upcoming user meetups to establish detailed guide specifics.

A. In this remake, all elements that could cause copyright issues have been removed or replaced. These were parts that were consumed as parodies without clear licensing agreements in the past, so we've conducted a thorough investigation to ensure legal compliance.

For instance, minor NPCs are being repurposed as independent characters or replaced entirely. The specifics of changes to core characters like 'Q', or the introduction of new official collaborations, will be finalized during the final pre-release checks. As for 'Hobbits', given their established presence as a generic fantasy race, we're carefully examining whether they fall under copyright guidelines.

A. Our priority has been modifying dialogue text to purify and refine lines that are offensive by today's standards regarding gender issues or social sensitivities, rather than altering the comedic elements themselves. The extent to which era-specific humor like 'Honest Refrigerator' has been adjusted will need further confirmation from the development team.

A. Yes, he does. Just like in the 'Astonishia Story' remake, he's included here. Additionally, '-Man' also appears, adding touches that preserve the original's feel. For your information, this demo build is a full client version starting from party creation, not just an excerpt.

A. We are consulting directly with the original creator, Lee Won-sul, to decide which version to base these elements on. While he's not directly involved in coding, he provides clear direction as the original author, suggesting, "How about we change this part like so?" and actively shaping the direction. As many details are still undecided, we're open to receiving a lot of input.

A. (Laughs) While a few hours' delay as an event-based homage could be a fun anecdote, a real delay could lead to backlash from fans saying, 'It's finally out after 30 years, and it's delayed again!', so we're being cautious.

Our internal target is to complete development within this year. Although the release date question will likely come up at the user meetup this weekend, even if development concludes this year, the actual launch might be around the first half of next year due to physical package production and review processes. We're aiming for a simultaneous release on Nintendo Switch and PC (Steam).

A. This is the first time we're unveiling and offering a playable build at this expo. We're also collecting impressions and feedback on the game here, so we'd be grateful if many of you would come, play, and leave your valuable opinions. The feedback we receive will be actively incorporated into refining the game before its release.

We are well aware of the disappointment some users experienced with bugs and option issues early in the 'Astonishia Story' remake. We've learned a great deal from subsequent patches and improvements, and with 'Forgotten Saga', we aim to gather as much feedback as possible before launch to deliver a smooth and polished experience from day one.

Furthermore, we apologize for the inconvenience caused by not releasing 'Astonishia Story' on Steam previously. This time, we're targeting a simultaneous launch on Switch and Steam, so you can enjoy it on a familiar platform right from the start.