# #[Ep557] Are Steam demos the new Early Access?

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Podcast: [Game Dev Podcast | Coffee with Butterscotch](https://stenobird.com/podcast/game-dev-podcast-coffee-with-butterscotch-46606)
Published: 2026-01-28T14:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://share.transistor.fm/s/0771fa83
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## Resource

In episode 557 of 'Coffee with Butterscotch,' the brothers share updates on How Many Dudes, touching on the demo’s strong performance, upcoming localization, and ongoing community management. They dig into the feedback they’re getting, how it shapes balance and feature decisions, and what they’re preparing for as Steam Next Fest approaches. The focus is on understanding what players are asking for and charting the path toward a solid full launch. Support How Many Dudes! Official Website: https://www.bscotch.net/games/how-many-dudes Trailer Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IgQM1SceEpI Steam Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3934270/How_Many_Dudes 00:00 Cold Open 00:38 Introduction and Welcome 02:04 Demo Performance and Player Engagement 04:52 Localization and Language Expansion 08:37 Upcoming Features and Game Modes 12:00 Promotional Strategies and Events 15:43 Looking Ahead: Next Fest and Future Plans 17:48 The Power of Demos in Game Promotion 19:31 Balancing Game Mechanics and Player Experience 24:24 Navigating Player Feedback and Expectations 27:49 Understanding Player Perspectives and Feedback 31:38 The Challenge of Expertise in Game Development 36:30 Managing Community Reactions and Expectations 37:44 Navigating Player Emotions in Game Development 40:28 Building a Positive Community Culture 42:19 Managing Feedback and Expectations 45:56 The Evolution of Early Access and Player Interaction 49:49 The Ongoing Conversation Between Developers and Players To stay up to date with all of our buttery goodness subscribe to the podcast on Apple podcasts (apple.co/1LxNEnk) or wherever you get your audio goodness. If you want to get more involved in the Butterscotch community, hop into our DISCORD server at discord.gg/bscotch and say hello! Submit questions at…

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