Review before November 16, 2026
14-point readiness self-audit Checking every box does not guarantee Steam eligibility, game quality or featuring. The list is independent advice for developer preparation.
0 / 14 tasks checked
1. Confirm the core battles actually run automatically, rather than requiring every attack to be manually triggered.2. Verify the game has RPG growth through upgrades, experience, gear or another character improvement system.3. Read the current Steamworks themed-fest eligibility rules and confirm your game is invited or can register.4. Open and proofread the live Steam store description and supported languages.5. Show an actual automatic battle in screenshots or trailer, not only menu screenshots.6. Make the first meaningful character or unit upgrade understandable within a short session.7. Check that tutorial messages match keyboard, mouse and controller prompts where supported.8. Test unit role clarity (tank, damage, control, healing/support) without requiring an external wiki.9. Test party composition, lane collisions, attack targeting and enemy AI in the real game build.10. Show win/loss, rewards, and progression feedback clearly after a round.11. Check demo installation, launch, save data and uninstall/reinstall behavior where applicable.12. Verify licensing and performance of all third-party 3D assets and effects in the target platform.13. Check Steamworks participation and discount deadlines; do not invent a discount requirement.14. Prepare one human-friendly feedback channel and track reported demo crashes or blockers.Clear this device checklist Local-only progress; never sent to Steam or NC.
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