This is the full text of Insel Games's 28/11/2016 press release.

Malta, 28.11.2016: After three successful technical tests Publisher InselGames is pleased to announce that Runewaker’s Hack’N’Slash MMO Guardians of Ember will launch on the 13th of December via Steam Early Access - including the much-wanted Hardcore mode!

Brace yourself, monsters of Olyndale!
On December 13th, InselGames and Runewaker Entertainment - the development team behind the Hit-MMOs Runes of Magic and Dragon’s Prophet - will unleash their most powerful guardians! Guardians of Ember brings together the action packed gameplay of Hack’n’Slash Games and the full feature-set of MMORPGs from dungeon raiding, PvP, housing and crafting to the fan-favorite Dual Class System. Thanks to the support of the community, the second IndieGoGo stretch goal has been reached which paves the way for a one-off hardcore mode, which will be the centerpiece of the upcoming launch event.

Guardians of Ember will be available on the 13th of Dezember via Steam Early Access in three different versions. Besides the Mortal Edition (19,99 USD) and the ultimate Immortal Edition (49,99 USD) will be available offering exclusive content for all hack and slash fans.

Features:
- dual class system: choose a second class after reaching level fifteen
- nearly unlimited character optimization: a total of four races, six classes, 300 active and seventy-two passive skills
- extended PvE action: randomized dungeons with individual difficulty settings
- deep crafting and enchanting systems: design your perfect equipment
- housing system: decorate your own home with hundreds of interior items and hire house sprites for - bonuses
- engaging questline with over hundreds of missions plus daily missions
- various PVP options: fight in 1vs1, 3vs3, 5vs5 - ranked and unranked matches