Beta access only 1 week before Early Access release, way different from "immediate" beta access. Don't think this will be too attractive to most people. The KS already collected a lot of money though!
Are you sure about that? There are two different rewards: there is "Preview Week" and "2024 Beta: Wave 1". With the later one sounding like it will be earlier than 1 week before early access.
Edit: from their Kickstarter:
DISCLAIMER: Recipients of the “Preview Week” reward will gain access to the beta playtest approximately one week prior to Early Access launch. Recipients of the "2024 Beta: Wave 1" reward are expected to gain access to the beta playtest in February 2024.
Stormgate is an upcoming free-to-play real-time strategy game developed by Frost Giant Studios. Founded by veterans of the Warcraft and StarCraft franchises, Frost Giant is on a mission to build the next great RTS. To learn more about the game and sign up for the beta, visit playstormgate.com.