It's quite amusing that this game has been in alpha for such a long time. I managed to snag it at a fantastic price, and I have to say, I genuinely had a great time playing it. The fact that it's still receiving updates and has an active player base is quite reassuring. I've had the pleasure of playing it both with friends and on my own, and it's definitely much more enjoyable with friends. If you're hesitant about getting it, I'd highly recommend giving it a try, especially if there's a sale going on.