All articles tagged with #closed beta
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Gematsu
Riot Games announced that Blitzcrank, the Great Steam Golem, will be a playable champion in the upcoming League of Legends-based fighting game 2XKO, which will be available on PS5, Xbox Series, and PC in 2025, with a closed beta starting September 9.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by VG247
MiHoYo announced Honkai: Nexus Anima, a creature-collecting adventure game inspired by Pokemon, with a closed beta registration open until September 12 for PC and iOS users, featuring a world where concepts like Love and Hate are scattered as creatures called Anima.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Gematsu
Riot Games announced that Vi will be a playable character in the upcoming free-to-play tag fighting game 2XKO, with a closed beta starting on September 9 for PC, and plans to keep the game online post-launch. The game is set to release for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC in 2025.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by EventHubs
Vi, a new champion inspired by the League of Legends series Arcane, has been revealed for 2XKO, featuring a brawler style with quick dashes and powerful punches. The game will have a closed global beta starting September 9, 2025, offering players a chance to experience her aggressive playstyle.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBM (Comic Book Movie)
NetEase has announced a Closed Beta Test for its free-to-play team-based shooter Marvel Rivals, set to run from July 23rd to August 5th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC in North America, Europe, and Asia. The game will also have a significant presence at San Diego Comic-Con 2024, featuring panels, a special presentation, and a community livestream. The Beta will include new characters like Venom and Adam Warlock, and participants can earn exclusive rewards.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Gematsu
Tencent Games subsidiary MoreFun Studios has announced Arena Breakout: Infinite, a multiplayer first-person shooter for PC, with a closed beta test planned for early May. The game promises unparalleled firearm customization, warfare realism, and intense combat arenas, set in the war-torn Kamona region. With over 500 weapon accessories, stim packs, and battlefield med kits, the game aims to deliver a visually stunning and immersive first-person shooter experience, free of issues like cheating and poor servers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by FandomWire
Sea of Thieves' closed beta on PlayStation 5 is a major success, hinting at strong sales for the game's upcoming release on the platform. This follows the disappointment of Ubisoft's Skull and Bones, making Sea of Thieves the second significant pirate game to launch on PS5 this year. With the game's unique pirate-crew experience and engaging mechanics, the high volume of players in the beta suggests a promising future for the game on the new platform, despite initial Xbox exclusivity.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by PCGamesN
Amazon Games and NCSoft's upcoming MMORPG, Throne and Liberty, has launched its closed beta, garnering feedback from players. Impressions highlight the game's impressive visual fidelity and solid technical performance, but raise concerns about the combat, character gear, and potential microtransactions. The beta ends on April 17, with more insights expected as the trial period continues.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Kotaku
HoYoverse's upcoming game Zenless Zone Zero is holding a closed beta, allowing fans to get a taste of the urban fantasy game with a roguelite gameplay loop and gacha mechanics. Players can sign up until March 23 for a chance to participate, with the game expected to release in 2024. The latest beta introduces a new character and faction, offering a glimpse into the game ahead of its official launch.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Push Square
HoYoverse's upcoming urban gacha game Zenless Zone Zero is set to have its third closed beta test, but it won't be available on PS5. The beta will feature crucial enhancements including improved combat and exploration systems, a new character, faction, Bangboo mechanics, and the Shiyu Defense combat challenge. The upgraded HDD system will allow more efficient exploration of the Hollows. While the beta is open for PC and mobile, there's no word on when or if PS5 owners will get access, leaving the possibility of a delayed console launch.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
Frostpunk 2 is set to release on July 25, 2024, with the Digital Deluxe Edition offering early access and closed beta participation in April. The sequel aims to expand on the original's success by introducing new factions and a more flexible sandbox mode, while maintaining its focus on societal struggles and ethical decision-making. Console players can expect a later release, with the game confirmed for Xbox Game Pass.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Nintendo Life
Bandai Namco announced Gundam Breaker 4 for Nintendo Switch and other platforms, set to release in 2024, featuring customizable Gundam creations and combat missions. A closed beta will be held next month, with a visual lobby for up to 24 players and online multiplayer mode for three units. The game offers over 250 base kits for personalization and a Diorama Mode for displaying creations.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Gamesradar
After five years in Early Access, the popular factory building game Satisfactory is set to release its 1.0 version in 2024, marking the end of updates in Early Access. The update will include new content, fixes for long-standing issues, and a narrative conclusion. Development will now focus solely on the 1.0 version, with limited patches leading up to launch and a closed beta for players to preview the new content.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Rock Paper Shotgun
After five years in early access, Satisfactory is set to launch into version 1.0 later this year, with the final update 8 released and a closed beta preceding the full launch. The game's 1.0 release will introduce a new story element and additional features, and Coffee Stain Studios has promised continued development beyond the official release.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Siliconera
Zenless Zone Zero, a new gacha game set in the world of New Eridu, offers a refreshing departure from the typical gacha game formula. The game features a unique story and presentation style, with voice lines for dialog options and a vomic-style storytelling format. The characters are quirky and fun, and the combat system is reminiscent of Honkai Impact 3rd. Unlike other gacha games, Zenless Zone Zero does not require constant character pulls or rely on pay-to-win mechanics. However, the grid exploration aspect can feel tedious and time-consuming. Overall, the game shows promise and is expected to be F2P friendly upon its release in 2024.