All articles tagged with #closed beta
A leaked 15-minute clip of The Duskbloods (FromSoftware’s Switch 2 PvPvE game) shows fast rooftop combat, double jumps, summons (wolves and a cart crew), and a dragon/bear-like transformation, ending in a grail cinematic, as the closed beta launches tomorrow on Aug 21, 2026; the footage originated with 4Gamer and circulated on Bilibili before removal.
Amber V Studio’s indie sword-action RPG Tsurugihime announces a 100-participant combat-focused closed beta on August 25 (applications open until August 23). Set as a side-scrolling title, Arche wields the Tsurugi to rewrite fate over 100 days before a decisive battle against Kugutsu puppets, offering multiple endings shaped by player choices and the option to pursue peace or combat. Directed by Yosuke Shiokawa (Fate/Grand Order, Kingdom Hearts), the game is slated for Steam Early Access in 2026, with beta details available on Steam’s news hub and the official Discord.
Minecraft is in a Nintendo Switch 2 closed beta ahead of its October 27, 2026 launch. The beta highlights Vibrant Visuals, with render distances of 16 chunks when Visuals are on and 28 chunks when off; the game targets 60fps, with stable performance off Vibrant Visuals and potential dips when they are enabled. Access appears to be granted via a title-screen beta notification, with eligibility unclear and possibly random.
MiHoYo announced a limited, free Evolution Test for Honkai: Nexus Anima, kicking off July 9 on PC, iOS, and Android with no end date yet. Sign-ups are open on the official site for a pre-registered selection to participate in the data-wipe beta, which will add new characters, Anima, regions, and expanded gameplay. A trailer and gallery are available, and more details will follow.
Sony and Bad Robot Games tease 4:LOOP’s cube-shaped “Scanner” boss, a six-faced puzzle that requires players to navigate a tightening Laser Matrix and coordinate across maps to destroy all 54 panels simultaneously to reveal a Reactor Core; the fight emphasizes teamwork and gear choices over direct blasting, with a Closed Beta for PS5 and PC kicking off April 30 and a release date to be announced.
An early-access-style closed beta for The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is now live on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, but only for players who buy the Collector’s Edition or Miller’s Pack; the beta runs until the 2027 launch and will feed into the final game, with founders able to choose between Belt or Earth avatars and officer or hacker specializations as they explore a Pinkwater Security space station.
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn delivers a Mass Effect-inspired RPG experience with strong visuals, tight dialogue, and engaging combat in a 90-minute closed-beta slice, including space-station action and a crafting/skill system; however, developer Owlcat's use of generative AI during development raises questions about transparency and final human-made content, leaving the reviewer cautiously optimistic about the full game, due in spring 2027 for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is planned for Spring 2027 with day-one Xbox Game Pass Ultimate support; a Closed Beta for Xbox Series X|S runs from April 22, 2026 (available to Founders who buy Miller’s Pack or Collector’s Edition) and lets players test a full mission, recruit new crew members, and use the Exploit system where companions can assist in combat; expect gadgets like zero-G grenades, tactical scanners, and drones, with choices having lasting consequences; the game will launch on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Cloud as an Xbox Play Anywhere title.
Once Human is launching a limited Xbox Series X|S Closed Beta (EU/NA) from March 26 to April 8, with pre-download starting March 24; players will test the Manibus scenario in a time-limited wipe, earn a Closed Beta Pack by reaching level 20, participate via Xbox Insider Hub (controller only), and must respect non-sharing rules. Feedback channels and an official FAQ page are provided for bug reports, general input, and eligibility details.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.