Betas used to be a huge thing for me. I was deeply envious of those who got into testing when I was left on the outside, while an acceptance letter into a beta was akin to getting a full ride to the university of my dreams. Getting in early to test World of Warcraft, Warhammer Online, and Star Wars: The Old Republic back in the day made me feel tremendously special.
Now, not so much. I have too much to play these days that I don’t necessarily have time for betas (and alphas), and I’ve learned the hard way that I would rather experience a fully launched game for my first time without datamining and testing spoilers.
I’m curious: What beta or alpha made you the happiest to be among the playtesting crowd? Which was the most satisfying and gave you the best memories?
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