test phases
World of Warcraft: Shadowlands has officially moved into its beta testing phase
The bells have tolled, the signal fires have been lit, and the time is upon us: World of Warcraft: Shadowlands is now officially in...
Astellia’s first closed beta has officially begun today – here’s the trailer
As promised, Astellia Online's initial closed beta test has begun as of this morning.
"Closed beta testers will be providing the studio with invaluable data...
The Daily Grind: How long is too long for early access?
Let's be real here, there's no question in anyone's mind that DayZ has been in early access far longer than it should be. By...
Project Gorgon explains the upcoming changeover to Steam and beta development
It's an exciting time for Project Gorgon as the game heads toward Steam! It's not happening right now, of course; the game will be...
The Daily Grind: Which MMO is doing the worst job of pretending it’s in beta?
I respect the fact that Revelation Online is in beta right now. It's closed testing and there's going to be a character wipe. I...
Durango opens up beta signups; testing to start on December 14th
Yesterday brought the first hints of upcoming testing for mobile dinosaur survival game Durango, but today brings even more. Nexon has opened up signups...
AdventureQuest 3D is hitting open beta very soon
Are you sporting a Massively Overpowered cape in AdventureQuest 3D without anyone around to appreciate its sublime awesomeness? Be patient just a little bit...
ArcheAge enters open beta testing in China
The worldwide availability of ArcheAge takes another step forward as the game's Chinese client enters its open beta test. This comes after several different...
Paragon’s guide to cards for testers
Pretty much every MOBA has some system in place for upgrading your chosen hero as you play. Paragon is making use of a card...
Crowfall testing resumes on January 6th
There's a new video from the development team behind Crowfall taking a look at the game's past year of development while thanking players who...
Crowfall aims siege warfare at February
If you're enjoying the current round of testing for Crowfall, we have both good news and bad news for you. The bad news is...
Tree of Savior kicks off open beta in Korea on December 17th
Let's say you have a friend named Trab. You think that Trab would really like Tree of Savior, but he won't listen to you...
The Daily Grind: What aspect of modern MMO testing bothers you?
Beta testing doesn't bother me. Alpha-testing as a public thing doesn't bother me too much either. But pre-alpha? You're calling what you're doing a...
Crowfall discusses the true meaning of ‘pre-alpha’
What is an alpha, really? What's the dividing line between an alpha and a pre-alpha when both are playable? If a game has had...
