Beta testing is a major part of a game’s release, particularly any game with online elements. Even with beta testing, many games struggle with server issues and other glitches that simply couldn’t be seen without a large enough testing population. Titanfall looks to be an enormous release for Respawn and EA, presumably running a huge beta test – yet with two weeks to go, many still don’t know if they can take part.
Titanfall’s beta is set to launch on 14 February, but people still don’t really know how to get in on the testing. In general, high profile games give out beta invites to people who have pre-ordered the full game. However, this is not the plan with Titanfall. According to Respawn founder, Vince Zampella:
You will not need to have the game preordered to get in the beta. I’d give it to them first for supporting us if it were possible tho =)
— Vince Zampella (@VinceZampella) January 30, 2014
It’s believed that US gamers can get beta access exclusively from Gamespot while French gamers will need to go through Zappos, as we previously reported here. Yet with two weeks to go, it’s unclear how gamers can sign up to take part.
I hope that there are plenty of beta testers from countries outside of the US and Western Europe. I’m curious to see how the game copes for those without the local server infrastructure. I’m also hopeful that our local Microsoft office will organize some infrastructure to support the game, even if we only get it later in the year in advance of October when the Xbox One is rumored to get its local release. Finally, all my FPS training will pay off when I get to play Titanfall.
Last Updated: February 4, 2014
Admiral Chief in Vegas
February 4, 2014 at 14:39
Noone or no one?
Alien Emperor Trevor
February 4, 2014 at 14:40
Don’t want to hurl in the cockpit eh Zoe? 😉
Admiral Chief in Vegas
February 4, 2014 at 14:40
I doubt Zoe’s FPS skill, unless she can lick or spit that is…
Her Highness the Hipster
February 4, 2014 at 14:54
indeed. gun seems to get in the way of my ( . )( . )
Admiral Chief in Vegas
February 4, 2014 at 14:56
Indeed
RinceThis2014
February 4, 2014 at 14:42
14th of Feb? Nice, I like that 😉
Admiral Chief in Vegas
February 4, 2014 at 14:44
Oh I see where you are going with that one!
hehehe
RinceThis2014
February 4, 2014 at 14:45
Heheheheheh 😉
Alien Emperor Trevor
February 4, 2014 at 14:46
tee hee (refresh)
RinceThis2014
February 4, 2014 at 14:51
BWAHAHAH! Actually, I need to get the most recent eps from Netflix…
RinceThis2014
February 4, 2014 at 14:55
Oh, and I am sure you would love one of these! It’s coming back! GAHHHH!
Alien Emperor Trevor
February 4, 2014 at 14:57
Is it… alive? :/
Alien Emperor Trevor
February 4, 2014 at 14:57
Is it… alive? :/
Admiral Chief in Vegas
February 4, 2014 at 15:03
Must be, my mouth is watering like a leaky faucet!
RinceThis2014
February 4, 2014 at 15:05
HAHAHAH!
RinceThis2014
February 4, 2014 at 15:05
Only the morning after you eat it…
ElNicko
February 4, 2014 at 15:12
If it doesn’t contain Bacon , its wasting my Time !!
Her Highness the Hipster
February 4, 2014 at 15:12
*wags eyebrows* that’s my kinda motto
ElNicko
February 4, 2014 at 15:18
better copyright that , before KING or someone like that steals it….
George
February 4, 2014 at 15:29
But King doesn’t use bacon?
ElNicko
February 4, 2014 at 15:31
Just you wait George , their next game, Bacon Bonanza Saga, will be all about bacon…..
Brady miaau
February 4, 2014 at 15:51
Why? Glutton for bitter disappointment? Seems to be the norm for that day. Personally, I could not give two hoots. But, um, but I like a peaceful home
ToshZA
February 4, 2014 at 15:12
Bet they asked our lovely president for directions.
Brady miaau
February 4, 2014 at 15:49
Ah, the Buddah position. Gotta love the Scottish Folds!