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Age of Empires 3: Definitive Edition - Beta and Estimated Hardware Specs

Paul Wozniak, 24 January 2020, 21:31

We just found out when the closed beta Age of Empires 3: Definitive Edition, a refreshed version of the 2005 classic strategy game, will be launched. By the way, we learned about the estimated hardware requirements.

Microsoft Tests New Ads in Windows 10

Peter Doron, 22 January 2020, 13:25

The Insider program is testing another format of advertisements in Windows 10. This time it is about banners in WordPad, encouraging the use of Office Web Apps.

Xbox Console Streaming Available For All Users

Agnes Adamus, 17 January 2020, 22:40

Tests of the Xbox Console Streaming service have been officially launched worldwide. From now on, all Xbox One owner who signs up for Insider program can stream games from the console to their smartphone or tablet.

Legends of Runeterra Open Beta Launches This Month

Adrian Werner, 13 January 2020, 11:35

The team at Riot Games has announced that the open beta of Legends of Runeterra cards will be launched on January 24. It will offer, among others, ranked battles and friend lists.

Commandos 2 HD and Praetorians HD - Originals vs Remasters

Paul Wozniak, 14 December 2019, 22:30

Since yesterday, beta-tests of refreshed versions of Commandos 2 and Praetorians have been on. They are available to players who have ordered (or are about to order) games in advance. There is also a short trailer that provides a visual comparison of remasters with the originals.

Open Beta of GOG Galaxy 2.0 Launches

Agnes Adamus, 09 December 2019, 22:40

Today, after almost half a year of closed beta-tests, GOG Galaxy 2.0 has been officially made available to everyone. Everyone interested can now download and test the latest version of the CD Projekt client.

West of Dead Announced With Ron Perlman

Bart Woldanski, 14 November 2019, 22:19

West of Dead, a new game from Upstream Arcade, was presented during the ongoing X019. Ron Perlman, an actor known for Hellboy, provided the voice of the main character. From now on, the game is available in beta for Xbox One users.

Commandos 2 and Praetorians Remasters in January; Beta-tests Announced

Jacob Blazewicz, 13 November 2019, 23:22

Kalypso Media company informed that the remasters of Commandos 2 and Praetorians will not be released this year. In December there will be closed beta-tests of both productions to be held for consolation.

Hearthstone Battlegrounds - Open Beta of Auto Chess Mode Launches

Adrian Werner, 13 November 2019, 10:48

The open beta of Hearthstone Battlegrounds, the new Auto Chess-like gameplay mode in the popular card game from Blizzard Entertainment, has just begun.

Warcraft 3 Reforged Multiplayer Mode Beta Launches

Bart Swiatek, 30 October 2019, 11:10

Beta-tests of Warcraft III: Reforged, an improved edition of the popular 2002 RTS, have begun. First of all, the invitations are given to those who pre-ordered the Spoils of War edition of the remake.

Legends of Runeterra Revealed - A Card Game Set in LoL Universe

Paul Wozniak, 16 October 2019, 10:56

Riot Games has announced a card game set in the world of LoL - Legends of Runeterra. We will collect cards with champions from League of Legends, create decks and take part in duels. The closed beta will be launched in 2020.

Open Beta of Ghost Recon Breakpoint Launches [Updated]

Konrad Serafinski, 26 September 2019, 21:09

Today, the open beta of Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Breakpoint has launched on PC, Xbox One and PlayStation 4. The tests will last until September 29. Gamers can play in single-player, cooperation or PvP modes.

Ghost Recon Breakpoint Devs Reveal Open Beta Trailer and Roadmap

Bart Swiatek, 25 September 2019, 12:31

Ubisoft presented a trailer for the open beta tests of Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Breakpoint. The developers also shared information about the planned post-release support for the title.

CoD Modern Warfare Beta Breaks Popularity Records

Adrian Werner, 25 September 2019, 12:16

Beta-tests of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare have proved to be the most popular in the history of the franchise. Unfortunately, there is also some bad news. Spec Ops Survival Mode will be available for almost a year only on PlayStation 4.

Mount & Blade 2: Bannerlord - Multiplayer Beta Tests Begin

Jacob Blazewicz, 21 September 2019, 17:24

TaleWorlds has started sending invitations to the closed beta of Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord. So if you want to test the multiplayer mode in the long-awaited game, check your e-mails.

CoD: Modern Warfare - PC Open Beta Now Available

Paul Wozniak, 21 September 2019, 16:25

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare open beta tests, which will last until September 23 and are available on all platforms, have been launched. There is also new information about the alleged Battle Royale mode.

CoD Modern Warfare - Beta Launch on PC and Hardware Requirements

Konrad Serafinski, 19 September 2019, 10:55

Today will begin the closed beta tests of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare on PC. Players who have ordered the title in advance can already pre-load it. Additionally, we got to know the hardware requirements of the test version.

Ghost Recon: Breakpoint - Open-beta Announcement and Live Action Trailer

Michael Kulakowski, 18 September 2019, 22:52

Next week, an open-beta of Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Breakpoint will launch, enabling us to try out several missions of the story campaign, both solo and together with friends. Ubisoft has also released a new live action trailer of the title, starring the rapper Lil Wayne,.

Open Beta of New Steam Library Launches

Christian Pieniazek, 17 September 2019, 21:42

The beta version of the new Steam Library, which we have heard about since March this year, is now available to all interested parties. Valve Software not only refreshed its appearance, but also added a number of new functionalities.

NiOh 2 - Open Beta-tests Announced

Jacob Blazewicz, 16 September 2019, 21:23

Team Ninja and Koei Tecmo have announced the open beta of NiOh 2, which will take place in early November.

CoD: Modern Warfare - Open Beta With Ground War Mode for 64 Players

Darius Matusiak, 16 September 2019, 11:11

Helicopters, tanks and a huge map for 64 players - Ground War Mode - will appear in the open beta of Modern Warfare this Saturday. The devs will also test the usefulness of the mini-map, which managed to arouse a lot of controversy.

Event for 16 People, HDR Calibration - New Beta of PS4 Firmware 7.0

Bart Swiatek, 13 September 2019, 13:08

Sony has started testing the new version of software for PlayStation 4. The latest firmware brings several useful improvements, including the ability to set up an event for 16 people. The full version will debut in a few weeks.

Call of Duty Modern Warfare Beta Begins; PS4 Open Beta Tomorrow

Adrian Werner, 13 September 2019, 12:59

The first phase of the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare beta was launched. For now, only PlayStation 4 users who pre-ordered the game can play, and tomorrow the tests will be available to all PlayStation 4 users. PC and Xbox One owners will have to wait until next week.

Kaspersky Tests a Tool for Detecting Cheaters in eSports

Paul Wozniak, 11 September 2019, 12:39

Kaspersky has announced a beta version of a tool to help detect cheaters in eSports.

New Beta of Steam Library Goes Live This Month

Barth Faryna, 05 September 2019, 15:40

Valve is preparing to introduce a beta version of the changed appearance of the Steam Library. New features were presented at last week's conference in Seattle and users will be able to try them out later this month.

CoD: Modern Warfare - Rumors on Beta, Battle Royale and New Trailer

Darius Matusiak, 04 September 2019, 13:11

On Twitter there was a lot of - so far unofficial - information about the upcoming launch of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare and the upcoming beta-tests of the game. Rumors include the battle royale mode and future DLCs, among other things.

Ghost Recon Breakpoint - Beta-test Schedule and Live Action Trailer

Adrian Werner, 04 September 2019, 12:05

Ubisoft informed about the details of the upcoming closed beta of Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Breakpoint. A new live action trailer was also released, along with the plans for the development of the game after the launch.

Leak: Call of Duty Modern Warfare Beta Will Take 60 GB

Konrad Serafinski, 01 September 2019, 21:26

There is a leak in the web about the volume of the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare beta game file. Youtuber TheGamingRevolution has released this information, claiming that the beta will take up as much as 60 GB.

Squadron 42 - Beta-tests „Staggered” by Three Months

Paul Wozniak, 31 August 2019, 20:19

Cloud Imperium Games has announced that both its games - Star Citizen and Squadron 42 will be developed in „Staggered Development” mode. For this reason, the Squadron 42 beta-tests have been delayed by three months.

Open Beta for Stand-Alone S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Mod Anomaly Goes Live

Barth Faryna, 27 August 2019, 19:50

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. fans have a reason to be happy. A free stand-alone mod called Anomaly, based on S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: The Call of the Pripyat, has just entered open beta.

Call of Duty Modern Warfare Open Alpha on PS4 is Available

Darius Matusiak, 23 August 2019, 16:23

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare alpha can now be tested by all PlayStation 4 owners without a PS Plus subscription. The fun in the 4-person Gunfight mode will last until Sunday, August 25.

Registration for Mount & Blade 2: Bannerlord Beta-tests Begins

Michael Kulakowski, 21 August 2019, 22:17

Registration began for closed beta-test of the multiplayer mode in the long-awaited Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord, an open-world game combining elements of action, strategy and RPG titles. Anyone who fills in the form on the developer's website can apply to participate.

Planet Zoo Gamescom Trailer and Beta Test Schedule

Christian Pieniazek, 20 August 2019, 13:42

Frontier Developments has revealed the start date of the closed beta tests of its new strategy game Planet Zoo. Moreover, with gamescom 2019 in mind, the developers have prepared an eye-catching trailer of their work.

Teamfight Tactics With New Units and Free Test Pass

Paul Wozniak, 14 August 2019, 22:55

Four new units with Hextech synergy have been added to Teamfight Tactics. In addition, a free Test Pass has returned to the game, offering refreshed prizes and weekly missions.

Free Secret Neighbor Beta Available on Steam

Milosz Szubert, 05 August 2019, 19:41

A free beta version of Secret Neighbor - a online game based on the Hello Neighbor universe - was released on Steam. Anyone interested will be able to check the title until August 19.

World of Warcraft Classic - New Test Schedule and Hardware Requirements

Adrian Werner, 04 August 2019, 20:01

Blizzard Entertainment has announced schedule of pre-release tests of World of Warcraft Classic. The final hardware requirements have also been revealed.

Capcom Invites Resident Evil Fans to Test Their New Game

Jacob Blazewicz, 02 August 2019, 17:45

Capcom has invited Japanese fans of the Resident Evil series to test the company's new game. Is it Resident Evil 3 Remake, or does the developer want to test the waters among fans of the undead series before a new installment?

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare - Open Beta Schedule

Adrian Werner, 02 August 2019, 15:45

Infinity Ward gave exact dates of the tests, including open beta, of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare's multiplayer mode During them we will be able to try the cross-play feature.

Mount & Blade 2 Bannerlord Beta - Skirmish Mode Gameplay

Bart Swiatek, 02 August 2019, 12:37

The devs of Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord - Turkish studio TaleWorlds - published another material presenting the gameplay in their latest work. This time we got a video that shows a single battle in the Skirmish mode.

Gears 5 Multiplayer Mode Tests Have Started

Agnes Adamus, 20 July 2019, 14:12

Gears 5 technical tests have started. Until 9 AM on Monday, all owners of Xbox Game Pass subscriptions and the preview version of the title can test the multiplayer mode.

Dota Underlords - Battle Pass Prototype Tests Have Started

Adrian Werner, 14 July 2019, 18:44

Valve released the so-called Proto Pass for Dota Underlords, a prototype battle pass, which was given to everyone taking part in the open tests of the game.

Gears 5 - PC and Xbox One Tests and Hardware Requirements

Konrad Serafinski, 07 July 2019, 01:56

We've learned the dates of July's technical tests on PC and Xbox One for Gears 5, which will focus on multiplayer modes. The creators also revealed the hardware requirements of the production.

Desperados 3 Devs Announce Closed Beta-tests

Jacob Blazewicz, 03 July 2019, 16:41

Mimimimi Games and THQ Nordic have announced subscriptions to the Desperados III Closed Beta. Tests will start next week.

Halo: Reach Beta Leaked. Play it, and You Will be Banned

Julia Dragovic, 01 July 2019, 11:41

Halo: Reach PC beta has been leaked to the Internet. By downloading or playing a copy of the trial version, you are risking a ban to all of the developer's games - including those that have not yet been created.

Halo Reach PC - Test Start and First Gameplay

Adrian Werner, 29 June 2019, 20:41

Closed tests of the PC edition of Halo: Reach have started. There is also an extensive gameplay on the web, showing how the port looks like in action.

Mount and Blade 2 Beta is Picking up Pace; Open Beta Planned

Adrian Werner, 28 June 2019, 11:06

TaleWorlds has announced that the first players have already started playing with the Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord beta. For now, these are selected people from the community, but there are also plans for open tests.

Leader of Teamfight Tactics Beta Rankings on Sexism in Gaming

Julia Dragovic, 26 June 2019, 23:35

Riot Games has published a ranking of its closed beta tests of Teamfight Tactics, the new mode for League of Legends. The first place went to a girl – streamer going by the name Hafu. It would seem a reason for her to be overjoyed. And yet...

Teamfight Tactics Open Beta Launches

Paul Wozniak, 26 June 2019, 22:46

Today marks the release of an open beta for the new League of Legends game mode.

Dota Underlords Open Beta Launches

Adrian Werner, 21 June 2019, 15:18

An open beta of Dota Underlords, a game from Valve Software based on the hit Dota Auto Chess mod, was launched.

Popularity of Teamfight Tactics is Killing Test Servers

Paul Wozniak, 21 June 2019, 15:16

Turns out the new game mode in League of Legends, Riot Games iconic MOBA game, is VERY popular. This comes with a lot of consequences and a large number of players is unable to log in to the test server.