The developers ofHades 2 are launching a technical test to ensure the solidity of their game before the early access release. You can register, but not everyone will participate.
The early access release of the highly anticipated Hades 2 seems imminent, can we discover in a press release published by Supergiant Games on April 16. But the studio has one final step to take: a technical test, in which players can participate. As its name suggests, it will allow developers to identify possible bugs that could interfere with the launch.
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This technical test, free, will logically offer less content than early access, but it will still allow the lucky few to discover Hades 2. Supergiant Games is unable to say how long it will last, it will be “ longer than a week, shorter than a month ”, according to his estimates. The availability of the early access version on PC will then depend on its duration.
Lucky people will be able to play Hades 2 in preview
How to register for the technical test?
The technical test ofHades 2 goes through a selection process. To have a chance of being chosen, simply go to the Steam page and click on the “Request access” button. You will then receive an email with instructions on how to play it.
Supergiant Games specifies that there will be several waves. The population of testers will grow as stability improves.
What will be the content of the technical test?
The technical test will allow you to explore the very first major area of the game, allowing you to familiarize yourself with the characters and gameplay mechanics. “ If you played the original game, imagine a version where you couldn't get beyond Tartarus, even after defeating its guardian », Specifies the studio. Early access will receive regular updates to enhance the content.
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What PC configuration do I need?
Here are the minimum requirements to play the technical test ofHades 2 :
- Operating system: Windows 10 64-bit;
- Processor: Dual Core 2.4 GHz;
- RAM: 4 GB;
- Graphics card: 2 GB of VRAM, with DirectX 12 compatibility.
Good news: we can also test with the Steam Deck, Valve's portable console.
Will we be able to transfer our save game into the final game?
No.
What is the technical test for?
The objective of the technical test is to ensure thatHades 2 will be perfectly playable when it is released in early access. In short, a first wave of testers will detect bugs, which the developers will eliminate. Then, little by little, the idea will be to get a critical population to make sure everything is going well. This is why Supergiant Games is unable to date the technical test with precision: it is a leap into the unknown.
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