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Welcome to the Final Playtest!

It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for. We're thrilled to have you join our Final Playtest!

Whether you’ve just joined or have been waiting for a while, we want to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you for taking an interest in Dungeonborne. Thank you for your wishlists, your follows, and your continued dedication to helping us improve.

[h3]Why are we hosting this playtest?[/h3]

- Ensuring a smooth launch: We've introduced tons of updates and new features and we need your thumbs-up. Your feedback and suggestions will help us iron out any kinks and prepare for a smooth and polished Early Access launch.
- Building hype and spreading the word: We're passionate about Dungeonborne and believe it has the potential to captivate a wide audience. If you enjoy this playtest, tell a friend, shout it from the rooftops, or maybe just share your thoughts online. Your excitement is contagious and will help more adventurers join our ranks.

We firmly believe that with your help, Dungeonborne can become the best extraction RPG on the market. With that in mind, please head over to #playtest-feedback on our Discord to help us identify areas of improvement so we can work to make this game the best it can possibly be.

Thank you all once again for your continued support of Dungeonborne.

Remember, fortune favors the bold!

-Mithril

Registrations for the Community 3v3 Arena Invitational Now On!

Well met!
Get ready for a new exciting challenge! Join us for the first-ever Community 3v3 Arena Invitational on July 7th as we host the final beta test. Showcase your skills and teamwork in this thrilling contest! Participants won't leave empty-handed—we have random epic equipment rewards and more lined up! These rewards will be distributed after the official launch of Dungeonborne. We encourage all Dungeonborne players to take part in the Invitational. See you there, and may the winds of war be ever in your favor!

[h2]Sign Up for the Invitational Now[/h2]
The captain of each team must register their team members' information.
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/mv1jCsECPuiGNvuPA

Please ensure you select the correct region in order to take part in this tournament.

Registration ends: July 5 at 12:00 PDT;July 5 at 21:00 CEST;July 6 at 03:00 CST;

[h2]Tournament Rules[/h2]
- The tournament will be held in our brand-new Arena map, "City Siege". Matches will be 3v3, with no respawns. Victory is awarded to the first team to win 4 matches.
- In light of time zones and potential latency, the tournament will be split by region: into Asia, Europe and America.
- Each region will have 8 teams of 4 players (and a substitute). If you're interested, form a team of your own and prepare for the qualifiers!
- This is a knockout tournament in which a champion team will be determined for each region.
- Players select their own equipment, which must be of Magic or lower quality. Using illegal equipment will forfeit the match.

[h3]- Regional Times:[/h3]
  • NA: The Final Test - July 7 20:00 PDT
  • Asia: The Final Test - July 7 20:00 CST
  • Europe: The Final Test - July 7 20:00 CEST

- Players must record the matches in full, and submit their clips once the tournament ends. We recommend using Steam's Game Recording Beta.
- Further details will be announced on the Tournament Finals channel.

[h2]Rewards[/h2]
(To be issued after Dungeonborne's official launch)
- Teams who complete at least one match will receive 1 piece of [random Epic Equipment]
- Teams who make it into the top 4 will receive 1 extra piece of [random Epic Equipment]
- Teams who make it into the top 2 will receive another piece of [random Epic Equipment] and 5 Mithril Tokens
- The champion team will receive yet another piece of [random Epic Equipment] and 10 Mithril Tokens
- These rewards are issued to all players on a team, including their substitute.
- Rewards will be usable in the live version of the game and will be issued 3 days after the official release.

Please note that this is a small-scale community tournament, and we apologize that places are limited, meaning not everyone will be able to participate. However, we value all feedback received, which will help us improve and create larger tournaments in the future, allowing more players to join in on the fun.

[h2]Invitational Content Creator Recruitment[/h2]
We strongly encourage content creation in this tournament; content creators are encouraged to join in the tournament and live streams. The content you create and share helps make even more people know about Dungeonborne, and the adventures to be had in our game!
We welcome you to register for the tournament, stream it, put out videos or even spectate: there are 5 spectator slots available for each match. Apply for our content creator plan during registration to become a spectator.
Thank you all for your incredible support of Dungeonborne! We can't wait to see you all show off your talent in this upcoming tournament! See you in the dungeon!

Final Playtest FAQ

The Final Playtest kicks off in just 7 days! Here are the answers to some of your most pressing questions:

[h3]When does the playtest start exactly?[/h3]
●Wednesday, July 3, 2024 8:00 AM (PDT)

[h3]How long is the playtest?[/h3]
●Around 7-14 days. The duration depends on the build's quality and overall experience

[h3]I signed up, when do I get the email?[/h3]
●We are thrilled to announce that we have removed the spot-limit, and the playtest is now open to everyone! If you signed up already, you’ll be granted access on July 3rd, right before the start of the playtest. If you sign up after July 3rd, you'll get immediate access and can jump straight into the game

[h3]When is the Early Access launch?[/h3]
●We are launching into Early Access shortly after the playtest concludes; you won’t have to wait long!

We really can't wait to see you in the dungeons. Stay tuned for some juicy teasers coming over the next few days!

Dark and Darker rival has one final free playtest before Steam launch

Ever since Dark and Darker sprang up, rivals have come for the throne. Now that the Ironmace dungeon crawler is back on Steam, you'll want to know about the competitors, too, and Dungeonborne is one of the most promising. With a final playtest coming soon ahead of the Steam Early Access launch, this PvPvE adventure will let you try it for free one last time.


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Join Us for Dungeonborne's Final Playtest on July 3rd!

Hey everyone!

First off, we want to thank you all for the incredible support and love you've shown for the teasers we released back in May. After four months of intense development, we're thrilled to announce that Dungeonborne's Final Playtest will kick off on July 3rd! This will be a limited-slot technical test, and everyone is welcome to sign up. To secure a spot, head over to our Steam page and click on "Request Access" now—first come, first served!

Rest assured, adding this playtest won't affect our original Early Access release date. We'll announce the exact EA launch date right after the playtest concludes.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2448970/Dungeonborne/

[h3]Why are we hosting this playtest?[/h3]
  • Ensuring a smooth launch: We've packed the last few months with tons of updates and new features and we need your thumbs-up. We need your insights to spot the little (and big) things we might miss. Your feedback and suggestions will help us iron out any kinks and prepare for a smooth and polished EA launch.
  • Transparency and long-term commitment:Dungeonborne will be a paid game with a fair price and regional pricing on Steam. We want to give you the opportunity to play the game first and see our dedication and hard work for yourselves before deciding whether to make a purchase. We believe in the quality of our game, and we want you to be able to make an informed decision. Additionally, we want to emphasize that Dungeonborne's Early Access is not a short-term gimmick but a long-term commitment. We plan to prove our confidence and determination through continuous content updates, improved anti-cheat and anti-RMT measures, proper marketing campaigns, and other concrete actions.
  • Building hype and spreading the word: We're passionate about Dungeonborne and believe it has the potential to captivate a wide audience. If you enjoy this playtest, recommend the game to a friend, shout it from the rooftops, or maybe just share your thoughts online. Your excitement is contagious and will help more adventurers join our ranks.

We are committed to making Dungeonborne more than just another game on Steam—it's a community, an ongoing adventure, and a shared passion. We can't wait to see you in the playtest and hear your thoughts.

-Mithril