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World War 3 Closed Beta Test Launching November 25!

The next phase of World War 3 is coming. Get ready to fire the first shots when the Closed Beta Test (CBT) launches for PC on November 25

Once deployed, the CBT will remain active until the planned launch of the Open Beta Test (OBT) in March 2022, when World War 3 will change to a free-to-play model. You can secure your CBT access by purchasing a range of CBT Packs today, which also contain special gear and items which will be available in the OBT.

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The Closed Beta Test will extend the battlefield to any players who purchase a CBT Pack or receive a Veteran Pack. Four maps will be playable across two different modes: Tactical Ops and Deathmatch. Players can fight on the battlefields of Berlin, Warsaw, Polyarny, and Moscow, and a range of customization options will also be available, with samples of realistic gear and weapons available for players to adapt their loadouts.

Five different CBT Packs are now available via the official World War 3 website (coming soon to Steam), including the Private Pack, Sergeant Pack, Lieutenant Pack, and Major Pack. Each Pack guarantees access to the CBT, and also includes a range of awesome in-game content available from the OBT onwards, including Battle Passes, weapon skins, character and vehicle blueprints, operators, and much more. Available exclusively to one big spender, the prestigious President Pack promises a real-life Ronin Helmet, the chance to see your hometown and likeness immortalized in World War 3, plus a starring role in your own movie!

The CBT will remain active and accessible to eligible players until the start of the Open Beta Test, which has a targeted launch date of March 2022. Starting with the OBT, World War 3 will become a free-to-play experience, giving players across the world the chance to hit the battlefield without limits. 

We know that many players purchased World War 3 when it was previously available in Early Access. As thanks for your incredible support, we’re delighted to offer a free Veteran Pack to all players who purchased the game before October 4, 2021! Credited directly to your game account on Steam, you'll receive guaranteed CBT access plus exclusive gear (available in the OBT) to show off your veterancy on the battlefield.

With World War, The Farm 51 is dedicated to bringing players an unparalleled first-person shooter experience, having spent the last year revamping existing content and adding new features. Improved gunplay, animations, and many more improvements, realistic maps, an extensive set of customization options, and a vast array of incredibly detailed uniforms are ready for players to experience when the CBT launches later this year.

Keep your eyes glued to the newly-relaunched official World War 3 website for all the latest news as it drops!

How to Pre-load or Install the World War 3 Veteran Alpha Test


The Veteran Alpha Test is nearly ready for select players to dive into, and we want to make sure everyone is ready to hit the battlefield as soon as possible. Here’s what you need to know:

WHAT IS THE VETERAN ALPHA TEST?

This exclusive technical test is available to Veterans (players who purchased the game during Early Access and own it in their Steam library) and offers access to a new and improved version of the game. This test is the first of many as more tests will happen in the coming months!
If you see any bugs or problems, feel free to report it in Discord in the new VAT-bug-reports channel!

WHEN CAN I DOWNLOAD AND PLAY?

If you’re eligible to participate in the Veteran Alpha Test, you can pre-load the test client in your Steam library from September 29 at 05:00 PT/12:00 GMT. You can play from September 30 at 05:00 PT/12:00 GMT until October 4 at 05:00 PT/12:00 GMT.

WHERE CAN I DOWNLOAD THE CLIENT?

If you’re eligible to play the Veteran Alpha Test (you previously purchased and played an Early Access version of World War 3), you will find ‘World War 3 PTE’ in your Steam library.

HOW CAN I DOWNLOAD THE CLIENT?

On the 29th of September at 12:00 GMT, click the 'Download' button to download and install the MY.GAMES GameCenter (approximately 80MB in size). This program is officially supported by MY.GAMES and authorized by Steam, and will launch as an authenticator when you start the game.

HOW CAN I PLAY?

Once you have downloaded MY.GAMES GameCenter and the Veteran Alpha Test is live on September 30, simply press the 'Play' button via the World War 3 PTE page on Steam.
MY.GAMES GameCenter will also launch as an authenticator when you play World War 3. Alternatively, you can also simply click the World War 3 PTE game icon via your programs or desktop.

ABOUT THE VETERAN ALPHA TEST

The Veteran Alpha Test will offer exclusive access to a new and improved version of the game from September 30 at 05:00 PT/12:00 GMT until October 4 at 05:00 PT/12:00 GMT to select players. Future World War 3 tests will be available to larger groups of players.

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I HAVE AN ISSUE, WHAT SHOULD I DO?
You can share all your issue during the Veteran Alpha Test with our support here :
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Add World War 3 to your wishlist on Steam to get the latest news as it drops!

Also, remember to tune in to a special live stream hosted on the official World War 3 YouTube channel on September 29 at 10:00 PT/17:00 GMT for a special glimpse into the ongoing development of World War 3, hosted by Alexey Larionov (Executive Producer at MY.GAMES) and Kamil Bilczyński (Project Lead and Creative Director at The Farm 51)!

Veteran Alpha Test Playable from September 30 until October 4

Ready to rediscover World War 3? The Veteran Alpha Test is ready for deployment! This exclusive test is available to Veterans (players who purchased the game during Early Access and own it in their Steam library) and offers access to a new and improved version of the game from September 30 at 05:00 PT/12:00 GMT until October 4 at 05:00 PT/12:00 GMT.

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The Veteran Alpha Test (accessible via ‘World War 3 PTE’ in your Steam library) will showcase the new and improved version of World War 3, brought to you by the dedicated team at The Farm 51 with support from MY.GAMES. Eligible players can hit the battlefield in the Tactical Ops and Team Deathmatch game modes and fight across four war-torn maps based on the real-world cities of Berlin, Moscow, Warsaw, and Polyarny.

Improved gunplay, revamped animations, and many more improvements featured in our recent Development Update will be available to experience during the Veteran Alpha Test. Features like realistic maps, an extensive set of customization options, and a vast array of incredibly detailed uniforms and weapons culminate in an experience we like to call ‘playable realism’: realistic gameplay features that enhance immersion without impacting gameplay, keeping World War 3 accessible to players new to the FPS genre.

While the full breadth of customization options will not be featured at this stage, various realistic uniforms and weapons will be available to try out. You can customize your loadout before hitting the battlefield, while the Backpack feature gives you the option to bring extra equipment to adapt your tactics to your enemy and the shifting tides of battle.

Even if you’re not eligible to participate in the Veteran Alpha Test, you can tune in to a special live stream hosted on the official World War 3 YouTube channel on September 29 at 10:00 PT/17:00 GMT for a special glimpse into the ongoing development of World War 3. Alexey Larionov (Executive Producer at MY.GAMES) and Kamil Bilczyński (Creative Director at The Farm 51) will be on hand to showcase many of the exciting changes and new features the team has been working on over the past several months.

Future World War 3 tests will be available to larger groups of players. Add World War 3 to your wishlist on Steam to get the latest news as it drops!

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