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World of Tanks: HEAT Closed Beta Test Beginning April 16
Wargaming has announced that the Closed Beta Test for World of Tanks: HEAT will commence on April 16 and run until April 20. The beta will be available on PC, Steam Deck, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nvidia GeForce NOW, featuring multiple game modes including Hardpoint, Control, Kill Confirmed, and Conquest.
World of Tanks: HEAT Closed Beta Launches April 16
Wargaming announced that World of Tanks: HEAT, a new free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter, will have its closed beta from April 16 to April 20 on PC, Steam Deck, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nvidia GeForce NOW. The game is set in an alternate post-WWII era and features hero-enhanced tanks with unique abilities and cross-platform play.
World of Tanks: HEAT closed beta test set for April 16 to 20
Wargaming will host a closed beta test for World of Tanks from April 16 to 20. This test is for the free-to-play tactical vehicle shooter.
World of Tanks: HEAT is Opening Its Doors For A Limited Closed Beta Run Next Week
Wargaming has announced a limited closed beta for its upcoming free-to-play multiplayer title, World of Tanks: HEAT. The beta will run from April 16 to April 20, 2026, and will be available on PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S. Registrations are currently open, and the game will feature various tanks, maps, and gameplay modes.
Invincible VS Open Beta Kicking Off Tomorrow
The open beta for Skybound Entertainment's 3v3 fighter Invincible VS is available now on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S until April 11. The beta features three modes, ten fighters, and an Omni-Man skin. The full game releases on April 30 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Invincible VS Open Beta Begins Tomorrow: What You Need to Know
Skybound's Quarter Up studio announced that the Open Beta for Invincible VS will begin on April 9 and run until April 11, featuring 10 playable characters and three modes. Players participating in the beta will receive a special Omni-Man skin. The full game launches on April 30, 2026, for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Cloud as an Xbox Play Anywhere title.
King's Raid Launches Second Global Closed Beta Test - GameHaunt
Masangsoft has launched the second global closed beta test for its hero-collecting RPG, King's Raid, running from April 3 to April 24, 2026. This beta expands content significantly from the first test, including Chapter 6 of the main campaign, the Soul Weapon growth system, and cross-platform play between PC (Steam) and mobile (Android, iOS) devices. Testers are encouraged to provide feedback on balance and stability to help refine the game before its full release.
King’s Raid Second Global CBT Now Live
Masangsoft has launched the second global Closed Beta Test for its character-collecting RPG, King's Raid. The CBT, running from April 7 to April 24, 2026, is available on Steam (PC) and mobile platforms (Android, iOS), featuring expanded content including up to Chapter 6 of the main story and the Soul Weapon system. This test aims to refine platform stability, controls, and overall gameplay experience based on player feedback.
Monster Hunter Outlanders 2nd Closed Beta Sign-ups Open
Timi Studio and Capcom have opened sign-ups for the second closed beta test of Monster Hunter Outlanders, which will run until April 21, 2026. Progress will be wiped after the beta, but participants will receive exclusive in-game rewards. The game is in development for Android and iOS devices, with specific device and language requirements listed.
Petit Planet Stardrift Closed Beta Test Starts in April
HoYoVerse has announced that the closed beta test for Petit Planet Stardrift will begin on April 21, 2026, for PC, Android, and iOS devices. This upcoming test will feature new content not present in the previous Coziness Test and will require participants to be over 18. While voice acting will be limited to Chinese, English, and Japanese, subtitles and localizations will be available in multiple languages.
Mythic Kart Maker – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Mythic Kart Maker is a fantasy kart racing game featuring a built-in level editor that allows players to design and share tracks. The game draws inspiration from 32-bit era kart racers with tight drifting mechanics and character combat. An open beta is currently available on PC via Steam.
Studio Ellipsis Offers a Glimpse of What Players Will Experience in Nightholme with Gameplay Trailer
Studio Ellipsis has released a new gameplay trailer for their upcoming multiplayer horror hunt game, Nightholme, showcasing core gameplay mechanics. Players can sign up for a closed beta scheduled for Summer 2026. The trailer highlights player roles as Grimrunners and Grimspawns, objectives like hunting bosses or pursuing quests, and the importance of the Terror Seed for progression. Studio Ellipsis Head Alex Amancio emphasized a community-first approach and the goal of making games unpredictable.
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn Closed Beta Begins in April; Gameplay Trailer Revealed Ahead of Spring 2027 Launch
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, an action RPG from Owlcat Games, will begin its closed beta on April 22 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game is based on the novel series and features a new story with party-based mechanics and real-time combat, aiming for a Spring 2027 release with day-one availability on Xbox Game Pass.
Mass Effect-inspired sci-fi RPG The Expanse: Osiris Reborn gets a spring 2027 release window, and it has a closed beta…
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, a Mass Effect-inspired sci-fi RPG from Owlcat Games, is set to launch in spring 2027 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, arriving day one on Xbox Game Pass. A closed beta will be available starting April 22 for players who purchase the Collector's Edition or Miller's Pack.
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn Gets a Debut Gameplay Trailer With Big Mass Effect Vibes, a Closed Beta, and a Spring 2027 Release Window
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn has released its first gameplay trailer, showcasing Mass Effect-like elements and announcing a closed beta. The game is slated for a Spring 2027 release window.
Owlcat's Mass Effecty sci-fi game The Expanse: Osiris Reborn gets a release window, a closed beta date, and a Game Pass promise
Owlcat Games has announced that its Mass Effect-inspired sci-fi RPG, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, will launch in Spring 2027. A closed beta will be available starting April 22nd for those who pre-purchase specific editions, and the game will be a day-one release on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X.
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn – Learn More About Gameplay, New Companions, the Closed Beta, and the Release Window
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is set to launch in Spring 2027 for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Xbox Cloud, and will be available on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate from day one. A closed beta for Xbox Series X|S will begin on April 22, 2026, offering players a chance to experience new gameplay, companions, and the 'Exploits' combat system. The game draws inspiration from the book and show's realistic portrayal of humanity's expansion into space, featuring choices with long-lasting consequences.
War Thunder Infantry: The Second Testing Phase
The second phase of the War Thunder Infantry Closed Beta is set to begin this week. This phase will feature 128 players in 64v64 matches without bot squads, alongside a new map, a 'Domination' game mode, and new weapons.
Morning Consolidation
An Xbox system update was released on March 24, and a closed beta for the supernatural survival game Once Human is now available on Xbox. Additionally, the Spring Sale has begun on the PlayStation Store.
Once Human Console Closed Beta – Join the Supernatural Survival World on Xbox
The free-to-play supernatural survival game Once Human is launching its first-ever console closed beta on Xbox Series X|S soon. Players in North America and Europe can register via the Xbox Insider Hub for a chance to participate in the limited-time test, which will feature the tutorial and the Manibus scenario. Progress will not carry over, but participants who reach character level 20 will unlock exclusive in-game rewards upon the game's full console launch.
