Following its successful Alpha Playtest, Ember Sword is gearing up for its next open playtest event. Scheduled later this month, “The Ultra Deep” aims to offer a different gameplay experience for participants.
- Second open playtest named “The Ultra Deep” by Ember Sword.
- The event is slated from October 27th to October 29th.
- Registration open to all Ember Sword account holders.
- The Ultra Deep introduces a new gaming environment.
- Emphasis on regional server optimization.
- Playtest remains in Alpha development phase.
Playtest Schedule
The playtest will start on October 27th at 11:00 UTC and conclude on October 29th at 22:00 UTC. Participation is open for registered Ember Sword users.
Exploring The Ultra Deep
The Ultra Deep is situated beneath Burkhalter’s Academy in Solarwood. Previously controlled, it became a hub for rogue scientific activities. An unexplained explosion recently took place there, prompting an exploration.
Gameplay Dynamics
Players will collaborate, facing various challenges in The Ultra Deep. Different equipment is available at the start for varied gameplay. This playtest aims for a linear experience in contrast to previous ones. Regional leaderboards will rank teams based on their performance.
Regional Servers Introduction
Feedback from previous tests highlighted issues with latency and timezones. Ember Sword will use regional servers to provide an optimized user experience across different areas.
Development Phase Insight
The game is currently in the Alpha phase, meaning it’s still under active development. Ember Sword’s team is consistently testing with different audiences to fine-tune the gaming experience.
