Apeiron, the innovative god game that blends roguelite and battle arena elements, prepares for its highly anticipated beta playtest. This event marks a significant milestone in the game’s development, offering players a sneak peek at new features, competitive leaderboards, and a roadmap leading up to the official launch.
The Beta Playtest: Now Live
The beta playtest, which officially launched on August 22, 2024, marks the transition from earlier phases of testing, such as the S3 Primeval Testing and the Godling Playtest, to what is now known as the 1.0 beta release. This phase is crucial for both the developers and the community, as it provides a comprehensive look at Apeiron’s core gameplay mechanics and sets the stage for the game’s official launch.
Foonie Magus has opened the doors wide for players to explore the game’s PvE (Player vs. Environment) and PvP (Player vs. Player) modes. The beta is not just about testing features but also about gathering critical feedback from players, which will be used to refine and enhance the game before its full release.
Key Features of the Beta Playtest
PvE Dungeon Exploration
One of the standout features of the beta playtest is the return of the PvE dungeon. Here, players can dive into these dungeons, which are filled with challenging enemies and complex puzzles. The goal is to achieve the highest possible score, which will be tracked on a dedicated PvE leaderboard.
In these dungeons, Godlings must utilize their Apostles—powerful beings they can recruit and level up—to navigate the treacherous environments and defeat formidable foes. The deeper you delve, the more difficult the challenges, but the rewards are well worth the risk. High scores earn bragging rights and valuable in-game rewards that can enhance your gameplay experience.
PvP Battles
For those who thrive on competition, the beta playtest introduces an intense PvP mode. Players can engage in strategic battles against one another, testing their skills and tactics in real-time combat. The PvP leaderboard ranks players based on their performance, with rewards given to those who secure top positions.
The PvP mode is designed to be both challenging and rewarding, with a matchmaking system that pairs players of similar skill levels. The beta also includes special tournaments, where players can compete for even greater rewards and recognition within the community.
In the story missions, players will encounter key characters, uncover ancient secrets, and make choices that will have lasting impacts on their planets and their relationships with other Godlings.
How to Join Apeiron’s Beta Playtest
To get started, simply download Apeiron for free from the Epic Games Store on your PC or compatible device. If you’re new to the game, you’ll need to create an account, which you can do directly through the game or on the official website. After setting up your account, log in and opt into the 1.0 beta release—this will give you access to all the features currently available in the playtest. To keep up with the latest updates, including news and community events, be sure to follow Apeiron’s official Twitter and join their Discord server.
Leaderboards and Competitive Play
Apeiron’s beta playtest is raising the stakes with the introduction of leaderboards, offering players a chance to compete and earn exclusive rewards. Running from September 5th to October 17th, 2024, the PvE and PvP leaderboards will track players’ performances in dungeon runs and competitive matches, rewarding the top performers with rare in-game items, NFTs, and more. The PvE leaderboard focuses on efficiency in defeating enemies and solving puzzles, while the PvP leaderboard ranks players based on their match outcomes and the skill of their opponents. Additionally, Apeiron is hosting tournaments in partnership with gaming communities, providing even more opportunities for players to shine and earn rewards.
Apeiron’s Roadmap: What’s Next?
Apeiron’s beta playtest is one of the first step in a much larger journey, with Foonie Magus outlining an ambitious roadmap leading up to the game’s full launch. Among the exciting developments is the upcoming mobile pre-registration, allowing players to sign up for the mobile version of Apeiron, making the game accessible to a broader audience and enabling them to enjoy the godiverse on the go.
Additionally, a new liquidity pool staking feature will be introduced on the Apeiron marketplace, where players can stake their $APRS tokens in the $APRS/$RON liquidity pool, earning points that grant access to a VIP shop and exclusive privileges.
The story will also continue to unfold with the release of Chapter 2, offering deeper lore, new characters, and fresh challenges.
Furthermore, a webstore launch is on the horizon, where players will soon be able to purchase in-game items and bundles, initially using PayPal, with plans to integrate $APRS tokens for transactions later. Finally, the mobile version of Apeiron is set to launch after the beta, bringing the full game experience—managing planets, battling foes, and exploring dungeons—to smartphones and tablets.
