Final Fantasy XI Online public beta test now accepting applications

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Square Enix USA is now accepting applications for the public beta test program for FINAL FANTASY® XI, the latest installment in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series and first massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) for the series. Preparation is underway for the North American release of the title, which will be available for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system and for the PC. FINAL FANTASY XI is the world's first major cross-platform MMORPG, allowing players to connect to and communicate in the same exact world regardless of their gaming platform.

For the first time ever, players from around the globe will unite in the world of "Vana'diel" where they can personalize their characters, play at their own pace, form parties and alliances with other players, and embark on multiple adventures through vast environments. Players will also become immersed in an expansive, original storyline that includes quests and boss battles. They can participate in missions either alone or with other party members and acquire skills such as alchemy, leatherworking, jewel crafting, fishing and many more. Various communications tools have been incorporated into FINAL FANTASY XI to assist communication between players, including easy-to-use chat and messaging systems.


Requirements for the beta test program are:

NOTE: You may apply to only one version of the Public Beta test. An undisclosed number of players will be selected and notified of their acceptance. Please review the requirements below for the PlayStation 2 and Windows® platforms before selecting the appropriate application form. Applying to both versions of the Public Beta may completely disqualify you from participating.



Requirements for PlayOnline Public Beta version for PlayStation 2
- PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system
- Network Adaptor (for PlayStation 2)
- Internet connection (56k or greater) Requirements for PlayOnline Public Beta version for Windows®
- Pentium® III 800Mhz
- Windows® 98/98SE/ME/2000/XP
- DirectX® 8.1 (included)
- 32MB Direct3D compatible AGP video card
- 128MB RAM
- CD-ROM drive
- 5GB of free hard drive space
- Internet connection (56k or greater)

Requirements for PlayOnline Public Beta version for Windows®
- Pentium® III 800Mhz
- Windows® 98/98SE/ME/2000/XP
- DirectX® 8.1 (included)
- 32MB Direct3D compatible AGP video card
- 128MB RAM
- CD-ROM drive
- 5GB of free hard drive space
- Internet connection (56k or greater)

Players who would like to be one of the first to explore the world of FINAL FANTASY XI can apply for the public beta test program on the Square Enix USA website or they can go directly to the application form.

FINAL FANTASY XI will incorporate new features as well as retain familiar ones from the FINAL FANTASY series. Fans of the series will be pleased to find that both versions of FINAL FANTASY XI will contain the same award-winning visual style and deep, progressive storyline that has made FINAL FANTASY one of the top-selling and most popular video game series in the world.




Good luck to everybody
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ViperV990

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Originally posted by: DaWhim
Originally posted by: AgentDib
Unfortunately, no.

Don't forget Planetside and Eve Online while you are at it!
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planetside beta disc is on the way. should be receiving it today :)

just signed up for this
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Mmmmh, I don't see any mention of a CD anywhere... I'm downloading the game itself right now thru the "launch pad."

Just want to know if I missed something.
 
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cliftonite

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Originally posted by: ViperV990
Originally posted by: DaWhim
Originally posted by: AgentDib
Unfortunately, no.

Don't forget Planetside and Eve Online while you are at it!
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planetside beta disc is on the way. should be receiving it today :)

just signed up for this
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Mmmmh, I don't see any mention of a CD anywhere... I'm downloading the game itself right now thru the "launch pad."

Just want to know if I missed something.
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where is the signup page for the planetside beta? or is it too late?
 
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ViperV990

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Edit: This is for PlanetSide only.

Sign up instruction:

Click on "Apply for beta now" in the bottom of the main image, right above the headlines. Fill out the forms. If you get accepted you'll receive an email in a few days. Download the launcher app (link is in the email), run it, log in (twice), enter the conformation code (in the email also) and it'll start downloading the game itself.

Tip: start the download right before you go to bed, it takes a LONG while.
 
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huesmann

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Originally posted by: iwearnosox
I've been doing the star wars galaxies beta, it's not fun.
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Is there an NDA or can you give us a little dirt on why it's not fun?
 
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SpideyCU

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It's about time. Good thing we're mostly PC folk, we don't have to splurge for the extra hardware for a PS2, can use what we've already got. ;)

I'm amused that so many people are pissed off that this is a "non-traditional" Final Fantasy that has a regular series number. It's a NAME for the game...it doesn't change anything. But some of these hardcore RPG people can get really anal...
 
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Challenger

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Never done a beta test before,lets see if I get in on this.Anybody who has beta teted before what all is involved ?
 
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SpideyCU

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I've only gotten in on the beta tests for Diablo II and the Warcraft III Expansion (currently ongoing). You basically play the game like you normally would any other, but try to keep an eye out for bugs, problems, or heavy imbalances. When you do find one, you report it, or at least you're supposed to. The company running the show wants feedback, because they're not only doing testing from their end, but you may find something they won't.

The one annoying thing is that when a bug or big imbalance is discovered, people will run around abusing it until a patch is released to address it. But something you've gotta deal with if you want to play the game before the rest of the public does.
 
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Originally posted by: Challenger
Never done a beta test before,lets see if I get in on this.Anybody who has beta teted before what all is involved ?
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Beta tested the PS2 network adaptor, SOCOM, and Twisted Metal Black Online. Good fun plus you get the products for free when they're finalized and released.

Typically companies want to know about problems, bugs, and your overall experience with their product.
 
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SpideyCU

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Originally posted by: Oaf357
Good fun plus you get the products for free when they're finalized and released.
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This isn't always true. It's never been true for some companies like Blizzard. Given Square-Enix's financial situation I have doubts whether they'll give the game away to the beta testers. While it's true that the majority of the money will come in from the online fees, I'm still not sure the testers will get the game for free when it goes gold.
 
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