[quote]BETA isn't like BC2.
I think many people have forgotten what a BETA truly is. It's to test the game for bugs, and to see whether the functionality of the game works.
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The "Beta" is whatever the Developer thinks he needs it for. There are many ways of using it, for bugtracking or for promotion (very effective) And just because you say "that's not the true meaning", doesn't interest anyone as long as the Beta works for the devs as it should. No offense though, I don't want to sound harsh.

I can see what you mean Zez, but really, if it's for promotion, then really, trailers could take that part, adverts etc.

I know people use BETA's to get some people into the game, which is good for the developers, but that doesn't help the people who need to fix the game up.

[quote]beta for crysis 2[/quote]



Is there any confirmation that there will be a beta for the xbox?

Well ya most of the time beta access if for just a few lucky people.

[quote]I can see what you mean Zez, but really, if it's for promotion, then really, trailers could take that part, adverts etc.

I know people use BETA's to get some people into the game, which is good for the developers, but that doesn't help the people who need to fix the game up.[/quote]
Playing a game for yourself and finding it fun is way more effective then any trailer could ever be And no dev would miss this extra ad possibility. Secondly, it can serve as both bug fixing and advertising action. Some people will still report bugs, other will just have fun and buy the game later perhaps.

[quote][quote]I can see what you mean Zez, but really, if it's for promotion, then really, trailers could take that part, adverts etc.

I know people use BETA's to get some people into the game, which is good for the developers, but that doesn't help the people who need to fix the game up.[/quote]



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Very true. As long as the bugs/glitches and exploits are caught, a beta is always a good thing though.

[quote]BETA isn't like BC2.

I think many people have forgotten what a BETA truly is. It's to test the game for bugs, and to see whether the functionality of the game works.

A BETA isn't where you play the game before release. That's called a DEMO. I'm hoping to be part of the BETA, but of course, if I'm not entitled to it, then there's nothing I can solely do about it.

I think a lot of people will be disappointed with who gets picked. Either way, Crytek is the one who will be hand-picking the people to participate in it. I can assume Crytek will choose the right people.

BlackOp8XI, stop spamming. I doubt you'll get in.[/quote]

lol, you actually think post counts will count towards anything? And I wasn't spamming, I was just saying how I felt about this thread in 3 simple words. Its the same **** every thread I read

[quote][quote]BETA isn't like BC2.

I think many people have forgotten what a BETA truly is. It's to test the game for bugs, and to see whether the functionality of the game works.

A BETA isn't where you play the game before release. That's called a DEMO. I'm hoping to be part of the BETA, but of course, if I'm not entitled to it, then there's nothing I can solely do about it.

I think a lot of people will be disappointed with who gets picked. Either way, Crytek is the one who will be hand-picking the people to participate in it. I can assume Crytek will choose the right people.

BlackOp8XI, stop spamming. I doubt you'll get in.[/quote]

lol, you actually think post counts will count towards anything? And I wasn't spamming, I was just saying how I felt about this thread in 3 simple words. Its the same **** every thread I read[/quote]

Not post counts, but the quality of each of your posts is what matters.

BLAH BLAH BLAH, isnt really a quality and constructive post. If you dont have valuable input before a beta is released, then what makes Crytek think that you will have valuable input if you get into a beta?

The purpose of a beta has turned into a couple different things over the years. The main purpose is to test the functionality of the game, and to find bugs and glitches. Recently though, developers have stopped making demos and have focused solely on an advertising beta (preorder for beta, etc).

There is no need to argue back and forth what a beta is meant for, because it is the companies choice what the beta should accomplish. Whether Crytek wants a discreet beta to just find bugs and glitches, or a massive beta to advertise the game, is up to them.

Makes sense, still though, I'd like to test out the game that I know I'm going to buy. I'd like to trust others with thier opinions on what should be fixed, but it's always good to test it out yourself.

Beta's are always good for games though, hell if some other games had it, there wouldn't be issue of everyone exploiting a glitch, and no one would have to deal with it with the full game (*Javelin Glitch*).

Either way, can't wait for the chance to play the beta possibly, or to get the game.

I made no dictates in this thread, I simply quoted a fellow gamer, to point out to the many people on gamesas who expect and demand Beta, and we have seen this countless times in the large volume of,

(Wheres my Beta key),,,(Give me Beta)...( I didnt get my Beta )

Such threads have been repeated over and over, unlike this topic, that has hardly been touched on at all by comparison, and is simply intended to point out that Beta is not a garantee, costs you nothing, and will have problems, and constructive feedback is expected.

I have recently been involved in a Beta and the kind of mindless rants and rages given, far outway any constructive feedback, a situation that is ever growing, these people didnt pay for the Beta, and behave in a totally unreasonable manner.

This sort of thing could easily lead to different marketing strategy, likely akin to the older way of a site, where you have to complete detailed forms just to get the Beta, another possability is NO BETA, just demos,

I would hope that all those who want to participate in this Beta get that chance, and if this topic upsets anyone, no offence but deal with it.
:D

http://www.thatvideogameblog.com/2010/06/11/crysis-2-beta-incoming-is-selective/

Please read,

[quote]Playing a game for yourself and finding it fun is way more effective then any trailer could ever be And no dev would miss this extra ad possibility. Secondly, it can serve as both bug fixing and advertising action. Some people will still report bugs, other will just have fun and buy the game later perhaps. [/quote]

Hmm, never thought of that way. I guess you're right. If it gets new people into the game along with fixing the game for bugs, then I can see no problem with it. Thanks for giving some sort of image to me.

[quote]lol, you actually think post counts will count towards anything? And I wasn't spamming, I was just saying how I felt about this thread in 3 simple words. Its the same **** every thread I read[/quote]

If it's the same "****" you read in every thread, why did you post? If you ask me, why did you even bother? You just wasted about 5mins or whatever amount of time you did to make that post.

By the way, our posts are being tracked. So whatever you say may or may not jeopardize your chance in the BETA (If you're interested in the BETA, that is ).

[quote]http://www.thatvideogameblog.com/2010/06/11/crysis-2-beta-incoming-is-selective/

Please read, [/quote]

That makes me happy, that is how a beta SHOULD be done in my opinion. I would expect most of the crymodders and the guys still active from here to get in. I just hope that there will be enough beta testers in North America, because i dont want to be playing alone. :'(

Im still wondering what gamemode and what map Crytek will choose for the beta. hmmm... Maybe Capture the Flag on Central Station? That would be S|CK.

Talon, the stuff about the Crysis 2 beta, has been announced on various websites arround the globe. Many people who're not from Crymod/gamesas are now here, just for the beta mostily.

... Which is why I'm glad Crytek are hand picking the right people. I hope that's what Crytek are doing at least.

But even if not, I hope the Beta does get off though, I'm cunningly looking forward to what the next months bring.

You could go to gamescom. Perhaps you'll meet lee and blackmail him. xP

Dont get me wrong folks, I did say that I hope anyone who wants to test the Beta, get the chance to do so, the operative word being TEST !!. I reckon Beta should be Beta, and demo should be demo.

As Talon pointed out the two over time seem to have become one in an effort both to promote, and keep in step with competative marketing, but it is simply so damm annoying when you go to report bugs.

First thing is to check see did the issue allready get noted, take's a damm day to get past all the rants groans and moans, low comaprisons to other games, and general abusive attitudes of the
many who, just want a free ticket.

Then they find the bugs and glitches, and limited map venue, and you would think they paid like $500 or something for it, thats the downside that can come with the some of the people who demand and expect Beta.

Again this is aimed at no one in particular, and I dont wish to offend, but it did need to be said.

ich m?chte so gern crysis 2 zocken

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[quote]BETA isn't like BC2.

I think many people have forgotten what a BETA truly is. It's to test the game for bugs, and to see whether the functionality of the game works.

A BETA isn't where you play the game before release. That's called a DEMO. I'm hoping to be part of the BETA, but of course, if I'm not entitled to it, then there's nothing I can solely do about it.

I think a lot of people will be disappointed with who gets picked. Either way, Crytek is the one who will be hand-picking the people to participate in it. I can assume Crytek will choose the right people.

BlackOp8XI, stop spamming. I doubt you'll get in.[/quote]

lol, you actually think post counts will count towards anything? And I wasn't spamming, I was just saying how I felt about this thread in 3 simple words. Its the same **** every thread I read[/quote]

Not post counts, but the quality of each of your posts is what matters.

BLAH BLAH BLAH, isnt really a quality and constructive post. If you dont have valuable input before a beta is released, then what makes Crytek think that you will have valuable input if you get into a beta?

The purpose of a beta has turned into a couple different things over the years. The main purpose is to test the functionality of the game, and to find bugs and glitches. Recently though, developers have stopped making demos and have focused solely on an advertising beta (preorder for beta, etc).

There is no need to argue back and forth what a beta is meant for, because it is the companies choice what the beta should accomplish. Whether Crytek wants a discreet beta to just find bugs and glitches, or a massive beta to advertise the game, is up to them.[/quote]

I highly doubt this site is even being moderated, let alone checking posts "for quality feedback". One guy here was spamming like 50 of the same comments on one picture. Did that get taken care of? Dunno, but it was there for days. Look, you guys are obviously very desperate to get into this, but your chances are as much as anyone. If you want my advice, spend your time doing something better than hanging around here all day, unless you've nothing better to do, which you probably dont. Just sit tight, relax, and you'll see if you get accepted..

@BlackOp8XI

Yes it is moderated
No I dont think post counts for much
This is what Crytek said.

http://www.thatvideogameblog.com/2010/06/11/crysis-2-beta-incoming-is-selective/

and as I said, I hope all who want get, all I want is the finished product on my shelf.

As you found the time to come and be highly critical, dont suggest we got nothing better to do, I only checked in three times today, otherwise been well busy.

If you cany be constructive, why bother, as I wont lose any sleep at all over your comments,, doubt anyone will, no offence.

The reason I think for all the "Where's my beta" rants is that while this forum launched quite some time ago now, there seems to be no news at all. The mods are around but they seem to not be able to provide news because they are not allowed to.
It is the lack of news that makes some people who signed up very early in the hopes of prizes anxious, because they are left in the dark, and they really want the beta. So it is natural to ask.

The link you posted, guss, says that only some of those who signed up early will get the beta. That does not sit well with some people who were under the impression that all the first wave people will get the beta, and so naturally they want to know what is happening.

You will also note that that link dates to June. It is August now, and no-one knows anything, and that is why there is all the 'Where is the beta?'

People are just complaining, The only thing I have to complain about this forum is that I haven't saw the razor thing giveaway, and since my logitech keyboard broked, and I'm usin a microsoft wireless normal keyboard (it's impossible to play games online with that). So I want free things! =D

Dont know what "sitting on the forums all day is", because i only visit this site three times a day, i just have a lot to say.

And of course this website is being moderated... what would you call the CryStaff, a bunch of lazy bots? o.0

i am completely sure crytek will get the beta to those they choose.
and remember, they cant just snap thier fingers and make it appear. it takes time to get that sort of stuff made

@pizzathehutt

yup, take your point, but we have had no news about it in that time other than what the lik tells us, but throughout this time we have seen hundreds of people who seem to have no knowledge of these details

Tthey heard the word Beta, and jumped on the wagon, creating a new thread instead of reading the many existing threads that gave all the relevant info.

On the other hand some people, as you say, are wondering what is happening, and waiting as they have from the start, but paitiently.

The link is after all, the only information we have had since the outset regarding the Beta, and is pretty much what Crytek intended at the start, the point of the thread is just to remind the people who demand and expect, what the intention of Beta is.

I have first hand experience of bug reporting as i have said, and the kind of rants rages and so on, that these people post when they decide, even not having paid for the privilage, that they dont like it.

I meant no offence,