General BETA test questions

[mgilmartin]

Hi Everyone,

Here is a quick place for you to post General questions about being a beta tester. Ask away, we might just answer you.

Cheers
Mike

[aTaRiFrEaK223]

How do you become a BT?

[mgilmartin]

Glad you asked.

go to www.betatests.net and register. Then you can apply for any beta test that Atari is running. We have many coming so register now.

Also stay tuned here, and you will start to see many threads talking about the joy's and trials of being a betatester.

Our goal here is to provide the ultimate Beta test community on the net, so let us know how we can do that via this forum.

Thanks
Mike Gilmartin

[aTaRiFrEaK223]

how many people are currently involved with atari's beta testing program??

[BetaTestAdmin]

There are currently thousands of active betatesters (mostly for Horizons), and many thousands more have registered accounts at betatests.net.

[neilstylez]

This might seem like a stupid question for you, but what exactly is a Beta test? I've heard of the term before, but I never knew what the definition was.

[Andro$]

in short a beta test is when a game/mod/map needs to be tested before it is released for bugs problems and other things that may need tweaking/changing before its released. the more beta testers u have to beta test games/mods/maps the more bugs you will find which is good for what your testing as it will get fixed - than have them release mods/games/maps without beta testing will have alot of negative feedback people saying (why hasn't this been tested)

So in other words its to test things thoroughly before it is released to the public. But there is always specific guidelines for each thing ur testing andhow to provide your feedback.

Hope that sort of explains it for you :)

[aTaRiFrEaK223]

Sorry if i askin to many questions but are you testing budokai 2???

[neilstylez]

Thank you. That was a beautiful explanation. I don't think that I would be a good Beta tester though since my computer is so slow. I don't know what is wrong with it. It's over five years old so I guess that I just need a new computer...

[PSgamer261]

What about Driver 3?...

[BetaTestAdmin]

Currently only our online PC games are being tested, but we will probbaly have online console testing in the future. Non-online games are all tested by our in-house testers, so no Budokai 2 or Driver 3 as far as I know. Sorry.

[Sadres]

What games should we come to expect in the near future arriving at betatests.net? Also, will we be notified via Mail when a new beta test opens, or will the applications we've turned in already just be continually considered for each beta?

[Seryllious]

Hello,

I have recently recieved my Horizon's Beta Test Acceptance letter informing me of my current information, CD Key info and some very Vauge instructions as to how to begin my Beta Test Experience.

I am wondering if there is a way to download the game, or if I am waiting for a Beta CD. If I am waiting for a CD, will there be an e-mail sent to me informing me of its delievery, or will it just randomly show up?

If I can download it, where can I download it from?

Thank you for any help in advanced.

Seryllious

[Sadres]

While there is an FTP site to download the file, I'm not certain if it's to be made available to everyone who got an acceptance mail but no CD, or just a few.

[Seryllious]

Thank you for your swift reply.

I guess I am just going to have to wait and see what an administrator has to say about it.

Well . . . Is there a way for me to request the FTP information from the Horizons staff?

Thanks again for any reply.

Tian

[Sadres]

Actually, yes. I pulled this right off of the members section of the Horizons section at betatests.net.

The Horizons CD image can be found at the FTP site. Please e-mail betatestadmin@atari.com if you do not have the login info.

So my guess would be this is your best bet. Good luck, and I hope it doesn't download corrupt like it did for me 6 times. ;) 7th time's the charm.

[Seryllious]

Thanks! I sent the e-mail, and hopefully I can recieve a reply within the next 24 hours.

Well, off to bed!

Seryllious

[jpbeta]

I signed up for Horizons Beta about 3 weeks ago and still haven't gotten a reply, will all people who signed up eventually get to test or just the lucky few that get picked?

[Seryllious]

Your chances of getting into Beta III are 1 in 22.5 (According to Tazoon.com)

You probably will not recieve a reply until they start trying to overload the servers.

Seryllious

[themavrik]

I downloaded and installed Horizons just fine.
When I run the shortcut it placed on the desktop, it takes me to the Istaria website login (I assume this is supposed to happen). I don't have an account there, so I go to register and I get an unhandled exception in ASP.NET from their site. Am I missing something blatently obvious, here? Or is this a problem I'll just have to wait out?

[Nightbirdx]

Very good answer there Andro$

[dragonfire]

Hi:

When will the Horizons European Beta Test begin?

Thanks.

[Archias]

Originally posted by themavrik
I downloaded and installed Horizons just fine.
When I run the shortcut it placed on the desktop, it takes me to the Istaria website login (I assume this is supposed to happen). I don't have an account there, so I go to register and I get an unhandled exception in ASP.NET from their site. Am I missing something blatently obvious, here? Or is this a problem I'll just have to wait out?

I'm having the exact some trouble -- any help by anyone would be greatly appreciated.

[Spekao]

My status for participation in the Horizons Beta testing has been at pending for 4 months now...is this normal, or have I somehow been caught in some horrendous vortex of inevitable pending?

I got my application acceptance email from Atari on may 19, 2003 and ever since I've been in pending status. :(

[Sadres]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but this thread is for the general sort of question, not tech support ones. No need to flood this one thread - if you're having problems, create a new thread about it. ;)

[Tanacite]

Do you have to have the full version of Unreal II to beta test?

If so, do you offer the download?

[Doppy]

Have they choosen the testers for Risk, Trivial Pursuit and Deer Hunter all for PS2 yet?

[AgentJay]

Hey, I've already been added to the tester list and all that but I have a question. I have applied to the PC tests and assume that they will be avalibe for download uppon acceptance. But what about the PS2 games? will you be mailing me a copy? or do I need to be within a certain area to pick it up?

I know the logical answere would be mailing it to me but in the past I've been unable to participate due to living in Canada or because it was required to pick up the CD from a given location.

[Kujaku]

How long does it take you for you to accept or decline someone?

[Camthorn]

Originally posted by Archias
I'm having the exact some trouble -- any help by anyone would be greatly appreciated.

I have the same problems and something different
I am using my e-mail adress I used at the registration and I get the error message that my e-mail addy isnt in the beta pool (when I choose beta participant), when I choose a payment with CC I get the error page like you.

[nTT]

Originally posted by Camthorn
I have the same problems and something different
I am using my e-mail adress I used at the registration and I get the error message that my e-mail addy isnt in the beta pool (when I choose beta participant), when I choose a payment with CC I get the error page like you.


Everyone with this problem should watch this thread which is prety obvious if you check thread titles:p

http://www.ataricommunity.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=316256

[Nefarious22]

is anyone else downloading or in the past download Horizons extremly slow... mines downloading at approx 6.8 KB/sec and its saying 30 hours!?! I mean if I could atleast get double that speed i would be happy is there any way to improve the speed?

[nTT]

Try a traceroute...if your connection is normal it just means the ftp server is occupied enough so that you can't ge t more speed. If not there could be a problem with your routing and the only way to bypass it is using an open socks proxy.

[Pyros]

Do you have any intention of using the "rewards" program stated, where experienced and helpful testers get priority over new testers? From what I have seen, it seems to be completly random. Please correct me if I am wrong.

[Nefarious22]

I got my acceptance yesterday and I dowloaded the game and am now registering the game. But it says my CD-Code is wrong...not long enough. my current code was sent when the acceptance E-mail and is 5 digits. Example: XXXX-X is that normal or what how do i get my code?:(

[Pyros]

Originally posted by Nefarious22
I got my acceptance yesterday and I dowloaded the game and am now registering the game. But it says my CD-Code is wrong...not long enough. my current code was sent when the acceptance E-mail and is 5 digits. Example: XXXX-X is that normal or what how do i get my code?:(

Either check your account profile for the game in question or email them at betatestadmin@atari.com to check if your CD key is correct.

[mgilmartin]

Originally posted by Sadres
What games should we come to expect in the near future arriving at betatests.net? Also, will we be notified via Mail when a new beta test opens, or will the applications we've turned in already just be continually considered for each beta?

We do not have a set schedule on what and when our next betatests will start. However as soon as a game is announced to the public, we try to get some news up on the site about a potential beta. We encourage everyone to check back betatests.net monthly for new mail.

Thanks
Mike Gilmartin
Atari Inc

[mgilmartin]

Originally posted by Nefarious22
I got my acceptance yesterday and I dowloaded the game and am now registering the game. But it says my CD-Code is wrong...not long enough. my current code was sent when the acceptance E-mail and is 5 digits. Example: XXXX-X is that normal or what how do i get my code?:(

You can also log into www.betatests.net and look at your profile. Your CD-key for the game is listed there and should be correct. We had a few people get chopped CD-key numbers this week.

Thanks
Mike Gilmartin
Atari Inc.

[mgilmartin]

Originally posted by Pyros
Do you have any intention of using the "rewards" program stated, where experienced and helpful testers get priority over new testers? From what I have seen, it seems to be completly random. Please correct me if I am wrong.

The Horizons Beta is random currently. We are pulling people from the system that meet our needs (video card type, connection speed etc...) However the rewards system is working and if you are in a BETA and submit a bug and it gets into the bug database you get points.

We are working out what the rewards will be and we will most likely see the first batch go out when Horizons ships.

Thanks
Mike Gilmartin
ATARI, Inc

[mgilmartin]

Originally posted by aTaRiFrEaK223
Sorry if i askin to many questions but are you testing budokai 2???

No This is a good question. However that title will not be in the betatest (driver 3 either).

Thanks
Mike Gilmartin
ATARI, Inc

[mgilmartin]

Originally posted by dragonfire
Hi:

When will the Horizons European Beta Test begin?

Thanks.

An official date has not been announced yet. However withour risking my job, I can say that it should start very soon. When more info is available we will post it for you.

Thanks
Mike Gilmartin
ATARI, Inc

[mgilmartin]

Originally posted by Archias
I'm having the exact some trouble -- any help by anyone would be greatly appreciated.

Please log into www.betatests.net and post this as a bug. We will collect everyone who reports this problem and try to resolve it for you ASAP.

Thanks
Mike Gilmartin
ATARI, Inc

[mgilmartin]

Originally posted by Tanacite
Do you have to have the full version of Unreal II to beta test?

If so, do you offer the download?

No, all our downloads contain only enough data to get you into the beta test. So this means that generally all the single player option and some of the multiplayer maps are not included.

Thanks
Mike Gilmartin
ATARI, Inc

[mgilmartin]

Originally posted by Doppy
Have they choosen the testers for Risk, Trivial Pursuit and Deer Hunter all for PS2 yet?


Some but not all. We will be looking for a large batch for Trivial pursuit very soon.

Thanks
Mike Gilmartin
ATARI, Inc

[mgilmartin]

Originally posted by AgentJay
Hey, I've already been added to the tester list and all that but I have a question. I have applied to the PC tests and assume that they will be avalibe for download uppon acceptance. But what about the PS2 games? will you be mailing me a copy? or do I need to be within a certain area to pick it up?

I know the logical answere would be mailing it to me but in the past I've been unable to participate due to living in Canada or because it was required to pick up the CD from a given location.

All console titles will be shipped on SONY media, so everyone in a console BETA will be mailed the CD.

Thanks
Mike Gilmartin
ATARI, Inc

[mgilmartin]

Originally posted by Kujaku
How long does it take you for you to accept or decline someone?


We never decline anyone (unless you break the NDA then you are rejected from the BETA).

However to answer your question directly, the BETA acceptance phase varies. We have been accepting people for Horizons for months since it is such a large game. Other games like Unreal 2 have only been accepting for a few weeks and will stop soon.

We try to get fresh blood into all our BETA tests, so if you apply to multiple BETA's you will eventually get in.

Thanks
Mike Gilmartin
ATARI, Inc

[Andyindy]

Im watching those Pending words carefully now. Soon they will change..... I hope.

*Andy*

[Dork]

Originally posted by mgilmartin
. . .
Other games like Unreal 2 have only been accepting for a few weeks and will stop soon.
. . .Don't say things like that!! Are you trying to kill me?

I applied weeks ago and my application still hasn't been read - (I can safely rule out that I could have not been accepted if it had been read).

[Doppy]

Originally posted by mgilmartin
Some but not all. We will be looking for a large batch for Trivial pursuit very soon.

Thanks
Mike Gilmartin
ATARI, Inc

Awesome man, I hope I get accepted. :)

[w0dk4]

Originally posted by mgilmartin
Other games like Unreal 2 have only been accepting for a few weeks and will stop soon.


Will there be a notification saying "the unreal 2 xmp beta test accepting has been stopped"?!?

Or are we going to see the "pending" message for years?

[Pyros]

Originally posted by w0dk4
Will there be a notification saying "the unreal 2 xmp beta test accepting has been stopped"?!?

Or are we going to see the "pending" message for years?

The NWN beta test (for those like myself who have been testing since the beginning of the system) still lists as a pending, despite the fact that the game has been retail for a year now.

[heygfy]

I have been tring to creat an account to signup for some beta testing but can't. It doesn't matter what user name I use it still fails and says to not use ('). I don't have that in my name. Any help?

[Pyros]

Originally posted by heygfy
I have been tring to creat an account to signup for some beta testing but can't. It doesn't matter what user name I use it still fails and says to not use ('). I don't have that in my name. Any help?

Their disk space set aside for creating new accounts is full, so new accounts are currently unable to be created.

[Ameth]

Where can I find information on how to use in game chat and is there an in game help menu?

[girl_1]

Is there a place where the NDA is laid out in laymans terms?

(i.e. general rules and expectations - such as 'can I say I'm a beta tester' ? and 'can I share info with other testers ?' etc...)

[Andyindy]

I think the NDA is given out when you recieve an accpetence of a beta test.

*Andy*

[girl_1]

I've read the NDA - I was wondering if there was FAQ that answered things in english not leagalese..

[Andyindy]

ha ha i see. I dunno just try asking someone who is in the same beta.

*Andy*

[Pyros]

Sorry, all NDAs are in legal terms to ensure it can be help up in court. It differs what game you're testing, but basically, it says you cannot disclose any gameplay information, technical details, screen shots, etc, of the beta. In some, it states you can't even mention you're in the beta.

[BetaTestAdmin]

As far as the NDA goes, it's pretty much common sense. You can obviously discuss anything you want to with fellow beta testers in a private space, such as on the private boards or in the game itself.

As far as with non-beta-testers, legally speaking you shouldn't even mention which game you're testing, but I don't think Atari is going to be going after you if you mention that you're testing Horizons to a friend of yours. What is a serious violation is posting information about the game in spaces where it can be viewed publicly. Discussing aspects of the game on a public board, posting screenshots, or distributing the game installer are all actions which could get you removed from the beta, and possibly have legal action taken against you.

Clearly, if you just stick to testing the game and discussing it in the places set aside for such discussion, there's no problem.

[blacken]

I can't find the info anywhere, but what ports are Horizons using to connect to the servers and what packets are they sending(tcp/udp)? Because I can't connect, all I get is them saying the servers might be down, but when i login it says that spirit is healthy.
So does anyone know what ports are being used, or where I can find this information since tazoon.com is down?

[r3b00t]

I've noticed you offer PC and PS2 beta's but will there be Xbox Beta's too? If yes do you need a debug unit or XDK/SDK to play them?

[Gansed]

I had to download Opera to be able to use the "Create your Account" page. I'm able to get through all the screens except it keeps giving me an error saying I haven't put in the minimum number (7)of password characters (I'm putting in 8 characters). Is this a problem other people are experiencing? I haven't been able to get an answer from the support/tech group. If I have put this question in the wrong thread, please forgive.

[NonnusGrata]

:sour:

Ok I have been accepted to the Horizons beta, I have downloaded everything and it all works fine.

My account name and password allow me to log onto all the places I need to log in accept the game itself.

It keeps telling me my name and password are not found. I have been trying for two days now with no luck.

I even tested it out trying to recreate the account in case I missed something, but it says the CD key is already in use and won't let me create a new account.

I am beyond frustrated.

All I want to do is log in, please.

[Dalsa]

I guess this is the place to call for help, though the percentage of us here are in the Pending Club, so all I can really do is say contact the Horizons staff, I'm sure its something simple or the forums would be filled with posts such as yours. Don't forget if this is a bug you've found, log it.. claim those points :D

[Hellrazah]

Hey, I just recently got accepted into the Unreal 2 multiplayer beta and is there a CD supposed to come in my mail box?

Or do we have to download the file from the mirror page? I'd perfer the CD itself because I'm not on DSL at this time, and will not be for a few weeks sadly.

Thanks for accepting me by the way.

[Pyros]

At the moment, it's download only.

[alboberries]

I downloaded all the horizons beta stuff, and when i tried to install it, it said insert disk with data2!!!!! but i already downloaded all the stuff! What disk!???

[FunkyJ]

I'm in Australia

what are the chances of my being able to beta test a game or three?

I have participated in beta's thru gamespy's registered members program, but that costs $$$ and I had to drop out.

[Pyros]

Originally posted by FunkyJ
I'm in Australia

what are the chances of my being able to beta test a game or three?

I have participated in beta's thru gamespy's registered members program, but that costs $$$ and I had to drop out.

Sign up at BetaTests.net. Being in Australia shouldn't make a difference, as you should still be able to play the game. Also, I beleive the Horizons beta test (not Europe) is the one that applies for Australia.

[MrFlashy]

Don't know if this is the right place to post but here goes...

Got my "you are accepted" mail today :D complete with key and everything. Tho no info. Checked the betatest site and found info for downloading the game atleast. But there and then it stopped.

It was no info on what to do next after you have downloaded. No info what boards to use (I have found that info my self, but I can't use it yet..) No info on where to register the game account etc etc.

So I am just wondering if there will be more emails with the complete information or am I left to dig the things I wonder about out for my self?

Thanks for the help!

//MrF

[Pyros]

I believe you use your BetaTests.net account as your Horizons account.

[MrFlashy]

Well I managed to think out how to get started, or access the needed account pages, but not beeing able to acess tazoon boards , or find more info sure makes this, well a investigating task to get started.

But since this forum is just for general questions, I am really stuck as I have some questions wich probably falls under the NDA...

So if anyone would know where i could go to look or where to send a mail for some answers, it would be most grateful.. otherwise I guess I have to wait until the Weekend is over and people are back to work... :)

Thanks again!

//MrF

[Snick]

prolly could have posted here...but to be safe i PMed ya :D

[Friendlyfoe]

Is there a seperate e-mail adress I can use to plea for a chance to beta test games other than horizons?

[Pyros]

I believe you can use the same e-mail. At the moment, it only applies to the Unreal 2 XMP and Horizons test though, as I believe they're the only open ones.

[witewolf]

I'm new here. Does it take long to get a beta? Is it just for fun or do you get payed?

[Pyros]

Originally posted by witewolf
I'm new here. Does it take long to get a beta? Is it just for fun or do you get payed?

Check out this (http://www.ataricommunity.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=322612) thread for information on how to get in. Also, the beta is used for players to find bugs and help straighten the game out for release. You're not playing it "just for fun", nor are you getting paid.

[witewolf]

I know it isn't just for fun. That's not what I meant. I mean it is fun playing games and trying to find bugs. I enjoy doing that. The not getting paid part well I just wanted to know.

[DokNuhuir]

Unless you work for a software company, or have been testing games for a particular company for a long period of time, you will not be getting paid. If, however, you do manage to get a few bucks outta someone, lemmie know cause of the 4 or 5 mmorpg's I've tested, I've got nada in way of financial compensation... not that I'm complaining =)

[matrix-morpheus]

hey im new here and have a few ?'s

1) does any 1 know were to go to beta test systems like phantom...

2)does any 1 know were to go to beta test xbox games?

plz tell me ive been beta testing computer online games for a while now and i wanna try platform games and systems for several reasons main 1 being that you get a free system.:D

[matrix-morpheus]

hey does any1 still come here??? can any 1 awnser my questions?
:cry::confused: :eek: :confused: :sour:

[Pyros]

Originally posted by matrix-morpheus
1) does any 1 know were to go to beta test systems like phantom...

2)does any 1 know were to go to beta test xbox games?


1) Phantom is not made by Atari, and they have nothing to do with it. For a good reason, it's a huge joke.

2) When they appear on the list. To date, only PC games have been tested, although a few PS2 games have sign-ups.

[v3n0m]

For every game you request, do you have to email betatestadmin@atari.com to get accepted?

and BTW, what games are currently accepting other than Horizons(PC)?

[Pyros]

It's only for Horizons, and you must use the e-mail listed here (http://www.ataricommunity.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=322612). Also, the only games that are currently under public testing are Horizons and Unreal 2 XMP.

[v3n0m]

Originally posted by Pyros
It's only for Horizons, and you must use the e-mail listed here (http://www.ataricommunity.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=322612). Also, the only games that are currently under public testing are Horizons and Unreal 2 XMP.

ok, i know about Horizons, I was already accepted :D

Do you gotta do anything like Horizons for Unreal 2 XMP?

[DawnOfFate]

hi :)

i just registered and im waiting to get my acceptance e-mails, if i find any bugs in what i want to test, where do i send them? :bulb: :D

[Pyros]

Originally posted by DawnOfFate
hi :)

i just registered and im waiting to get my acceptance e-mails, if i find any bugs in what i want to test, where do i send them? :bulb: :D

Once you're accepted, you can submit them via the Horizons section of your BetaTests.net account.

[matrix-morpheus]

:D well does any 1 know were to go to test ps2 games??

[Pyros]

Originally posted by matrix-morpheus
:D well does any 1 know were to go to test ps2 games??

At BetaTests.net, you can sign up to test various PS2 games. It seems at the moment though that none are in public testing, so you may not get in.

[matrix-morpheus]

thank you ill be sure to keep an open eye! thanks again:D

[Fishstick]

This may come over as a silly question, but does the beta require a Creditcard number in order to activate or register an account? I'm currently waiting for the login server to come up , but was wondering... I'm referring to the euro betatest.

[Pyros]

Fishstick, no, it does not.

[HavokGDI]

hey guys, i have been signed up for over a year and have requeted all of the avalible games, but i still have not reseaved a asingment why? i have a very good comp and have filled out all the info about my comp on the sheets of stuff, so any help would be nice, thanks

[CharlessRussell]

Atari likes to mess with things.

Some people will be served immediatly, some, in the back of the restaurant, won't see food the entire night...

If you hear anything from them, please let us know...

[HavokGDI]

i will, i just dont like waiting.......

[yariffa]

I created an account about 2 months ago and the only assignment I have is "Atari Betatesting System" and that's been pending since I signed up.....and I've filled out all of the information on my computer I can (except for screen resolution, it gives me an error when I try to set that), so......well it'd be nice to just be able to request new assignments, even if I don't get them.


So......

[HavokGDI]

Well i have about 5 of them, all of them "pending"

[Pyros]

Originally posted by yariffa
I created an account about 2 months ago and the only assignment I have is "Atari Betatesting System" and that's been pending since I signed up.....and I've filled out all of the information on my computer I can (except for screen resolution, it gives me an error when I try to set that), so......well it'd be nice to just be able to request new assignments, even if I don't get them.


So......

There is no current beta tests. D&D Online, Axis and Allies, and an unnamed FPS will be tested in the future.

Originally posted by HavokGDI
Well i have about 5 of them, all of them "pending"

Because the system doesn't purge them when they're finished :)

[HavokGDI]

grr, do you know when?

[Pyros]

Originally posted by HavokGDI
grr, do you know when?

For the beta tests? The only one with upcoming signups is Axis and Allies, which takes place on May 11th.

If you mean purging the database to clear out all the pendings, no idea. It would require the techs to do a lot more work, as they can't just wipe the whole thing because they want to keep a record of what users have tested what.

[HavokGDI]

ok thanks

[Yamisamo]

When will the Atari beta testing system be accepted cause i have signed up for about 1-2 months and it is still not been accepted

WHy

[HavokGDI]

i have been signed up for about 2 years............

[Yamisamo]

So why does it not go through
or is it supposed to do that

[Krystoff]

If you go to the thread named:

Which Atari games have YOU tested (http://www.ataricommunity.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=363057)

About half way down the page there is a thread by Betatestadmin that says:

Nobody will ever get accepted for the Atari Betatesting System (DB APP) outside of Atari, it's the bug reporting system for the bug reporting system itself, it's only displayed becuase all betatests all displayed on the requests page. At least you know we're not hiding anything.

HTH

Chris

[Yamisamo]

So do you need to sign up or just leave it on the request page

[Krystoff]

Not sure. :)

I had signed up but then after I read that thread I decided that it was a waste of space on my profile so I withdrew the request.

I would much rather have my other requests prominently displayed!

Of course, I could be totatly wrong in how they view the applications so it probably doesn't matter either way.

Chris

[Kutkiller]

I have subscribe for beeing BT and asked myself how many times it can take to be choosen for a game(everything is good for me)

[300Weatherby]

How soon before the start of a test are the chosen testers notified?

[Pyros]

Originally posted by 300Weatherby
How soon before the start of a test are the chosen testers notified?

Depends on the test, but usually 2-5 days, I believe. I believe they sent confirmation e-mails for Shadow Ops testers 2 days before the test officially begun, according to betatests.net.

[Zwerg1hero]

Hi

I have a question!

Do the beta testers get the full version of the play after the test also or not?
Do they get also no goodies?

[Pyros]

Originally posted by RoTzNaSe
Do the beta testers get the full version of the play after the test also or not?
Do they get also no goodies?

No, they do not get the full game. With over 2000 testers in some tests, that could prove really hard!
And yes, top testers and those who went above the call of duty get goodies.

[Bowarcher]

They do that now? I notice the NDAs still say that you will recieve no compensation for participation though. (Yes I actually read them ;))

[Zwerg1hero]

@Pyros:

so you can say, that the top100 in the Atari-Betatestprogramm get goodies for their work ?

[Pyros]

Originally posted by Bowarcher
They do that now? I notice the NDAs still say that you will recieve no compensation for participation though. (Yes I actually read them ;))

Yes, they do. Or at least, have on at least one occassion.

Originally posted by RoTzNaSe
@Pyros:

so you can say, that the top100 in the Atari-Betatestprogramm get goodies for their work ?

I doubt it would be something as high as the top 100. Considering that I would suspect only 1/2 of the actual testers submit bugs, and those who do probably submit very few, I would think the range would be a lot smaller to get goodies. I'm not entirely positive though, you'd have to ask BTA.

[oreardon]

I was wondering what does Atari look for in a Beta Tester?

Thanks

[BetaTestAdmin]

You are not gauranteed compensation (and for legal reason, and budgetary, betatesters are not paid), but sometimes we'll have special gifts for our best-performing betatesters. This is not always the case, though, so that's why we have to be sure that you're not expecting to get a reward outright, aside from getting to try the game before anyone else, and gett the chance to give your input, naturally.

What I look for in betatesters, aside from a fairly powerful system and broadband access, is the ability to find unusual ways of breaking the game, or exploiting its weaknesses, and the ability to articulate these flaws when reporting them. Forum participation and being part of the betatester community is also good.

[Zwerg1hero]

Yes.. that is the answer which I wanted to hear :).

I dont want material things like money etc.

Goddies are not expensive but a great gift 4 good work =)


thank you

[Cmkslivt]

If i create a sig or small pict of Atari with my name on it and writed down External beta tester ... is it against the NDA ? If you want i can make one and email it to betatestadmin to check if it can be valid or not :S

[trebster]

Originally posted by Cmkslivt
If i create a sig or small pict of Atari with my name on it and writed down External beta tester ... is it against the NDA ? If you want i can make one and email it to betatestadmin to check if it can be valid or not :S

Don't think that's against the NDA, i've seen testers of other company's posting on public forums that they are/where testers.
As long as you don't tell or show people all kinds of stuff about the game your testing, there's probably nothing wrong with telling people that you are a betatester.

[Bowarcher]

^
What he said.

And make me one too. :D

[Cmkslivt]

Small prob.. once i have the img... How can i put it in my sig if i cant put it with html or [img] !?!?!?

[Bowarcher]

Originally posted by Cmkslivt
Small prob.. once i have the img... How can i put it in my sig if i cant put it with html or [img] !?!?!?

Linkage. Or use it as your avatar.

[Cmkslivt]

damn :(

[sbob420_4]

how long is it supposed to take to get accepted for atari beta testing system? i Hve been waiting a year for that alone

[trebster]

You can't be accepted for that or so. They asked it some time a go and they said you don't have to bother. It doesn't make any difference.

[trebster]

I was just wondering, can everyone acces this forum? I don't mean the games specific forums but the 'Atari betatest community' forum.

Edit: sorry for the double post.

[nx306]

yes everone can access... but only directly or following link from www.betatests.net, it isn't visible on forum index

[trebster]

Originally posted by nx306
yes everone can access... but only directly or following link from www.betatests.net, it isn't visible on forum index

Thnx for the quick reply.

[Deg]

I'm filling out the form, but it doesn't have my graphics card (ATI RADEON X300). What should I do?

[Bowarcher]

Originally posted by degerminator100
I'm filling out the form, but it doesn't have my graphics card (ATI RADEON X300). What should I do?

Get a card that doesn't suck? :p

J/K, it's actually right here:

http://www.home.earthlink.net/~scout147/images/womJAXX.bmp

[nx306]

BTW imho general answer to that question shall be "upload DxDiag" file. I belive that if you have something not on that list, it will get added.

[CycloneGU]

As a background to my question, I am a global moderator at a growing gaming forum called Gaming Universe (http://forums.thegaminguniverse.com) and have been accepted into the Soaked! beta. My question pertains to a specific action I can take there at the end of the beta period.

Once the final beta has concluded, is it considered acceptable to - say, a week before full release - post a preview of the game, review-style? My feeling is it would create some hype for the game once it DOES come out, after all.

If preferred, I can limit to a preview the day it comes out, or something like that. I thought I'd ask before just doing it.

Cyclone

[nx306]

from my experiences if you wanna post some preview or review based on the beta it needs to be approved by the RP manager for the game, who is usually too busy to approve it so theres no way posting anything :) but i hope that i'm wrong

[Pyros]

Originally posted by CycloneGU
As a background to my question, I am a global moderator at a growing gaming forum called Gaming Universe (http://forums.thegaminguniverse.com) and have been accepted into the Soaked! beta. My question pertains to a specific action I can take there at the end of the beta period.

Once the final beta has concluded, is it considered acceptable to - say, a week before full release - post a preview of the game, review-style? My feeling is it would create some hype for the game once it DOES come out, after all.

If preferred, I can limit to a preview the day it comes out, or something like that. I thought I'd ask before just doing it.

Cyclone

Should they remove the NDA, then yes, you can. However, you wouldn't be allowed to use any screen shots from the beta.

[Vodhin]

does anyone know that this forum isn't invisible? You can get to it from betatests.net before you log in...

Just FYI....

[CycloneGU]

Originally posted by Pyros
Should they remove the NDA, then yes, you can. However, you wouldn't be allowed to use any screen shots from the beta. The good news is I had screenshots covered already. If I use ANY, they will be the public ones, not any I might take.

By a preview, I meant much like a normal game review, just talking about what the game will have and my opinions on how the game is/will be. If I am put much in awe from the game being tested, I would be posting a pretty good preview, which equals good hype. :)

Cyclone

[nx306]

Originally posted by Vodhin
does anyone know that this forum isn't invisible? You can get to it from betatests.net before you log in...

Just FYI....

hmmm, i cannot see it on ataricommunity.com forum list, so its invisible as it was meant to be invisible. The link leading here from betatests.net is imho intentional. BTW have you seen any link to this forums once you're logged in ?

[CycloneGU]

Originally posted by nx306
hmmm, i cannot see it on ataricommunity.com forum list, so its invisible as it was meant to be invisible. The link leading here from betatests.net is imho intentional. BTW have you seen any link to this forums once you're logged in ? Negatory. I present evidence:

Forum page (http://www.ataricommunity.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?s=&forumid=302)

You know what that is. Check the top of the page and see the preceding forum is "Atari, Inc." Now try clicking that.

Atari Beta Test Community is nowhere to be found. One of the lovely features of vBulletin. It can be done the other way too, invisible but to those who are allowed to access it, anyone else cannot access it.

Cyclone

[Pyros]

Only mods can see it. Why, I don't know. Maybe to keep spammers out, and keep only dedicated testers in.

[nx306]

hmmm... spammers are already there :)))))

[ProLen]

Hy there,

I'm from the Netherlands so I beg your pardon for my bad English!


Now my question:
I've registered at betatests.net and I've chosen for RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 Soaked! beta-testing. It's still pending. Is that a sign that I'm not in the beta-testing? Or do I have to wait? Have the testers already been chosen?


Sorry for that many questions........



Greetz,

Lennert

[CycloneGU]

It's still pending for everyone, even those with reserved posts on the list. Be patient. :)

I have to work on some scenarios on my drive 2morrow if time permits, before we get the beta. I want to finish some more remakes.

Cyclone

[nx306]

and if you're not accepted it will be pending forever :))

[ProLen]

Ahh.......that's than fine :S :P

But, when don't they chose for me by betatesting?

[nx306]

Originally posted by ProLen
Ahh.......that's than fine :S :P

But, when don't they chose for me by betatesting?

the chance are random if ya havent send your email in... so if ya not choosed its bad luck :)

[ProLen]

Do I have to send an email in? Where to? And what kind of?

[nx306]

Originally posted by ProLen
Do I have to send an email in? Where to? And what kind of?

you dont have to... it was a onetime action by BTA saying that if you send email youll be accepted, because there were some worries that there wont be enough participants... but thats closed now and you can view the list of those who did in main forum, so the only chance now is just random drawing... but thats 75% of the slots anyway, so stilla good chance

[ProLen]

I hope I get a place in the betatest! But we're al I think so......

[Chaopolis]

Questions on SOAKED! Beta....

1. The PDF manual link isn't working... is this just me? or is this a problem being worked on?

2. (stupid question) - FTP is for download, right?

[ProLen]

The pdf manual doesn't work for me too

[CycloneGU]

If you modify the URL, it works. I don't know why a bad URL is up on the betatests site.

Cyclone

[Katipo]

Darn now the link is gone altogether :cry:

[Chaopolis]

Originally posted by Katipo
Darn now the link is gone altogether :cry:

"Darn now the link is gone"

[Katipo]

When is the beta now due to be released. I thought it was coming out on Friday 15th UK time?

[ProLen]

Originally posted by Katipo
When is the beta now due to be released. I thought it was coming out on Friday 15th UK time?

I'm still waiting....it's the 16th now....

[DarknessDivine]

They said in several other posts that it will probably be Tuesday night or Wednesday..The 2nd emails should go out Monday and then the 3rd emails with instructions on downloading the game Tues, or Wed.

[ProLen]

Originally posted by DarknessDivine
They said in several other posts that it will probably be Tuesday night or Wednesday..The 2nd emails should go out Monday and then the 3rd emails with instructions on downloading the game Tues, or Wed.

Thanks for the information!

[DarknessDivine]

np ;)

[majortom1981]

I have a question.

Everytime i try to update my profile for my computer like processor and stuff it comes up blank.

I am upset because this is what probably got me to not be accepted into beta test for soaked.

I have a 4600 3.06 ghz dell comp with radeon 9800 pro

Also it still says pending on my app for testing onsoaked.

anybody help me ?

[nx306]

try uploading DxDiag.txt file

[ProLen]

I can't open the page http://betatest.us.atari.com/betamain.php ........ is that only by me?

[stefdg]

i can't load the page either
maybe they're adding soaked beta download or something

[ProLen]

I hope so! :D

[CycloneGU]

The main page appears to be up. The rest is incredibly slow, however.

Cyclone

[ProLen]

Slow? The 'login-page' is down.....

[CycloneGU]

Ah, that's what's down. So this is their revenge for those who found the manual. The evilness. :p ;)

Cyclone

[Beano]

Originally posted by CycloneGU
Ah, that's what's down. So this is their revenge for those who found the manual. The evilness. :p ;)

Cyclone
I found the manual, didn't save it to the hard drive like, oh well, I'll get to view it again soon, I found some stuff that I'm very pleased about in the manual but I'm keeping my big mouth shut.

I have to ask a very important question, am I allowed to post on the UK forums for small ideas that I could forward in the beta. I would only can I say I'm accepted into the beta (dont worry I wont brag). I promise I wont talk about the material of the beta when I get it (only in the secret forum).

[ProLen]

Where's the secret forum?

[CycloneGU]

All will be revealed soon. :)

Cyclone

[ProLen]

I can log in now :D
But.....there's nothing changed.............

[CycloneGU]

Can the table headers be reformatted? Light gray on a light purple background is not very pleasing for the eyes.

Cyclone

[ProLen]

When does the second e-mail come? I hope soon :)

[CycloneGU]

They said yesterday. I now suspect 2morrow, and the third won't be far behind.

Cyclone

[Bowarcher]

Originally posted by majortom1981
(snip)

Do NOT (!) fill in 'Screen Resolution'. For some reason, if you do, it will clear all your changes.

Just upload a DXDiag file or fill it out manually, but be sure to leave screen resolution alone.

[Zwerg1hero]

I have one question.

When a bug reports has the status "closed" did I find the bug?
(+1 to my scores)?

[rhyz]

got on the beta about 3 weeks I quess and put in for Dragonshard but atm it is still pending...Question is did I do something wrong or miss something or does it normally take a long period of time to be selected for a beta test?

[nx306]

i guess 3 weeks ago the participants for Dragonshard were already selected so no luck for you, unless there will be another wave of testers.

For the pending - in case you werent selected for a beta, youll see it pending for the rest of ethernity (unless you remove it manually), so its normal to see pending on past projects

[rhyz]

thanks NX, withdrew it and quess I'll wait it out for next beta test to open. really wanted to try it seeing as AO and Wow have both lost their appeal to me, GW is will have to suffice atm....:cry:

[Kumu Honua]

Never withdraw if you really want into a beta.

Some beta's have "Waves" and you might not have gotten in during this "Phase", but a future phase would grab you up.

[Unholyone1]

Do you currently have any console beta test running or are there any that i dont know about anywhere i can sign up for? Thanks

[nx306]

Originally posted by Unholyone1
Do you currently have any console beta test running or are there any that i dont know about anywhere i can sign up for? Thanks

i ahvent seen any console beta on betatests.net for ages, however IIRC there were some in the ancient times..

NX

[Pyros]

Originally posted by nx306
i ahvent seen any console beta on betatests.net for ages, however IIRC there were some in the ancient times..

NX

There were two PS2 games listed, but they never went into public testing.

[Nboy]

How Long Is It Usualy Before The Beta Realease Date You Find Out You Have Got It

[Bowarcher]

Originally posted by Nboy
How Long Is It Usualy Before The Beta Realease Date You Find Out You Have Got It

You'll usually get the acceptance e-mail anywhere from one to two weeks before the beta starts.

[Ediseye]

Ok, I am so happy..........I just got accepted!!! :D

Now I have a couple questions.

1. Will any new betas be going up?
2. Is the original Roller Coaster Tycoon 3 game required for Wild!?
3. Will Deer Hunter ever be up for beta testing? (Ex. 2007)

Someone that works at Atari or is a moderator, please reply as soon as you can.

Thank you.

*Edit*

I figured out the answer to question number 2. Please answer the other to as soon as you can.

Thank you once again.

[Bowarcher]

1. Will any new betas be going up?

As long as Atari keeps publishing games. ;)

3. Will Deer Hunter ever be up for beta testing? (Ex. 2006 or 2007)

Possibly, as I recall the last Deer Hunter was up to test.

[Ediseye]

Thank you for the reply.

It is almost certain that Atari will keep publishing games (unless they want to go out of business).

I really hope the new Deer Hunters will be up for testing. I like the series as it is and I would like to help it improve.

Once again, thanks.

[MarvinTM]

Glad you asked.

go to www.betatests.net and register. Then you can apply for any beta test that Atari is running. We have many coming so register now.

Also stay tuned here, and you will start to see many threads talking about the joy's and trials of being a betatester.

Our goal here is to provide the ultimate Beta test community on the net, so let us know how we can do that via this forum.

Thanks
Mike Gilmartin


Is the site still working?

[Pyros]

MarvinTM, no, it's down for a complete re-haul. Hopefully it'll up sometime soon though.

[MarvinTM]

cool thanks. I was hoping it did not stop like Actvision did.

[Yuri Kenobi]

sry, delete this. :|

[MSD]

For some reason or another I can't reach the betatests.net website is it having trouble?

[TerRain]

For some reason or another I can't reach the betatests.net website is it having trouble?
It's currently down and going through maintenance so everything is being done via email

[Dober]

I'd like to be a betatester, but the link www.betatesters.net doesn't seem to work for me. So what shall I do next?

[greywolf]

Heres a link for a new atari closed beta http://www.terriblesecretofspace.com/beta/use/Timeshift/form1.html
Called Timeshift A first person shooter
The beta test will be composed of the multiplayer game mode only, the purpose of which is to get your feedback on game tuning and balance, help with hardware compatibility testing, and also general functionality testing. Remember that if you are selected for the beta you will be under a strict non-disclosure agreement (NDA) which means you cannot discuss the product outside of our dedicated private beta forum.

[jtoast]

Is there anyway to update system info since the betatests.net site is down? Mine has changed significantly since I was here last and was hoping to update my profile.

[Peter2005]

I am interested in becoming a tester but live in the UK. Will I be accepted if I apply or have you got a seperate UK section.

[trebster]

I am interested in becoming a tester but live in the UK. Will I be accepted if I apply or have you got a seperate UK section.
As far as I know there aren't any restrictions to where you live. I'm from the Netherlands myself and I didn't have any problems. You can just sign up as soon as betatests.net is back up.

[eehbiertje]

As far as I know there aren't any restrictions to where you live. I'm from the Netherlands myself and I didn't have any problems. You can just sign up as soon as betatests.net is back up.

i am also from the netherlands..
i got my act of war cds all the way from france.. :haha:

but the game wouldnt start after installing it -_-' so couldn't test it :rolleyes:

[L Lawliet]

ATARI...I BEG OF YOU..PLEASE JUST HEAR THIS! AND MAKE IT HAPPEN



PORT DRAGONBALL Z: BUDOKAI 3 FOR THE NINTENDO GAMECUBE OR THE NINTENDO REVOLUTION THIS YEAR!




PLEASE A LOT OF DBZ FANS WANT THIS GAME FOR GAMECUBE...DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT!

[TheCodeBenders]

I recently started expeirenceing MAJOR lag times trying to access the site. I've been promoting the hell out of your games on my site, especially back when I had the F.E.A.R beta and I was loving the experience but now I can't get to your site :cry: It's still betatests.net right?

Well more reading has told me... no. Where can I apply for beta's as of now?

[Bowarcher]

I recently started expeirenceing MAJOR lag times trying to access the site. I've been promoting the hell out of your games on my site, especially back when I had the F.E.A.R beta and I was loving the experience but now I can't get to your site :cry: It's still betatests.net right?

Well more reading has told me... no. Where can I apply for beta's as of now?

Betatests.net has been down for a while now. If a beta is planned to be opened to the public, an announcement will be posted with details on where to apply.

[Marc Klein]

I got an email about RISK in beta and that we should head there to sign up.

[Cmkslivt]

I wish i had an email to betatest it lol... since the time i am beta tester i didnt even been warned heh :(

[BetaTestAdmin]

Once new development at games.atari.com resumes we'll likely do a beta for both the current site and content plus RISK.

Betatests.net should return (recoded and better than before) in a month or two :D

[Marc Klein]

Once new development at games.atari.com resumes we'll likely do a beta for both the current site and content plus RISK.

Betatests.net should return (recoded and better than before) in a month or two :D

Will we get an email about this?

[BetaTestAdmin]

I'll post something here on this forum and the Atari Play forums.

[sevey13]

Yay!

[ladydee31]

I have tried to click on the link that you posted below in order to become a beta tester. You've supplied the link www.betatesters.com in answer to a posting that inquired "how to become a beta tester." When I've done so I've either been sent to a search page stating that that page can't be found or I've got a page that was completely blank. I would appreciate any help that you could give to me in order that I may too become a beta tester.

Ladydee31

[ladydee31]

I have tried to click on the link that was posted this site in order to become a beta tester, I clicked on www.betatesters.com . When I've done so I've either been sent to a search page stating that that page can't be found or I've got a page that was completely blank. The posting appeared on the atari forum in answer to the question on how to become a beta tester. I would appreciate any help that you could give to me in order that I may too become a beta tester online game tester.

Thank you for your cooperation in the above matter, I hope that I'm not causing anyone an inconvience. Thank you again for your cooperation in this matter.

User; Ladydee31

[ActionBallMan]

Is there another way to get to www.betatest.net (http://www.betatest.net) because I end up at www.greatsearchresults.com?

[Bowarcher]

The site is betatests.net, not betatest.net or betatesters.com. It's not accessible right now, though.

[chifishman]

If you want to become a beta tester then keep watching this board... As Bowarcher mentioned BETATESTS.NET is currently being upgraded/re-written/modernized...

BTA (BetaTestAdmin) will announce if there are any games/products that need beta testing in this forum (not this thread). (which at the moment I believe are none). If he does and you see one your interested in helping out with then post a message in his announcement thread...

until then:
Sit back... Enjoy your time... Hope to see you in a BETA soon :D

PS he will also post when the site is back up... I can not wait either :atari:

[SoulKid]

Any update on this?

[SoulKid]

Any update on this?

Blah... I see the other sticky thread about betatests..... :noob:

[YellowZx5]

I see that the betanet is not working yet. Is there an ETA???

[[BFs]GBesaw]

I see that the betanet is not working yet. Is there an ETA???

See this thread for the latest ...

http://www.ataricommunity.com/forums/showthread.php?p=8099357#post8099357

[danhillman693]

I would'nt mind being a beta tester either.

[Longhorn]

I would'nt mind being a beta tester either.

Well do as previously posted in the thread, and if you feel you dont have time to read, you dont have time to beta test.

[BetaTestAdmin]

Hi Folks,

Because betatests.net is down, these days we do a simple online sign-up form when a beta is announced.

Just keep an eye out for these announcements and there will usually be a link on the actual announcement that takes you to the sign up form.

[NukeLauncher]

Do beta testers become game guides? I'd like to become a game guide.

[TiZon]

Hi,
I downloaded the beta for Test Drive Unlimited todya, now, i didn't know you had to be a registered Bèta-tester, so is here a possibility to sign me up, so i could receive a key..

Thx,
TiZon

[[BFs]GBesaw]

Email BTA with your interest/request. At this time, it may not be possible, but you never know :).

[TiZon]

Ok, well see... :s

[bangalord]

who is bta as may ask.
i want to be a beta tester , but i'm just good at race games i test mods for gtr2 and i was there when "that very big mod for f1 2000 from the makers of gtr " .
further i'm a macanic at stealth racing team,and i'm studiyng car mechanics.
so i'm quite handy with my pc .

i have a ? can i play tdu with a oc'ed 2800adm64 from 1.8 to 2.2gh adn 1gb geil ram and a seriouse boosted 9600 256ram atlantis , can i play the game

[[BFs]GBesaw]

who is bta as may ask.
i want to be a beta tester , but i'm just good at race games i test mods for gtr2 and i was there when "that very big mod for f1 2000 from the makers of gtr " .
further i'm a macanic at stealth racing team,and i'm studiyng car mechanics.
so i'm quite handy with my pc .

i have a ? can i play tdu with a oc'ed 2800adm64 from 1.8 to 2.2gh adn 1gb geil ram and a seriouse boosted 9600 256ram atlantis , can i play the game

BTA = BetaTestAdmin. BTA organizes, plans and runs beta tests. In regards to TDU, the open beta will be starting soon, tentatively Jan 22nd.

[bangalord]

so the open beta wil it have the near finiched physycs , and how open wil it be , becouse my mother stil runs the show here and baying an account won't go becouse of that?.

[BetaTestAdmin]

There will be no cost to you for the Open BEta. As long as you meet the system Requirements and pass the screening, you will be accepted.

[bangalord]

thnak you for clearing that up , anayway the peeps @ the mod team are thankful that there is a beta, il co back and wait and go back for some tetsing in gtr2 .
greeets

[Boundless]

Where should I report bugs (which I found in beta) and propositions ???

[[BFs]GBesaw]

Where should I report bugs (which I found in beta) and propositions ???

The confirmation email with your code has the link to the beta forums. You will find the information you need on bug submission there.

[Aartex]

I have been trying for while now and betatest.net is still unresponsive and I get the 404 error file not found.

What is the official way to sign up for future Atari Beta Tests?

[[BFs]GBesaw]

I have been trying for while now and betatest.net is still unresponsive and I get the 404 error file not found.

What is the official way to sign up for future Atari Beta Tests?

New beta will be announced in this forum. Details on signup will be posted here.

[GMT Lee]

Glad you asked.

go to www.betatests.net (http://www.betatests.net) and register. Then you can apply for any beta test that Atari is running. We have many coming so register now.

=========================================================

Is the Beta Test site having problems? I've been trying to get a glimpse of it since yesterday and the page wont load for me! :bulb:

[[BFs]GBesaw]

=========================================================

Is the Beta Test site having problems? I've been trying to get a glimpse of it since yesterday and the page wont load for me! :bulb:

The site is being reworked and is non-functional. BTA will post beta opportunities here.

[Preston0821]

Went to the link, nothing was working, would like to be a beta tester

[madskillz]

Went to the link, nothing was working, would like to be a beta tester

The first step to becoming a beta tester is ... read. If you can't read, you won't understand NDA violations and will get booted out. Read [BFs]GBesaw's post above yours. Thanks and have a nice day. :up:

[1nuker]

Omg Omg as I posted on other topic forums at this site I took a video game survey and it indicated that Baldurs Gate 3 might be coming out if this by some sort of miracle is true I assume Atari will be making this game I as of right now am indicating my utmost interest in participating in any beta testing that will come about for this game I am a Baldurs Gate series veteran and fan and would love the opportunity to beta test this new game.:up: :D

[sunfirehere]

I just downloaded firefox and I still cant get in.. what gives????

[playwitme2day]

I have tried to register, and connot complete it states fields required they are all filled hmmmmm
Barbara Byrne
:bulb:

[[BFs]GBesaw]

For the Atari Play beta, please post here and review the most current information on servers, etc. http://www.ataricommunity.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=624

[iwannawin52]

:salut2: :blah: Hi Everyone,
im new to this and im having a time trying to figure this out
Here is a quick place for you to post General questions about being a beta tester. Ask away, we might just answer you.

Cheers
Mike

[Adicted2this]

My SN was Sumerbreze1 and was in the beta area playing monopoly when i got a message saying i was banned .. could someone reinstate me as i did nothing wrong .. it was quite a surprise ..........

[Brianymusic]

i have always dreamed of being a game tester..i love games...but just a few quick questions...one...how do u sign up to becoem one?
2. do u have to live in the atari area where the company is located ?
3.do u get paid?
4. do u have to own the ps3/xbox360/and a computer?
5. how do u go about doing so?

[madskillz]

i have always dreamed of being a game tester..i love games...but just a few quick questions...one...how do u sign up to becoem one?
2. do u have to live in the atari area where the company is located ?
3.do u get paid?
4. do u have to own the ps3/xbox360/and a computer?
5. how do u go about doing so?

Ok ... here's what I know ...

1. I found a link on ign.com I guess you can e-mail forum mods about how to become one.

2. No - you do it online/offline. You report feedback on forums or in e-mails.

3. ROTFLMBO ... next ...

4. You need a gaming system - I did beta testing on the PS2, 360 and PC.

5. Either e-mail a forum mod or search google for beta testing.

Here's my experiences with Test Drive Unlimited.

http://www.abqtrib.com/news/2007/feb/17/willie-jefferson-i-didnt-just-test-game-i-got-beco/

[allimben]

yahtzee

[letitride79]

wondering if anyone know how get on to the online boggle?

[Rollercostertim]

Ok ... here's what I know ...

1. I found a link on ign.com I guess you can e-mail forum mods about how to become one.

2. No - you do it online/offline. You report feedback on forums or in e-mails.

3. ROTFLMBO ... next ...

4. You need a gaming system - I did beta testing on the PS2, 360 and PC.

5. Either e-mail a forum mod or search google for beta testing.

Here's my experiences with Test Drive Unlimited.

http://www.abqtrib.com/news/2007/feb/17/willie-jefferson-i-didnt-just-test-game-i-got-beco/

What does that mean sorry i don't know? It would be nice though if we were able to get paid.