Is it me or is everyone here for Horizons only?

[Andyindy]

What's with everyone talking about Horizons. Fair enough it's a good game but is every Beta Tester here after that one game? Beta Testing aint just about playing the games you like. it's about helping out the Game Creators and the Publishers.

Come on guys get creative.

*Andy*

[fibulator]

They want us to work for free.

Our reward is Entertainment.

Why would I beta test a game that isn't entertaining... for free?

Would you do what you do for a living, for free?

[Mort_Q]

What the hell is Horizons?

Honestly, I've read the name on betatests.net, but I don't know anything about it.

[Pyros]

Originally posted by Mort_Q
What the hell is Horizons?

Honestly, I've read the name on betatests.net, but I don't know anything about it.

Horizons is an MMORPG being published by Atari. It has a few new features, like playing as dragons, that set it aside from the crowd.

Also, another reason why most people here are talking about Horizons is because since it's an MMO, more people get accepted into it then other games, because they need to properly fill up a repersentation of the game, which requires lots of people.

[Andyindy]

Fair enough. I aint a fan of MMORPG's so thast probally why im not interested in it. I like my single player FPS's like Half-Life 2 and Unreal 2.

*Andy*

[admdrew]

I think that most people here are signed up for the Horizons beta because of all the Atari betas, that's the most talked about (at least in my experience).

A friend of mine introduced me to the game close to a month ago and suggested I sign up and wait to get accepted (he was still waiting back then). He's an Asheron's Call player, so he's already a fan of MMORPGs. I'm not a huge RPG fan normally, but there are a few I like (the Elderscrolls series especially), so I was at least partially interested in this. The last beta test I did was the MMORPG (well, sorta RPG) Planetside, and that was one of the best experiences I've had in a long time.

Like Andy, I normally enjoy FPSs: DoD, UT2003, etc. and am greatly anticipating the release of Doom III and Half Life 2. I felt that Horizons would be a good chance to branch out into different genres. I've heard good and bad stuff about its main competition, Asheron's Call and Everquest, and some have speculated that this will best both of those games. If Horizons becomes the best online RPG out there, I'll be happy knowing I was a part of making it better (even if I don't actually play it once it goes commercial).

[Andyindy]

Yeah I agree. I have nothing against Horizons and I'd love to be part of the Beta Testing team for it, but there was a huge interest from loads of Beta Testers.

Thanks admdrew

*Andy*

[Doppy]

I'm here for the PS2 Betas...

[mgilmartin]

Originally posted by Doppy
I'm here for the PS2 Betas...

Cool, that is what we need.:D I can guarentee that as more BETA's open everyone will have something of interest to talk about here.

My goal is to build the best BETA test community on the net.

Mike GIlmartin
ATARI, INC

[Andyindy]

Im here for both PC and PS2 beta's. My favorite is the PC but I would like to help as much as I can with the PS2 Betas.

Oh and Mike Gilmartin I think you have built a really good Beta test community. Keep up the good work. :D

*Andy*

[mgilmartin]

Thanks, a lot of people went into setting this up and it looks like it is starting to take off.

Hopefully with a little TLC from everyone it will become the #1 beta test community in the world (I dream big).

Thanks
Mike "Gilly" Gilmartin
ATARI, INC

[Pyros]

With an active community manager, a great community, and a large operation like beta tests.net dedicated strictly to testing, I'd say it'll get there in no time.

[Andyindy]

Yeah that's right. If we all work together properly we can really help Atari out and make the next generation of games better.

*Andy*

[Xilimyth]

One thing I think I like about this beta testing "scheme" is the community. Lots of people to talk to and DEV/Admin responses. :)

[Andyindy]

Yeah I totally agree.

[Rikkir]

The best way to keep a system like this alive is communication with the tester on both an official setting and an unofficial setting. I believe this community with thrive and the will system flerish with all the feedback you provide.
GREAT JOB Atari, give Mike a raise!:up:

Rikkir

[Andyindy]

Here is a thumbs up for Gilly and the Atari team:up:

*Andy*

[fhuzy]

Hello, I've been lurking around here long enough thought I should post. I'm here mainly for the Horizons beta, but just got accepted into another one of the Atari betas, so I'm anxious to dive in and start testing. I hope one day my pending on Horizons changes, so I can get in and help.

I'm hoping Artifact is working well with their beta group to cut as many bugs as possible before release. I was in the AC2 Beta and reported numerous bugs, but like so many others where ignored. In AC2 beta I focused mainly on UI, and network testing (various firewalls/bandwidth throttling/etc). Hope to do the same once in Horizons.

-fhuzy

[Xilimyth]

I was going to register for the PS2 betas, but then my console dropped from the top shelf :(. *cries*

So Horizons it is for me until I can get myself a new PS2..

[Debralynn]

I am here for several different betas, but at the moment I am testing U2 XMP. :)

/me loans my PS2 to Xilimyth. ;)

[Andyindy]

I've appleyed for a few of the PS2 betas aswell. I hope I get the PC ones though as I am not a huge PS2 fan.

Infact im not too keen on consoles all together.

*Andy*

[Xilimyth]

Shame on you Andy....

A title like Hardcore Gamer and Nerd and you don't use consoles? Tisk tisk.. :p

[proudclod]

i feel a little lost, im only getting my ps2 in december(birthday) and by then, the ps2 betas will have already been chosen :(, and plus, ps2 is gettin kinda old, and ps3 is comin out in 2005, so a year after i get my ps2, ps3 comes out. DAMN THIS ALWAYS HAPPENS TO ME!!! (ie. psx)

[Pyros]

Originally posted by proudclod
i feel a little lost, im only getting my ps2 in december(birthday) and by then, the ps2 betas will have already been chosen :(, and plus, ps2 is gettin kinda old, and ps3 is comin out in 2005, so a year after i get my ps2, ps3 comes out. DAMN THIS ALWAYS HAPPENS TO ME!!! (ie. psx)

They'll add betas as the system goes on. By December, more PS2 betas may arrive.

[Rahxephon]

Well I applied for the Horizons Euro test and the T3 test, the thought of playing as a termintor in the battlefield 1942 engine appeals to me alot :D im kinda hoping we get to see some of the Hunters Killers in that game.

[Xilimyth]

Darned morality....

I didn't apply for the Euro test for Horizons :( Maybe I should move to Europe :D

[r3b00t]

I applied for about every game on pc except deer hunter because I don't like killing animals on that way. I'm hoping on a job in the gamesbusiness, that's why I have my own gamesite, I already worked for a gameprogram on tv, ... I write my own games, just the story and in my spare time I try to study c++ and some 3d studio max. I'll try all different ways to get in to the industry, I already talked with Nintendo but they didn't had any jobs left. I'll play lots of games and I often find bugs or things I would have changed, it's actually not fun this way. When I play games I often can't enjoy it because those bugs are in it or that I think what were the developers thinking. Some things are easy to make in the game but I wonder why they never added it...

Beta testing is just another way to try getting in to the industry... that's why I would test lots of games. I would even test kiddy games :D I don't need a reward like entertainment to beta test, it would be an honor to work allong with a project and help the developers.

[Xilimyth]

I applied for about every game on pc except deer hunter because I don't like killing animals on that way

You've GOTTA play Deer Avenger :)

BTW: I wouldn't play that game either, I like animals too much as well. Cat person here though.

[Pyros]

Originally posted by r3b00t
I'll try all different ways to get in to the industry, I already talked with Nintendo but they didn't had any jobs left. I'll play lots of games and I often find bugs or things I would have changed, it's actually not fun this way. When I play games I often can't enjoy it because those bugs are in it or that I think what were the developers thinking. Some things are easy to make in the game but I wonder why they never added it...

Beta testing is just another way to try getting in to the industry... that's why I would test lots of games. I would even test kiddy games :D I don't need a reward like entertainment to beta test, it would be an honor to work allong with a project and help the developers.

If you're looking to get into the industry, I recommend attending DigiPen. It's got great ties with Nintendo, and is only a block away from them. Also, fan sites help too as they build trust in your and display your ability to handle PR situations. And they build ties with companies.

[Elyssia001]

while i originally came here to sign up for the Horizon's beta, i've also found a few ps2 games that i find interesting, and i hope that i might be accepted for them too.

[Xilimyth]

Definately need to get myself a PS2 again. I think I'm feeling ill without it :)

[Darkhowl]

yep - nothing else - I have followed it from first post - will buy it when it hits gold - would like to help make it THE game

[r3b00t]

Originally posted by Pyros
If you're looking to get into the industry, I recommend attending DigiPen. It's got great ties with Nintendo, and is only a block away from them. Also, fan sites help too as they build trust in your and display your ability to handle PR situations. And they build ties with companies.

I already have a gamingsite which is better than just a fansite. I do the PR for my site so I have plenty of contacts. I know digipin because I already saw it on tv but I'm not planning to go to digipen. I'm from belgium in Europe and go to there will cust me a small fortune. And would rather make pc games than nintendo games. It's not really the programmer etc. part that interests me but it's more to get my ideas in a game :D

[Pyros]

Originally posted by r3b00t
I already have a gamingsite which is better than just a fansite. I do the PR for my site so I have plenty of contacts. I know digipin because I already saw it on tv but I'm not planning to go to digipen. I'm from belgium in Europe and go to there will cust me a small fortune. And would rather make pc games than nintendo games. It's not really the programmer etc. part that interests me but it's more to get my ideas in a game :D

Yeah, gaming sites are better then fansites. Also, if you're looking to have your ideas in the game, you probably want to be either a QA or a Producer.

[csoria]

I have a PS2 with a network card, and if its a genre I can find myself playing, I'll beta test it. I wouldn't want to be a bad tester based on my dislike of a particular style of game. I'm, of course, here for Horizons, but in the process, I'll beta test anything that looks appealing. I like to be entertained, but its nice to have value in the feedback process that goes into gaming. Its also worthwhile to build a testing network like this, from a developer prospective, you get to use the same beta testers over and over again whose input you value, and from the player prospective you don't have to go out looking for new content to test, everytime you log in, you get to see what new things the network has for you to test. Its a great setup with rewards for both sides, and I hope I can be a part of it.

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[VernerVK]

I signed up to betatest Horizons over a month ago but I got "pending". I'll accept any betatest game now.

[Pyros]

Verner, may I suggest you take a look at this (http://www.ataricommunity.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=322612) thread? It will increase your chances of being recieved into the Horizons beta.

[wedgie]

Being a hardcore gamer and doing something with it with other people can definitely help someone land a job in the industry. That's how one person I know landed his old gig at a game company, and that's how I landed my old job at a game company. It's not all fun and games though, that's why I left the industry. Games are just so much more enjoyable (for me) now that I'm just a regular fan again. ;)