I see this discussed with EVERY beta I play, and EVERY time its always the same answer, and I feel like it almost goes without saying.
People always want to know if there progress will transition to the main game once its released. And the answer is always no, you will start over. This type of thread has been created a bunch of times, apparently not many people check to see if the thread they are going to create already exists.
Has there EVER been a game that has said YES to this?
First of all, you’re singing my heart-song.
Second: Heroes of the Storm. They even gave you a little shiny medallion to show for it.
side note: I thought this thread was about giving something to players that participate in the beta (which they are). Personally, I find the title misleading. Thoughts?
Though, I don’t know what you’d have as an alternate title.
World of Tanks/Warplanes/Warships did it as well, from open beta to live.
I don’t know what the PC/XBox One beta testers get, but PS4 Open Beta testers are suppose to have the 26th Battleborn unlocked instantly once she is added in, without needing a command rank or her challenge done.
Noted, changed the title. I think it fits better.
I know that, but as far as progression, is that ever actually granted to beta players in the full game? Or is it just a participation trophy, like here, you get this first, or this special taunt, or this special skin, or yadda yadda yadda…
I’m strictly speaking progress. Has that ever carried over from beta to main game?
Yep
Like I said, World of Tanks/Warplanes/Warships did it with their open betas, basically it was like “Hey you did all this in the open beta, well game is live you still have all your tanks/planes/ships.”
Honestly, I don’t believe progessions made in Beta should be carried over. Many kinks are still being ironed out. Until then, players can use exploits and unbalanced characters to unlock progressions at a rapid pace. I do think there should be a title recognition for Beta participation however.
Yeah I agree that it should never because of the fact you can exploit any issues early on, but that’s just my opinion.
Wish i could keep my gear though going miss my lengendaries
Beta toons from battlefield heroes got medals to wear in the full game. Which was nice.
Confirmed. No progress carry over. You get exclusive skins for beta participation (for beta community goals). You also get the first dlc character for free. If you got the season pass and play beta, you’ll also get a key to instantly unlock any one character for play upon launch.