World of Warcraft European Closed Beta Test Sign-Ups
Posted by Marcel Klum on 05 July 2004 - 12:20 · 11 comments & 1552 views
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#1 Posted by lnatan25 on 05 Jul 2004 - 12:36
- Well, signed up... Let's hope I'll get selected
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#2 Posted by Neo566 on 05 Jul 2004 - 12:36
- Yeah i signed up for that one, hope I get selected
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#2.1 Posted by Alderik on 05 Jul 2004 - 13:23
- I registered, too. Did they confirm your registration? I didn't get anything. I would like to know, whether they got all my data.
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#3 Posted by welshkid on 05 Jul 2004 - 15:21
- not fast engough to sign up
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#4 Posted by Alderik on 05 Jul 2004 - 16:52
- @welshkid: sign up will be available for three weeks! If you have problems: I guess you have to accept cookies and enable activex.
Good luck!
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#5 Posted by SIG on 05 Jul 2004 - 17:54
- Hell yeah!
If I get in I'm hoping to see fellow Neowinians in there
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#6 Posted by speedy_kevin on 05 Jul 2004 - 18:02
- Signed up
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#7 Posted by Lingwo on 05 Jul 2004 - 19:37
- I signed up, i am guessing they are going to select people during the 3 weeks i take it cause hasn't it already started?
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#8 Posted by Kerm on 05 Jul 2004 - 23:06
- Hopefull.
It will probably be based on your specs methinks.
In addition to game play and technical compatibility testing, the purpose of the beta test is to validate the distribution and hosting infrastructure in Europe and, in due time, to verify the localization of the game in French and German. This process will allow World of Warcraft™ to reach the high level of quality that has become the signature of every Blizzard product.
In Europe, Blizzard plans to host the game on local servers, with pan-European network management. Additionally, the game will be fully supported by Blizzard’s local World of Warcraft™ team, making it the first non-licensed MMORPG in Europe to have a dedicated regional team in place. The local team will be responsible for all aspects of game operation, including localized offline customer support, in-game support through game masters and community management for the game. With this team, Blizzard intends to affirm its commitment to the European game community by delivering an unparalleled massively multiplayer experience.
Building on the success of the Warcraft® series, Blizzard hopes to expand the MMORPG genre by creating a deep, immersive, user-friendly experience that will appeal to both veteran gamers and casual players alike. World of Warcraft™ takes place three years following the aftermath of Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne™, when a great tension has settled over the ravaged world of Azeroth. As the various races begin to rebuild their shattered kingdoms, new threats, both ancient and terrifying, have arisen to plague the world once again. Players must explore the lands of Azeroth, forge fellowships with other players, and build their strength in order to prevail. World of Warcraft™ will be fully localized into French, German, and English in Europe.
Best known for blockbuster hits including the Warcraft, StarCraft, and Diablo series, Blizzard Entertainment (www.blizzard.com), a division of Vivendi Universal Games, is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment software renowned for creating many of the industry’s most critically acclaimed games. Blizzard’s track record includes eight #1-selling games and multiple Game of the Year awards. The company’s free Internet gaming service Battle.net® reigns as the largest in the world, with millions of active users.