The Beacon Global Playtest: Ready for Adventure?

From September 4 to 7, 2025, The Beacon will host a Public Playtest on the Epic Games Store, open and free for all players. During these four days, participants will be able to experience a renewed version of the game, designed both for those who missed Phase 2 and for those who want to discover the latest updates.

Rewards for Participants

Players who join the event will receive the Adventurer’s Backpack, an account-bound cosmetic item that will be delivered once the playtest ends. The Seeker’s Cloak will also be available, a unique NFT obtainable only through collaborations with creators and community game nights.

In addition, the developers confirmed that all pending rewards from previous phases will be distributed after the event, including the Wings from Phase 1 and prizes from the Year of the Serpent Tournament.

Path to Season 1

The September playtest marks a turning point in the development strategy. What was previously referred to as “Phase 3” will now be integrated directly into Season 1, scheduled for the first quarter of 2026.

This season will introduce a new biome, never-before-seen creatures, additional weapons, procedurally generated dungeons, and an online multiplayer mode with a strong social component.

Before the launch of Season 1, pre-season events will take place in the last quarter of 2025. These will test key systems and offer rewards that can be carried over to the full season. Looking further ahead, the developers also announced that in 2026 they plan to hold a Token Generation Event (TGE), which will reveal details about the game’s internal economy.

Community and Tournament

Once the playtest concludes, an official tournament will be organized in partnership with a strategic ally that has not yet been announced. This tournament will serve both to test competitive mechanics and to strengthen community engagement with special prizes.

Looking Ahead

The event on Epic Games Store will serve as a bridge between the past and the future of The Beacon. For some players, it will be the first opportunity to explore its dungeons and combat systems, while for others it will mark the beginning of a more ambitious phase in the game’s development.

More than just a technical test, this playtest represents the gateway to a growing universe — one that aims to evolve constantly and be shaped by the community that supports it.