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VR Multiplayer Hero Shooter ‘X8’ to Host Second Closed Beta Test

Players are invited to apply to the closed beta through the game’s official Discord channel

 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. - March 13, 2023 - Thirdverse, Co., Ltd, a leading game developer and publisher in the virtual reality space, announced that it is seeking fans of multiplayer hero shooters to test their skills in the second closed beta test for its upcoming title, X8. Since the first closed beta test, Thirdverse has added several new features based on feedback from the community. In the upcoming closed beta test, players will team up in 5v5 combat, embodying a variety of distinct heroes who battle alongside and against each other using interactive abilities and unique weapons. In addition, game credits will be distributed to VIP performers.

 
Players can apply for a chance to enter the X8 closed beta by completing the application form found on the #join-the-beta page here: https://discord.gg/x8vr
 
Check out the X8 website here: https://playx8vr.com/


Dax Berg, Thirdverse VP of US Studios and Project Lead on X8, said: "We are incredibly excited to showcase our newest Beta build to our rapidly growing community. The dev team combed through all of the ideas from our initial testing session and based on these requests they have added several core new features and dozens of game polishing ideas. Player feedback is a top priority for us and this Beta session will be critical in determining the priorities of our production roadmap moving forward." 
 
About X8
In X8, a mysterious digital cataclysm has forced a reboot of all contemporary shooters. Heroes from different FPS franchises find themselves crossing paths back to their common ancestor game engine. Players will compete across several maps to restore their source worlds and rebuild their path home.
 
About the Gameplay
X8 features a diverse cast of heroes who engage in thrilling battles with interactive abilities and unique weapons. Each hero has access to three abilities: Instant, Basic, and Ultimate, and their hero-specific items offer situational advantages. Additionally, players can choose from an extensive range of weapons, armor, and items that are unique to their character. Before each battle round, players can customize each hero's loadout and acquire dozens of abilities. Furthermore, players can use their funds from subsequent rounds to purchase additional armaments.
 
About the Game Mode
X8's gameplay revolves around two teams (up to 5v5) playing up to 16 rounds, with attackers placing a detonation device called ‘Syphon' while defenders attempt to disrupt deployment or defuse it. Attackers must place the Syphon in specific locations on the map to initiate the detonation process, then defend the device until the timer counts down to zero. Defenders, on the other hand, must prevent deployment of the opposing team's Syphon by deactivating it within 30 seconds using ‘The Defuser,’ eliminating all attackers, or disrupting the deployment process. Each player can only launch one sortie per round, and eliminating the other team will determine the round's winners.
 
Note: multiple game modes are planned for the future.
 
Product Overview:

  • Supported Platforms: Meta Quest 2, Playstation VR2, PCVR
  • Title: X8
  • Genre: VR Multiplayer Hero Shooter
  • Price: to be announced
  • Release: Spring 2023
  • Players: 5v5, up to 10 players
  • Teaser Website: https://playx8vr.com/ 

Coming Soon Page Links:

Meta Quest: https://www.oculus.com/experiences/quest/4518172508241377/
Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1763510/X8/
 
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About Thirdverse, Co., Ltd
Founded in 2020, Thirdverse, Co., Ltd is a virtual reality and Web3 game development, distribution and management company paving the path to the metaverse with two studios in Japan and the United States. In 2019, the studio released the world’s first VR multiplayer sword-fighting action game, SWORDS of GARGANTUA. In August 2022, the studio launched its next-generation sword-fighting VR title “ALTAIR BREAKER'' for Meta Quest 2 and PCVR. In September, Thirdverse announced a new VR multiplayer hero shooter title called “X8'' developed by its US Studio, they announced that both titles are joining the lineup for PlayStation®VR2. Currently, Thirdverse plans to strengthen the recruitment of VR game creators for the development of new titles, scheduled for release in 2023 and beyond. For more information, visit www.thirdverse.io.