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PlayStation is expanding its beta testing beyond the scope of system software. Today, they announced a brand-new PlayStation beta program that will see gamers potentially try out and test new games across PS5 and PC, new console features, and other PlayStation experiences.
Registration is officially open to all who have access to a PlayStation account.
PlayStation Beta Program Expands With New Features, and to PC
As announced on the official PlayStation Blog, registration for PlayStation’s new bet program is now open to all PlayStation Network account holders. Previously, their beta program was strictly related to console firmware updates and features, but with this new rollout, gamers will have the opportunity to test out features across several different PlayStation-related things, such as the PlayStation App, website, and even games on PC.
Sid Shuman, Senior Director and Sony Interactive Entertainment Content Communications had this to say about the new program:
“The Beta Program at PlayStation will create an easy, centralized place for you to register your interest in a range of future PlayStation betas. A single registration for Beta Program at PlayStation will allow you to express interest in gaining beta access to test participating games for the PS5 console and PC, new PS5 console features, PlayStation App features, and even user experience features on PlayStation.com. You only need to sign up once to express interest in these various betas, and if you receive an invitation to a specific beta, it’s up to you to decide whether you’d like to participate or not.”
Potential beta tests include the following:
- Playtest games on your PS5 Console – Get access to new games and give us your expert opinion to influence improvements before release day. Testing focus areas may include game concepts, and trials at early, mid, or later stages of game development.
- Playtest games on your PC – Get your hands on new games at various stages of development to help us create incredible PlayStation experiences on PC.
- PS5 console features – Play your part in testing new on-console functionality, system software and innovations. This may include appraising features, providing feedback on design and usability, or participating in surveys about existing features and cutting-edge concepts.
- PlayStation App features – Help us evolve and enhance our mobile app by evaluating current features, experimenting with new updates and designs, and letting us know what you think.
- PlayStation.com features – Be among the first to explore exciting new website features, content and updates, and give us your feedback to help shape an even better online experience for everyone.
He notes that sign-up does not guarantee test access; it only enables you to be considered for one.
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