I finally got into the Section 8 BETA - it looks pretty cool..
I'll see if I'm allowed to post screenshots..
Balls to teh rulez: -
http://www.wegame.com/watch/Section_8_Global_BETA/Also, if you fancy joining, the BETA is open to all.
TimeGate Studios is excited to announce that our upcoming sci-fi first person shooter, Section 8, is now in Open Beta for North America, Europe, and Australia! New recruits will only need a free File Planet account to download the game, so get ready to burn-in to the next big FPS of 2009!
By participating in the Open Beta, you will get a first look at Section 8’s online multiplayer mode with two of the maps from the final game, as well as a variety of some of the vehicles, weapons, deployables, missions, and equipment.
To enlist, please follow these instructions:
1) Visit:
http://www.fileplanet.com/promotions/section-8/- You will need a free FilePlanet, IGN, or GameSpy account
- You do not need to be a FilePlanet “Subscriber”
2) Complete the sign-up process to receive your CD-Key and a link to your Section 8 Download
3) Create an account here in the Section 8 forums, and join our growing community!
Enlist today, and look forward to Section 8 being out on store shelves for the PC and Xbox 360 this September. See you in-game!
System Requirements:
- OS: Windows Vista SP1 / Windows XP SP3
- Processor: Pentium 4 3Ghz or higher
- RAM: 1GB XP, 2GB Vista
- Memory: 6 GB free hard drive space
- Video Card: NVIDIA GeForce 7800, ATI X1800 or better with DirectX 9c, Shader 3.0, 256 MB
It's pretty sweet.
Not sure if they're gonna introduce vehicle maps - but then it probably doesn't need them tbh.