How do we apply to be a GW beta tester? - Guild Wars Forums

Enchanted Warrior · Nov 20, 2006, 05:01 PM // 17:01

As the saying goes "If you are not part of the solution you are part of the problem". To that end I have beta tested other software, used to NDA's etc, and would like to know the criteria etc. Judging from the bug thread and it's size, I think they need a lot more testers.

Coridan · Nov 20, 2006, 05:08 PM // 17:08

pretty sure that all beta testing slots are filled and i would imagine it would be doubtful if they selected anyone new or if they did that it would be open to any and all. If for some reason they needed other testers I think they would go to the "so called" elite players and recruite them. Just my 2 pennies worth :P

Sekkira · Nov 20, 2006, 05:08 PM // 17:08

Find an alpha tester and ask nicely for them to give you an invite.

Enchanted Warrior · Nov 20, 2006, 05:10 PM // 17:10

Alpha ware.. *shudder* install and pray LOL ok thanks

Mercury Angel · Nov 20, 2006, 05:10 PM // 17:10

Beta Weekend Events are typically open, or semi-open events.

Beta testing for Guild Wars is often referred to as Alpha testing, though it's technically by definition of the Beta variety, and is furnished by players through a referral/invite-only system, as I understand it.

Longtime/productive testers earn invitations and bring in other individuals as they see fit, who sign an NDA, and then wait for approval.

Perhaps someone with actual experience can give a more detailed summary, but the key point remains that one can not actually 'apply' for beta testing.

Lmao Roflus · Nov 20, 2006, 06:42 PM // 18:42

To gain membership you have to either be the son of a beta tester or save the life of a beta tester.

But seriously, I'm pretty sure Anet already has numerous testers they keep in contact with for feedback and whatnot.

Insuscient Ranger · Nov 20, 2006, 07:03 PM // 19:03

I got a freind who was an Alpha Tester. He said he signed something, and he wasnt aloud to tell me nothing. He tested for Factions, and he is probly noticed as an "Elite PLayer". He was invited by a freind of his who was in his PvP guild. I asked him how to become a tester and all he told me was "You need to be reconized from an Anet worker, or from another Beta Tester who is able to invite you". THis was a while back and I do know this kid for "Making things up".

So i dont know how accuret this acually is, but thats what i know....

Wonder what they say if i sent them an email or support or whatever, and asked how to become a beta tester..

Enchanted Warrior · Nov 20, 2006, 07:08 PM // 19:08

That actually explains a lot. Ok thanks.

Nov 20, 2006, 05:01 PM // 17:01	#1
Enchanted Warrior Wilds Pathfinder Join Date: Jul 2006 Profession: W/Mo	How do we apply to be a GW beta tester? As the saying goes "If you are not part of the solution you are part of the problem". To that end I have beta tested other software, used to NDA's etc, and would like to know the criteria etc. Judging from the bug thread and it's size, I think they need a lot more testers.

Nov 20, 2006, 05:08 PM // 17:08	#2
Coridan Forge Runner Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: US Guild: Old Married Gamers {OMG} Profession: W/	pretty sure that all beta testing slots are filled and i would imagine it would be doubtful if they selected anyone new or if they did that it would be open to any and all. If for some reason they needed other testers I think they would go to the "so called" elite players and recruite them. Just my 2 pennies worth :P

Nov 20, 2006, 05:08 PM // 17:08	#3
Sekkira Forge Runner Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Canberra, AU	Find an alpha tester and ask nicely for them to give you an invite.

Nov 20, 2006, 05:10 PM // 17:10	#4
Enchanted Warrior Wilds Pathfinder Join Date: Jul 2006 Profession: W/Mo	Alpha ware.. shudder install and pray LOL ok thanks

Nov 20, 2006, 05:10 PM // 17:10	#5
Mercury Angel Avatar of Gwen Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Wandering my own road.	Beta Weekend Events are typically open, or semi-open events. Beta testing for Guild Wars is often referred to as Alpha testing, though it's technically by definition of the Beta variety, and is furnished by players through a referral/invite-only system, as I understand it. Longtime/productive testers earn invitations and bring in other individuals as they see fit, who sign an NDA, and then wait for approval. Perhaps someone with actual experience can give a more detailed summary, but the key point remains that one can not actually 'apply' for beta testing.

Nov 20, 2006, 06:42 PM // 18:42	#6
Lmao Roflus Ascalonian Squire Join Date: Nov 2006 Guild: NG Profession: R/Mo	To gain membership you have to either be the son of a beta tester or save the life of a beta tester. But seriously, I'm pretty sure Anet already has numerous testers they keep in contact with for feedback and whatnot.

Nov 20, 2006, 07:03 PM // 19:03	#7
Insuscient Ranger Lion's Arch Merchant Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Pluto-We miss you Guild: Biscuit of Dewm [MEEP] Profession: R/	I got a freind who was an Alpha Tester. He said he signed something, and he wasnt aloud to tell me nothing. He tested for Factions, and he is probly noticed as an "Elite PLayer". He was invited by a freind of his who was in his PvP guild. I asked him how to become a tester and all he told me was "You need to be reconized from an Anet worker, or from another Beta Tester who is able to invite you". THis was a while back and I do know this kid for "Making things up". So i dont know how accuret this acually is, but thats what i know.... Wonder what they say if i sent them an email or support or whatever, and asked how to become a beta tester..

Nov 20, 2006, 07:08 PM // 19:08	#8
Enchanted Warrior Wilds Pathfinder Join Date: Jul 2006 Profession: W/Mo	That actually explains a lot. Ok thanks.