Concord: Everything you need to know about the Open Beta!

Concord, the upcoming action hero shooter from Firewalk Games and Sony Interactive Entertainment, is set to offer players an exciting preview through early access and open beta periods in July before its full release in August. Here's a detailed rundown of what to expect:

Concord Open Beta Details

Early Access Beta Weekend

• Dates: July 12 to 14
• Eligibility: Only available to players who preordered Concord on PlayStation 5 or PC.
• Special Offer: Preorder customers will receive five additional codes to invite friends to participate in the early access beta. All participants must have a PlayStation Network account.

Open Beta Weekend

• Dates: July 18 to 21
• Eligibility: Open to all players, no preorder required.
• Content:
  • All 16 Freegunners (playable characters) will be available.
  • Four maps: Available in both early access and open beta.
  • Three game modes: Trophy Hunt, Cargo Run, and Clash Point.
  • Exclusive Content for Open Beta: A fifth map and a fourth game mode, Area Control, will be accessible only during the open beta.

Gameplay Features

• Crossplay: Enabled during both beta weekends, allowing players to team up across PlayStation 5 and PC.
• Cinematic Vignettes: Firewalk will debut the first "cinematic vignette," a brief clip that serves as a weekly lore entry, giving insight into the Northstar Crew and their story.

Full Game Launch

• Release Date: August 23

Summary of Dates

• Early Access Beta: July 12 - 14
• Open Beta: July 18 - 21
• Full Game Launch: August 23

By participating in the beta periods, players will have the chance to experience a substantial portion of Concord's content, including all the playable characters, multiple maps, and diverse game modes, while also providing valuable feedback to the developers ahead of the official release.