2K Games and 31st Union's new free-to-play roguelike hero shooter, Project ETHOS, is now open for playtesting! Discover this exciting game and how to participate.
Project ETHOS Playtest: October 17th - 21st
Project ETHOS: A Fresh Take on Hero Shooters
2K Games and 31st Union present Project ETHOS, a free-to-play hero shooter blending roguelike progression with fast-paced, third-person action. This innovative title aims to redefine the genre.
What makes Project ETHOS stand out? It seamlessly integrates the dynamic adaptation of roguelikes with the unique abilities of hero shooters. Randomized "Evolutions" in each match transform hero capabilities, forcing strategic adjustments on the fly. Turn your sniper into a close-quarters combatant or your support into a solo powerhouse!
Project ETHOS features two core game modes:
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Trials: This signature mode challenges teams of three against human and AI opponents. Collect cores, strategically choose extraction times, and invest cores to unlock upgrades (Augments) for future runs. Dying means losing your cores, encouraging strategic risk management. Join ongoing matches, but be aware of the match duration and potential for immediate tough encounters! Earn XP through various activities: collecting shards, eliminating enemies, and completing events.
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Gauntlet: A traditional competitive PvP tournament mode. Fight through brackets, upgrading your hero with each victory, culminating in a final showdown. Elimination means waiting for the next round.
How to Participate in the Playtest
Project ETHOS will evolve with regular updates based on community feedback. The playtest runs October 17th-21st. Earn a playtest key by watching participating Twitch streams for 30 minutes. Alternatively, register on the official website for future playtest opportunities.
The current playtest is limited to players in the US, Canada, Mexico, UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Spain, and Italy. Global release plans are yet to be announced. Server maintenance will occur; check the official channels for scheduled downtime.
North American Servers:
- October 17th: 10 AM – 11 PM PT
- October 18th-20th: 11 AM – 11 PM PT
European Servers:
- October 17th: 6 PM - 1 AM GMT+1
- October 18th-21st: 1 PM - 1 AM GMT+1
