PS3 Beta is broken?

[Destinye]

what does it mean?

Compared to PCs, the PS3 doesn't need as much optimization as trying to get your game to run on a wide array of PCs from low to high end which requires the most testing because of the vast amount of hardware that needs to find compatibility and etc. The PS3 will never change like a PC could in a year, so the PS3 needs the least testing of both supported systems and console betas tend to be "demos" basically because any testing they could do they would do within their own team anyway so public betas on systems tend to be just for hyping it really, so thats why it will happen closer to the final phase of the beta testing just before the retail.

[Kaisha]

It seems like the FF13 Prereg code gives priority beta access to 14 (as well as some random in-game item "at a later date")

The way they worded it, I thought it was you either opt in for possible beta access, 'or' you just wait and get an exclusive item instead.

[Kyo]

Such a misleading thread title.

[Chun Liroy]

well it kinda is. Only lets you sign up if you have the code.

[Dainslaif]

The way they worded it, I thought it was you either opt in for possible beta access, 'or' you just wait and get an exclusive item instead.

I'd have to re-read it to see what you're talking about, but considering how completely asinine SE is about everything that wouldn't surprise me at all.

[Jinko]

Actually, they asked for your computer specs in the application and then they proceeded to give a ton of alpha invites to people who can't run the game. The alpha forums are littered with people who got accepted but can't play. Why they were selected when SE knew their systems wouldn't run it......well ask SE.

Did I ever say that this wasn't the case, yes it irks me to now that they are giving out alpha invites to people who can't play it, especially when there are many who can and should be.

But thats not really got anything to do with the PS3 beta now has it ?

[Alkar]

Why invite people that can't run your game then if the PS3 beta is basically useless?
Some probably lied to get in but some didn't.
I just can't believe that they'd invite testers that can't run the game on a PC and leave out those that can simply because they applied first.
The point is that those who didn't lie most likely applied for the PS3 beta as well. I don't think it's a coincidence that they're handing out invites to PS3 applicants and it would be really stupid if it's not supposed to happen anytime soon.

[Jinko]

Why invite people that can't run your game then if the PS3 beta is basically useless?
Some probably lied to get in but some didn't.
I just can't believe that they'd invite testers that can't run the game on a PC and leave out those that can simply because they applied first.

Why you asking us ? (how is the PS3 beta useless)

Besides I think you are jumping to conclusions on how they are picking participants, for all we know after the intial first testers they could be picking names out of a hat.

Just to be clear as someone pointed out the PS3 beta test will be to stress test the servers not to test the console itself, don't be fooled into thinking that you should have any right to be part of this testing phase either, regardless of how powerful your PC specs might be or whether you bought 10 copies of FF13.

[Alkar]

And where did I say that I have every right to participate in the beta test?
Once you're in you participate in every phase of testing so I don't see how I'd be fooling myself either.

[Jinko]

That wasn't really directed at you... just anyone who thinks they should be in the beta for whatever reason.

[Loaar]

Maybe you missed it before, but PEOPLE WHO APPLIED FOR PS3 ONLY GOT INVITES IN THE LAST ROUND.

That MOST LIKELY means that any tester will have access to the PS3 client. If peoples PCs can't run the game, they can just join the PS3 group which won't be all that far away.

Tanaka has already said that they want the servers running 24/7 ASAP, so they are already accelerating the beta process. Beta stage 2 (and the PS3 part) can't be more than 6-10 weeks away at most.

[brand]

Maybe you missed it before, but PEOPLE WHO APPLIED FOR PS3 ONLY GOT INVITES IN THE LAST ROUND.

That MOST LIKELY means that any tester will have access to the PS3 client. If peoples PCs can't run the game, they can just join the PS3 group which won't be all that far away.

This. Though, I'm not so sure I agree about PC-activated accounts running away with PS3 clients. It sounds probable and yet, at the same time problematic.

Anyhow, just wanted to mention I applied under PS3. My invite, however, specifically states that the intended platform to test is Windows PC.

There is a paragraph right under that states that the PS3 platform is not yet ready, but they encourage you to test the Windows platform in the meanwhile. I assume all invites have this paragraph though, so it doesn't really explain a PS3 application returning a requested testing platform of Windows PC.

[Loaar]

My email doesn't mention anything about PS3, and my app was PC only.

[nekoshoonen]

you can only apply for ps3 beta with the code from ffxiii. It's not broken it's working as se intended. Now someone lock this pointless thread.

[brand]

My email doesn't mention anything about PS3, and my app was PC only.

You were the first wave though? Things have probably changed since the first draft.

[hollowtek]

man that really sucks for everyone else doesnt it

[Jahb]

can't wait to play this shit on my 40 lcd and chill on the couch. just gotta find a reliable wireless keyboard now.

[ufo]

I think there is a chance that Square might send out download codes or discs to PS3 applicants only. But I hope everyone has access to it.

[Tubie]

I bought FF13 3 weeks after release and the copy I got didn't have a beta code, made me cry almost.

[Nartosar]

I used my code and I want my invite *pout*.