Bad Company beta preview, details and sign up [update]
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Update: Hopefully you got in, because all of the public beta codes have been exhausted. Though, you can still grab one if you're a part of IGN's Insider or Founder's club.
But a few hours ago, the Battlefield: Bad Company beta was officially revealed and specifics were a bit light. But now IGN just posted more information regarding the beta including multiplayer details and official links for you to grab your beta code today.
First off, we're sure you want to know how you can confirm your beta seat right now, so let's talk about that. To grab a beta download key, head over to File Planet, answer a few screener questions and login / create an IGN account. Once that's complete, you'll be redirected to a confirmation page where, if they're still available, you'll be treated to an Xbox Live redemption code to gain access into the beta which kicks off on March 25th. Easy as pie!
Next up, Bad Company beta multiplayer specifics. IGN posted a introductory video (embedded above) showing off the new Gold Rush gametype, how it's played and the strategies involved. If you're hungry for more deets, IGN also posted weapon, vehicle and gadget information so you'll be prepared for battle come Monday. Make the jump, get your read on and be sure to sign up for the beta key ASAP. We're not sure how long those keys will last.
[Thanks, Chris]
Reader Comments (27)
Posted: Mar 20th 2008 1:20PM Magic Whiskey said
Tuesday my AK-47 goes pew pew pew!
Clear some room on your HD...the beta is 1.07GB.
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Clear some room on your HD...the beta is 1.07GB.
Posted: Mar 20th 2008 1:22PM johnpaul12 said
IDC but this is more important
now i can play BOTH too human and GTAIV
!!!!
http://www.joystiq.com/2008/03/20/gamestops-too-human-placeholder-moved-from-may-to-august/
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now i can play BOTH too human and GTAIV
!!!!
http://www.joystiq.com/2008/03/20/gamestops-too-human-placeholder-moved-from-may-to-august/
Posted: Mar 20th 2008 1:24PM (Unverified) said
As of 12:23 PM CST, the Beta codes are still accessible though GameSpy/FilePlanet.
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Posted: Mar 20th 2008 1:43PM (Unverified) said
sucks ass you have to pay to get a code what a fucking con
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Posted: Mar 20th 2008 1:48PM (Unverified) said
I didn't have to pay to get a code...
I just got mine, but I won't be able to play until the 30th. ANy idea when the beta ends?
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I just got mine, but I won't be able to play until the 30th. ANy idea when the beta ends?
Posted: Mar 20th 2008 1:53PM (Unverified) said
Got my code and downloading cant wait till tues good sh*t X3F
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Posted: Mar 20th 2008 2:17PM Accessgranted said
got my code. I also beta'd CoD4 last year... This better kick a55! =)
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Posted: Mar 20th 2008 2:21PM (Unverified) said
Well I got my code but because my 360 is out for repairs I just have to hope I get it back before the beta ends on April 25th! :(
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Posted: Mar 20th 2008 2:36PM (Unverified) said
Free codes are gone!
Happy that I scooped mine in time :)
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Happy that I scooped mine in time :)
Posted: Mar 20th 2008 2:56PM (Unverified) said
Invalid code for 30 mins, while trying to figure it out, keys "exhausted". -_-
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Posted: Mar 20th 2008 3:03PM (Unverified) said
The demo footage looks great too....can it be better than COD4??
It's gonna be tough to be that.....
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It's gonna be tough to be that.....
Posted: Mar 20th 2008 3:48PM (Unverified) said
w00t! i got 2 (one from File Planet and one from Gamestop.com)! i gave one to me and one to my cousin.
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Posted: Mar 20th 2008 4:55PM (Unverified) said
What a load. Offer keys for a couple of hours and then require that I pay for access to a crappy website to get one?
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Posted: Mar 20th 2008 7:17PM (Unverified) said
I have a founders club membership which is free because I have Comcast. I also was able to make 2 more accounts (Non-Founders club) and get 2 more keys, so now I have 3. I gave em out to my 2 clan mates.
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Posted: Mar 21st 2008 12:57AM (Unverified) said
Why is everyone complaining about "paying"? Had you got in the free way as others did, you wouldn't have to pay. Quit the belly-aching. It's all about timing.
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Posted: Mar 21st 2008 7:52PM (Unverified) said
Please can anyone snatch me a code? i can't get one :( i REALLY want it so bad , please.
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Posted: Mar 26th 2008 11:10AM (Unverified) said
I pre-ordered this like a month ago and never received a key, how gay is that?
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