We don't have to tell you how big a deal
Starcraft II is. In the next few months, Blizzard will be ironing out the kinks through a beta test period for the RTS sequel, and
right now you can try to get in on that action.
So, here's what you need to do:
- Go into your Battle.net account management area (specifically the Beta Profile Settings page), where you will be able to sign up for beta opt-in status for Starcraft II
- Upload a screenshot of your system specs (as directed)
- ???
- Profit
It's a pretty easy process, but know that if you've already set up your beta opt-in status on Battle.net before, it does not apply here. You have to manually go in and do it again
specifically for
Starcraft II. We know it's a pain, but for
Starcraft II, we're sure you'll manage.
[Thanks, Sal Zerilli!]
{ May 6th 2009 at 2:45PM } 
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
nofriendo @ May 6th 2009 2:49PM
I love Starts n' Craft 2.
troolface @ May 6th 2009 2:55PM
I keep getting a 403 forbidden error when trying to access battle.net , is there anyway for me to sign up? Where am I failing?
Zertoss @ May 6th 2009 3:04PM
I think the internet just zerg rushed Battle.net.
Saria the Cat @ May 6th 2009 2:56PM
Oh, Battle.net. I remember you. I also remember sucking big time when it came to playing against anyone but computers in SC. :S
Drew -- PS360: uphillbothways @ May 6th 2009 3:13PM
Lol. Right with you there.
Moptimus Slime (Ziggy played Guitar Hero, but not Smash Hits) @ May 6th 2009 3:37PM
which is why I moved to Civilization and never looked back
Free99 @ May 6th 2009 6:19PM
Each morning, a missionary advertises neon sign
He tells the native population that civilization is fine
And three educated savages holler from a bamboo tree
That civilization is a thing for me to see
marzz @ May 6th 2009 7:48PM
I'm not even gonna lie.
I have the biggest e-crush on Saria. Seriously.
Saria the Cat @ May 6th 2009 8:47PM
:) I'm e-flattered, Marzz.
DarrenHollywood @ May 6th 2009 2:59PM
The real question here is do I really want to waste weeks of my life before I even buy the game that's going to waste months of it?
Who am I kidding.....
....My Life for Auir!
ben @ May 6th 2009 3:06PM
Aiur
PedoJokerBear (aka Deeznuts) @ May 6th 2009 3:08PM
FOR ADUN!
LaughingTarget @ May 6th 2009 3:11PM
FOR BEER!
Moptimus Slime (Ziggy played Guitar Hero, but not Smash Hits) @ May 6th 2009 3:35PM
모두는 Khas 를 큰소리로 부른다
Demon G Sides @ May 6th 2009 3:37PM
EN TARO TASSADAR!
Morisato @ May 6th 2009 11:07PM
Stay a while and listen.... oops, wrong game.
LaughingTarget @ May 6th 2009 3:12PM
Opt in? That seems like a retarded question. They need to just put an opt out and sign everyone who has a Battle.net account.
Kevin @ May 6th 2009 3:18PM
Boo, the only Blizzard game I own at the moment is Diablo, and that key doesn't count on Battle.net.
So, if I want to register for the beta, I have to buy one of their games...
chavis878 @ May 6th 2009 3:27PM
I dont see anything on the beta sign up page.
I guess no SC2 for me :(
cuteSAVAGE @ May 6th 2009 3:27PM
Won't let me opt-in, keep getting errors when submitting my specs - have tried on multiple machines.
jsyk, you have to download an app that automatically compiles your system specs to send into Blizzard, not submit a screenshot.
Rentaro @ May 6th 2009 3:29PM
Same here. I'm guessing servers are just busy
cuteSAVAGE @ May 6th 2009 3:33PM
Mine just went through. You're probably right, they must be getting swamped.
jonr1 @ May 6th 2009 5:53PM
Jeez, they kind of need a resend button. How many times do I have to pretend to read the TOS?
Mavrick593 @ May 6th 2009 6:22PM
lol, I'm having the same problem. some kind of "bad internet connection"? I thought maybe it was a firewall thing but if you guys are having trouble too maybe not.
Mavrick593 @ May 6th 2009 6:22PM
and nevermind... it literally just worked! yay
Matt Rix @ May 6th 2009 3:35PM
I've been looking for an excuse to re-buy starcraft, and this just might be it... I definitely won't be able to find my old key
Grammar freak @ May 6th 2009 3:52PM
Jizz.. in my pants!!!
WiNG [XBL&Steam: WiNGSPANTT] from lifeinagame.com @ May 6th 2009 3:52PM
I love Battle.net!
11 v 1 Comp Stomp HERE I COME!!
Hex @ May 6th 2009 3:58PM
"Yes Commander? Lock n' Load!"
Paul @ May 6th 2009 4:52PM
When I was a kid and played this game, I used to think he was saying "Yes commander? Rock and Roll!"
Name @ May 6th 2009 4:15PM
OH EM GEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Disco Ball @ May 6th 2009 4:56PM
Uploaded Stats and the Blizzard uploader has no idea what OS i'm running... Windows 7 RC1 ftw.
Einhanderkiller @ May 6th 2009 5:40PM
I wonder how many opt-ins they've had so far. Must be at least 100,000 by now.
Einhanderkiller @ May 6th 2009 5:40PM
^That wasn't meant to be a reply. :(
Zertoss @ May 6th 2009 5:43PM
Running Windows 7 RC1 here too.
R34LxF4T @ May 6th 2009 6:11PM
it doesnt work for me :( I always have a oops message
whymog @ May 6th 2009 9:49PM
Me too. :(
whymog @ May 6th 2009 9:53PM
I just downloaded another copy of the tester and it worked. Maybe try that?
Mikush @ May 6th 2009 6:22PM
Hmm, all I'm getting is the beta profile settings screen with the 3 game universes I'm interested in Beta testing with the Update profile button, and this is after I've updated my system specs. Is there meant to be anything else??
Mavrick593 @ May 6th 2009 6:26PM
I'm wondering the same thing
abelpc @ May 6th 2009 6:51PM
I can't wait for Starcraft III AND Diablo III... gotta have!
Zac @ May 6th 2009 8:33PM
Starcraft III?!?!!!
Riley @ May 6th 2009 9:27PM
omg, he must be from the future!
Poisoned Al @ May 6th 2009 7:06PM
I get a "403 Forbidden" error!
I'm forbidden! :o
Crusty Magic @ May 6th 2009 8:56PM
Hope I get in, I've been playing the original for the past few weeks to get caught up on the story.
TakeCTRL @ May 6th 2009 9:34PM
lets start praying we get in.
Amoveo @ May 6th 2009 11:14PM
Wait, I'm required to register another Blizzard game I own? But I lost my Starcraft and Warcraft CD cases years ago...
Anticrawl @ May 7th 2009 5:13PM
Woot, I'm in. Giggady.