Killzone 3 open beta starts February 2nd or 3rd (depending on what zone of killing you're in)

by Christopher Grant on Jan 21st 2011 4:00PM

Killzone 3 is bringing its particular brand of first-person shooting (the "killing in a zone" brand, we presume?) to retailers in North America and Europe on February 22 and 23, respectively. Unfortunately for those of you who reside in the zone of killing known as Europe, the upcoming "beta" gives North American players the same one-day lead, according to the regional arms of the PlayStation Blog family.

For 12 days beginning February 2 in North America, all PlayStation 3 owners will be able to download the "open beta" (read: demo) and treat themselves to stereoscopic 3D, Move support, and access to just one map, titled "Frozen Dam." Inside that one map, you'll at least be able to try out all three online multiplayer modes – 16-player "Guerrilla Warfare," 24-player "Warzone," and 16-player "Operations" – in addition to the bot-based, offline mode cleverly titled "Botzone." Because it's Killzone ... with bots.

But look on the bright, less-killy side, Europe: When North America's open beta access cuts off on February 14, you'll still have one more full day of jetpack-enabled fun. While you wait, take a look at the latest multiplayer video after the break, showing off killstreaks in the game.

Source: PlayStation Blog EU, PlayStation Blog US

Tags: Guerrilla-Games, Killzone-3, playstation, ps3, SCEE

Reader Comments (50)

nomnomnomnonm can't waiiiiit,

@(Unverified)

I'm going to play the beta non-stop 'till it's over. Then I'm going to play the full release non-stop!

I'm also going to try to play the first 24hrs straight.

can't wait for ppl to complain about controller
lag. I like the way the controls felt in kz2 made the game feel unique.

@Adhesive There isnt any controller lag, Well, not a noticable amount. I did like Killzone 2 controls, But killzone 3 is ALOT more responsive. People are gonna like it.

@Adhesive

When people say there is lag, I just interpret it as the auto aim isn't high enough.

@LEONLEONLEON

Nope, there was indeed lag in Killzone 2 and Killzone 3 has indeed ameliorated that to a large degree: http://www.joystiq.com/2010/11/06/killzone-3-has-considerably-less-lag-than-its-predecessor/

@LEONLEONLEON

yeah I know we were all subbjugated to troll rants about controller lag.
when, it was a design decision, that to me made the game
unique

@chrisgrant

thanks for clearing that up, though I kind of liked the way the controls felt because to me it kept it from being being run and gun.

@Adhesive

Well, in ADDITION to the lag, there was also a weight to the players, and the locomotion wasn't as fast as other games. Killzone 3 still feels different than your Call of Dutys, but it's much quicker than K2 (which, if you ask me, is a great thing!)

Can't wait for this. I have played the closed beta and pretty much enjoyed it! It's really improved, y'all will see that!

Schweet! Glad this isn't a ps+ exclusive.

Awesome. This will tide me over until release!

This looks brilliant.

I believe the Frozen Damn map does not have jetpacks. But I still can't wait to try it. I already have my Helghast Edtion already pre-ordered and paid for.

Hope there is a "Hardcore" Playlist...

I just can't stand imaginary on screen cross hairs...but nonetheless, the game looks quite good even though it is more of same from any other shooter >.>

Bet. I'ma write that date down.

keyword being Beta, people. Please help those of us that dont get into the beta and want a good gaming experience when the game comes out :P

@Jacksy

It's open ... meaning everyone that downloads the beta client is in. Also, the game is out in less than a month, so I don't know how much of a beta this really is.

@chrisgrant

i expect its a 'beta' in terms of testing the servers with higher player counts. The game has already gone gold so there won't be any changes on the disc. Hopefully this will help them roll out the patch for the inevitable post launch issues that seem to be mandatory lately.

oh boy, the exclusives are now starting to hit its stride and i'm still broke :-(

well, i've always be that person who say they should've done this and that when a thief gets caught on t.v... maybe i can get my money that way! hehehe >;-)

While it certainly looks much better both graphically and in map layout it still seems to have the same problem as before, you can kill just about anyone hip-firing if they are within a stones throw.

Cant wait!! Cant wait!!!

I hope the bot mode can be played in split screen with all the game modes. Anyone know?

I'm quite surprised Move is enabled. Does anyone know if they are going to have specific playlists for Move only players in beta? They said it is definately going to be that way on the full game.

Hope bot mode has splitscreen.

@bokharij

amen to that brother. can't wait either way.

Awesome. So glad the Beta is move enabled. Caaaaaaaan't waaaaaait.

Wait, how is this a beta? I thought it went gold recently? o_o

Really... it isn't a beta if the game is already finished.

@DaRabidDuckie

That's why I put "beta" in quotes.

@chrisgrant

Oh I know YOU did, but Sony's still amusingly calling a beta.

I guess beta is more prestigious-sounding than "demo".

@DaRabidDuckie

Cause u know, there's a thing called "Patches" which can be server o client side, my guess would be that this "beta" is to stress out the servers and check how they respond.

to the people that played the beta..how big is the file? I'd like to know..

@TraV
when i got it, it was about 1.4gb i think but that had 2 maps
so this download should be a bit smaller :)

Why does everyone crack on betas and call them a Demo? Testing the servers with high population is all a part of it. Even though the game has gone gold, they cant bug test everything until people flood the servers. First Jim Sterling, now here.

@Drew327

From a software development standpoint, it's a demo – sure, it's also a live test of their server infrastructure, but I don't see how that exempts it from being a "demo" and not a "beta."

@chrisgrant Hmm, I guess it is two sides of the same coin. I would say they need to test their sever infrastructure!

Yay!

WooHoo!

Looks fun.

ummm perk type things i see...

@TheGood

Trust me.. from 1:50 onwards, it seems like the player is now using a Slight of Hand reloaded perk.

@RagingStormX yea i dont mind perks as long as the game is somewhat balanced.

@RagingStormX

You're right. If you pause the video you can notice at the bottom right it says the perks and from 1:50 on it says faster aim, faster reload, and increased damage.

@RagingStormX

and I also just noticed that they aren't in the beginning of the video so they are probably the killstreak rewards.

So, can I use my PS Move controller during the beta? I'll get it anyway, it looks amazing. I was just wondering.

I'm glad this beta includes MP....the demo for kz2 was much too short. Must've played it 10x over though.

yeahhhh! I cant wait. I think i'LL play Killzone 2 again.

Im glad they didn't make it open to PSN Plus users, only. That would have been lame.

Anyone know if 3D will be enabled during the open beta? It wasn't for the closed beta, but the closed beta was still awesome. I can't wait for this game.

I am excited for the beta for sure but it makes me sad that I won't be buying the full game due to the PS3 being hacked.

I am a big fan of BFBC2 and I have many friends who play black ops. Both games are currently overrun with aim botters and other morons who enjoy ruining games. I hope Sony can get some sort of fix in place so that I can play this game online and make it worth the $60 price tag.

I so wanted it to be a day one purchase for me. :-(

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