1.30 Goes Into Open Testing
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Written by GOPHUR   
Friday, 10 April 2009 14:14

The latest version of Battleground Europe is now ready for pre-release testing. We appreciate your assistance in helping to review the final builds of our release candidate. This test is available to all of our premium subscribers and will run every day until release . Please be sure to check for the latest installations of the test client. Also please read the read me file, stickied in this thread, prior to testing and participate in any focus tests that are posted. Thank you again for participating in our test.


The purpose of this test is to expose the client and host processes to a large number of players to resolve any outstanding bugs that need to be addressed before going live. The server is set up for live game testing. This means that the server is a LIVE FIRE server. Players are free to engage the enemy at will any place on the map except for Area 51. Area 51 is designated for peer to peer testing. Players abusing this area should be reported using the .report command.

Also note that during Open Testing the Game Testing and Bug Reporting forum should only be used for reporting issues relevant to the current open test. Other issues may be posted but will not be responded to during open testing. Our focus is solely on preparing the current open test client and host for release to the live server.

Testing and Reporting:
Please use the following guide lines for participating in this test.

  • Install - Downloads will be made available from this thread at the bottom. Players are responsible for keeping the test version up to date. No support is offered from Playnet for any part of this beta including downloads.
  • Read Me - Below this post you will find the latest read me file and any previous read me files. Please use these resources in your testing. Report bugs that are based on the read me.
  • Focus Test - Each day before testing please review the forum for any sticky posts that indicate we are performing a focus test. The majority of our efforts will be in the focus test and your participation is greatly appreciated.
  • Reporting Issues - During a test our primary concern is with bugs in features as listed in the read me files. Bugs should not be posted from the live server during an open test. All bugs should be confirmed on the test client prior to posting. Bugs that are not related to features in the read me are low priority during open test as we are no longer committing resources to additional features and fixes outside of preparing the test client and host for release.
  • Schedule - Testing will generally be available either all day or for specific hours during the day depending on the impact to the live server and our testing needs. Focus Tests may also be posted for specific hours and your assistance at those times is especially appreciated. Please review the schedule often as changes frequently are made. Also be aware that you can test the client offline by launching from the 'Practice Offline' link in the start menu for Battleground Europe TEST or by launching the ww2.exe manually from within the test directory (default install directory is /Program File/CRS/Battleground Europe TEST). All times listed are U.S. Central or GMT -6.
  • DxDiag - Do not post a full DxDiag unless asked to by a dev.
    If you'd like to post your DxDiag, please post only your System Information, Display Devices and Sound Devices sections.
  • This is beta software - Please be aware that this software is beta and may include bugs and other issues that could be harmful to your machine. By installing this software, you assume all risks involved with testing. If you are uncomfortable with testing, please do not participate or download any software.
  • Please post all CTD in the sticky thread - CTD logs can be found in the install directory of Battleground Europe TEST. The log most useful is the ww2error.log. Please post this log with any information about the circumstances of the crash in the forum titled for the current version. Mac users should send console logs to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
  • If you have a problem - Please reinstall from the full installer and re-patch with new downloads before posting.


Test Schedule:

The Test Server Is OPEN for 24 hour a day testing.

Testing Status:The Test Server is OPEN

Notes on 1.30 (PC):

  • 1.30 uses a new PlayGATE
  • The new PlayGATE is installed in the game's directory
  • To launch the game you need to use the Start Menu
  • Old shortcuts will no longer work
  • Please uninstall any old versions of the test software brfore installing 1.30 for the first time


Downloads

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Comments (19)
1 Friday, 10 April 2009 16:24
Guestuser
Where is the Read Me file? Or am I being blind?
2 Friday, 10 April 2009 19:41
Guestuser
"Earn money beta testing", woot woot, but the ad is a litle boring ... ^^
3 Saturday, 11 April 2009 06:33
Guestuser
Release notes?
4 Saturday, 11 April 2009 06:37
Guestuser
Don't see them in the thread either, was hoping for some good reading to swallow up this last hour or two at work :(.
5 Saturday, 11 April 2009 10:17
Guestuser
I have no idea why im so giddy for this....*looks at meth*....oh yeah...

anyway i think the wait wasworth this new update!
6 Saturday, 11 April 2009 11:57
BLOO
Readme is now "readme.rtf" in the \Battleground Europe TEST\ folder.
7 Saturday, 11 April 2009 12:44
Guestuser
One word "WHOA"!
8 Saturday, 11 April 2009 14:19
Guestuser
[MAC] Unable to reach the server - says that the server is down. Offline loads fine. Correct name an password was entered.
9 Saturday, 11 April 2009 15:07
Guestuser
README for those thinking of resubbing?????
10 Saturday, 11 April 2009 17:22
Guestuser
tell me how it looks 130 cant log in. hehe
11 Monday, 13 April 2009 09:36
Guestuser
Hey Rats! Don't be cruel, post some screenshots of 1.30 -lots of shots or video- for those of us who are not currently subscribed We'd like to see the new FX candy of Unity 1.5; see how the game is progressing, get us all stoked to re-sub, etc. Tnx.
12 Wednesday, 15 April 2009 02:21
Guestuser
Training getting better - a more polished intro is clearly important for the future of the 'game'. I particulalry liked the submerged Hotchkiss in armour training - can we have that in game please ;-)
13 Saturday, 18 April 2009 02:24
Guestuser
For me the link doesn't work so i carn't download it
14 Monday, 27 April 2009 23:44
Guestuser
Isn't it Unity 2?
15 Thursday, 30 April 2009 02:05
Guestuser
Were do i fine this NEW PLAYGATE Download?
16 Sunday, 03 May 2009 17:03
Guestuser
mac file link broken - also how about a patch for those of us that have already dl the beta.
17 Monday, 04 May 2009 19:46
Guestuser
I was looking for the new download to use the Beta playgate....link doesn't work.
18 Tuesday, 05 May 2009 23:06
Guestuser
Whe ia the neglected navy going to get new ships, be fair now, navy requires love to, new ships = new market of players
19 Thursday, 07 May 2009 07:12
Guestuser
I also tried the link but failed... so i tried version 17, 18, and finally with wwiiol0000130019.exe worked! :-) Computer science is so logic and predictable lol