PTR subscription removal and fair-play position

The studio states that it has decided to discontinue the PTR subscription model previously used for public testing. The reason given is that enough information and bug reports had already been collected from earlier testing phases, and that development should now shift toward preparing the next batch of content for future tests.

End of the PTR subscription model

The removal of the PTR subscription is framed as both a practical and a messaging decision. On the practical side, the team says the earlier tests produced sufficient bug reports and feedback. On the messaging side, the studio acknowledges community concern that a subscription attached to testing conflicted with the game's free-to-play identity.

Free-to-play and no pay-to-win stance

The game is again described as free-to-play and no pay-to-win. The team says it does not want players to think the project is moving away from that position, and presents the PTR change as part of staying aligned with that principle.

Recognition for earlier testers

Players who participated in previous PTR periods are said to be receiving special gifts, with further details to be sent by email. These rewards are presented as thanks for bug reports and other useful testing feedback rather than as a continuing paid-access program.

Source

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• Published: Friday, June 20, 2025 at 5:20 PM UTC