The open beta goes live today at 3pm BST (7am PT), and runs until 8am BST (12am PT) on September 12th. To get access, you’ll need to head to the New World Steam page and click “request access” just underneath the game’s purchasing options. Then at some point today, you should get an email letting you know when you can download the beta. It’s also worth noting that if you played in the previous beta, you can’t use that old build you have downloaded. You’ll need to request access like everyone else, and download the new open beta. Ed enjoyed the game in his New World preview, praising its mixture of survival and MMO elements. He reckons it’s got more in common with Valheim than it does the likes of World Of Warcraft though: If you’re heading into the beta for the first time today, we have a bunch of New World guides to get you started. It might be helpful to know how New World’s attributes work, or perhaps how to make and upgrade your camp.
