Sign up for the 360 Shadowrun beta.

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27 Nov 2006, 11:23 PM
Dyne

Sign up for the 360 Shadowrun beta.

http://www.majornelson.com/

How to sign up for the 'Shadowrun' Beta

The fine folks over at FASA Studios have just opened up a public beta for ‘Shadowrun’ and they asked me to spread the word.

This is for the Xbox 360 version, and since it is a Multiplayer Beta you will need to be a Gold member subscriber to participate.
Ready to apply? Here ya go:
1. Visit the beta Web site at http://connect.microsoft.com.
2. Click on "Invitations" on the left-side menu.
3. You will need to sign in using a valid Windows Live ID before you can continue to the "Invitations" page. (If you have already registered for the Connect site, skip to Step 5.)
4. Please read and accept the Terms of Use Agreement then follow the instructions to register for the Connect site.
5. Enter your Invitation ID in the blank field. Your invitation ID is: SHBS-6YMT-YKHC
6. Click "Go."
7. Complete and submit the short questionnaire. Please enter MAJOR1 for the beta code when asked at the beginning of the questionnaire.
8. If you are not redirected immediately to the Shadowrun Beta Selection homepage after completing the questionnaire, click the My Participations link on the left hand navigation bar and then click the Shadowrun program link. This will redirect you to the Shadowrun Beta Selection Homepage.
9. Once you are on the Shadowrun Beta Selection Homepage, you will need to complete the rest of the registration process by signing up for the forums by clicking the Join the Forums button then click the Welcome to the Official Shadowrun Community Forum Sign In button.
10. Wait patiently for us to contact you with further instructions. Check back at http://connect.microsoft.com for further beta announcements.

Please direct all questions to gbetasup@microsoft.com.
27 Nov 2006, 11:31 PM
icarusfall

You do realize we can't read what the link says in blue like that, right?
27 Nov 2006, 11:47 PM
Brand X

Unexpected error after the survey. Anyone else have that problem?
28 Nov 2006, 12:03 AM
ShinMyk

yeah, same error
28 Nov 2006, 12:13 AM
Sqoon

Quote:

Originally Posted by icarusfall

You do realize we can't read what the link says in blue like that, right?

Ctrl + A. Not that hard.
28 Nov 2006, 12:35 AM
icarusfall

Here's a better way to think about it: Why would someone go to the trouble of typing it in blue in the first place?
28 Nov 2006, 12:37 AM
Josh

Because not everyone uses a blue background. Fruitypants.
28 Nov 2006, 12:40 AM
MechDeus

I also got the error! It's like collecting AIDS!

"I have AIDS" is still on my XBL gamertag list.
28 Nov 2006, 12:40 AM
icarusfall

Ghey.

On topic: Super excited about anything Shadowrun.
28 Nov 2006, 12:56 AM
Joust Williams

Apparently someone didn't want PSU to win "Worst beta of bad game of the year". It's going to be a tight one
28 Nov 2006, 12:56 AM
Josh

Your mom is a tight one.
28 Nov 2006, 12:57 AM
bbobb

Who let Joust back?
28 Nov 2006, 02:01 AM
icarusfall

Quote:

Originally Posted by I LOVE PLAYSTATION THREE

Apparently someone didn't want PSU to win "Worst beta of bad game of the year". It's going to be a tight one

Dude, this is based on a pen & paper game. You can't really make any more fun of it than that...
28 Nov 2006, 02:48 AM
Nirvana

Sweeet! I signed up. I like what I've seen so far of the game.
28 Nov 2006, 02:52 AM
ElCapichan

I was able to sign up earlier just fine. Look forward to this if I make the cut.
28 Nov 2006, 04:22 AM
Rumpy

I had to use IE to get it to work.
28 Nov 2006, 04:35 AM
bVork

I was excited about this game until I discovered it was an online FPS. But I'll still sign up for the beta, cuz I'm a Shadowrun whore.
28 Nov 2006, 07:56 AM
Dyne

Quote:

Originally Posted by icarusfall

Here's a better way to think about it: Why would someone go to the trouble of typing it in blue in the first place?

heres an even better way to think. perhaps i just copy/pasted the whole fucking article. links turn blue when posted here and i dont want to fix it. just highlight the blue spots you twat. not too hard.

because you know....some people are anal and need to read hyperlinks. :wtf:
28 Nov 2006, 08:53 AM
Chux

Quote:

Originally Posted by bVork

I was excited about this game until I discovered it was an online FPS. But I'll still sign up for the beta, cuz I'm a Shadowrun whore.

Agreed, I hate FPS's...and Online play really burns me up! :tu:
28 Nov 2006, 09:15 AM
mannerbot

Try IE if you're seeing error messages.
28 Nov 2006, 10:35 AM
K3V

Yeah it worked with IE on my second try.
28 Nov 2006, 11:06 AM
Cowdisease

Thanks for the IE tip guys. I was going to use Firefox, but I went with IE and it worked fine to register.
28 Nov 2006, 11:17 AM
Chux

It seems that the first time we did it, it was not the right ap. It doesnt matter what browser you use now.
28 Nov 2006, 12:58 PM
Yoshi

I'm in.
28 Nov 2006, 02:09 PM
ElCapichan

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yoshi

I'm in.

Did you actually get a reply saying you were in, or you just submitted athe app?
28 Nov 2006, 02:21 PM
Yoshi

No, I just submitted the app.
28 Nov 2006, 02:59 PM
Beefy Hits

Too bad it's an FPS and not an MMORPG.
28 Nov 2006, 04:53 PM
Opaque

I was about to call you all idiots for trying to get into a beta for such an ugly ass game, but then I went and checked out the new screens and it doesn't look too bad.

Still, there is nothing there which makes me want to go through any effort to be able to play a beta. Especially with all the good shit out right now and coming out in the next few months.
28 Nov 2006, 04:54 PM
Tain

Quote:

Too bad it's an FPS and not an MMORPG.

Originals be damned, I'd take another FPS over another MMORPG any day.
28 Nov 2006, 06:07 PM
bVork

I'd take a singleplayer RPG over an FPS over an MMORPG.
28 Nov 2006, 06:17 PM
Tain

i wouldn't

:iceburn:

Unless it were something like Deus Ex.
28 Nov 2006, 06:58 PM
icarusfall

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dragonmaster Dyne

because you know....some people are anal and need to read hyperlinks. :wtf:

yes. :bang:
15 Mar 2007, 06:57 PM
K3V

So I got an email today saying I was in on the Shadowrun beta - did anyone else get in on it?
15 Mar 2007, 07:10 PM
Cowdisease

Quote:

Originally Posted by K3V

So I got an email today saying I was in on the Shadowrun beta - did anyone else get in on it?

Awwwwwwww yeah. I got it too. What what!
15 Mar 2007, 07:40 PM
K3V

Nice! It must be getting hammered because it's taking forever to download a 81.24 KB update.
15 Mar 2007, 08:36 PM
Sinista

DL'ing as I type!
15 Mar 2007, 09:45 PM
MechDeus

Quote:

Originally Posted by K3V

Nice! It must be getting hammered because it's taking forever to download a 81.24 KB update.

I checked the previous downloads list and it's actually listing that file at 1.2GB+. Yeah, not quite 81KB.
15 Mar 2007, 09:54 PM
Rumpy

Wait, what's the email say? The beta is starting now or they're just put up the beta file?
15 Mar 2007, 09:55 PM
Yoshi

My junk filter stole my e-mail. I'm glad I didn't close my mail program and let it delete it.
15 Mar 2007, 10:08 PM
Nirvana

I got mine, too. Whew.. a nice prize after a very hard day.
15 Mar 2007, 10:20 PM
Brand X

Impressions are demanded, since I'm an unlucky bastard and didn't get into the beta. :(
15 Mar 2007, 10:27 PM
Schlep

I didn't get in, but then again I don't remember applying. From the comments I take it the demo starts right now?
15 Mar 2007, 10:44 PM
Rumpy

I got in. Sounds like it does start now.
15 Mar 2007, 10:44 PM
Cowdisease

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brand X

Impressions are demanded, since I'm an unlucky bastard and didn't get into the beta. :(

Can't do that. By downloading the beta, we agree to a NDA.
15 Mar 2007, 11:56 PM
Timber

I got in. I'll be DLing this tomorrow at work since I'm without a way to get online with my 360 here at home for the moment (ordered a Wireless Bridge today so I'll be on as soon as that arrives).
15 Mar 2007, 11:57 PM
Rumpy

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cowdisease

Can't do that. By downloading the beta, we agree to a NDA.

WE CAN DISCUSS IT WITH OTHER BETA PLAYERS THOUGH! HOLLA!
16 Mar 2007, 12:16 AM
StriderKyo

I started off totally ticked that they made this an FPS - Shadowrun was the best rpg world ever, and they pretty much ditched the entire original concept to make this bright cartoony looking setting. But the game looks pretty fun, I might check it out:
16 Mar 2007, 12:33 AM
Schlep

Can you guys playing at least say whether or not you're having fun with it?
16 Mar 2007, 02:55 AM
bbobb

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cowdisease

Can't do that. By downloading the beta, we agree to a NDA.

I know a place where you guys can go to post impressions.

Something that starts with an F.

Second initial is a C.
16 Mar 2007, 03:13 AM
Josh

THEY MIGHT TRACK YOU DOWN ON TNL AND DO ABSOLUTELY NOTHING!
16 Mar 2007, 03:52 AM
bbobb

Seriously.

How about you assholes talk?
17 Mar 2007, 02:38 PM
Sinista

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17 Mar 2007, 02:53 PM
Port

I got in. Should I care? And why is this a FPS? Seems like a waste to me.
17 Mar 2007, 04:11 PM
Rumpy

Play it and see if you care.
17 Mar 2007, 04:13 PM
Tommy Tallarico

Why should he when TNL can tell him what to think?
17 Mar 2007, 06:58 PM
Port

Exactly. I don't have the mental capacity to make choices, much like the rest of the game playing community.
20 Mar 2007, 03:28 PM
K3V

The beta NDA is officially lifted, so ask and answer questions at will:

Quote:

Hello!

Been enjoying the Shadowrun beta? Great. Now share the news! We're lifting the NDA on coverage for and around the beta as of today. Feel free to post as much information as you like about the game. A couple of things to note, however:

· The beta is not representative of the game in its final form, as improvements are being made on a daily basis to balance the game, tweak levels, polish the interface and characters, etc. We are continuing to implement player feedback into the system and are putting the finishing touches on the title so we ask that you please keep this in mind as you share your thoughts on the beta. This is not final code.
· The art is not final in the beta and is therefore not indicative of what the final game will look like when it is finished, so in all fairness, we ask that you please make note of this in any mentions of the graphics. If you would like to point people towards more accurate art please send them to http://shadowrun.com/media/screenshots/
· Feel free to take your own screenshots to share with your readers. If you would like additional assets, feel free to contact us and we'll be happy to provide you with what you need.

Please let us know if you have any questions!

Cheers, Piett
20 Mar 2007, 03:30 PM
Rumpy

They're very touchy about the graphics aren't they. Hope they do turn out better than they are now though, that's for sure.
20 Mar 2007, 03:31 PM
K3V

Yeah I was just looking at the "approved" art and the game doesn't look nearly that good in the beta.
20 Mar 2007, 04:23 PM
ElCapichan

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rumpy

They're very touchy about the graphics aren't they. Hope they do turn out better than they are now though, that's for sure.

Thats the way most beta's are. The Graphics aren't running anywhere near full potential. Its mainly all about balancing and reporting bugs. Sadly, many people do not understand this and I am sure we will be seeing a crap load of ppl on the interweb complaining about Halo 3 not looking as hot as it actually will end up.

As for the game, I will be picking it up for Vista so i can dominate you all with keyboard and mouse.
21 Mar 2007, 12:12 AM
AaronChance

This game is coming out in a few months. Don't expect anything but minor tweaks at this point.
21 Mar 2007, 02:38 AM
ElCapichan

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ammadeau

This game is coming out in a few months. Don't expect anything but minor tweaks at this point.

I'm sure the game isn't optimized at this point. If that were the case, they might have the graphics toned down a bit to help it run better for the moment.
21 Mar 2007, 02:55 AM
sleeve

It's fine. They just need to tweak the graphics in level 2.
21 Mar 2007, 03:05 AM
StriderKyo

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleeve

It's fine. They just need to tweak the graphics in level 2.

:lol: What are the odds this was designed by two guys on a couch using controllers?
30 Mar 2007, 09:53 PM
Brand X

I got accepted into the beta, so if anyone wants to play a game or 2 hit me up.
30 Mar 2007, 10:06 PM
Chux

I'm in.
30 Mar 2007, 10:17 PM
Brand X

I'll be playing once I finish up downloading it.
31 Mar 2007, 04:29 AM
Sqoon

I don't remember signing up, but I'm in too.