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Arknights: Endfield PC beta test to take place in January; new trailer

by Adam Vitale on 18 December, 2024

Publisher Gryphline and developer Hypergryph have announced that a PC beta test for Arknights: Endfield will take place in mid-January 2025. Sign-up will be available on the official website beginning on December 14. 

A new trailer can be found below, alongside a description and beta test requirements, via Gryphline. Arknights: Endfield is set to release on PlayStation 5, PC, and mobile devices.

Update (December 17): Gryphline has also shared 15 minutes of gameplay based on the new beta build, also shared below.

Arknights: Endfield - Beta Test Trailer

Arknights: Endfield - Beta Test Gameplay

Global game publisher Gryphline, today announced its beta test for Arknights: Endfield, its upcoming real-time 3D RPG with strategic gameplay elements, is now open for sign-ups. The sign-up period begins on Dec. 14 at 11:00 AM (UTC+8) and interested players can follow the game on social media to stay up to date on information regarding the beta. To register, players can visit the official website, click "sign up", and complete the registration survey. The beta test is set for a simultaneous global launch with accepted players embarking on their journey starting mid-January 2025. The beta will feature English, Japanese, Korean, and Mandarin voice-over and UI options. 

In anticipation of this Arknights: Endfield beta test, the team has shared a new concept trailer to provide a glimpse of what awaits participants. Players will have the chance to explore the world of Talos-II as the Endministrator and experience exclusive content. For more details on the beta test, please visit the official product website. The end time for recruitment and start time for the test will be announced later. 

Beta System Requirements: 

  • Platform: PC (Windows)
  • Type: Limited access, no payment, data wipe
  • System: Windows 10 / 11 64-bit
  • CPU:
  • Intel Core i7-10700K or equivalent, or better CPUs (Recommended) 
  • Intel Core i5-9400F or equivalent, or better CPUs (Minimum) 
  • GPU:
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 or equivalent, or better GPUs (Recommended)
  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6G or equivalent, or better GPUs (Minimum)
  • RAM:
  • 32GB (Recommended) 
  • 16GB (Minimum) 
  • Storage: 60GB free space or higher, SSD Recommended 

Arknights: Endfield is set in the world of the wildly successful mobile tower defense RPG hybrid Arknights, which has received 100M downloads since its 2020 launch. Published by Gryphline in North America and Europe, Arknights: Endfield is currently in development for PlayStation 5, PC, and mobile devices. For further news on the beta test screening results and start date, make sure to visit the  website for updates. 

New Content

New Playable Characters

Characters featured in the previous test have undergone significant updates, including new models, animations, and special effects. In the upcoming beta test, players will have access to 15 playable characters, including two Endministrators (one of which is a new playable Endministrator) and 13 playable characters, with six new characters introduced in the test phase. This beta will also provide a preview of a limited portion of the game's monetization system.

Combat and Character Progression

Based on player feedback from the previous test, some adjustments have been made to various systems, including combat mechanics, skill effects, and character progression: 

  • New "Combo Skills": Under specific conditions, characters can trigger powerful combo attacks between them.
  • New "Dodge" Mechanic: Added instant combat elements like dodging to enhance gameplay.
  • Adjustments to Skill Effects and Release Logic: Skills, their effects, and how they are executed in combat have been refined.
  • Changes to Item Usage: The use of consumable items like potions during battles has been updated.
  • Expanded Character Progression: Character development now offers more depth and variety, allowing for a richer progression experience.

Base Building System

The beta test introduces new tutorials and advanced gameplay mechanics to further enrich the player experience: 

  • Base Building Tutorials: Various guides have been added to help players master the base construction system.
  • New Defensive Structures: Tower defense-style buildings have been introduced, supporting both offensive and defensive operations.
  • Expanded Construction Areas: Unlike the previous test, where factories could only be built in the central Hub Area, other maps now feature outposts where players can establish and expand their factories.

Story, Scenes, and Levels

Several updates have been made to the game's storyline and environments to offer a more immersive experience:

  • Reworked Main Storyline: The main quest line has been expanded and enriched for a more captivating narrative.
  • New Maps: Nine maps will be available in the beta.
  • New Puzzle and Dungeon Content: Fresh puzzle mechanics and dungeons have been added to increase gameplay variety.

UI and System Enhancements

User interface and system guidance have been improved based on player feedback from the previous test.