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Open beta thread: http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1055242



Latest update: The Rhino and Kira update



edit3:

Dirty Bomb is going into open beta next month:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5jy3mXVSoM

There isn't a specific date given or anything. Could be the first of the month (doubt it) or could be 11:59pm on the 30th... but probably somewhere in between.

edit: Alienware key giveaway: https://eu.alienwarearena.com/giveaways/dirty-bomb-closed-beta-key-giveaway

edit2: new dev streaming schedule: http://forums.dirtybomb.nexon.net/discussion/10766/dirty-bomb-on-twitch, they giveaway keys there, merch (was an umbrella the last time), and answer questions of course

http://www.twitch.tv/DirtyBomb
http://www.twitch.tv/splashdamageltd/


First off, no NDA, though they don't mention the Nexon account phase. Previously that was off-limits to talk about, only the Steam version was NDA free, so maybe that's still a thing.

SUPPORTED REGIONS: http://steamcommunity.com/app/333930/discussions/1/618456760261009974/

new main site: http://dirtybomb.nexon.net/

new trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fcz-tzARF6M

about: http://dirtybomb.nexon.net/game/about

meet the mercs: http://dirtybomb.nexon.net/mercs

starter pack: http://dirtybomb.nexon.net/game/starter-pack

Steam store page: http://store.steampowered.com/app/333930/

you can still sing up and wait for invites, if you don't want to pay for instant access

Splash Damage says this closed beta won't have any downtime (only if there's maintenance) and wipes. The proper launch is slated for summer.

forum post with FAQ: http://forums.dirtybomb.nexon.net/discussion/1574/dirty-bomb-is-back-and-here-to-stay

Hello one and all,

We are back in action for always on servicewith no more planned wipes AND we come bearing gifts – that shiny Obsidian Loadout Card is waiting for you if you played during our last testing period so get in game and claim it, but wait there’s more! Those of you who participated in our Dirty Bomb test sessions on Steam between January 6th and January 20th this year, have also been granted 30,000 in-game credits to help unlock your favorite Merc or pick up some new Loadout Cards.

There have also been some pretty cool changes and additions to the game- for all the nitty-gritty-dirty details check out the patch notes .

Now that Dirty Bomb is back for good we’re sure you have some burning questions- read the FAQ below and see if we’ve covered that for ya:

FAQ

Q. Will there be any more wipes?
A. No more wipes are planned- so time to really start getting those credits and earning your Mercs and loot 

Q: Is Dirty Bomb still in Closed Beta?
A: It is indeed! We’ll be continuing to bring improvements and new content to Dirty Bomb even after release, but while we’re in Closed Beta, you may spot a few more bugs than would otherwise be the case. Guns that oink, or Slender Man making the odd appearance, aren’t entirely usual at this stage in development. For the most part though, you’ll be able to run around having a blast with your Mercs.

Q: Is there an NDA in place? Can I publish videos and stream Dirty Bomb?
A: There’s no longer an NDA in place, want to stream or create Dirty Bomb videos? We’d love to see you do just that. Don’t forget to ping us on Twitter, Facebook or the Forum to celebrate your stuff!

Q. Is Dirty Bomb going to be pay-to-win?
A. Dirty Bomb will be free-to-win, meaning players who chose not to spend any money will not be at a disadvantage to those who do. There will be options to buy items, but anything that has an impact on performance can be unlocked without spending even one penny. For example, while we’ll have two free Mercs at all times, and a free rotation of additional Mercs, some Mercs also will be available to purchase with Credits (earned) or currency (paid).

Q. Is Dirty Bomb still free-to-play?
A. Dirty Bomb is free-to-play and, more importantly, free-to-win.

Q. Will you be sending out any more keys?
A. We certainly will! In fact we will be sending out keys to sign-ups weekly -every Thursday during closed beta starting April 2nd. Sweet right? Also be sure to check our social channels often for giveaways and the like and of course sign up here for the best chance at getting access.

Q. What ways will new players be able to join the closed beta now?
A. We will be sending out keys to sign ups ( see above) as well as giving away keys on our social channels. We also now offer a starter pack. Details on that here: http://store.steampowered.com/app/355730

Q. How long is this phase going to last?
A. The game will be up and playable 24/7 from here on out (aside from maintenance of course.)Yay!

Q. What Mercs are available right now? When will we be getting new ones?
A. Aura and Skyhammer will always be unlocked and you will have the following Mercs available to purchase with credits:
- Proxy
- Vassili
- Sawbonez
- Arty
- Fragger

We’ve got plenty more Mercs on the way, and the free Merc rotation will allow you to trial new Mercs before recruiting them to your team! Fragger and Proxy will be the two in the free rotation this time around so definitely spend some time with them.

Q. What Maps do we get?
A. Try these on for size:
- Bridge
- Terminal
- Trainyard
- Chapel
- Underground

edit: If you were already in the beta, but for some reason the game isn't in your library anymore

The game disappeared from my library. When I tried activating a used key it told me I already own the game and then it popped back up in my library.

Maybe give this a shot XHVQC-8D252-AFFPF

or

You can just go to Dirty Bomb's store page and click play game, it'll redownload it.

http://store.steampowered.com/app/333930/

 

[jediyoshi]

Looks like previous cbt users are out. Would've been down with still having access without the bonuses. Seems like it'd benefit them so people who get the starter pack have a larger player base to play with.

 

[ashecitism]

kudochop is streaming atm: http://www.twitch.tv/kudochop

Looks like previous cbt users are out. Would've been down with still having access without the bonuses. Seems like it'd benefit them so people who get the starter pack have a larger player base to play with.

I don't think so? When they gave me the steam key early Jan, I recall it saying I'll have access for good. It even says in the forum post:

Those of you who participated in our Dirty Bomb test sessions on Steam between January 6th and January 20th this year, have also been granted 30,000 in-game credits to help unlock your favorite Merc or pick up some new Loadout Cards.

wouldn't make sense to lock out people

gotta check it on steam

edit: it's updating for me

 

[w00zey]

kudochop is streaming atm: http://www.twitch.tv/kudochop

I'm not a huge twitch person but look from time to time and I'm not telling people how to spend their money but man when I see 150 dollar donations go across the screen I just can't believe it.

Why would someone pay him 150 dollars to stream this? a few bucks sure but man 150 dollar donation.

 

[Miker]

Wait, so if I played in the beta weekend a few weeks ago, how do I play? Dirty Bomb is no longer in my installable games list.

 

[ashecitism]

Wait, so if I played in the beta weekend a few weeks ago, how do I play? Dirty Bomb is no longer in my installable games list.

it's updating for me now

 

[jediyoshi]

I don't think so? When they gave me the steam key early Jan, I recall it saying I'll have access for good. It even says in the forum post:



wouldn't make sense to lock out people

gotta check it on steam

edit: it's updating for me

No clue, it's out of my steam library

 

[ashecitism]

Probably a bug then.

 

[Miker]

it's updating for me now

No clue, it's out of my steam library

Yup, gone from my library as well. I uninstalled it after the last test because I didn't think it would come back for a while. Did you leave it installed, ashecitism?

 

[NIN90]

Yeah gone from my library too.

 

[ashecitism]

Yeah, I left it installed.

 

[HelloMeow]

Looks like previous cbt users are out. Would've been down with still having access without the bonuses. Seems like it'd benefit them so people who get the starter pack have a larger player base to play with.

The game disappeared from my library. When I tried activating a used key it told me I already own the game and then it popped back up in my library.

Maybe give this a shot XHVQC-8D252-AFFPF

 

[ashecitism]

Hmm, everyone who has the problem try that above method out and see how it works out.

 

[BaronMonstro]

It's still in my library and I also left it installed.

 

[Miker]

The game disappeared from my library. When I tried activating a used key it told me I already own the game and then it popped back up in my library.

Maybe give this a shot XHVQC-8D252-AFFPF

Thanks! This worked for me when I chose to install straight from the activation dialogue.

 

[ashecitism]

The game disappeared from my library. When I tried activating a used key it told me I already own the game and then it popped back up in my library.

Maybe give this a shot XHVQC-8D252-AFFPF

Put this on the OP.

 

[Robert J. Sullivan]

You can just go to Dirty Bomb's store page and click play game, it'll redownload it.

http://store.steampowered.com/app/333930/

 

[ashecitism]

put that also in OP

 

[Robert J. Sullivan]

Low quality cfgs : https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1990582/ShooterEngine.ini
https://ideone.com/fork/mXGgnO

(2nd one may be the same thing than first one, haven't checked, only use the top one)

Go to Documents > My Games > UnrealEngine3 > ShooterGame > Config > and replace the file ShooterEngine.ini with the one provided in the link. Afterwards, right click on the file and click Properties and check the Read-Only box.

Red Eye fix: FloatingPointRenderTargets=True

 

[ashecitism]

Is that for people with not so good specs?

 

[Robert J. Sullivan]

Is that for people with not so good specs?

I guess it could work for them. It's mostly to remove some distracting stuff/lower texture resolution and assure that you get no fps drops in any circumstance so even some folks with good computers use them. They exist on pretty much any fps that has fast movement speed.

 

[ashecitism]

I might give it a try. On my notebook I get around 30fps, but it occasionally drops in the 20s or goes up to the 40s lol

 

[mkenyon]

The balance changes look to be pretty great. Gonna watch Kudochop while I patiently wait for my work day to be done.

DB Hype!!!!!!

 

[Uiki]

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I might give it a try. On my notebook I get around 30fps, but it occasionally drops in the 20s or goes up to the 40s lol

It will look like an xbox 1 game. But it runs butter smooth (i'm using the second cfg).

Fuck ue3 T_T

 

[elcuervo75]

I've had beta keys for a while but didn't have a video card that could handle it. I just got a GTX 960 (love it) so I am looking forward to finally give this a good run.

Enemy Territory (made by the same dev) was my favorite online shooter of all time! I hope this game can recapture some of those amazing moments.

 

[mkenyon]

I've had beta keys for a while but didn't have a video card that could handle it. I just got a GTX 960 (love it) so I am looking forward to finally give this a good run.

Enemy Territory (made by the same dev) was my favorite online shooter of all time! I hope this game can recapture some of those amazing moments.

You will not be disappointed.

 

[Robert J. Sullivan]

If you want to get into the beta without paying 20 european dollarydoos, you can click on "join game" on a friend that's playing. It'll download you the game.

 

[ashecitism]

http://www.destructoid.com/dirty-bomb-aims-high-with-its-focus-on-hardcore-fps-action-289520.phtml
http://www.pcgamer.com/dirty-bomb-nails-the-most-important-details-for-shooters-is-that-enough/
http://www.pcgamesn.com/dirty-bomb/hands-on-with-the-dirty-bomb-closed-beta

 

[jediyoshi]

Downloaded, still no go. Library has a purchase icon for its entry and hitting play redirects to the store page.

 

[Uiki]

Downloaded, still no go. Library has a purchase icon for its entry and hitting play redirects to the store page.

They are aware of it.

Hi all, we are working on this right now and apologize for the inconvenience, hope to have it resolved shortly. This was DEFINITELY not our intent.

 

[jediyoshi]

They are aware of it.

Ah good to know thanks

 

[Erasus]

Cool, I liked what I played of it. Ill keep it installed!

 

[Uiki]

Ah good to know thanks

It's working again.

 

[mkenyon]

Please be 5:00, please be 5:00, please be 5:00.

 

[SneakyStephan]

Man I hope they work really hard on optimising it...
I love it but it's not playable on my cpu super low fps and stutter all over.

A friend with an amd fx8230 has the same problem.

 

[mkenyon]

Man I hope they work really hard on optimising it...
I love it but it's not playable on my cpu super low fps and stutter all over.

A friend with an amd fx8230 has the same problem.

Can only do so much with UE3 and CPU usage.

There's some configs that help a lot, like the ones above.

 

[derFeef]

It feels pretty good, and very fast. Only played some rounds of Objective though.

 

[ashecitism]

Man I hope they work really hard on optimising it...
I love it but it's not playable on my cpu super low fps and stutter all over.

A friend with an amd fx8230 has the same problem.

By super low do you mean single digits or 10s? Can't imagine my notebook having better performance than your and your friend's rig.

 

[SneakyStephan]

By super low do you mean single digits or 10s? Can't imagine my notebook having better performance than your and your friend's rig.

between 20-40 fps and a lot of stutter

 

[ashecitism]

hmm can't join any game, whether it's quick play or server browser. Keeps giving me server full error. Also hanged and crashed on a couple of occasions. Anyone else with these problems? I saw kudochop yesterday having the former issue.

 

[ashecitism]

Alright, got into a couple of matches. I can get higher framerates now, however at wider fluctuation. Like it can be between 40-50 and then go up to 60, or at worst drop down to the high 20s. And with v-sync on. Going to try one of those low cfgs if it can help stabilize it.

Also, there's some horrible sound issues that can come up. Stuttering, buzzing, you name it.

And shotguns are powerful, bloody hell!

 

[mkenyon]

I really recommend that people immediately jump into Stopwatch with a max size of 12.

Anything larger feels really cluttered and random. The abilities being spammed by a team of 7-8, compared to 6, changes the feel of the game for the worse.

Hit Rank 6 last night. Perhaps another day of playing before I can start some delicious MM.

 

[Mister Negative]

Finding it really difficult to get into a US East server that actually has people on it. Thankfully I just discovered the auto-join feature.

 

[mkenyon]

Kudochop streaming: http://www.twitch.tv/kudochop

 

[ashecitism]

He's owning with Proxy. And Splash Damage is in the chat. Someone from Nexon too.

Quick update on Credit earn rate. We've discovered that indeed the earn rate is a little too low, but also there's a bug in Stopwatch that you're not getting credits for the first round played. So that's why you earned so little yesterday Kudo. If you play Objective today, you'll earn a lot more credits v time invested.

Also, we're looking into potentially pushing a new build out later today pre-peak US CCU to address

Yea, we'll look into the shottys next week

there will also be less shotty's / player when the Merc pool increases

I'm setting a design call for Monday and will talk with the boys on Monday about them.

 

[mkenyon]

Dirty Bomb twitch channel doing a bunch of giveaways and whatnot.

http://www.twitch.tv/dirtybomb

 

[jaundicejuice]

So how is Splash Damage doing free of the fuckery that is Bethesda/Zenimax?

 

[legacyzero]

I absolutely PRAISED this game during the Alpha. The balance was perfect. Player speed, TTKs, etc. Then when the Beta came, they had cranked both of those things up, and just made the game a cluster-fuck for me

Player speed is MEGA fast now, and enemies are super spongey.

I'm still trying to get used to the flow now.

 

[Maffis]

Yay. Scored a key from the chat. Pro tip: get the window on steam open for inputting the code and have your fingers on ctrl-c on standby.

 

[mkenyon]

I absolutely PRAISED this game during the Alpha. The balance was perfect. Player speed, TTKs, etc. Then when the Beta came, they had cranked both of those things up, and just made the game a cluster-fuck for me

Player speed is MEGA fast now, and enemies are super spongey.

I'm still trying to get used to the flow now.

Yeah, they definitely upped the skill ceiling massively.

Though, part of the reason why it feels like player speed is silly is because everyone is using Proxy and Aura, who are the two fastest characters in the game. As soon as people unlock more mercs, as well as begin to understand that ADSing is actually harmful 90% of the time, then you'll see a switch.