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Dark Souls II PlayStation 3 Beta Delayed
The beta for the PlayStation 3 version of Dark Souls II was supposed to begin this morning, but it didn't happen and Namco Bandai has offered an apology.
It's unclear exactly what prevented the beta from launching, but Namco Bandai was quick to apologize, and assure all those involved that their beta spots are still secure.
Below you will find Namco Bandai's tweets addressing the beta.
We're currently investigating issues players are having logging into the Dark Souls II PS3 Network Test servers - We'll have an update soon.
— NAMCO BANDAI America (@namcogames) October 27, 2013
Attention Dark Souls II Testers! It seems that North and South American players will not be able to log into the servers for this test.
— NAMCO BANDAI America (@namcogames) October 27, 2013
We thoroughly apologize for all of the confusion and issues. We will be rescheduling the Network Test for another date.
— NAMCO BANDAI America (@namcogames) October 27, 2013
We know this is quite disheartening and we thank everyone for their enthusiasm.
— NAMCO BANDAI America (@namcogames) October 27, 2013
Everyone who was in this test will be allowed in for the next Dark Souls II PS3 Network Test. Your spot is secure.
— NAMCO BANDAI America (@namcogames) October 27, 2013
[Source: @namcogames, via Kotaku]
Our Take
It's unfortunate that things didn't go as planned for the beta, but this is the kind of thing betas are for: to fix problems before the game's release. Namco Bandai has offered a thorough and quick apology, and it sounds like it is on the case to get it fixed.
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