[PC, PS3, X360] DICE details Alpha Trial and Beta invites for Battlefield 3

[PC, PS3, X360] DICE details Alpha Trial and Beta invites for Battlefield 3

Are you excited by the idea of playing Battlefield 3 early? Well, so are a lot of users and now DICE has played up a brief but helpful 'Question & Answer' section to answer any questions you may have. We'll repost what they have written to help you out.

Quote:How can I get into the Alpha Trial?
It is a highly tech focused test period where the main purpose is to do a number of server related tests in preparation for game launch requiring a set amount of players online to ensure the final experience is as much fun and easy as possible.

Is this the Beta promised to buyers of Medal of Honor: Limited Edition?
No, this is an Alpha Trial, meaning this software is still not at the "Beta" development milestone. The Open Beta will start in September. The exact date for when Medal of Honor: Limited Edition players can join the Beta will be announced at a later date.

Can I join the Battlefield 3 Closed Alpha Trial?
The Alpha is a closed test and by invitation only. If you'd like to have a chance to be called upon make sure to register for our newsletter and ensure your Veteran status is up to date.
We are also not giving away keys to the Alpha Trial on any of our social networking platforms.

Recently a Medal of Honor: Limited Edition Beta newsletter went out to users. What is that all about?
Well, that newsletter says you are entitled to play the beta in September. It is however not a ticket or a code. If you purchased a copy of Medal of Honor with the Battlefield 3 Beta sticker on it, you are eligible for the Beta. If you have not received the newsletter, make sure you opt in on your EA Profile to receive them. Also, if you haven´t received the newsletter and own a copy of Medal of Honor: Limited edition, you are eligible to play in the beta.

If you have any questions then be sure to hit up the author of the Q&A on Twitter and they'll reply to as best they can.

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[Multi] West / Zampella lawsuit looks set to go to trial

[Multi] West / Zampella lawsuit looks set to go to trial

It has been awhile since we've heard on the matter regarding Activision vs. Infinity Ward's former employees, but the story has surfaced again. It looks like their case may actually go to trial as well based on a ruling from the Los Angeles Superior Court which has deemed that there is sufficient evidence to support claims that Activision defrauded the former co-founders of Infinity Ward.

This news comes months after Activisions claims were also seemingly approved to go to trial as well (which can be read here). Both sides are seeking relatively hefty damages, and it will be interesting to see from here where things go.

West / Zampella's case could find itself in court in late 2011 / early 2012, so be sure to stay tuned for further details.

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Infinity Ward suit against Activision going to trial

by Richard Mitchell on Jun 17th 2011 5:44PM

After languishing in the legal system for over a year, the lawsuit filed against Activision by Infinity Ward founders Vincent Zampella and Jason West appears to be moving forward, according to the Hollywood Reporter. The publication reports that a Los Angeles judge has ruled that Zampella and West's claims against Activision have merit -- complaints of unpaid royalties among others -- meaning the suit should finally be going to court.

The news comes months after a judge allowed Activision's countersuit to move forward as well. Both sides of the suit are seeking significant damages. Appropriately enough, with both sides cleared to proceed, it looks like it's finally time for Activision and the former Call of Duty developers to go to war.

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