Hello Survivors!
As we count down to the first day of the World of the dead CBT, here is everything all survivors need to know, along with answers to frequently asked questions for both new and returning survivors.
How to Join the CBT:
The CBT goes live on October 29 at 22:00 (UTC) / October 30 at 07:00 (KST). If you wish to join, please visit the official World of the dead Steam store page and click the "Request Access" button.
CBT Schedule:
Start Date: October 29, 22:00 (UTC) / October 30, 07:00 (KST)
End Date: November 4, 08:00 (UTC) / November 4, 17:00 (KST)
The CBT will run for about five days only. Survivors eager to help shape the future of World of the dead are more than welcome to join! Stay tuned for more updates-- we will see you in the world of the dead!
Q: Which platform is World of the dead available on?
A: World of the dead is currently available exclusively on PC.
Q: What are the recommended system requirements for World of the dead?
A: The recommended system requirements for World of the dead are as follows;
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: 64-bit Windows 10
Processor: Intel Core i5-6600K / AMD Ryzen 5 1600
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / AMD Radeon RX 580
DirectX: Version 12
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 40 GB available space
Q: I submitted a playtest application through the official World of the dead Steam store page. Will I be notified if my playtest application is approved?
A: If you are accepted as a playtester for the CBT, you will receive an email from Steam at the email address registered to your Steam account. Be sure to check your inbox regularly!
Q: Where can I report bugs?
A: We have set up a Discord channel called #report-a-bug (discord.com/channels/1282528908591239241/1295372522384265237) where survivors can describe any issues they come across in detail. Attaching screenshots or videos along with the description is encouraged to help us handle the issue promptly! Rest assured, your report won’t go unnoticed, as we are actively monitoring the channel.
Q: Duo and Squad mode were unavailable in the last SNF. Will I be able to play with my friends this time?
A: That is correct. Both Duo and Squad modes are expected to return in the upcoming CBT. It is too dangerous to go alone. bring your friends and fight back against the abhorrent hellspawns together!
Q: How many language options will be available in the CBT?
A: A total of 12 languages will be available in the CBT. The language options are as follows:
English, Korean, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Japanese, Spanish (Mexico), Spanish (Spain), German, French, Italian, Portuguese (Brazil), and Russian.
Q: Will players have a chance to experience new maps?
A: Absolutely. Two new maps- Wasteland and Issaquah- will be introduced in the upcoming CBT.
Wasteland is an underground-themed map where an underground shelter has been overrun by demons and zombies. The other new map, Issaquah, is set in an abandoned village, with reanimated villagers and distorted beasts swarming from all directions.
Q: I don’t think I have fully grasped the basics of gameplay and could use another tutorial session. Is there a way to replay the tutorial?
A: To replay the tutorial, press ESC -> Settings, then go to the Gameplay tab and click the Retry Tutorial button.
Q: The FAQ doesn't solve my questions. What should I do?
A: If the FAQ does not answer your questions, feel free to ask other survivors in our official Discord server.
Our team is also working on a dedicated Customer Support website where survivors will be able to submit tickets for any gameplay issues. We will announce its launch through official channels once it’s ready. In the meantime, we will do our best to help resolve any gameplay issues through Discord.