Agents,
In September 2016, we made a strong commitment to improving the game together with you, our community. The Elite Task Force was created to make sure that player feedback would be heard and included in key elements of the game’s balancing. 13 of our dedicated players were chosen to be a part of the first ETF group and were flown to Malmö, Sweden, to take part in a three-day workshop at Massive’s offices on the future development of The Division. The event was a great success, and the ETF were instrumental in helping us create what would become the game-changing Update 1.4.
We’ve worked with the ETF members ever since, getting constant invaluable feedback and insights from them. We’re awed by their passion and their knowledge of The Division and they’ve all proved to us just how important working with our community is as we look towards the future.
In January 2017, we want to expand the ETF program with a second group of Elite Task Force agents. Just like last time, we will invite this group of players to take part in a three-day workshop - this time at Red Storm Studios in Morrisville, North Carolina - on January 11-13, 2017. The workshop will primarily focus on parts that was left out of the 1.4 rebalancing of the game: The Dark Zone and PvP balancing for Update 1.6.
Remember, you don’t need to be a world famous YouTuber, gigantic streamer or podcast hero to be a part of the ETF. If you play The Division, are available on those dates (and possible days before and after for travel) and want to be part of creative and open discussions on the aforementioned subjects, we want to hear from you! You also need to be 18+ years old and have a valid passport (if traveling from outside the US). We’ll pay for flights, hotel and food during your stay with us.
Interested? We’re open for submissions right now! Fill out the form, let us know who you are and why you’d be an ideal candidate and we’ll see some of you at Red Storm soon!
If you want to learn more about what it’s like to be a part of the ETF, make sure to listen to Skill Up’s interview with ETF member DeepFriedDave or read Dave’s summary of the September event on Reddit.
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!
The Division Dev Team