How do we apply to be a GW beta tester?

As the saying goes "If you are not part of the solution you are part of the problem". To that end I have beta tested other software, used to NDA's etc, and would like to know the criteria etc. Judging from the bug thread and it's size, I think they need a lot more testers.

pretty sure that all beta testing slots are filled and i would imagine it would be doubtful if they selected anyone new or if they did that it would be open to any and all. If for some reason they needed other testers I think they would go to the "so called" elite players and recruite them. Just my 2 pennies worth :P

Find an alpha tester and ask nicely for them to give you an invite.

Alpha ware.. *shudder* install and pray LOL ok thanks

Beta Weekend Events are typically open, or semi-open events.

Beta testing for Guild Wars is often referred to as Alpha testing, though it's technically by definition of the Beta variety, and is furnished by players through a referral/invite-only system, as I understand it.

Longtime/productive testers earn invitations and bring in other individuals as they see fit, who sign an NDA, and then wait for approval.


Perhaps someone with actual experience can give a more detailed summary, but the key point remains that one can not actually 'apply' for beta testing.

To gain membership you have to either be the son of a beta tester or save the life of a beta tester.

But seriously, I'm pretty sure Anet already has numerous testers they keep in contact with for feedback and whatnot.

I got a freind who was an Alpha Tester. He said he signed something, and he wasnt aloud to tell me nothing. He tested for Factions, and he is probly noticed as an "Elite PLayer". He was invited by a freind of his who was in his PvP guild. I asked him how to become a tester and all he told me was "You need to be reconized from an Anet worker, or from another Beta Tester who is able to invite you". THis was a while back and I do know this kid for "Making things up".

So i dont know how accuret this acually is, but thats what i know....

Wonder what they say if i sent them an email or support or whatever, and asked how to become a beta tester..

That actually explains a lot. Ok thanks.