Anthem Open Demo Live Now
Suit up into your Javelins for free to embark on expeditions as Anthem Open Demo is live now and will be for the weekend.
Have you been looking forward to check out gameplay of upcoming online multiplayer action role-playing game Anthem before release? Worry not, because developer BioWare and publisher Electronic Arts has got you covered on this one.
Only few weeks ahead of release for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on February 22, the Open Demo experience offers players to jump into a javelin for a test drive from February 1-3 to have an idea of beauty and chaos that will surround them.
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Today, the demo goes live at 9 AM PT on February 1 and will continue till 6 PM PT of February 3. Hop in as one of the Freelancers and enjoy your ride into the third-person shooter RPG that is supposed to overthrow the success of Destiny series.
You will start your journey from Fort Tarsis, the walled city that is basically a central part of the game. It's a space protected from dangerous forces of outside world, where players can come to visit the Forge and customize their javelin with items they picked during missions.
RELATED: Anthem Game Awards 2018 Trailer
Aside from running around in your suits within Fort Tarsis, you can also visit additional included locations like the Arcanist Lab, Bar and Enclave to interact with other characters of Anthem. Many of them are around to chat with you but their in-game contracts are not available yet.
You are starting as a pilot at level 10, who is more than ready to take off for action with a fully prepared javelin. A second javelin can be unlocked in Open Demo by the time you reach level 12 and it is currently capped at level 15.
RELATED: Anthem Won't Have Cross-Play or DLC at Launch
The game has introduced four different Javelin types earlier; Colossus, Interceptor, Ranger and Storm so far. Colossus might be a bit sloth but is well-equipped to carry heavy armory and near-unstoppable for its toughest armor shield.
The lightning-fast speed of Interceptor good to evade enemy attacks while Storm has potential it its force field and elemental attacks. Even though Ranger is considered as a support Javelin, it has the explosive firepower assortment of grenade, lasers and rocket.
RELATED: Anthem Gameplay Details
Of course, you can come across dangerous wildlife during your exploration of the world around you and do not take these threats lightly just because you are wearing an exosuit. With a full squad of Freelancers, you get to complete Strongholds, high-level dungeons the demo offers to you.
Going out in the world, you might actually discover new secrets of the game while completing missions. One of them is a three-part expedition to find a relic with mysterious powers, tasked by an order of researcher-monks known as Arcanist Matthias.
RELATED: Anthem E3 Trailer
Given that the Open Demo is live for a relatively short period, BioWare adjusted earn rates for Coins, Items and XP to give players a possible full Anthem experience. Initially, you will have some Coins to purchase some cosmetics to equip yourself.
Even if you have missed out of VIP demo, which was reserved only for those who pre-ordered the game or subscribed for either of EA Access and Origin Access, this is your final free chance to take part before launch over this weekend.
RELATED: Top 10 Most Anticipated Video Games of 2018
So, download the client on your preferred platform before signing into your EA or Origin account as you pack your Javelins to fly or swim as you progress through every challenge thrown out at you to get a better understanding of the gameplay and story that makes it great.
This Open Demo is a great chance to enter the world of Anthem and have a full experience even if it lasts briefly. Don't miss out the chance to explore and enjoy the ride before BioWare and EA releases the full game on February 22!
Have you been looking forward to check out gameplay of upcoming online multiplayer action role-playing game Anthem before release? Worry not, because developer BioWare and publisher Electronic Arts has got you covered on this one.
Only few weeks ahead of release for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on February 22, the Open Demo experience offers players to jump into a javelin for a test drive from February 1-3 to have an idea of beauty and chaos that will surround them.
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| Anthem Open Demo Live Now |
RELATED: Top 10 Most Anticipated Video Games of 2019
Today, the demo goes live at 9 AM PT on February 1 and will continue till 6 PM PT of February 3. Hop in as one of the Freelancers and enjoy your ride into the third-person shooter RPG that is supposed to overthrow the success of Destiny series.
You will start your journey from Fort Tarsis, the walled city that is basically a central part of the game. It's a space protected from dangerous forces of outside world, where players can come to visit the Forge and customize their javelin with items they picked during missions.
RELATED: Anthem Game Awards 2018 Trailer
Aside from running around in your suits within Fort Tarsis, you can also visit additional included locations like the Arcanist Lab, Bar and Enclave to interact with other characters of Anthem. Many of them are around to chat with you but their in-game contracts are not available yet.
You are starting as a pilot at level 10, who is more than ready to take off for action with a fully prepared javelin. A second javelin can be unlocked in Open Demo by the time you reach level 12 and it is currently capped at level 15.
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| Embark on Expeditions |
RELATED: Anthem Won't Have Cross-Play or DLC at Launch
The game has introduced four different Javelin types earlier; Colossus, Interceptor, Ranger and Storm so far. Colossus might be a bit sloth but is well-equipped to carry heavy armory and near-unstoppable for its toughest armor shield.
The lightning-fast speed of Interceptor good to evade enemy attacks while Storm has potential it its force field and elemental attacks. Even though Ranger is considered as a support Javelin, it has the explosive firepower assortment of grenade, lasers and rocket.
RELATED: Anthem Gameplay Details
Of course, you can come across dangerous wildlife during your exploration of the world around you and do not take these threats lightly just because you are wearing an exosuit. With a full squad of Freelancers, you get to complete Strongholds, high-level dungeons the demo offers to you.
Going out in the world, you might actually discover new secrets of the game while completing missions. One of them is a three-part expedition to find a relic with mysterious powers, tasked by an order of researcher-monks known as Arcanist Matthias.
 |
| Encounter Unfriendly Wildlife |
RELATED: Anthem E3 Trailer
Given that the Open Demo is live for a relatively short period, BioWare adjusted earn rates for Coins, Items and XP to give players a possible full Anthem experience. Initially, you will have some Coins to purchase some cosmetics to equip yourself.
Even if you have missed out of VIP demo, which was reserved only for those who pre-ordered the game or subscribed for either of EA Access and Origin Access, this is your final free chance to take part before launch over this weekend.
RELATED: Top 10 Most Anticipated Video Games of 2018
So, download the client on your preferred platform before signing into your EA or Origin account as you pack your Javelins to fly or swim as you progress through every challenge thrown out at you to get a better understanding of the gameplay and story that makes it great.
This Open Demo is a great chance to enter the world of Anthem and have a full experience even if it lasts briefly. Don't miss out the chance to explore and enjoy the ride before BioWare and EA releases the full game on February 22!
