Quick Take
- The Beacon playtest begins on Ronin September 4 through September 7.
- Exclusive R-Vision headset NFT and in-game rewards included in the event.
- Updated dungeons, combat system, and new content available in the roguelite RPG.
The Beacon is launching its next public playtest on Ronin this week. The event runs from September 4 at 2 PM UTC through September 7 at 2 PM UTC.
The free-to-play crypto game’s new update introduces procedurally generated dungeons, additional monsters, traps, power-ups, and a reworked combat system. The game continues to expand its MMO-inspired structure with social hubs, player housing, and co-op progression features.
Access is available through a Ronin Wallet or Waypoint account connection on the Beacon’s official site. The updated client is now listed on the Epic Games Store, where the title can be added to a wishlist for release notifications.
Every account connected to the playtest will be eligible for post-event rewards, including the limited R-Vision headset NFT, which will be mintable at a later date, and an Adventurer’s Backpack item. Selected creators will also be issued a Seeker’s Mantle NFT.
Ronin confirmed that a separate event tied to the playtest will include a 10,000 RON reward pool, with further details to be announced.
What is The Beacon?
The Beacon is a free-to-play fantasy action roguelite RPG with MMO elements such as cooperative gameplay, social hubs, player housing, and long-term progression. Players battle through procedurally generated dungeons that shift with each run, facing different enemies, paths, and items every time.
The game features fast-paced combat, solo and online multiplayer options, and a range of customization tools for both characters and personal settlements. Beyond the dungeon runs, the world centers on Altaris and the fading light of the Beacon, which has protected humanity from the forces of Umbra for generations. Settlements like Dawnport serve as gathering points for adventurers, offering social spaces, quests, and opportunities to showcase loot and achievements.
Developed and published by Skillcap Inc, The Beacon is available through Windows and Mac, with support for blockchain and NFT integrations tied to gameplay and rewards.
