Guerrilla is set to run the first closed beta for its controversial multiplayer entry, Horizon Hunters Gathering, this weekend. PlayStation has emailed a selection of players confirming they’ll be able to try the PS5 and PC test build ahead of any wider trials.

  • Beta type: This is the inaugural closed test for Horizon Hunters Gathering, aimed at evaluating core multiplayer systems, matchmaking and server performance rather than offering a full experience.
  • Who gets in: Participation is limited—access is being handed out to chosen community members via PlayStation communication, so it isn’t an open signup or public stress test.
  • Platforms: The trial will run on PlayStation 5 and PC, reflecting the studio’s focus on cross-platform multiplayer for this instalment.
  • Why it matters: The Horizon brand is traditionally single-player, and this multiplayer pivot has split opinion; the closed beta will be an early indicator of whether Guerrilla’s design choices land with its fanbase.
  • What to expect: Selected testers will likely be asked for feedback and bug reports so the studio can iterate before broader testing phases or launch, making community impressions influential in next steps.

Source: Push Square

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