If you’re looking for a new game to play, we’ve got great news. Skull And Bones has announced an Open Beta that anyone can join, offering players the chance to fulfill their wildest pirate fantasies. Check out the features of the game, and how to join the beta.
How To Join the Skull And Bones Open Beta
The Skull and Bones Open Beta sets sail simultaneously across all regions and platforms, having hoisted anchor at 6 p.m. PST (US Pacific Time) on February 7. If you’re afraid of being lost in the sea of time zones, Ubisoft has charted a course with a handy Skull & Bones Open Beta webpage, providing links and schedules tailored to your local time.
Running from February 7 to 11, 2024, the open beta beckons all aspiring buccaneers to join the adventure, and the best part? It’s completely free for all, no purchase or pre-order required.
You’ll be able to play the game on PC via Ubisoft Connect or the Epic Games Store, or on Xbox Series X|S or PS5. The open beta welcomes all swashbucklers aboard, with full crossplay and cross-progression. Plus, any loot plundered and booty acquired during this weekend’s escapades will carry over into the full game, should you choose to embark on the voyage upon its launch on February 15.
Rewards For Joining The Skull And Bones Open Beta
Here are all the rewards available if you play and progress through the Open Beta of Skull and Bones:
- Reaching Tier 2: Unlock the Sir Reginald Grim Sail Emblem.
- Reaching Tier 4: Obtain the Tarred Sail Ship Pattern.
- Reaching Tier 6: Gain access to the Sign Language Emote.
- Using a medium ship: Receive the Cookie the Lemur Pet.
- Participating in a World Event (Merchant Convoy or Elite Captains): Acquire the Basilisk I Culverin Weapon.
Features of Skull And Bones
Here are all the features of the game that we know about:
- Platforms and Pricing:
- Available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC
- Console price: $70 USD, PC price: $60 USD
- Gameplay:
- Combines action RPG elements
- Offers solo or cooperative play
- Involves naval combat, ship customization, and exploration
- Progression driven by the infamy system
- Opportunities for ship upgrades and treasure hunting
- Naval Combat and Customization:
- Core focus on naval battles
- Extensive ship customization options including weapons, armor, and aesthetics
- 10 different ships with unique perks and customization possibilities
- Various gameplay mechanics enhance the experience, like spyglasses and flares
- Both PvE and PvP encounters available
- Settlements and Factions:
- Game world populated with settlements, production sites, outposts, and forts
- Each location offers distinct opportunities and challenges
- Player interactions with factions affect gameplay and faction relations
- Storyline:
- Features narrative elements woven into the world
- Lore can be uncovered through contracts and interactions with key characters
That’s all we’ve got on the Skull and Bones Open Beta this weekend. Meanwhile, feel free to check out the list of upcoming games in February 2024.
