Prologue Go Wayback playtest start time for July and how to join the demo
Prologue: Go Wayback is back in action with a new playtest, offering you another opportunity to get a sneak peek at the game before its official release.
Prologue: Go Wayback is vying for the title of the most playtested game in history, and we're not about to stop it. The survival game genre has been crying out for a new top dog, and now that the Dune Awakening beta testing has come and gone, it's evident that there are more opportunities up for grabs by PlayerUnknown Productions, even if many players have been lured in by Fallout 76's new fishing content.
The new game, which drops players into an ever-evolving forest and challenges them to survive against the elements and wilderness across Steam and Epic Games Store, has so far made a positive impression, particularly following its June playtest, demonstrating to players that it's continually improving. There's still plenty of work to be done, however, and PlayerUnknown Productions is working tirelessly to ensure that players receive the best experience as frequently as possible.
A new playtest period is upon us, and there's loads to look forward to – including the chance to play the full game a bit further down the line. But when exactly does the Prologue: Go Wayback playtest begin?
Here's what you need to know about securing early access.
Prologue Go Wayback playtest start time
The July Prologue Go Wayback playtest is scheduled to kick off at 8am PDT / 11am EDT / 4pm BST on Monday, June 23, according to a new post in the PlayerUnknown Productions Discord.
To participate in the playtest, simply head over to the developer's Discord channel and click 'interested' on the playtest event in the Announcements channel. You'll then be notified when playtests are open on a first-come-first-served basis, and provided with a link to sign up.
You also have the option to react with an emoji to the announcement for a chance to test a full build of the game, although there's no information yet on when this opportunity will be available. It's a rather efficient system for such regular playtests, and it could offer you the chance to be part of the history of the next big thing. Don't miss out.
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