This week is kicking off with a very pleasant surprise for shooter fans: you’ll soon have the opportunity to experience the Cold War gone hot, since ‘83 will offer a public, free demo for everyone to try out.
Described as a spiritual successor to the classic Rising Storm series, the game is set in an alternate Cold War scenario in 1983, putting players into 40 vs. 40 complex large-scale battles, and it has already been having closed playtests and gaining some attention in the community.
Get Your First Taste Of ‘83 With A Free Demo During Steam Next Fest
As revealed by the Blue Dot Games studio in a recent trailer, 83’ will be taking part in next week’s Steam Next Fest, where it will display its first public demo for all players, from October 13th to 20th.
As mentioned previously, the game has been gaining some attention, especially due to its “authentic and realistic, yet accessible online first-person tactical shooter” premise. So, in addition to the gameplay, the playtest also offers players to explore its technical features, giving a sneak peek at what to expect from the full release.
You can take a look at what’s waiting for you in the trailer right below:
Oh, and if you are too eager to play it, the developers will have some limited-time play sessions for this same demo ahead of the festival, starting today (October 6th). Check the schedule:
Monday, October 6
- UK Time: 2 PM & 6 PM
- US East Time: 9 AM & 1 PM
Tuesday, October 7
- UK Time: 11 AM & 6 PM
- US East Time: 6 AM & 1 PM
Wednesday, October 8
- UK Time: 5 PM
- US East Time: 12 PM
Thursday, October 9
- UK Time: 7 PM
- US East Time: 2 PM
Friday, October 10
- UK Time: 11 AM & 6 PM
- US East Time: 6 AM & 1 PM
Saturday, October 11
- UK Time: 11 AM & 6 PM
- US East Time: 6 AM & 1 PM
You can get more information on these limited-time play sessions on the game’s official server on Discord. ‘83 is expected to arrive on PC in early access before the end of the year.
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Author: 360 Technology Group
