The newest element in the version open beta belong to Back 4 Blood is a PvP mode called “Swarm“. In Swarm mode, 8 players are divided equally into two teams and participate in three games alternating between mutant Ridden and Human factions. The beta will have two maps for this mode and offer six variations Different Ridden include: Bruiser, Retch, Hocker, Exploder, Crusher and Stinger.
In addition to Swarm mode, the open beta also introduces some notable content such as missions, two new co-op maps, and Fort Hope hub. The beta brings most of the content that will appear in the final Back 4 Blood version.
Back 4 Blood marks the return of Turtle Rock Studios with the game genre that made their name. Left 4 Dead is a typical representative of games that bring the best multiplayer experience thanks to competitive missions that require flexible coordination between players. Therefore, it is understandable that “junior” Back 4 Blood possesses similar elements to Left 4 Dead.
Open beta begins August 5 and runs through August 9 on Xbox Series X | S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4 and PC for players who have pre-ordered. Players who do not pre-order still have the opportunity to participate by registering on the Back 4 Blood website here. The open beta will continue from August 12 to August 16. The beta supports cross-platform and cross-console play. Back 4 Blood will officially launch on October 12 on Xbox Series X | S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4 and PC.
