Smite 2's Open Beta Launch: January 14, 2025
Get ready! Smite 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the popular MOBA, launches its free-to-play open beta on January 14, 2025. This marks a significant milestone for the Unreal Engine 5-powered game, which entered Alpha in 2024.
This open beta brings a wealth of new content, including:
- Aladdin: The first God from the Tales of Arabia pantheon, debuting alongside the beta launch. This Magical Assassin/Jungler boasts unique abilities like wall-running and enemy trapping.
- Returning Favorites: Popular Gods from the original Smite, such as Mulan, Geb, Ullr, and Agni, are making a comeback with updated skill sets.
- Expanded Roster: The God roster will expand to nearly 50 by the end of January 2025, up from the initial 14 in the Alpha.
- New Game Modes: Experience the thrill of Joust (3v3) and Duel (1v1), both featuring a new Arthurian-themed map with teleporters and stealth grass.
- Aspects System: A revolutionary gameplay mechanic allowing players to trade a God's ability for a powerful bonus. 20 Gods will initially feature Aspects, with more to come.
- Quality-of-Life Improvements: Expect enhancements such as Role Guides, improved in-game messages, PC text chat, item store upgrades, and death recaps.
Beyond the in-game additions, the first Smite 2 esports tournament finale will be held at the HyperX Arena in Las Vegas from January 17-19, 2025.
Smite 2 will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Prepare for battle!