Operation Apocalypse: Beta Test, Release Date, FAQs

Operation Apocalypse, the successor of now-defunct 5v5 hero shooter Hyper Front, has been announced recently by Chinese game developer NetEase Games. With Hyper Front's impending comeback, NetEase Games, via the game's Discord channel, revealed some details, including beta test, global release date, and other FAQs. Check out all the details below.

Game Overview

NetEase Games independently developed its first 5V5 multi-hero skills shooting mobile game, Operation Apocalypse. The game utilizes Unreal Engine 4 to generate high-quality mobile graphics. It uses a fusion of various alien cultures and oriental aesthetics to create combat maps and battle heroes in a variety of styles. The combination of the unique skills of each hero with their professional shooting prowess transcends the constraints of conventional shooting, enriches tactical shooting strategies, and gives each game an infinite number of potential outcomes.

Furthermore, Operation Apocalypse adopts a more nationally oriented aesthetic by drawing inspiration from Chinese culture and fashion patterns during the inception of its heroes, maps, weapons, and music.

Operation Apocalypse - Beta Test FAQs

Here are some of the answers by the Operation Apocalypse team to players' most asked questions regarding the game's beta test.

FIRST BETA

Q: When is the Global Beta Test?

A: I am unable to disclose such information as neither the Dev team nor I have control over when the next beta will be. It will be within the few months that are to come.

Q: How can I obtain access to the Chinese Beta?

A: You must have a verified Chinese ID and Number; obtaining the game through unofficial links and/or APKs is not recommended as it can put your device at risk; NetEase is not liable for any damages.

Q: When is the opening time of "Star Test" in Operation Apocalypse?

A: The test start time is April 11, 2024; the end time will be notified separately, so please pay attention to the official follow-up news.

Q: What is the test type for the "Star Test" in Operation Apocalypse?

A: This test is a limited number, payment, and file deletion test; the specific rules for recharge and return during the test period will be explained separately. Please pay attention to the follow-up official news.

Q: How do I obtain the test qualifications for the "Star Test" of Operation Apocalypse?

A: This test will be launched simultaneously on the official website (tqxd.163.com), NetEase Master, and other channels. Star users can download and participate in the test on their own.

Q: Are there any model or system restrictions for the "Star Test" in Operation Apocalypse?

A: This test is limited to Android systems. Supports most Android models to participate in the test, but there may be compatibility issues with folding screen phones.

Q: What are the system requirements of Operation Apocalypse?

Minimum device specs: Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, Huawei Kirin 960, and MediaTek Dimensity 6020. Recommended specs: Snapdragon 845, Kirin 980, or Dimensity 6080.

Q: I have participated in the "Pioneer Test" and "Elite Test" of "Operation Apocalypse". Will the in-game data be carried over to this test?

A: No. The test data will be deleted after the test is completed and will not be inherited from this test.

Operation Apocalypse - Release Date FAQs

Here are some of the answers by the Operation Apocalypse team to players' most asked questions regarding the game's release schedule.

FOR CHINA

Q: When will the game be released?

A: The current date for the full launch in China is August 30, 2024.

Q: How can I download and play Operation Apocalypse?

A: Unless there's an announcement regarding an ongoing beta, you are unable to play. If there is, then follow the instructions on the announcement or ask a [Discord] Moderator in chat.

Q: What are the minimum requirements for Operation Apocalypse?

A: [Recommended iOS specs: iPhone XR and above.] [Recommended Android specs: anything with a Snapdragon 865 or equivalent to it. Using older devices may work but may have less performance.]

Q: Is there confirmation that Operation Apocalypse will not be sued by Riot Games?

A: There is an agreement between NetEase and Riot Games that allows for the existence of both Operation Apocalypse and Valorant; as long as the agreement is not broken, there will be no issues.

Q: Will there be a LITE version of Operation Apocalypse?

A: As of right now, there are no plans of there being a LITE version for Operation Apocalypse, as the game is much more advanced than Hyper Front; there may be one in the future, so keep your eyes up for any announcements made.

FOR GLOBAL

Q: When is Operation Apocalypse gonna be released?

A: There is no global release date yet.

Q: Why isn't the game global? It seems global-ready to me.

A: There are many factors that you do not see, including bugs and other issues such as performance. Once the game is ready, it will be available globally; until then, you will have to wait.

Q: Why is there no global launch date yet?

A: Here are the primary reasons the game does not find itself on the global market yet.

• There is no global licensing for the game yet; while the licenses are pending, the game cannot be released globally.
• I see a lot of people claiming that the game will not be released outside of China. This is completely untrue. Although the game currently finds itself in China-only tests, the game will be released for the whole world (with exceptions in some countries due to some countries' laws), but the global project is, in fact, a thing.
• Some people are claiming that due to Ace Force 2's rapid success, NetEase will delay the title once more, but that is also untrue, the development team is still working as hard as ever before.

For more news and updates about the development of the game, you can join its official Discord channel (https://discord.gg/OperationApocalypse) and visit #announcements.

Note: I've updated the article with the latest information.