FreeStyle Football 2 Open Beta Trailer Drops From Joycity on September 4

Joycity has released a new trailer for the upcoming open beta test of FreeStyle Football 2, the next football title from WOORE Studio. The beta is set to begin on 4 September at 8:00 a.m. Brasília time, giving players a first look at the game’s online experience across multiple platforms.

Key takeaways

  • The open beta test for FreeStyle Football 2 launches on 4 September at 8:00 a.m. Brasília time.
  • Access is free on PS5, Xbox Series, and PC through Steam.
  • The beta runs from 4 to 8 September, serving as the final phase to validate cross-play between PC and consoles.
  • Matches in the test are quick online games played 5v5.
  • Control is based on a “one player, one character” system.

Cross-play validation drives open beta

Before the wider release of FreeStyle Football 2, Joycity is using the open beta as a final validation step for cross-play compatibility between PC and console versions. Players on different platforms will be able to join the same online environment during the test window.

The free beta is available on PS5 and Xbox Series, as well as on PC via Steam, with the scheduled period running from 4 September to 8 September.

How the beta will be played

During the trial, participants will take part in fast-paced online matches featuring five players per side. Joycity also outlined a control setup designed around “one player, one character,” indicating each participant directly manages a single in-game character throughout gameplay.

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