SAND: Raiders of Sophie
Steam News 25 October 20256mo ago

The SAND Playtest has been re-opened!

Servus Allies! As promised in yesterday's development update, the SAND playtest is back after a brief pause! As a reminder, in this playtest you will have access to two modes: Storm Dive: A new game mode that emphasizes…

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addedAs a reminder, in this playtest you will have access to two modes:Storm Dive: A new game mode that emphasizes action and confrontation. Where you alongside a number of other smugglers will drop onto the planet of Sophie aboard your trampler and battle against the clock to explore, loot and extract safely before the world is engulfed by a devastating sandstorm. Voyage: The classic SAND experience. Explore, loot, sneak, ambush, engage in combat, and extract at your leisure (or when your food runs out).
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Servus Allies!

As promised in yesterday's development update, the SAND playtest is back after a brief pause!

As a reminder, in this playtest you will have access to two modes:

Storm Dive: A new game mode that emphasizes action and confrontation. Where you alongside a number of other smugglers will drop onto the planet of Sophie aboard your trampler and battle against the clock to explore, loot and extract safely before the world is engulfed by a devastating sandstorm. Voyage: The classic SAND experience. Explore, loot, sneak, ambush, engage in combat, and extract at your leisure (or when your food runs out).

You can find the patch notes and known issues list HERE

If you’ve applied to participate in the playtest, you should either already have an email in your inbox inviting you to play SAND or will receive one before the end of the day. If you have not yet applied, head to the steam page now and click “Request Access” If you've participated in previous playtests, you can access the game right away!

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The playtest will last about 5 days.

Please don't hesitate to head over to our Discord to leave any feedback you have about the playtest and report any bugs you encounter!

Once again, Streaming IS allowed everywhere.

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