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Press release:
PANGYO, Korea (October 23, 2023).
NCSOFT, a global premier developer and publisher, today announced with great happiness and excitement tha their action brawler “BATTLE CRUSH“, is now open for global Beta Test on Steam and Google Play.

From October 23 to 30, BATTLE CRUSH launched global Beta Test in 25 countries in North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia. For designated playable hours in each region, players can jump in and experience BATTLE CRUSH’s strategic brawl action with three different game modes and 15 characters called Calixers. More information on Beta Test gameplay hours is available here.

Further game information, visuals, and screenshots can be found at the online press kit.

Expecting an official launch in Spring 2024, BATTLE CRUSH is a new action battle brawler currently under development by NCSOFT. Upon launch, this multi-platform title will be playable on Steam, Nintendo Switch, and mobile (Android and iOS) – all supported with cross-play.

BATTLE CRUSH is a game where the last player standing is declared the winner out of up to 30 players, surviving from a shrinking terrain while facing enemies coming from all directions. Its feature highlights include:

Quick, action-packed strategic brawl battles with simple and easy controls – With a distinctive set of user-friendly controls and strategic combat actions, players can combine five types of skills to enjoy satisfying gameplay where each round only lasts eight minutes at most. Each attack and defense skill varies in distance, timing, and stamina consumption depending on the characters, allowing for strategic gameplay.

Unique battlefields and various game modes with up to 30 players – The battlefield narrows gradually over time, forcing players to always stay on the move. Players can choose from various game modes – Battle Royale (Solo or Team), Brawl (Solo or Team), Build-Up – and unique battlefields based on their tastes.

Play with Calixers with their own story and unique skills – BATTLE CRUSH offers a diverse range of Calixers, inspired by mythological figures like Hermes, Poseidon, Urus, and Lops. During the Beta Test, it offers 15 Calixers in total, exhibiting their individual charm through their unique skill sets.

Players can access global Beta Test via the BATTLE CRUSH official page on Steam and Google Play. During the Beta Test, players can find game information, announcements, and community events on its official Discord channel.

For more information about BATTLE CRUSH, please visit the official website or Discord channel.

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Global Beta Test Links

Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2287920/BATTLE_CRUSH/

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ncsoft.battlecrush

Global Beta Test Schedule (by region)

North America: 5 PM to 1 AM PDT / October 23 – 30, 2023

Europe: 5 PM to 1 AM CEST / October 23 – 30, 2023

Southeast Asia: 1 PM to 9 PM SGT / October 23 – 30, 2023

Official Channels & Links for BATTLE CRUSH

Official Gameplay Trailer: https://youtu.be/g9-P-ORk4eg

Official Website: https://battlecrush.plaync.com/

Official Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/battlecrush

About NCSOFT
NCSOFT, headquartered in Pangyo, Korea, is the world’s premier publisher and developer of massively multiplayer online games, including the critically acclaimed Lineage®, AION®, Blade & Soul®, Guild Wars® franchises, as well as numerous casual games. With approximately 5,000 employees worldwide, NCSOFT aims to provide fun for everyone, everywhere in the world. More information can be found at www.ncsoft.com.