Smite 2's Open Beta Launch: January 14th, 2025
Get ready! Smite 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the popular MOBA, launches its free-to-play open beta on January 14th, 2025. This marks a significant milestone for the Unreal Engine 5-powered game, which entered Alpha in 2024.
This open beta will introduce players to a revamped Smite experience, featuring a significantly expanded roster of Gods. While the Alpha launched with 14 Gods, the open beta will boast nearly 50, including the highly anticipated Aladdin, the first God from the Tales of Arabia pantheon. Aladdin, a Magical Assassin and Jungler, brings unique abilities like wall-running and enemy trapping. Several fan-favorite Gods from the original Smite, such as Mulan, Geb, Ullr, and Agni, will also return with updated skill sets.
Beyond new Gods, the open beta will introduce exciting new game modes:
- Joust (3v3): An Arthurian-themed map featuring teleporters and stealth grass for strategic gameplay.
- Duel (1v1): Utilizing the same map as Joust, offering intense one-on-one combat.
The innovative "Aspects" system will add another layer of strategic depth. Players can sacrifice a specific God ability for a powerful bonus. For instance, Athena can forgo her ally-shielding teleport for a foe-weakening one. Twenty Gods will initially feature Aspects, with more to come.
Quality-of-life improvements are also a key focus, including:
- Role Guides for new players
- Improved in-game messaging
- PC text chat
- Enhanced item store
- Death recaps
The open beta will also pave the way for the first Smite 2 esports tournament, taking place at the HyperX Arena in Las Vegas from January 17th-19th.
Smite 2 will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Mark your calendars for January 14th, 2025, and prepare for battle!
