Sea of Remnants will begin its Dawnbreaker closed beta on December 3 at 4 p.m. PT, NetEase Games announced. The test adds 21 playable characters, two sea regions, additional quests, and a high-difficulty challenge to Joker Studio’s free-to-play, turn-based roguelike.
PlayStation and Xbox Series X will join testing for the first time. You can also participate on PC through a dedicated launcher, iOS through TestFlight, and Android.
Pre-download begins December 1 at 4 a.m. PT. Access is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. NetEase recommends downloading ahead of time and logging in promptly when the test opens.
Build a Crew From 21 Playable Characters
The Dawnbreaker beta includes the Traveler protagonist, two limited-time Black Spot characters, six permanent Black Spot characters, and twelve permanent Purple Spot characters.
That roster gives you several approaches to team building, including pursuit-focused combinations and area-of-effect damage setups. Character development and build customization provide further ways to adjust your tactics before taking on harder encounters.
The new Peril Theatre challenge will test those party compositions through high-difficulty battles.
Two Sea Regions and Starting Ship Options
The White Sea and Bridge Sea open during this test, adding places to explore and additional story and Roaming Quests.
You’ll also receive the Fireworks Wanderer, which joins the Drift Bottle as a starting ship option. Before your first voyage, you can choose between the two vessels, each offering a different approach to naval combat.
Previously introduced minigames Lucky Duel and Goose Chess return for the beta. Matchmaking for these activities remains limited to players on the same server.]
“Embers” Trailer Sets Up the Story
The accompanying “Embers” story concept video focuses on the fallout from the Mad King’s downfall and the collapse of an alliance between the Five Great Houses.
Its cast includes Baron Michael, who wants to restore his family’s lost order; his enemy Torino; and Ravenscar, an Empress now serving House Hegney under the new king’s commission.
NetEase also says broader multiplayer adventuring will arrive progressively after launch. That feature remains a future addition, separate from the minigames available during testing.
The Sea of Remnants Dawnbreaker closed beta opens December 3, with pre-download available two days earlier.
