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Project Ethos: How to get early access for free

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Project Ethos is an upcoming third-person hero shooting game developed by 31st Union. What’s even better is that the developers have already started to share early access with users for free. However, the playtest is only exclusive to PC users. To help you get early access on PC, here is a comprehensive guide on getting early access for Project Ethos for free.

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How to get early access for Project Ethos for free

Before we dive in, you have to create an account on two separate platforms to get early access: 2K and Twitch. Click on these links to create a 2K account and a Twitch account. Once you have created the accounts, link your 2K account to the Twitch account. After it is done, follow these steps to get early access:

  • Step 1: Firstly, visit the official Project Ethos Twitch directory.
  • Step 2: Once there, you can see a few partners playing this game. Watch those streams to get a Twitch drop. Make sure the stream that you are watching has mentioned Drops in its title.
  • Step 3: Continue watching the stream for 30 minutes.
  • Step 4: Once you have fulfilled the requirement, you will get a notification to claim the reward.
  • Step 5: Click the ‘Claim’ button to receive the reward. Once received, go to the official Project Ethos website and login with your 2K account.
  • Step 6: Now, you have to complete the registration process, and once done, you will get the steam key for the Project Ethos playtest.
  • Step 7: After getting the Steam key, head to the Steam and click on the Games menu on the top of the screen.
  • Step 8: Now, click on the ‘Activate a Product on Steam’ submenu.
  • Step 9: Enter the steam key to get early access to Project Ethos.

However, only countries from North America and Europe are allowed for the playtest. Here is the list of countries:

  • USA
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • UK
  • Ireland
  • France
  • Germany
  • Spain
  • Italy 
  • Windows 10 x64
  • CPU: Intel i5-8600 or AMD Ryzen 5 3500
  • GPU: NVIDIA RTX 3060 or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT
  • 8 GB Dedicated VRAM
  • DirectX: DX12 Feature Level 12.0
  • Memory: 16 GB 
  • Storage: 50 GB Available Space
  • Network: Broadband Internet Connection

What is the start date and end date of Project Ethos early access?

Here is the duration of the playtest:

  • North America
    • October 17: 9 AM – 11 PM (PT)
    • October 18-20: 11 AM – 11 PM (PT)
  • Europe
    • October 17: 5 PM – 1 AM (GMT+1)
    • October 18-21: 1 PM – 1 AM (GMT+1)

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