! We are out of keys. If more become available, we will let you know.
We had some hands-on time with Motiga’s team-and-arena-based third-person shooter (phew!) Gigantic at PAX East, and I’m thrilled to report that Skewed ‘n Reviewed is now partaking in their closed beta!
Like most online arena-based games today, there are a lot of moving parts to Gigantic, but many great things that set it apart. Players pick from a range of fantasy heroes that all fill different roles and hop into a battle-ground to duke it out in the name of their gigantic guardian – hence the game’s name. More of a third-person shooter than a top-down traditional MOBA, the game is colorful and the pacing is swift.
Diving head first into a game is easy, but the kind folks at Motiga supply a pretty excellent tutorial for newcomers. The first thing you’ll notice is the lack of minions, something that’s become rather commonplace for MOBAs. There’s no need to farm for gold to buy gear. In fact, there’s no gear to purchase at all. Characters level up by taking out enemy heroes and by summoning or capturing monsters at waypoints throughout the map. All of this culminates in powering up your Guardian for an attack on the enemy’ Guardian. Once a Guardian has been knocked down, it’s up to your team to dish out enough damage to wound it. Score three successful wounds and it’s game over.
Each character’s unique abilities branch off into a mini skill tree, adding more firepower to your arsenal. For example, for several of my games, I selected an assassin-type character named Tyto. He can flip around the map, send his little pet to weaken his opponent, and can spin around whirlwind style for massive damage to multiple targets. As he levels, it’s up to you which of these traits you should strengthen. Are you a hit-and-run type of player, or do you like to dive in guns (or swords) running?
At present, matchmaking is fairly limited but gives a very good sense of things to come. During Quickmatch, you can select not one, but several heroes that you’d like to play. This is pretty nice, since it allows you to play the exact hero that you want to play. Once your team is assembled, you can change it up if you’d like, provided you do so within the time limit.
Common complaints about MOBAs are game length. Games such as League of Legends can drag on for an average of 45 minutes, not counting time spent selecting champions. Gigantic clocks in well under that time limit. Most of my games seemed to clock in around the 15 minute mark at most, which felt perfect.
Gigantic is currently running in closed beta on weekends for both Windows 10 and Xbox One. You can score a beta key by reaching out to us on Twitter (@SKNRGareth), e-mail at [email protected], or leave a comment below. Please note that the game is currently under an NDA, so while you’re free to talk about the game, streaming and posting of screenshots are not permitted.
Can i get a beta key? i would love to try this game
Check Your E Mail Please.
Thank you ^^
I’ve been trying so hard to score a key for a friend, but making him jealous every time I’m on may be worth it 😛
Can I get a beta key? This game looks like a jackpot!
can you give me a beta key please?? i really want to play this game
Thank you very much 😀
You are welcome.
This game really pin my interest. Can i get a beta key please ?
Hey,
Would love to try this game out. If you still have beta keys left then that would be fantastic!
If you have any beta key left can i get one?? Wanted to try this game for a long time so it would be awesome
i love you
i love the look of this game. and would love to try it. been playing smite for a while now but when i see this game it looks so much fresher, like a better take on the formula.
I WANT A KEYYY
Could I get a key? :3 I’d love to try the game.
Please, can i get a beta key? I want to play from the first time I saw the game<3
Would love a key 🙂 Been looking out for this game for some time now 😛
Keys have been sent, remember to check the spam filter if you do not see it.
Would love a code! I love mobas and this one looks great!
I would love a beta with all my heart
By chance are there any beta keys left?
This game looks awesome, is there any way I could get a beta key?
I would love a key, thank you so much!
Been looking for a key lately. Game looks really fun. Would really appreciate a key if you have one. Thank you!
Are there any keys left? I want one bad
Need an e mail.
can i get a beta key? i really interested it
i received key! thank you^^
Hi gareth, i really would like to get into this beta. I’m so hyped about this game :0
I’ve been looking forward to this game for a long time, here’s hoping for a key
Was a big fan of the arena mode for Smite on XB1, would love a key to this if possible.
I would love a beta key. I’ve been waiting to play this game ever since the announcement. 🙂
Need an e mail.
I would really love to get a beta key. Are there any left? I’ve been wanting to play this game ever since the announcement. 🙂
You guys are awesome for always doing these things.
the game looks really cool! i would love to have a key please
All keys are gone, sorry.
Hey !
Looking a key if it’s still good ! :]
Cheers !
All out.
Is there a Little chance by now if i can have one key?, i know its too late but im hoping i get one just to play this game please :c
i had to wait a month without pc, because the last one broked so i bought a Razer blade :c just for this game :c
All keys are gone, sorry.
Would you please give me a key I really want to play this game
As we posted, no keys left. We ran out two weeks ago. Sorry.