The Hunting Grounds playtest for Void Hunters is now live on Android, iOS and PC. The limited test focuses on the reworked Hunting Grounds mode, runs with open access for all players, and stays online until November 24 at 10:00 AM UTC before all progress is wiped ahead of the beta.
Quick Facts
- Game: Void Hunters, a dark fantasy turn based RPG built around squad building and tactical battles
- Test: Hunting Grounds Playtest, a limited build focused on the reworked core mode
- Platforms: Android through a private Google Play page, iOS through TestFlight, and PC through a dedicated launcher
- Access: open to everyone with no invitation or key required
- End date: November 24 at 10:00 AM UTC
- Progress: all playtest progress will be wiped
- Download: builds available on the official Void Hunters website
What the Hunting Grounds playtest includes
The headline addition is the reworked Hunting Grounds mode, which serves as the core gameplay loop under evaluation. Players can explore two Hunting Grounds areas and take on three basic Challenges with one active each day, plus Patrols, an idle mode that runs inside the available Hunting Grounds areas. The goal is to gather feedback on the revamped missions and set the tone for changes coming with the beta and the global launch.
The build also contains the opening of the story campaign, though it is described as significantly shorter than what appeared in the alpha. The campaign works mainly as a brief introduction that funnels players toward Hunting Grounds, which is where the team wants attention focused. The game was first introduced as a new turn based RPG from Artifex Mundi, as covered in our report on the Void Hunters unveiling.
Notably absent from this build are the PvP Arena and Ranked Challenges, which will not be available during the playtest. To offset the missing progression paths, the build uses custom balance tuning and boosted Daily Quest rewards that help players upgrade Hunters and move through Hunting Grounds at a steady pace. The team notes that progress should feel steady during the first week, with more unexpected discoveries for players who invest extra hours.
How to join the playtest
Unlike the alpha, access to the Hunting Grounds playtest is open to everyone. Players can download the build for their platform of choice directly from the official site, with no invitation needed. The team encourages players to join the official Void Hunters Discord server to stay informed about updates, get support and share feedback with the developers, though Discord membership is not required to play.
One practical warning applies to returning testers. Anyone with an older build still installed should remove it from the device before installing the playtest client to avoid potential issues.
Platforms, dates and the fine print
The playtest covers three platforms. iOS players join through TestFlight, Android players through a private Google Play page, and PC players through a dedicated launcher rather than Steam. The official site also points players toward a Steam wishlist option for the eventual full release, and confirms that only English is supported during tests.
Servers stay open until November 24 at 10:00 AM UTC, giving players just under two weeks from the November 11 start. All progress made during the playtest will be wiped, so unlocks and upgrades will not carry into the beta. Tests are announced and organized through the official Discord server, and there is no fixed release date yet, with timing set to depend on how the game shapes up and on feedback shared throughout testing.
Why this test matters for the global launch
This playtest is a focused check on a single mode rather than a broad content showcase. By limiting the build to Hunting Grounds and holding back competitive modes, the developers get clean data on mission structure, balance and daily engagement without ranked pressure distorting behavior. Boosted Daily Quest rewards keep that loop moving even for players with limited time.
The approach mirrors how other squad based RPGs use closed tests to tune rosters before launch, such as the recent Sea of Remnants Dawnbreaker closed beta that added 21 characters. For Void Hunters, steady first week progression paired with idle Patrols suggests a design aimed at daily habits rather than marathon grinding, and feedback from this window will shape the beta build that follows.
How do you join the Void Hunters playtest?
Download the build for Android, iOS or PC from the official Void Hunters website. Access is open to everyone with no key required, and joining the official Discord server is encouraged for updates and feedback but not mandatory.
When does the Void Hunters playtest end?
Servers stay open until November 24 at 10:00 AM UTC. All progress made during the playtest will be wiped before the beta.
What content is in the playtest build?
The build includes the opening of the story campaign, two Hunting Grounds areas, three basic Challenges with one active each day, and Patrols idle mode. PvP Arena and Ranked Challenges are not available in this build.
Which platforms support the Void Hunters playtest?
Android through a private Google Play page, iOS through TestFlight, and PC through a dedicated launcher. Only English is supported during tests, and players with an older build installed should remove it first.
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