Echo Combat Open Beta 2

The primary goals of Echo Combat remain unchanged since the first Open Beta weekend: teams of 3 are tasked with either defending your base from attackers or helping deliver the payload. Like Echo Arena, players wanting to start a match of Echo Combat simply need to visit the lobby’s Matchmaking Terminals.

The Open Beta will be taking place this Friday July 20th at 10:30 AM PDT / 17:30 UTC through Sunday July 22nd at 10:00 AM PDT / 17:00 UTC!

Here’s a quick summary of Open Beta 2:

Beginning of more frequent beta weekends, and new content monthly.

Ability to use your weapon in your left hand.

Players who complete a match of Echo Arena or Echo Combat during the Open Beta Anniversary Event (Friday July 20th from 10:30 AM PDT / 17:30 UTC through Sunday July 22nd at 10:00 AM PDT / 17:00 UTC) will receive limited-edition anniversary unlockables .

during the Open Beta Anniversary Event (Friday July 20th from 10:30 AM PDT / 17:30 UTC through Sunday July 22nd at 10:00 AM PDT / 17:00 UTC) will receive . You will NOT be able to play in parties or private matches.

You will NOT be able to spectate Combat matches.

Complete a match of Echo Arena or Echo Combat to receive your limited-edition anniversary unlockables

General Updates

Players can switch which hand their weapon is equipped on using the Equipment Terminal’s “SWAP” button.

The scale model for the Fission Payload map is now accessible in the main lobby, from within the Echo Combat training area.

Service Updates

Fixed an issue causing players to get stuck in matchmaking queue.

Players are no longer penalized for quitting as a spectator, or if their team wins the match.

Balance Updates