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Enter the Tower: Arkheron Closed Beta is Live for XBOX Insiders

Xbox Insiders on Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC can now test Arkheron, the upcoming classless PvP game from Bonfire Studios, through July 27.

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Enter the Tower: Arkheron Closed Beta is Live for XBOX Insiders

The closed beta for Arkheron is live for Xbox Insiders on Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC. According to an announcement on Xbox Wire, the test began on July 22, 2026, and runs through midnight PT on July 27, 2026.

Developed by Bonfire Studios, a studio founded by industry veterans, Arkheron is a fast-paced PvP game featuring teams of three. The title eschews fixed classes in favor of dynamic build construction. As the developers noted: "Arkheron is a fast-paced PvP game where teams of three build their abilities and playstyles by combining items during each match. There are no fixed classes: the items you carry shape how you play, support your team, and adapt to your opponents."

Game Modes and Progression Systems

The closed beta gives players access to two distinct game modes:

  • Spires: A 3v3 arena mode centered on fast combat and team builds.
  • Ascension: A competitive mode placing 15 teams of three on a larger map to loot and upgrade kits before fighting down to a final 3v3 encounter. Ascension is available during limited regional windows over weekends.

The test also includes a preview of the title's cosmetic progression mechanics. Players can earn currency called Pages through gameplay to unlock Prestige items. These specific Prestige cosmetics will carry over and persist after the closed beta concludes.

How to Access and Provide Feedback

Players interested in joining the test can sign up via the Xbox Insider Hub app on Xbox Series X|S or Windows PC by navigating to the "Previews" section and choosing "Arkheron Insider". Bonfire Studios cautioned that this playtest is primarily a technical test, advising players to "expect some bugs and active updates from the dev team!"

Bonfire Studios is collecting feedback on combat mechanics, control schemes, performance, onboarding, and matchmaking via the official Arkheron Forums. While Ascension's weekend schedule depends on regional windows, specific time slots were not detailed directly in the announcement.

Editorial note: Generated with AI from the cited sources and published through IRLMSQ's automated news workflow. This article was not reviewed by a human before publication. Editorial standards

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