Smite 2's Open Beta Launch: January 14th, 2025

Get ready! Smite 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the popular MOBA, launches its free-to-play open beta on January 14th, 2025. This marks a significant milestone for the Unreal Engine 5-powered game, initially unveiled in 2024 after a decade-long wait.

This open beta will introduce players to a revamped Smite experience, featuring a significantly expanded roster of Gods. While the Alpha launched with 14 Gods, the open beta will boast nearly 50, including the highly anticipated debut of Aladdin, the first God from the Tales of Arabia pantheon. Aladdin, a Magical Assassin and Jungler, brings unique wall-running and lamp-trapping abilities. Returning favorites from the original Smite, such as Mulan, Geb, Ullr, and Agni, will also appear, though with updated skill sets.

New Game Modes and Features:

The open beta will also introduce exciting new game modes:

• Joust (3v3): An Arthurian-themed map featuring teleporters and stealth grass for strategic gameplay.
• Duel (1v1): Utilizing the same map as Joust.

A groundbreaking new feature, Aspects, will allow players to modify their God's abilities, trading a standard ability for a powerful alternative. For instance, Athena's teleport shield can be replaced with a teleport-based enemy weakening ability. Initially, 20 of the game's 45 Gods will feature Aspects.

Quality-of-life improvements are also a major focus, including Role Guides for new players, PC text chat, item store enhancements, death recaps, and more.

Esports Debut:

The excitement continues with the first Smite 2 esports tournament finale, scheduled for January 17th-19th at the HyperX Arena in Las Vegas.

Platforms:

Smite 2 will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Join the open beta on January 14th and experience the next generation of Smite!