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Arcane Arena Beta 2 Released
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The second build of Freeverse Software's online combat title Arcane Arena has been released. Part MMORPG, part gladiatorial contest to the death, this unique (and Mac-first) game is still in the development stages -- in fact a new beta is expected every Tuesday until the game's completion. This version update includes the usual host of big fixes and also addresses problems with monitor resizing and connection loss.


Arcane Arena is a complex game to learn and play; often people just jump online with no clear idea of what they are doing and then experience frustration and disappointment. To help ease this situation we are re-posting the AA FAQ, which we suggest you read before downloading:

ARCANE ARENA FAQ


1) How do I move around?


Use the arrow keys, numeric keypad, or hit 'g' and click a location to
go to.


2) I can't leave the inventory screen, it just stays there. How do I exit it?


It's a bug I haven't fixed yet that shows up most frequently if you
play with the item filter buttons. Keep hitting 'esc', you'll leave it
eventually.


3) How do I pick up a chest?


Walk next to it and hit 'L' for look. Then click on it.


4) How do I leave the dungeon?


You need to find an exit orb. It's a glowing pinkish/purple orb. On
the first level, you just need to walk onto it. In deeper dungeon levels
you need to walk onto it and hit 'e' for enter/exit.


5) How do I use stairs in the dungeon?


Walk onto them and hit 'e' for enter/exit.

Grab the 40 MB demo and take it for a spin; the game will be completed later this Fall.

Arcane Arena
Arcane Arena Beta 2 (42 MB)
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