Etheria: Restart, an upcoming 3D turn-based gacha title from XD Inc., is preparing for its global Closed Beta Test. Sign-ups for the beta are now open. This is your opportunity to experience a futuristic city on the brink, surviving after a worldwide freeze forced humanity to upload their consciousness into a digital sanctuary. Exciting times ahead!

Etheria: Restart CBT Start Date

The Etheria: Restart CBT is scheduled from January 9th at 11:00 to January 20th at 11:00 (UTC+8). This is a non-paid test with a full data wipe upon conclusion. The test supports cross-platform play, allowing seamless progression between mobile and PC versions.

On January 3rd at 19:00 (UTC+8), the development team will host a livestream on YouTube, Twitch, and Discord to share detailed CBT information. Tune in for a deep dive into gameplay mechanics and participate in exclusive giveaways during the YouTube broadcast.

You can register for the Etheria: Restart CBT directly on the official website. For a preview of the game's world and combat, check out the trailer below.

Etheria: Restart Game Overview

A cataclysmic global freeze plunged Earth into chaos. Humanity's last hope was to upload their minds into "Etheria," a sprawling digital world. This realm is also inhabited by "Animus," entities born from Anima energy.

Peace was shattered by the "Genesis" catastrophe, which corrupted the Animus and turned them aggressive. Players become "Hyperlinkers," guardians who venture into the virtual frontier to unravel Etheria's mysteries and restore peace.

Powered by Unreal Engine, the game features deep turn-based strategic combat with extensive team-building options. Master synergies, craft powerful skill combinations, and develop tactics to overcome your foes.

Each Animus boasts a unique Prowess system and access to nearly 100 Ether Module sets, allowing for deep customization of combat styles. Test your skills against other players in PvP duels or tackle a wealth of challenging PvE content.

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