Closed Beta for Lost Ark covers information regarding the upcoming closed beta such as how to sign up and join, founder packs and free game keys via twitch drops. This page also includes information on what to expect once you join the closed beta: Classes and Game Content available, Features, Store purchases. So make sure to visit the wiki to keep yourself posted for updates and changes to the game. Arkesia Awaits.
How To Get Into the Lost Ark Closed Beta?
Lost Ark Closed Beta Dates / Times and Gameplay overview: The test will run on Steam, starting November 4 at 9AM PT (4PM UTC), and closing November 11 at 11:59AM PT (6:59PM UTC) with servers in North America and Europe. You can redeem beta codes from international accounts, but access is not on Steam store by default.
- Beta Access: General Information
- Lost Ark Founder's Packs
- Lost Ark Beta Game Content
- General Improvements
- New Features
- Lost Ark Store
Lost Ark Closed Beta
The primary focus of the Beta test will be on the technical aspects of the game such as server stability, tech integrations, and large scale bug testing, but you’ll also find a host of new content that you can experience and test.
You’ll begin seeing some of these changes at the beginning of your Beta adventure, starting with the all-new Prologues. These Prologues are designed to provide insight to the background of your character’s class while speeding up and standardizing the tutorial phase of the game. This is especially helpful if you want to try your hand at more than one class.
How do I join the Closed Beta?
You will be able to begin pre-downloading the Closed Beta build on November 2 after 4 PM PT (11PM UTC). If you purchased a Founder's Pack through Steam, the Closed Beta Test will automatically appear in your library as a new application ready for download. If you purchased through Amazon, you will receive a Steam key via the email associated with your Amazon account. Emails will be sent out at starting at 4PM PT (11PM UTC) on November 2.
If you signed up for a chance to join Closed Beta through our Tester Sign Up form, please note that you may receive a key at any time during the Closed Beta period based on the team's testing needs.
Can players stream during the Closed Lost Ark Beta?
Yes, closed Beta marks the first point where you can feel free to stream and create content using Lost Ark.
Can I Collect Footage from the Closed Beta to use as content if it is released later?
Yes, you can capture footage of the Closed Beta to use at a later date. However, please be aware that this is a Beta and not the final version. There will be changes between Beta and Launch that may completely change the nature of any footage you collect, and would be out of date.
When will the Closed Beta be available?
The Closed Beta is scheduled to be live on November 4 at 9AM PT (4PM UTC).
How do I access and play the Closed Lost Ark Beta??
If you have been invited to the Closed Beta, you will receive a Steam Key that can be redeemed through your Steam Library. If you need instructions for activating a key in Steam, please follow the instructions on the Steam support site. Once your key is redeemed you should see "Lost Ark Closed Beta" in your Steam Library to download. From there, you can log in and play during the duration of the Closed Beta.
Will my Closed Technical Alpha progress be carried over to Closed Beta?
No, Closed Technical Alpha access does not guarantee Closed Beta access. If you are granted access to the Closed Beta, you will receive another Steam Key and information on accessing the Closed Beta.
How long can I play the Closed Beta?
The Closed Beta starts on November 4, 2021 and ends on November 11, 2021.
What regions is the Closed Beta available in?
The Closed Beta will be available in North America and Europe.
What languages is the Closed Beta available?
The Closed Beta will feature English, French, Spanish, and German in both text and voiceover.
Founder's Packs for Los Ark
Your Founder's Pack will equip you for the many journeys ahead. First prepare your character and skills in the beta and head start access, then stuff your inventory with plenty of exclusive items before you embark on your quest for the Lost Ark
Available Editions and Prices:
Bronze Edition: $14.99
Lost Ark Bronze Edition content:
- Beta Access: Founders get access to the Lost Ark beta
- Head Start: Start playing 3 days ahead of official launch
- Founder's Exclusive Pet: A furry friend who'll faithfully follow along on your adventures—and help you collect loot!
- 30 Day Crystalline Aura
- Founder's Title: Show that you were a core part of bringing Lost Ark to life with this Founder's title.
Silver Edition: $24.99
Lost Ark Silver Edition content:
- Beta Access: Founders get access to the Lost Ark beta
- Head Start: Start playing 3 days ahead of official launch
- 1000 Royal Crystals: A premium in-game currency that can be exchanged for various in-game items
- Founder's Exclusive Pet: A furry friend who'll faithfully follow along on your adventures—and help you collect loot!
- 30 Day Crystalline Aura
- Founder's Title: Show that you were a core part of bringing Lost Ark to life with this Founder's title.
- Silver Supply Crate
Gold Edition: $49.99
Lost Ark Gold Edition content:
- Beta Access: Founders get access to the Lost Ark beta
- Head Start: Start playing 3 days ahead of official launch
- 4000 Royal Crystals: A premium in-game currency that can be exchanged for various in-game items
- Founder's Exclusive Pet: A furry friend who'll faithfully follow along on your adventures—and help you collect loot!
- 30 Day Crystalline Aura
- Founder's Title: Show that you were a core part of bringing Lost Ark to life with this Founder's title.
- Gold Supply Crate
- Founder's Exclusive Avatar: Show your style with the Founder’s exclusive Northern Lawmaker Avatar
- Character Expansion Slot: Provides one additional character slot
Platinum Edition: $99.99
Lost Ark Gold Edition content:
- Beta Access: Founders get access to the Lost Ark beta
- Head Start: Start playing 3 days ahead of official launch
- 7000 Royal Crystals: A premium in-game currency that can be exchanged for various in-game items
- Founder's Exclusive Pet: A furry friend who'll faithfully follow along on your adventures—and help you collect loot!
- 30 Day Crystalline Aura
- Founder's Title: Show that you were a core part of bringing Lost Ark to life with this Founder's title.
- Platinum Supply Crate
- Founder's Exclusive Avatar: Show your style with the Founder’s exclusive Northern Lawmaker Avatar
- Character Expansion Slot: Provides one additional character slot
- Founder's Avatar: A special avatar exclusive to Platinum Founders
- Founder's Exclusive Mount: Turn heads wherever you go with this fearsome three-headed mount
- Platinum Welcome Crate
Game Content for Los Ark
Main:
- The unique prologue per class has been replaced with one streamlined prologue.
- Adventurers will start at level 10 and progress though the Forgotten Land Of Trua after selecting their subclass. On top of a new story, it will teach the basic controls and battle techniques of Lost Ark.
- Increased the level cap from 50 in Closed Alpha to 55.
- Increased Expedition level cap from 55 in Closed Alpha to 100.
- 2nd Awakening Skill & Quest added for all classes.
- Vern Chaos Gate added.
All content up to Rohendel will be unlocked, including:
- Main Story Quests.
- Field Boss (Magmadon).
- Rohendel Chaos Dungeons.
All dungeon content up to Phantom Palace will be unlocked.
- Abyss Dungeon - Phantom Palace (Twisted Monarch's Hall).
- Abyss Dungeon - Phantom Palace (Hildebrandt Palace).
Farms and Caves:
- Can be unlocked by completing "Small Island: Discover Uninhabited Island" Stronghold research. Quests unlocked after completing.
- This is a small island within your Stronghold which has many gatherable resources which regenerate daily.
New Guardian Raids
- T2 Chromanium added.
- T2 Nacrasena added.
- T2 Flame Fox Yoho added.
- T2 Tytalos added.
Shadespire Tower (Floors 1 - 50) added.
- Can be accessed via any major city.
Cube Dungeons (Normal) added.
- Can be accessed via any major city.
Smilegate RPG are opening up 70 islands for Closed Beta participants to discover and explore.
- Zone: Gienah
- Zone: Procyon
Similar to Closed Alpha, Smilegate RPG will be running an attendance event for the duration of Closed Beta. Adventurers will be able to claim various rewards each day they log in.
General Improvements
Menu:
- Added font size adjustments.
- Added additional hairstyles within character creation.
- Updated guild menu UI.
Moderation:
- In support of Player Safety, a new system has been implemented, allowing Adventurers to report behavior that is against the Code of Conduct.
Language Filtering:
- Added in support for filtering out obscene language across all supported locales.
Currency Exchange:
- Smilegate RPG are working to improve the UI of the Currency Exchange, but the Currency Exchange will be disabled in the Closed Beta. Updated Currency Exchange will be available at Launch.
Powerpass / Adventurers Path:
- Given the short test period, A Powerpass will be provided to Adventurers in Closed Beta. This is to aid fast progression for alt characters so that the users can enjoy the contents with the various classes.
- When the player completes the Main Quest (Ealyn's Gift) from North Vern, a single Vern Powerpass Token will be provided via in-game mail.
- Only one Powerpass will be provided per account.
- Adventurers Path can be started immediately after consuming the Powerpass on an alternate character.
- This feature compresses the level 10 - 50 segment for an alt character and is a story told by Beatrice.
- It will guide you on the essentials and progression, specific to your class, allowing you to re-live the content through that character.
- Completing the Adventurers Path quest chain will equip your character with the gear appropriate for Vern content.
Smilegate RPG made it so that Strongholds are unlocked sooner, giving adventurers the ability to have a home and decorate earlier in their journey.
New Features
General:
- The Closed Beta will include the new Striker class.
- Added color blind filters.
- Voice over language selection - Note that this only change VO and will not affect text.
Text to speech (TTS) accessibility is live.
- In order to use, you have to activate the Windows Narrator, and it will read the text that you type.
Added Room Of Growth
Accessible after completing the Northern Bern World Quest "Afterimage of the Rift". A feature that allows you to experience and learn functions that Lost Ark has to offer:
- Mounts
- Pets
- Crafting
- Engraving
- Disassembling
- Refining
Procyon's Compass Added:
- Adventurers will find a menu accessible through a Widget that showcases active Field Bosses, Ghost Ships, Chaos Gates, and the current Adventure Islands.
- Adventure Island Added - This is a new feature that directs users to islands that are only available during certain times. Once on the island, you'll be given a Co-Op quest and must face a boss in order to receive a variety of rewards.
Custom PvP matches and spectating has been added.
Store
Lost Ark will be a completely free-to-play game with optional in-game purchases, Founder’s Packs, and other bundles released alongside new content. The in-game store features a vast array of cosmetic items for head-to-toe character customization, and convenience items such as auto-looting pets or items that allow you to access your storage while in the field. Additionally, players will have access to Mari’s Secret Store — offering special, rotating deals. Lost Ark also features a player-to-player trading post. The trading post allows the community to play an active role in the valuation of items and makes the economy within Arkesia highly flexible — letting players trade items as they see fit.
Amazon Games has been working with Smilegate RPG to update the business model to more closely align with Western norms and player expectations. Here are some key adjustments:
- To ensure all purchases in-game feel optional, it is important players have a path to acquire all items in our in-game store without having to make a purchase. Most items are available with Crystals which can be earned by trading gold at a player-run exchange. Any item without a Crystal price will be tradable via the in-game trading post. This means that all items will be available for in-game, earnable currencies (with few exceptions, such as Founder’s Packs and services like name changes).
- Smilegate RPG have updated how pet features function. Originally, players would rent features on their pets each month and the pets would gain additional functionality. An epic-grade pet will be available for free as a quest reward in the early stages of the game. Pet purchases are permanent and the features that were previously rented are now available through Crystalline Aura benefits. Auto-looting remains a default feature of pets, regardless of whether or not you have Crystalline Aura active.
- Smilegate RPG tuned the timing on Mari’s Secret Store to make products stay in the store for longer periods of time, giving players more time to make a purchase decision. Players will have 72hrs before items rotate out of Mari’s Secret Store.
- The premium service, Crystalline Aura, was reconstructed to provide fair and fully optional benefits and avoid potential pay to win mechanical advantages. Examples of these changes include removing increased movement speed and increased combat XP from the Crystalline Aura benefits, and adding in some of the PC Cafe benefits, like half-priced ship tickets and free Triport trips.
One of the big questions among players is monetization. Currently, Amazon Games and Smilegate RPG are working together to tune products to better fit the western audience.
- For the Closed Beta, Smilegate RPG are opening the store and Mari's Secret Shop, providing partial products. The range of products and prices may change between now and launch.
All players will be able to experience Crystalline Aura, which is the exclusive premium service for the Western users.
- This service will allow adventurers to enjoy an array of convenience functions. These benefits can be found listed on Founder’s Pack page.
- Additional functionality will be added to Crystalline Aura at launch.
40,000 Royal Crystals will be provided to Adventurers for free, during Closed Beta. (This Royal Crystal can only be used during Closed Beta and will not carry into launch).
In-Game Currency Overview
Like many other free-to-play games, Lost Ark features several in-game currencies that serve different purposes. Below is an overview of the in-game currencies in Lost Ark and how they are used.
Currency Type |
Acquired |
Used |
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The only currency purchased with real-world money | Royal Crystals are used to buy Crystal packages, cosmetics, and other items in game. |
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Earned by completing certain quest, achievements, acquired with Royal Crystals in the Store, or acquired with gold through the in-game currency exchange. | Crystals are the main currency used to acquire in-game items, including items from Mari's Secret Store. |
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Earned by completing certain quest, raids or exchanged for Royal Crystal through the in-game currency exchange. | Gold is used to get consumables, gear, and reforging gear in the end-game. |
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Earned through most game progression activities (quests, combat, environment chest, etc.) | Silver is used to acquire common materials, repair gear, move from continent to Continent, use triports, and purchase items from in-game vendors. |
