BETA FAQ FOR THE PLAYSTATION(R)3 COMPUTER ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM
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We appreciate your interest in participating in our beta program(s) for the PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system. To address some of the most commonly asked questions regarding the beta program for the PLAYSTATION(R)3 system, we have provided the following list of questions and answers for you below:
1. Question: How do I become considered for beta tests for the PLAYSTATION(R)3 system?
Answer: To be considered for a Beta for the PLAYSTATION(R)3 system, the user must be at least 18 years old with a valid PLAYSTATION(R)Network account. We receive many more registrations for a Beta test than we can responsibly accept, so users are selected such that we have a desired weighting of different geographic, demographic, internet usage, and game play variables as required by that particular game's beta testing goals.
2. Question: To become a beta user for the PLAYSTATION(R)3 system, is a user required to have an existing PlayStation(R) Underground(TM) account (use an email address from the PSU)?
Answer: The user does not need to have a PSU account at first, but they will end up with one. By the time a user is accepted to a Beta, and logs in to PlayStation.com to access the forums and Beta Central tools, the email address used to sign up for the beta, if not fully set up, will be completed by the user upon first access to the boards and Beta Central tools.
3. Question: To become a Beta user, does a user need to have a PLAYSTATION(R)Network account (email)? Master or Sub Account?
Answer: For downloadable PLAYSTATION(R)3 betas, a valid PLAYSTATION(R)Network master or sub account email address can be submitted, provided that account is for a user that is at least 18 years of age.
4. Question: Can a user sign up for a beta without a PLAYSTATION(R)Network account and be accepted?
Answer: A user can not be considered for a PLAYSTATION(R)3 downloadable beta unless they are at least 18 years of age and have a valid PLAYSTATION(R)Network account at the time of applying for the beta test.
5. Question: Can I change my email address for my PLAYSTATION(R)Network account after I applied to a beta?
Answer: A user should not change their PLAYSTATION(R)Network email address after applying for a Beta test. This email should not be changed until after the Beta test is complete. Changing the email address after applying for a beta may cause issues attempting to access the beta.
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Becoming a tester has a few elements, making sure you're eligable, making sure you have the necessary hardware, the right age and of course, a bit of luck. If you would like to be considered as a candidate to Beta test new PlayStation 3 games and are registered with The PlayStation Underground please visit the My Account page and make sure your profile is up-to-date, including all appropriate contact information. To help us in our selection of Beta test candidates please be sure to register your console.