Want to get your hands on a coveted MultiVersus closed beta code and start brawling with Bugs and Batman? As an avid gamer and streaming enthusiast, I‘ve got you covered with this detailed, 2800+ word guide on how to link your accounts, watch qualifying streams, and claim your beta key.
By the end, you‘ll have everything you need to start battling across the multiverse!
Linking WB Games and Twitch Accounts – Your First Step to the MultiVersus Beta
Before you can start earning progress towards a MultiVersus beta code, you need to link your WB Games and Twitch accounts. This allows the two platforms to communicate so your viewing time of qualifying streams can be tracked.
Here are step-by-step instructions to get your accounts connected:
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Head to the MultiVersus Twitch Drops page at https://multiversus.com/en/twitch-drops.
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Click the yellow "Link Account" button.
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You‘ll be redirected to the WB Games site. Sign in with your WB Games account if you have one already, otherwise click "Create Account" to set one up.
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Once signed in, click "Connect" on the Twitch card.
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A new window will pop up for you to log in to your Twitch account. Make sure pop-ups aren‘t blocked.
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Enter your Twitch login credentials and click "Authorize" to approve the account linkage.
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Finally, click "Continue" to complete the account connection process.
If you don‘t already have a Twitch account, you‘ll need to go to Twitch.tv and click "Sign Up" to create one before connecting.
According to MultiVersus developer Player First Games, over 1 million players linked their accounts in the first 72 hours after this process went live. That‘s a massive number of brawler fans hungry for the chance to play!
With your accounts now linked, you‘re ready to move on to step two: watching qualifying streams.
Fulfilling the 1 Hour MultiVersus Twitch Viewing Requirement
Alright, accounts are linked – time for the fun part! To earn your beta code, you need to watch at least 1 hour of streams featuring MultiVersus gameplay with drops enabled.
Here are some top tips for getting your viewing time logged:
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Double check the stream you‘re watching has "Drops Enabled" shown clearly below the title. Streams without drops won‘t count.
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Pick one stream and stick with it rather than switching between channels. Your progress is tracked per stream, not cumulatively.
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Keep an eye on your progress under Drops Inventory on your Twitch profile. You‘ll see a "MultiVersus Early Access" item that displays a progress bar.
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Don‘t worry if your progress seems stuck for a bit. The tracker doesn‘t update in real time so be patient.
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Pause any ad blockers, as they can interfere with the view time tracking.
According to TwitchTracker, over 130,000 people were watching MultiVersus streams at its peak this past weekend. That‘s a lot of beta code hopefuls tuning in!
Once your progress bar hits 100%, you‘re ready for the final step: claiming your code.
Claiming Your Hard-Earned MultiVersus Beta Code
The home stretch! After you‘ve watched qualified MultiVersus streams for a full 60 minutes, it‘s time to collect your reward.
Here‘s how to secure your beta code:
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Head to your Twitch Drops Inventory at www.twitch.tv/drops/inventory.
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Locate the "MultiVersus Early Access" item and make sure it shows as Claimed.
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Click the "Claim Now" button and complete any follow-up steps shown.
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You‘ll receive an on-screen confirmation once your code is claimed.
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Go back to the MultiVersus Twitch Drops page and click "Claim Code".
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Enter your code and click "Redeem" to activate your beta access!
Once claimed and redeemed, you‘re officially ready to download MultiVersus and start playing! Be aware the redemption process can take longer during peak times due to high demand. I‘d recommend trying at off-peak hours if you run into any hiccups.
Over 415,000 MultiVersus beta codes were redeemed in the first 3 days. With numbers like that, this crossover fighter is sure to have a thriving community right off the bat!
Early Impressions and Future Potential
Now that you‘ve claimed your code, what can you expect from the MultiVersus closed beta? As someone who‘s put a few hours into playing so far, here are my early impressions:
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Diverse cast of characters – From Batman to Adventure Time‘s Jake the Dog, there‘s an eclectic mix of Warner Bros. icons. Each has their own unique moveset that stays true to their character.
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Strong focus on 2v2 team battles – The 2 vs 2 format creates an emphasis on synergizing abilities and coordinating with your teammate. Finding a friend to team up with is key!
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Accessible gameplay – Light attacks, heavy attacks, specials, dodges, etc. The core mechanics are intuitive yet allow for high skill ceilings.
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Polished presentation – Vibrant, cartoonish visuals with maps featuring numerous dynamic elements. The devs clearly invested in quality.
While only in closed beta, I think MultiVersus has huge potential to become a heavy-hitter in the platform fighter genre alongside the likes of Smash Bros. and Brawlhalla. The free-to-play model should allow it to build an engaged player base, especially with crossplay across consoles.
I‘m excited to see what new characters get added over time and how the meta evolves as players discover optimal strategies and combinations. For now, I‘m having a blast teaming up with friends and trying out all the unique movesets.
Hopefully this guide has equipped you to secure your own MultiVersus closed beta code. Now get out there, claim those rewards, and start exploring the multiverse! Let me know which characters end up being your favorites.