Double Fine’s pottery brawler Kiln opens an Open Beta Throwdown on Steam; request access by April 11 to test multiplayer samples before the April 23 launch and help refine multiplayer balance while viewing developer pot designs on Xbox Wire.
Double Fine opened Kiln’s Open Beta Throwdown on Steam with limited signups through April 11. The game’s full launch is scheduled for April 23. This beta exposes players to core multiplayer systems and pottery-based combat.
Main feature/change and impact
Kiln’s Open Beta delivers a focused multiplayer build for stress testing match systems and progression hooks. Players access the beta via Steam’s Request Access button until April 11. The test covers matchmaking, latency behavior, and core PvP mechanics. Telemetry from many concurrent players will guide balance and server scaling decisions before the April 23 launch.Practical implications
Developers and players will validate server capacity and match stability under real load. Participants generate playdata used to prioritize bug fixes and netcode optimizations. Expect iterative hotfixes and configuration changes through telemetry-informed patches. Designers will refine item progression and combat pacing based on aggregated session metrics and player feedback.“you can participate on Steam using the ‘Request Access’ button until April 11.”Double Fine’s beta window creates a tight period for collecting actionable metrics. If you plan to test, request access on Steam before April 11 and provide structured bug reports. After the beta, monitor official channels for patch notes and final launch details ahead of April 23.
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