Smite 2 Free-to-Play Launch Date Announced Alongside New Character

Summary

• Smite 2's free-to-play open beta launches January 14th.
• Aladdin, the first God from the Tales of Arabia pantheon, debuts alongside the beta.
• The update includes popular Gods from the original Smite, new game modes, quality-of-life improvements, and more.

Smite 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the popular 2014 MOBA, enters its free-to-play open beta on January 14th, marking a significant milestone for this Unreal Engine 5-powered title. Initially launched in Alpha in 2024, Smite 2 promises a revamped experience, introducing new game modes, Gods, Aspects, and numerous improvements to engage both veteran and new players. Building upon the original's foundation of embodying legendary figures and Gods from diverse pantheons, Smite 2 expands its roster significantly. While the Alpha featured 14 Gods, the open beta aims to offer nearly 50 by January 2025.

Excitingly, the January 14th launch brings not only the open beta but also Aladdin, the first God from the Tales of Arabia pantheon. This Magical Assassin and Jungler boasts unique abilities, including wall-running and enemy trapping within his lamp. The beta also welcomes back beloved Gods from the original Smite, including Mulan, Geb, Ullr, and Agni, each with updated skill sets.

When Does the Smite 2 F2P Open Beta Begin?

• January 14, 2025

Further enriching the gameplay experience, a new 3v3 Joust mode arrives, set in an Arthurian-themed arena featuring teleporters and stealth grass for strategic maneuvering. A 1v1 Duel mode utilizes the same map. The innovative Aspects system adds a strategic layer, allowing players to exchange certain God abilities for powerful boons. For example, Athena sacrifices her ally-shielding teleport for a foe-weakening one. Twenty of Smite 2's 45 Gods will initially feature Aspects during the beta, with more to come.

Quality-of-life improvements abound, including Role Guides for new players, PC text chat, item store enhancements, death recaps, and more. The first Smite 2 esports tournament finale will be held at the HyperX Arena in Las Vegas from January 17th-19th, showcasing the competitive potential of this exciting new MOBA. Smite 2 is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.