letha1

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Hey guys, another round of updates. It seems it's now an open beta and a lot more details are being shared. Virtually everyone now has a FREE shot at a $1,000 TF2 prize pool this month, and a soon $5,000 prize pool just for helping to beta test.

Details are as follows:

RiiZE needs your help to beta test a new ground breaking service where gamers can play Team Fortress 2 as individuals to win cash.

To participate in the beta:
1) Be 14 years of age or older and live in the United States
2) Sign up for a RiiZE beta test account (limited spots available)
3) Play on the RiiZE pub-style TF2 game servers
4) Provide service feedback on the RiiZE forums
5) Attend an occasional RiiZE focus group as requested

For participating in the beta you will receive:
1) A chance to win part of a $1,000 cash pool for TF2 during the beta
2) Free entry into a future RiiZE pay event with a chance to win part of a minimum guaranteed $5,000 cash pool specifically designated to TF2

To sign up or for more details visit: http://beta.riize.com/welcome

Hope to see you guys there!

NeoRussia

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so what is it exactly?

Jesus

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Yeah, give us at least a summary of what it is you need testing for. :P

letha1

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Sorry guys, just got an updated post today. This should clear up SOME of the questions, although I know some might remain :)

Updated announcement:

"Would you like a chance to test out a new gaming service geared toward competitive Team Fortress 2 players before it launches? If so then we’re looking for you and a limited number of other passionate gamers to participate in a beta test of a new service starting February 1st. This service will allow players to compete in team-based games for a nominal event fee and reward those who rank up in the ladder based on both skill and team play with a cash payout. The more players that participate, the larger the cash pool and the greater the number of payout spots.

If this new service sounds interesting, then we need you to help us test. To be considered for one of 200 beta slots, all you need is some time to play every night from 9pm to 11pm CST for the month of February along with willingness to provide service feedback and participate in several focus groups. Simply visit http://surveymonkey.com/s/FPC9Y5C to apply for a beta testing position. Those who are selected to participate will get a free month when the service goes live and will get to test the payout structure which will provide an opportunity to get paid for testing."

NeoRussia

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so basically it's like a continuous tourney ladder with a paycheck reward every so often? I'm liking the idea of this. Applied.

EDIT: It says in the servey that it is currently open for US citizens only, It's unfortunate because I live here in Toronto and it is very close by, perhaps put in a good word for me? I beta tested more than 5 games and I have experience in ESEA-O, UGC, XPL, and TWL div 2-4.

xremix1337

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how will you know if u were accepted?

Hawkeye

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They send an e-mail, I did get accepted but I am not sure at this point what I am allowed to disclose..

xremix1337

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i couldn't figure out the ESEA User ID thing so i didn't put that.

What is it?

Jesus

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I got one too but we didn't sign an NDA so I don't think it's particularly secretive.

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letha1

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Some applicants were already accepted, but we're still looking for more!

NeoRussia

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letha1 are you accepting Canadians now? Can you give some news on it hopefully why it is region-based?

Hawkeye

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To put it simply..

Its a way to pay into events, complete and the top xx seats receive a payout. Seems for smaller 1v1, 2v2 type setups. Due to the fact actual money plays into it (pay to enter an event, something coming out) gambling laws come into play, honestly, some states in the US may not allow it. From a purely legal sense, I think ESEA requirement of paying to compete for a prize may break the gambling rules in a couple states. Luckily it's small enough no one will will likely notice it.

letha1

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Hey guys,

Still looking for just a few more TF2 testers. Some members of this forum were already accepted

And as a note to gambling laws, as always, you should reference the laws within your state before doing anything (online or offline). However, because these are games of skill and not chance we're dealing with, internet gambling laws do not apply.

In short, you won't need to worry about the FBI knocking on your door simply for helping to beta test this service

letha1

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Bumped for updates... original post updated.

You can sign up at http://beta.riize.com/welcome

djfivenine

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lol sx would be taking advantage of this.