Edge reports that SOCOM: Confrontation developer Slant Six will roll out a patch on Tuesday as it aims to rectify some of the problems that have marred the launch of the title's public beta.

"Due to overwhelming demand for the SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation public beta, we are experiencing load related issues," the company said in a statement. "These issues are causing abnormal latency, disconnects, long load times, login errors and community features such as clans and stats not functioning correctly (or at all)."
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It seems to be an unfortunate trend of modern online gaming - last week it was Spore, and now it's Socom: Confrontation that has been plagued with online server issues. Do these people not see it coming?

This, of course, has made performance of the currently-running public online beta less than desirable, but developer Slant Six Games is on the case.

"Due to overwhelming demand for the SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation Public Beta, we are experiencing load related issues. These issues are causing abnormal latency, disconnects, long load times, login errors and community features such as clans and stats not functioning correctly (or at all)," it posted on its official site today.
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Posted by Seth Luisi
We will be performing server maintenance and rolling out a new patch on September 9th at 5am PDT, 1200 GMT. The SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation game servers will be unavailable during the maintenance. The server maintenance is not expected to last longer than 1 1/2 hours.

SOCOM: Confrontation Public Beta 1.10 Patch

Adds support for European EULAs.
Adds support for dedicated servers located in Europe and Australia.
Addresses a number of stability and late joining issues.
Reduce the volume of the proximity chat by 50%.
The server maintenance and patch are not meant to address all issues. We will have more updates to both the server and client in the future.

Regards,
SOCOM Confrontation Online Team
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Sony Computer Entertainment America have this weekend publicly apologised for the issues gamers have experienced attempting to participate in the SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation public beta.
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Posted by Seth Luisi

Due to overwhelming demand for the SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation Public Beta, we are experiencing load related issues. These issues are causing abnormal latency, disconnects, long load times, login errors and community features such as clans and stats not functioning correctly (or at all).

We are doing everything we can to resolve these issues as quickly as possible and you should see some improvements progressively over the next couple of days. However, we do not expect to have the issues completely resolved until close to the end of next week.

We apologize for the inconvenience.

SOCOM: Confrontation Online Team
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GameXtract writes "Reports across the Playstation forums are indicating that Playstation 3 users are starting to receive their beta codes, and are able to start downloading the game. Not only are people furiously starting to download the beta, but some who received a code are choosing to trade it in exchange for the Home beta. Looks like we got some beta trading going on here. Let us know if you manage to get into the beta or not in the comments section below! Good luck!"
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The SOCOM: Confrontation keys are all gone. Congratulations to everyone who got hold of one and sorry if you missed out.
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Shijina on the UK Playstation forums writes:

"Hi all,

Well, as I'm sure you're all aware, today is SOCOM d-day!

The good news is that we have everything set-up and ready to go once people start getting their voucher codes. The only slightly bad news in all of this is that there was some confusion over getting voucher codes to people in this forum, so we're a little behind on that one and I am working on it as a priority! I can't promise you will all get codes today, but please be patient as you WILL be getting a code soon, hopefully Monday at the latest. Incidentally I had them salvage the list you all put together once it became obvious there was a problem emailing you all, so every name on that list will get a code, providing the account name was valid.

Here is the territory distribution breakdown as I currently know it:

UK: Eurogamer

Scandi/Spain/Australia/NZ: Pre-order scheme (retailer unknown)

Germany: Delayed, pending age-rating approval by USK. (Note: Codes for Germany Austria & Switzerland will be distributed through the PlayStationLiga once they're ready.)

All others: Email distribution from Central Marketing.

Beta trialists: Specific email invite.

I enquired as to how Marketing will be emailing people and apparently they have a central database of ALL registered EU PSN accounts. From this database they have been able to cross-reference people who were registered on old SOCOM sites, or who have expressed an interest in SOCOM games and shooters through surveys (see the importance of filling those in now kids?), or who have spent a lot of money on the PSN store in the past. These emails should start going out around 4pm today...

As for the download itself, you can download and install it on up to 5 different PS3s, but they will all be locked to the account used to download the file, which means ...
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Socom.com writes: "We apologize to everyone for the inconvenience of the SOCOM: Confrontation Public Beta delay. However, I am happy to say that everything has now been worked out and the SOCOM: Confrontation Public Beta will go live in North America tomorrow for anyone who has preordered at GameStop/EB GAMES. You must be registered for the SOCOM: Confrontation Public Beta using the instructions provided on the GameStop/EB GAMES SOCOM: Confrontation Public Beta voucher to get your SOCOM: Confrontation Public Beta code.

Assuming you've already registered, here is what to expect. At around 10am Pacific Daylight Time, e-mails containing the SOCOM: Confrontation Public Beta PSN codes will start going out in bursts. The e-mails will start arriving at e-mail in-boxes throughout the day. The e-mail will be sent to the PSN login e-mail address you provided when you registered for the SOCOM: Confrontation Public Beta. To redeem the SOCOM: Confrontation Public Beta PSN code, use the following steps:"
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ButtonMasher writes: Sony have given us 200 beta codes to give away to our readers for the upcoming tactical shooter S.O.C.O.M Confrontation, the kicks off on the 6th of September (New Zealand time) and will give users a taste of what is coming up with the full game while also allowing the creators to fine tune the online functionality of the game.
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HDR has published the cover art for SOCOM: Confrontation that pictures the new wireless headset, in addition to a bunch of high-res screens.
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Tom Bramwell, Eurogamer: "Those of you wondering whether Sony plans to run the SOCOM Confrontation multiplayer beta in Europe can stop fretting: it does, and Eurogamer will have 6,000 keys to give away when it begins.

As revealed on the PlayStation Blog overnight, the SOCOM beta will run for a full month in the US from 5th September to 5th October - and while Sony has yet to confirm exact details for Europe, we've been told it's okay to advise you about the keys. So hey, we've got keys! Woo!"
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PALGN has teamed up with Sony Computer Entertainment Australia to offer our readers an opportunity to win entry into the SOCOM Confrontation beta demo.

For a 30 day limited trial period only, you can enjoy the demo of SOCOM: Confrontation, the ultimate squad-based shooter on PlayStation 3. Featuring intense online battles for up to 32 players, join the best Special Forces units in the world and wage war in a series of stunning backgrounds.
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LivePlay3 writes:

"SOCOM: Confrontation comes today with a brand new trailer showing us a few phases of urban warfare taking place in the Middle East.

The game is scheduled for October 17. Three versions will be marketed. In the first place on the Playstation Store at 39.00 EUROS;, but also on Blu-Ray with a headset or without 59.00 EUROS to 39.00 EUROS.

As a reminder, be aware that the system of "Trophy" will be compatible and that personalizing your soldier will be very thorough. Finally, I would remind you that the title is that only playable online. "
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More info from the highly anticipated new installment from the SOCOM series...

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I've been busy with shooting interviews at PAX today, but now that I've got the chance to catch up, I just wanted to share an update on the SOCOM Confrontation public beta that was posted earlier today on SOCOM.com.

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SOCOM Confrontation public beta will be delayed until Friday September 5th.
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The SOCOM official website writes:
"Seven days til the Public Beta kicks off.
What's your plan? Taking off work? Did you quit your job? Call up a babysitter? Prepare a fort in the front room near your PS3? Let the family know that you're gonna be in-country for a while and to just leave dinner nearby?

I've got some "down to the wire" beta info for you. I checked with the team and the beta is going to be available for download on Monday, September 1st"
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Talkplaystation.com "On the official EU Playstation forum, European SOCOM Producer Shijima announced with a post that Europe can expect access to the SOCOM: Confrontation beta/demo as well.

Keep your eyes on that thread for any unexpected changes to this plan. Also send us a shout if you know a place which is selling these promotional voucher."
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"As planned right now, the beta is going to involve Crossroads and Crossroads Large, the 16 and 32 player variations. You've seen the screens and videos, and maybe even figured out the general layout of the map, but you'll get a month to play on it yourself.

Beyond that, you'll have access to the full range of game modes. Extraction, Elimination, Suppression, and everything else are going to be represented. You'll be able to adjust the settings how you like, as well. Lock out certain weapons, or even entire weapon classes, if you like. If you hate M4s for some reason, you can shut them out of your game.

Character customization will be in, as well, from body armor to camo to headgear and beyond. There will also be clan support and stat tracking, but be aware that these will all be reset at launch.

Think of the beta as a test drive. It'll be the first time the gaming community at large, and SOCOM.com members in particular, get a crack at the game. The month'll let the team check gameplay, server stress, and a host of other important things. It'll be an interesting ride."
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Looking4GameNews writes: "Hello everybody, a member from the PlayStation forums emailed me these incredible photos from the Socom Confrontation Beta, which is coming out to the people that pre-ordered the game on September 1st, and for Qore suscribers on September 8th, I hope that you enjoy the pics."
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