WARDOGS Playtest Install Goes Live Ahead of August 21 Test
The playtest install going live confirms WARDOGS is on track for its August 21 test, with pre-order demand already exceeding expectations.
The playtest install going live confirms WARDOGS is on track for its August 21 test, with pre-order demand already exceeding expectations.
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