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Top playtesters will receive IRL prizes, awarded with distinct park role memberships, receive in-game valuables and much more!

Exterminator

You find and catch bugs in the wild world of Le Zoo; making it a bug free experience for others.

Park Architect

Your vibes inform the park vibes. You know what improvements can make this world come to life.

The Artist

You create wherever you go. Your art and expression has landed itself in the park, and Le Zoo management sees it.

Audio Alchemist

You have an ear for sounds that inspire and transcend, making Le Zoo rich in vibrations.

The Explorer

You push past your own limits and your adventurous spirit inspire others explore the hidden paths of the park.

Cultural Catalyst

You don't just enjoy the energy of the park, you add to it by expressing yourself and creating memorable moments with others.

The Maker

You create, make, and build. It's hard to categorize your exact role, but your creations are seen and valued.

For the gamers
XBOX:
Series X
Backbone
PS Mobile Controller
For the TRAVELER
Meet the team
Win a trip to NYC!
For the TREND SETTER

These are exclusive in-game valuables for our playtesters and won't be offered in the future.

Collectible Critters

Collect these exclusive Playtest toys. Place them in your habitat or use them as gifts or trade them with friends.

PLAYTEST EXCLUSIVE

Skins & Parts

Each tour group will unlock character skins and body parts that are only available for this group of playtesters.

PLAYTEST EXCLUSIVE

Loot & Parts

Receive loot to help you complete missions and unlock experiences within the many mini games in the park.

PLAYTEST EXCLUSIVE

Karma Offerings

Each tour group will receive a custom amount of Karma for in-game purchases plus the one offered as standard rewards.

PLAYTEST EXCLUSIVE

Every playtester will receive the following gifts as a thank you for their involvement.

Access to Playtest Discord Channel
Official Playtester Role on Discord
In-game currency: 1,000 Karma
Step 1: Apply

Apply to enter the next playtest tour group by answering a few questions.

Step 2: Qualification Status

We'll let you know if you've qualified for the next tour group via email. If you don't qualify for this tour, it's possible you will for a future tour.

Step 3: Enter the Park

You’ll receive instructions for downloading the playtest version of Le Zoo. Chat with other players in our tester-exclusive discord channel!

Step 4: Rewards

Your help doesn’t go unnoticed. There’s rewards awaiting for you, also you’ll be credited for your support.

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Put your hard hat on and get ready to enter the construction zone! We are opening a few tours early for those that aren't afraid to enter the park in progress.

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How do I sign up to playtest?

Fill out the form on the park website.

You only apply once, but if you’re not accepted into a certain Hard Hat Tour, then your application will be automatically rolled over to the next available Tour.

Can I become a playtester if I’m not from the USA?

Yes, we accept playtesters from all over the world! The majority of the game utilizes localization symbols and we are working on our NPC language support. However, there may be a few instances where reading comprehension of English may be required.

When will I hear back about my application?

We will be replying to applications within 2-3 weeks of receipt of application. If your application is declined, but later accepted for a future Tour, you may be notified at a future date for the qualified Tour.

Why are you calling the playtest a Hard Hat Tour?

Le Zoo™ is calling our playtest a Hard Hat Tour because the park is very much still in construction. This is NOT a playtest of a completed game experience. This is a playtest of an ongoing game under construction.

What stage is the game at?

We are unveiling our unfinished Alpha version of our world to Hard Hat Tourists who are ready to get their hands dirty with a hard hat and the appropriate gear when approaching the construction site.

What do you look for in a playtester?

You’re not afraid to fall through the ground. Mesh colliders are still being set up in some areas of the park. This is just one example of how construction may appear in the game. If something looks glitchy, don’t be afraid — let us know!

Be ready for changes and the new new. Right now, the majority of the park is open land ripe for new attractions. As Hard Hat Tourists enter the park, new attractions and minigame experiences will come online. Expect new builds and new experiences throughout the course of a Hard Hat Tour.

Be open to co-creating. Instead of waiting a year or more to bring this experience to eager parkgoers, Le Zoo park management has opted to welcome players into the creation process. When creating, holding a nonjudgmental mindset and being open to possibilities will serve you well.

Committed. Changes don’t happen overnight, and we would be grateful for your continued support in visiting the park more than one time. In fact we’d love to see you back this month, next month, and far into the future. Let’s see where this goes!

Passionate about improvements. We’re looking for Hard Hat Tourists who are communicative, pay close attention to detail, and have some experience with playing games so they can thoroughly describe what they want to see more of or report bugs within our park.

Will this be a paid playtest?

Playtesting will not be paid in USD or governmentally recognized currency at this time. Park management MAY recruit members of the Hard Hat Tour for paid positions pending contributions to the park. However, playtesting WILL be compensated with in-game currency and other rewards including but not limited to IRL rewards like gaming consoles, travel vouchers, merch, virtual gifts, access to private Discord channels and more!

How do I receive my IRL rewards?

You’ll get an email from playtest@mothergames.com with instructions about how to claim your IRL rewards, so keep a close eye on your inbox!

You will receive an email with information from playtest@mothergames about how to redeem your reward.

If you are awarded a role, you will be notified of your role.

If I apply and I don’t get in, what happens?

If you apply and are not accepted to the current Hard Hat Tour, your application will be retained by park management and will be considered for future park tours and will be notified by email from playtest@mothergames.com of any changes to your application status.

Why didn’t I get accepted into the playtest?

There might be a variety of reasons why your application was declined.  For example, if your hardware specifications are not yet supported by the park, you’ll be notified when your hardware is supported. If you are a gamer who specializes in a specific genre, you’ll be invited when features of the park meet your expertise.

Due to our Hard Hat Tours having a limited size, we are constrained to a particular quota. Perhaps a future Hard Hat Tour will align with your application. We keep all applications on file and they automatically roll over to every new Hard Hat Tour if you’re not immediately accepted!

Is there anything I can do to increase my chances of getting into a Playtest Hard Hat Tour?

Here are some things that help us form a relationship with future Hard Hat Tourists and may contribute to accelerated acceptance in the park.

  • Joining and being active in our Discord.
  • Sharing about the park on social media. This shows your commitment to bringing the park into existence and may help contribute to accelerated acceptance.
  • Last but not least, sending a bat signal into the ether can sometimes have unexpected results…

How long before the playtest applications stops accepting new Hard Hat Tourists?

We are always accepting applications for Hard Hat Tourists. If you are accepted but there is no open Tour, you will be notified when a new Tour opens.

Do I have to pay to be a playtester?

No, this playtest is brand-spankin free. Once you submit your application and are selected as a Hard Hat Tourist, you can join in at no cost. We will offer items within the park that are available for Hard Hat Tourists to purchase, but there is no requirement. One of the rewards given to our Hard Hat Tourists is Karma, our in-game currency at the Le Zoo™ park.

What happens when the Tour is over?

When the Tour ends, roles will be assigned for outstanding contributions and we may send a survey, but you are welcome to continue to experience the park. In fact, we hope you stick around.

Unforeseen circumstances may cause a temporary pause in your Hard Hat Tour. If that is the case, you will be notified through email.

What are the minimum specifications required to playtest?

Our last build was under 1.5 GB; this may change as new builds are issued. Having a device that allows you to download the game package will be important.

If I become a playtester, can I stream this on my YouTube channel?

We encourage you to show off your Zoot™, share screenshots, and tell your friends about the Le Zoo™ park even though it’s under construction. HOWEVER, it is not permitted to stream content from the Le Zoo™ park because not everyone is qualified for understanding a construction site. You hold a big responsibility as a tester that is contributing to Le Zoo™ becoming ready for others. By applying to playtest, you agree to our PLAY TESTER AGREEMENT, which includes our no-stream, no-video policy which forbids sharing streaming of the open world or any aspect of the game. The only exception to the no-video policy is sharing a video of your Zoot™ (Zoot™ is the suit you wear upon entering the park) within the Zoot™ studio platform experience.

Why are you accepting playtesters so early? Why not wait until Beta?

We are currently accepting Hard Hat Tourists while actively building our Alpha because we believe in doing things differently. Le Zoo™ is a community experience. We’re interested in building together with Hard Hat Tourists. Think of it as a soft opening or a private preview at the theme park, just for you!

What is the scope of the playtest? Will I get the access to the full game ?

During the Hard Hat Tour, you'll get access to selected areas and features of Le Zoo™. Many aspects of the park are actively under construction. In fact, you may feel like there’s nothing in the park! Rest assured -- attractions and minigames as well as more in-depth experiences will be added to the park throughout the course of the Tour progression. Similar to how a theme park may have sections or neighborhoods that aren’t available to the public yet, certain access may be restricted. However, Hard Hat Tours intend to allow testers to experience the entirety of the park once it’s available.

What if I can’t complete my playtest Hard Hat Tour? What should I do to let you know? Does this disqualify me from future Hard Hat Tours?

If you would like to freeze your position in a Hard Hat Tour, then email us at playtest@mothergames.com, and we will get back to you ASAP to find a solution.

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