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Community Recognition & Maintenance Notice

23 Oct, 2024

Dear Commanders:

NEXT FEST has successfully concluded, and we deeply appreciate everyone's participation and support. This announcement consists of three parts: honoring community contributors, responding to community feedback, and maintenance notice

Honoring Community Contributors

Video Content Creators: Participants in Steam NEXT FEST who shared videos through livestreams (or recordings), giving us the opportunity to showcase Collapsed Galaxy 2 (in its early development version) to all Steam platform players for the first time.
Community Builders: Hardcore players who helped us identify issues and improve the game through detailed topic descriptions. Some have become opinion leaders, while others, like designers (Pek provided beautiful UI mockups that sparked discussions), offered constructive feedback on UI design. Many passionate players emerged in Steam community discussions, helping other players with questions and solutions (Ayuruk has been earnestly helping others since the community's early days). We sincerely thank these players for their support, which motivates us to continue improving the product. The community's serious feedback gives us confidence in future development.
Contributor List Rules: Including both DEMO and Playtest lists. Please contact us if there are any omissions.

Video Content Creators and Their Self-Introductions (in no particular order)

tudoudou: "Twenty years ago, the first large-scale multiplayer online game I played was TC, which left a deep impression that I still can't forget. Unfortunately, I didn't have time to play games while in school back then. But now my joy has returned, and I'll regularly share videos and livestreams online to rediscover that happiness together with everyone!" (tudoudou means little potato)
seat: "I started playing SG beta on US servers in 2002, always playing educational builds. While I've played other games, TC's unique features remain very attractive. Even now, I can't find games with similar multiplayer competitive modes. My view on the game is hoping for balance and diverse skill builds, creating characters with their own unique characteristics. I also hope the game can develop long-term and bring more players to join."
LHLongXing: "I am the guild leader of the Dragon Soul guild (self-proclaimed ^_^), and the owner of China's largest TC players' group. I'm just a casual player who loves TC, enjoys organizing players, but has mediocre skills. Happy gaming, entertainment first, welcome to join us. Dragon Soul represents the spirit of the Chinese dragon." (LH stands for Dragon Soul, LongXing means dragon's flight, the complete Chinese name is: Dragon Soul・Dragon Soaring Across the Sky)

Community Builders (in no particular order, repeated IDs indicate active participation in both Demo and Playtest communities)

Contributor List Rules

This list will be permanently added to the game's "Credits List/Staff List" which can be found in the system menu accessed by pressing ESC in-game. Since the initial version of Collapsed Galaxy 1, a list called MeetingOnEarth.txt has been preserved in the game client files, recording a total of 1,591 community contributors who gradually joined over the past 10 years. Contributors to Collapsed Galaxy 2 will also be continuously integrated into this list.
Commanders added to the list (linked through Steam's unique ID and game data) will receive limited edition game medals in the official release (expected to be tied to Steam achievements). As these features are still being refined, please refer to the final in-game implementation and subsequent official announcements for the final presentation. The game's ultimate launch relies on everyone's encouragement, criticism, and enthusiastic support. Community contributors have brought tremendous momentum to the game, not just from the Steam community but from other channels as well. Yes, some of our in-game modifications and optimizations came from information collected through these channels: Youtube content creators' livestream/video comments, Twitch creators/comments, bilibili video community, Reddit community discussions, FB community discussions, Discord channel 44 discussions, Naver specific sections, Bahamut Shadow Special Forces section, email correspondence, and other social APP channels.
Playtest (09/27~09/29) -> DEMO (10/10~present)
- -> Early Access Version (Q4 small scale)
- -> Official Release (Full Release)

Responding to Community Feedback

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Steam Community Communication: We continuously collect your feedback.
Our Reply Strategy: When do we respond?
Community Building Plan: When will Discord be established?

Steam Community Communication

As of this article's publication: We have read or replied to 107 discussion threads from Playtest and 182 discussion threads from Demo.
We continuously monitor each new piece of feedback as important reference for development iterations. One reply we adopted as the best answer, which most closely aligned with our view on this issue, comes from Pocal regarding the focus during testing phase being on game development rather than promotion: https://gtm.you1.cn/app/2751740/discussions/0/4851030238681463054/?ctp=2#c6497096716249275141

Our Reply Strategy

We are players too, and between in-depth communication and direct modification, we prioritize direct modification. Valuable feedback (or bugs) can usually be addressed within hours in most cases. We are more eager than anyone to handle these feedbacks quickly, rather than further discussing and expanding topics.
Some short-term issues we haven't responded to are because the test version only opened partial features, which will be gradually updated to complete status. For example, recent player count balance is closely related to performance optimization. Before performance optimization is completed, no matter how we adjust the player count mechanism, the discussion of the topic, no matter how profound, would hardly achieve perfect balance. When Playtest was released, hardcore players discerned that our testing focus was on combat flow rather than everything, as noted by Pasty: https://gtm.you1.cn/app/2390660/discussions/0/4851029895193900005/#c4851029895194551515

Community Building Plan

We plan to open Discord to establish closer connections with everyone. As a cooperative game, we deeply understand the importance of community communication. The Collapsed Galaxy 1 community was established in 2012, predating the game's release. It was this passionate community that nurtured the birth of Collapsed Galaxy 1. The Collapsed Galaxy 1 community is currently archived, and those interested can visit: https://youtu.be/IWxXzbI8tqc/
Building a community requires precious development effort and proper allocation of operational resources, so we hope to launch it alongside the community after completing the game's multi-language automatic translation feature. The complete form of the translation feature will automatically translate all languages to the client's set language. For example, an English client will automatically translate other languages to English. This feature is closely tied to in-game chat, friends, instructor (mentorship), legion, faction governor, and other social systems. They must exist simultaneously and form a functional closed loop for the game to fully implement its MMO/cooperative social aspects. There was a discussion about automatic translation in a thread titled "Chat issues" from machdame: https://gtm.you1.cn/app/2390660/discussions/0/4691153445988643930/

Maintenance Schedule Notice

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Maintenance Start Time: PT Time Zone October 24th, 3:00
* Corresponding to Los Angeles local time October 24th, 3:00
* Corresponding to Hong Kong local time October 24th, 18:00 (PT+15)
Maintenance End Time: Estimated minimum maintenance duration is 7 natural days
Main Objectives: Game client performance improvement, replacement of placeholder assets in development

Discussion Address 1 (Shared community for main game and DEMO version):
https://gtm.you1.cn/app/2390660/discussions/
Discussion Address 2 (Playtest version community, accessible but no longer operating due to Playtest version closure):
https://gtm.you1.cn/app/2751740/discussions/
All Announcements Address:
https://gtm.you1.cn/app/2390660/allnews/

We are honored to meet all commanders on Earth and receive your support.
Starshift Studio

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Urgent Adjustment: Responding to Steam Community Feedbak Correct Faction Balance

16 Oct, 2024

Dear Commanders:

Based on community feedback, we have decided to adjust the factions

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Faction merging: The Superintelligent Industry (Green) merges into -> The Free Interstellar (Red), The Imperial Temple (Yellow) merges into -> The Council of Sages (Purple)
Faction selection is locked for the first scenario, no longer allowing selection of: The Imperial Temple (Yellow), The Superintelligent Industry (Green)
Automatic balancing when selecting factions is temporarily disabled for the first scenario
Automatic balancing when transferring factions is temporarily disabled in the Starport scenario, requiring level 100 and meeting other conditions indicated in the interface to use
Merged factions have not disappeared and can still be joined through faction transfer: The cost of faction transfer has been adjusted from 8000 uranium to free
The mercenary feature related to faction balance will be available in future updates

Resource Supplement

In the last few days before the end of the New Product Festival, we will send resource supplies to all characters who have logged into the Starport, which can be obtained even when offline
Collect from the in-game mailbox (shortcut key F7), maximum retention period of 90 days when unread

Short-term Plans

Adjust visual presentation, optimize and fix UI issues
Improve game client performance to lower the entry barrier for the game
Steam Workshop, attempt to introduce player-customizable music and local multi-language options

Other Updates

Corrected the volume of mine-clearing sound effects
Improved the performance of explosion sound effects
Fixed an issue where mouse box drawing could occasionally fail after entering combat state
Corrected an error where artillery impact special effects had a 6-unit distance offset
Fixed blurry font on the login interface banner image
Added support for resolutions: 2048x1152, 2880x1880
Balance has been adjusted, with initial values for attack power of all combat units modified. Depending on the unit, the reduction range is between 15% and 20%.

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Starshift Studio

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Collapsed Galaxy 2 AT the Steam NEXT FEST

14 Oct, 2024

Dear Commanders:

We are thrilled to announce that our Collapsed Galaxy 2 has been invited to join the Steam NEXT FEST in October 2024! For the entire week from October 14th to October 21st, you will have the opportunity to experience the demo of Collapsed Galaxy 2. Please join us, play the game, and share your feedback! We are eagerly looking forward to reading your reactions, observations, and thoughts!
During the Steam NEXT FEST, we will be giving out in-game resource rewards to online commanders as a token of our appreciation.
We welcome suggestions and feedback in the game's Steam community, and please add it to your wishlist!
We are honored to meet you all on Earth, and thank you sincerely!

Starshift Studio

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MMORTS 2024 Collapsed Galaxy 2 Demo Now Available

10 Oct, 2024

Greetings, Commanders!
We've decided to remove access restrictions. The DEMO version will continue from the Playtest version, accelerating the completion of the "Early Access" version. We hope you'll enjoy it!

[ Recent Updates ]

It's been over 48 hours since our announced Playtest maintenance time. During this period, we've made some minor adjustments:

Physical characteristics of communication antennas: We've introduced small-scale realistic physics simulations to ground combat units. Some units have been equipped with communication antennas that exhibit inertia. When units move, turn, or suddenly stop, the communication antennas will simulate realistic swaying effects due to physical inertia.

[ Test Description ]

The DEMO version is long-term and expected to be a persistent test

Refining core processes: Continuous fine-tuning of combat core
Testing overall flow: Optimizing and adjusting based on Steam community feedback, preparing for the launch of the "Early Access" version
If you find yourself stuck on the first scene, please try logging in again and switching to: Relic-02 (Steam) or Relic-03 (Steam). We will fix this issue as soon as possible. Please be patient for the update. Thank you for your understanding.

[ Time Zone Folding ]

Server time is based on PT timezone. The server will execute "time zone folding" twice daily, sharing data across different time zones. The schedule is as follows:

a. PT timezone 03:00 ~ 15:00
* Hong Kong local time 18:00 ~ 06:00 next day (Night) - Online
* Los Angeles local time 03:00 ~ 15:00 (Day)
b. PT timezone 15:00 ~ 03:00 next day
* Los Angeles local time 15:00 ~ 03:00 next day (Night) - Online
* Hong Kong local time 06:00 ~ 18:00 (Day)
c. Disconnections during time zone folding switches and unstable cross-timezone connections are normal

[ Important Notes ]

This test version is gradually optimizing and improving performance and visual presentation. We ask for your understanding regarding any short-term lag or delays.
This test version is gradually optimizing and improving performance and visual presentation. We ask for your understanding regarding any short-term lag or delays.

Multi-language support: English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, German, Brazilian Portuguese; Korean may have incomplete translations due to character set issues, which we expect to fix before the "Early Access" version
Operation features: Supports screen center zooming with mouse wheel, camera rotation with Q and E keys, and quick movement with the ~ key
Game functions: Bugs in the DEMO version are normal. We will try to fix as many as possible before each server restart

# 1. Key Updates #

Unit models have been redesigned, with adjustments made to all units based on Steam community feedback
Fixed an issue where the progress bar would get stuck when logging into the scene for the first time after character creation
Fixed an issue where the fog of war on the minimap interface was not affecting enemies
Adjusted battlefield capacity, allowing more low-level players to participate in battles

* Low-level maximum limit +5: The number of players below max level who can enter has increased from 5 to 10
* The battle capacity for Fortress 44 has been adjusted from 20 (5) to 25 (0), meaning low-level commanders are no longer allowed to participate in battles
* A Governor (Lord) entering the battlefield increases the maximum number of max-level participants by +5
MK transformation enabled: Upgrading a unit's MK model to the highest level can earn a cumulative reward of 2500 uranium ore. MK6 rewards 20 uranium ore, MK7 rewards 80 uranium ore, MK8 rewards 400 uranium ore, MK9 rewards 2000 uranium ore
Increased initial resources for characters: Total of 3000K money, 300K amethyst, 30K uranium ore

* After landing at the Starport Base, you can obtain initial resources of: 3000K money, 0 amethyst, 15K uranium ore
* Additional uranium ore reward of 15K for logging in this month, visible when choosing a faction
* For the first 3 days of the DEMO launch, the system will send online commanders 3 amethyst rewards at PT 22:00, 100K each time, which can be collected in the mail
* PT 22:00 refers to 22:00 Los Angeles local time (night), corresponding to 13:00 Hong Kong local time (day)
Extra Reward: Share a video for a chance to win 1 additional initial resource reward (We will send rewards via in-game mail to selected quality video creators, with a total of 3 winning spots)

* Shared content: Thank you for sharing an exciting 30-minute battle video or interesting game footage
* Material usage: We will use it for social media and Steam store page materials. Sending indicates your agreement for us to publish or edit your video
* Submission deadline: Before 21:00 PT on October 13, 2024, corresponding to 12:00 Hong Kong local time (day)
* Announcement time: Winners list will be announced before 21:00 PT on October 20, 2024, corresponding to 12:00 Hong Kong local time (day)
* Submission format: Email to J@collapsedgalaxy.com, include your Steam account link in the email content for reward distribution. Please submit video links using well-known file sharing services such as Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, WeTransfer, Baidu Netdisk, or Aliyun Drive

* To obtain your Steam account link: Open the Steam website in a browser, log in to your account, click on your avatar in the top right corner (as shown in the image), and copy the full link from the browser. Example: https://gtm.you1.cn/profiles/12345678901234567/

# 2. New Features #

Dispatch Slot 2 now open: Opening a new dispatch slot automatically grants an additional 48 unit slots. When switching to Dispatch Slot 2, you need to configure new attribute points (supporting 2 sets of independent combat strategies)
Custom skill hotkeys now available: You can customize skill hotkeys except for system-used keys (e.g., AWSD, QE, PM). Access this feature in [System Menu/ESC] - [Settings]
Feature enabled: Friends (F4): Automatically opens at level 20, accessible from the bottom right corner of the main interface
Feature enabled: Legion (F5): Automatically opens at level 25, legion functionality is only UI-released, creation allowed after update
Feature enabled: Rankings (F6): Open by default
Feature enabled: Mail (F7): Open by default
Armory now open: Accessible at level 40 (independent building), used for unit storage. Permanently increase storage slots using uranium ore
Advanced Laboratory now open: Accessible at level 60 through the laboratory's auxiliary building. Merge same-type units to obtain more advanced higher models
Replication Factory now open: Accessible at level 80 through the armory's auxiliary building. Perform unit replication operations with cooldown time
Transfer Factory now open: Accessible at level 100 through the arsenal's auxiliary building. Destroy units to convert them into experience, with cooldown time
Teleporter now open: Accessible at level 1 (independent building), nationality transfer function requires level 100. In addition to level requirements, you must meet the conditions specified in the interface. The threshold for switching factions is very high. It is recommended to consider thoroughly when creating a character, matching the faction suitable for your characteristics according to MBTI. Many new functions in the future will be deeply bound to faction personality tendencies. Finding and making friends with comrades who have similar personality traits is the best way to play the game
Magic Star scene opened: Not accessible, waiting for update
Self-inspection for violations enabled: Anti-cheating
Ban module enabled: Disposal function for users violating Steam rules and game rules. Violators will be prompted that they have been frozen by the system
Interstellar Prison: Not accessible through the interface, called upon by patrolling human GMs when providing help or support
Activity - Stage Rewards now open: Commanders can claim unit rewards through the activity entrance at levels 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, and 100. Directly click to receive 8 level 120 MK5 model units, choose one of two options. The translation may not be accurate, please accept our sincere apologies. We are working hard to improve, thank you!

Level Reached

Unit Option 1

Unit Option 2

50

Lurker

Sniper

60

Hellhound

Mobile Fortress

70

Air Fighter

Assault

80

Berserker

Blade Warrior

90

Cannon

Thunder

100

Nighthawk

Enforcer

# 3. Regular Updates #

All unit icons have been reset. Thanks to the positive feedback from the Steam community. We will continue to optimize units that are not satisfactory
All 18 vegetation environment scenes have been redesigned, improving the compatibility of ground soil and vegetation. Color optimization for slopes and edge areas has been done to make transitions more obvious and easier to distinguish
All 18 desert environment scenes have been redesigned, making the mix of sand-like soil and gravel more natural. Differential treatment has been applied to high and low ground surfaces, making the two layers of terrain easier to identify
Fixed an issue where there was a small probability that pressing the F key in the first scene would not trigger the cutscene. In the current version, it will directly skip after the countdown ends. You can also choose to exit the game and re-enter. After re-entering, all obstacles will automatically disappear
Fixed an issue where the battle status minimap interface was misaligned in ultra-wide resolutions
Fixed the display of overhead health bars. This feature now supports displaying the health bar and name of all units' current locked attack targets
Fixed an issue where beast names were not displayed (Korean version temporarily only supports English monster names, we sincerely apologize for this)
Fixed an issue where obstacle effects of objects like rocks and wooden stakes were not working in all maps
Fixed the layout of the prompt window that pops up when creating a character, making it more prominent and increasing the fluidity of entering the main game process
Fixed an issue where the expedition interface overlapped with other interfaces during battle status
Fixed an issue where numerical markers on the map were translated into words
Fixed an issue where occasional prompt windows were slightly offset
Fixed an issue where private messages couldn't be selected on the planet map
Fixed an issue where pop-up windows affecting the game process couldn't be closed
Fixed an issue where the fog of war in Fortress 44 map didn't dissipate
Fixed an issue where the laser weapon sound effect for Blade Warriors was missing
Fixed abnormal display of the green progress vertical bar in the battle results interface
Fixed inaccurate display of faction icons in the VIC contention map
Fixed an issue where there was a probability of switching to level 11 shortly after arriving at the Starport Base when re-logging in
Fixed a 1-pixel horizontal deviation in the teleport interface
Optimized the color of mouse box selection from gray-white to a more eye-catching emerald green
Optimized the edges of the fog of war, making the edges of unit vision in the battle fog state change from jagged to extremely smooth and soft
Optimized the layout of the main interface minimap, making the layout more rational and clear
Optimized the random options when creating a character, no longer automatically selecting the governor image in the demo, increasing the fluidity of entering the main game process
Optimized the full-screen mode selection on the login interface, changing the function from windowed full-screen to true full-screen to slightly improve frame rate. This feature will continue to be adjusted in the future, allowing switching between the three modes
Optimized the mechanical sound effect of unit movement, slightly increasing the volume compared to the previous version
Optimized the appearance of charge points, changing their appearance
Optimized the idle animation of units in the dimensional gate expansion state
Optimized the interface layout of the laboratory to maintain visual consistency with the advanced laboratory
Balance adjustment: Adjusted the initial attack power values for all combat units, with reductions ranging from 20% to 25% depending on the unit
Optimized the layout and color scheme of the login interface with minor modifications

# 4. To Be Opened and Planned, Welcome Community Discussion #

Friend Invitations: Allow creation of exclusive keys for new players to activate when creating characters, exempting them from the self-balancing mechanism constraints when choosing factions
Underground Lair
Observation Station: Interstellar Trade
Single Player Campaign
Training Ground
Simulation Battlefield
Vehicles
Mission System
Interstellar Furnace
Mineral Veins
Council Hall
Leader Statue
Commander Equipment Research and Development (Cutting-edge Laboratory)
Vehicle Modifications
Commander Outfit Changes
Access rights to underground buildings of planet native clans: Fox Clan
Prefabricated Unit Blueprints
Orbital Strikes
Legion Tactical Training
Legion Commander Combat Talents
Tactical Management
Magic Armor Blueprints
Outpost Construction: Use materials to build outpost ground facilities. The faction that completes construction first will be the first to activate J (for detailed information about J, please see the official website introduction)
Outpost Positions: Maps 22, 26, 62, 66 can build facilities and solidify into base-type maps, resisting infiltrations from other factions and primitive creatures, defending against infiltrations of the Starport Base
Outpost Mining
Space Elevator: Used to transport strategic materials to outposts
J: Will come online and offline during high traffic times, simulating human rest habits
Magic Star Activity
Sandworm Invasion Activity
Military Supply Package Activity
Instructor Teaching Activity
War Vehicle Contention Activity

Welcome to provide suggestions and feedback in the game's Steam community: https://gtm.you1.cn/app/2390660/discussions/
The Early Access version is expected to launch in the fourth quarter of 2024. Welcome to add it to your wishlist! We are honored to meet you all on Earth, thank you!

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MMORTS 2024 Collapsed Galaxy 2 Playtest Launch

27 Sep, 2024

Greetings, Commanders!

[Recent Updates]
It's been a while since we announced the upcoming Playtest in the community section last month
During this time, we've been working hard to enhance visual effects, such as our recently added terrain and vegetation system

Grass crushing effect: Large ground vehicles will affect vegetation, causing grass, shrubs, and other plants to bend over, which will recover on their own
Snow trampling effect: Any ground unit will leave traces and cause damage to snow-covered scenes, forming impressions and snow melting

[Test Description]
This test serves as a vanguard for next month's larger-scale test, focusing mainly on the following aspects:

1. Testing core processes: Confirming stability and baseline performance
2. Verifying "Time Zone Folding": Confirming the online service effect of the new mode, detailed test schedule as follows
Server time is based on PT time zone, the server will perform "Time Zone Folding" twice daily, sharing data across different time zones

a. PT time zone 01:00 ~ 13:00
Hong Kong local time 16:00 ~ 04:00 next day (Night) - Online
Los Angeles local time 01:00 ~ 13:00 (Day)
b. PT time zone 13:00 ~ 01:00 next day
Los Angeles local time 13:00 ~ 01:00 next day (Night) - Online
Hong Kong local time 04:00 ~ 16:00 (Day)
c. Disconnections during time zone folding switches and unstable cross-time zone connections are normal occurrences

[Notes]
This test version has not undergone deep performance optimization, thus requiring high PC hardware performance. Additionally:
1. Multi-language support: English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean, German, Brazilian Portuguese; Korean may have incomplete translations due to character set issues, which will be fixed before the "Early Access" version
2. Operation features: Supports screen center zooming with mouse wheel, supports camera rotation with Q and E keys
3. Game features: Currently only core combat functions are available, some bugs not affecting core processes are normal and will be fixed before the next test.

Welcome to provide suggestions and feedback in the game's Steam community: https://gtm.you1.cn/app/2390660/discussions/

Thank you!

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Collapsed Galaxy 2 - JING Mod OST: "Silent Dreams" Released

1 Jan, 2024

This event employs an AI tool named "JING" to create this Intelligence Entity Player. Through nominations and voting, we collect information about this entity, including her nickname and characteristics, from publicly available global internet data.

The nomination process will conclude on January 28, 2024 (PT time).

Before officially appearing in the game as a player, this entity is referred to as "J". She will be the avatar of a specific human and will possess their social media memories up until the year 2024. Additionally, she can simulate decision-making behaviors observed on social media, thereby forming a personality that fully matches that of a real person. Once the game launches, player interactions will encourage the development of new memories and the evolution of "J"'s personality traits.

More Infomation: https://collapsedgalaxy.com/

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MMORTS 2024 Collapsed Galaxy 2 Playtest Now Open

28 Dec, 2023

Once the required number of testers is reached, we will announce the specific testing schedule on the Steam store page and the official website one week in advance. A notification will be sent automatically to the email associated with your STEAM account. The content of the automatically sent email may be as follows:
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Collpased Galaxy 2 Beta is now available in your library!
Visit your Steam library to begin the installation and find out more about the game test from the developers.
You are receiving this email because you requested access to test Collpased Galaxy 2 on Steam.
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