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Trial Mode Test

🚧 On April 20, we’ll be rolling out a new test for the Trial Mode feature to 50% of players.

If you are randomly chosen, you’ll be given the chance to try out Epic and Legendary Mechs and Weapons for free without having to own them.

When previewing eligible content, you’ll see a new “Try” button. Tapping it will launch a test battle against bots, allowing you to experience a Weapon or Mech in action before purchasing it.

To ensure a fair and consistent testing environment, all Trial Mode battles will use:

⚔️ Predefined Ranks

⚔️ No Pilots

⚔️ No Implants

⚔️ Standard battle settings

The rollout is limited at first to help us closely monitor performance, stability, and any technical issues before deciding on a wider release.

If the test is successful, Trial Mode will become available to all players.

Stay tuned for more updates!

#MechArena #ContentTrial #Test

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Apr 17, 2026, 12:5004/17/26
May 4, 2026, 23:2805/04/26
12/20/25
2

when is trial mode free for everyone to try out because I didn't get picked and I really want to try it

May 5, 2026, 04:3605/05/26
04/12/26
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May 12, 2026, 08:036 days
03/25/26
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Subject: Feedback and Suggestions for the New Trial Mode

I recently had the chance to test the new Trial Mode on a friend's account, and while the addition is welcome, there is significant room for improvement. Based on my experience, here are a few suggestions to make the mode a truly useful tool for the community:

1. Refined Selection Process

The current selection logic is a bit too random. Since the fundamental purpose of a Trial Mode is future planning and cost management, players need total control.

The Fix: Allow players to manually pair a specific Mech with a specific Weapon set (e.g., testing Orion with dual Railgun 8s).

The Implementation: Integrate the "Trial" button directly into the Gear Hub. This allows players to experiment with items they don't yet own before committing resources.

2. Environmental Control (Maps & Modes)

Testing a long-range Sniper build on a cramped, cluttered map doesn't provide accurate data.

The Fix: Give players a choice between a few map types—ideally two "Open" maps for long-range testing and two "Closed/Cramped" maps for CQC and splash damage testing.

Game Modes: Allow a toggle between 1v1 (Controlled Testing) and 5v5 (Live Combat Simulation).

3. Advanced Bot Behavior & Commands

To properly test Mechs and hitboxes, we need the test dummy to do more than just stand there or wander aimlessly. I suggest adding a command menu for the bot in 1v1 mode:

Idle: For pure DPS and damage-per-clip testing.

Move: To test lead-aiming, projectile travel time, and blast radius on moving targets.

Hide/Cover: To test how weapons interact with hitboxes and splash damage around corners.

Attack: To see how a Mech’s durability or defensive abilities hold up under direct fire.

4. The Purpose of 5v5

While 1v1 is for refurbishing and stats, the 5v5 Trial should serve as a performance benchmark. Updating the map rotation for this mode will ensure players can see how a loadout performs in an actual match environment. 

That is all from me as how I see things right now...

Hope you read it and make use of the suggestions. 

Thanks.

May 17, 2026, 19:063 hours
12/20/25
2

Yeah the battle pass has been compound beams for the past three seasons I'm pretty sure 


Apr 18, 2026, 23:5004/18/26
03/23/25
9

Why are you people saying pick me if the post literally says that it's random? No offense to anyone 

Apr 19, 2026, 04:0304/19/26
10/10/25
2

i think it's cool i have most leg mechs already so i'ma just be trying new mech's

Apr 19, 2026, 05:4404/19/26
03/31/26
1

It's cool pick me mech arena please 

Apr 19, 2026, 08:2904/19/26
01/11/25
1

Umm if pick randomly why don't you just make an update that you can tryouts epic and legendary for free in trials only

Apr 19, 2026, 18:3004/19/26
04/02/26
8

Me pls im big fan and this is my fav game btw

Apr 20, 2026, 03:3004/20/26
08/23/25
1

PLS work i want all of my friends to try it

Apr 20, 2026, 10:3604/20/26
04/20/26
1

its today but when

Apr 20, 2026, 11:3404/20/26
09/25/25
1

pls mech arnea i love to have this i will also invite my fallen friends for the summer pls 😭



😁

Apr 20, 2026, 12:1304/20/26
04/17/26
1

Please pic me Mech Arena the Mechs and Weapons are so over priced 


Apr 20, 2026, 13:5104/20/26
06/26/24
38
BURROW

its today but when

The Trial Mode Test is currently Live!

Apr 20, 2026, 13:5104/20/26
06/26/24
38
BURROW

its today but when

It is live!

VelocityCommunity Manager
Apr 21, 2026, 17:2004/21/26
04/05/21
1232
RandomAlt

cool! but one thing, (i may have missed this) if we choose to test a weapon, how do we put the weapon on a mech? I mean you cant have a weapon without a mech (unless your literally adding that) also i'm just guessing, but if we choose a mech we won't have a weapon equpped on it right? I'm not sure about any of these and i'm not makign suggestions but can someone please answer me? Also realy sorry if i missed any hints about these questions

The system automatically sets up a ready-to-use test loadout for you. So you don’t need to manually equip anything.

VelocityCommunity Manager
Apr 21, 2026, 17:2204/21/26
04/05/21
1232
Malice

NOPE! BAD IDEA! you fail to improve anything

Sorry to hear that. Could you share what makes you feel it’s not a good idea? 😟

VelocityCommunity Manager
Apr 21, 2026, 17:2304/21/26
04/05/21
1232
PogsterPlays

I never thought we were going to get anything like this (besides the onslaught ofc)..

Very interested to see how it turns out... 

Totally get you! We’re looking forward to hearing everyone’s feedback!😉

VelocityCommunity Manager
Apr 21, 2026, 17:2504/21/26
04/05/21
1232

Happy to see all the excitement! Unfortunately, we can’t include everyone, as players are selected randomly for this test. Fingers crossed you get picked! 🤞

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Apr 22, 2026, 01:0104/22/26
04/13/25
21

question do you guys think of having any crate rush involving strike rocket or overdrive???