4:Loop launches Closed Beta on PS5 and PC with new Scanner boss

5 articles · Updated · PlayStation · Apr 28

Closed Beta begins April 30 for North American players on PlayStation 5 and PC, featuring the challenging cube-shaped Scanner boss designed by Bad Robot Games.
The Scanner boss requires players to navigate a deadly laser grid, destroy 54 panels, and coordinate attacks to expose its Reactor Core, emphasizing teamwork and strategic gear choices.
Access to the Closed Beta is limited and registration does not guarantee entry; additional regions and features are planned for future updates as the game focuses on cooperative problem-solving.

Can a Hollywood name like Bad Robot break into the competitive co-op shooter market?

With the beta imminent, what surprises does 4:Loop hold beyond its unique boss?

Will 4:Loop's puzzle-like bosses redefine skill in a genre dominated by reflexes?

Will J.J. Abrams' mystery-box storytelling be a core part of 4:Loop's gameplay?

How does 4:Loop's design mirror advanced AI challenges in robotics and navigation?