Last updated: August 14, 2026
Ananta Beta Sign Up (August 2026) — Vanguard Program Guide
Vanguard is NetEase's official program for getting early hands-on time with Ananta before launch. Signing up doesn't guarantee a beta key for every test wave, but it puts you first in line for closed betas, technical tests, and exclusive Vanguard-only rewards. Here's how the Ananta beta sign up process works right now.
What is the Ananta Vanguard program?
Vanguard is a standing tester pool NetEase pulls from every time a new Ananta test phase opens, whether that's a small offline Technical Test or a larger online Closed Beta Test (CBT). Vanguard members get advance notice of new waves, priority invite odds, and bonus in-game rewards carried into the full launch.
Vanguard test history
| Test | Date | Format | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Technical Test | January 3, 2025 | Offline, Hangzhou, China | Closed |
| Regional CBT waves | Rolling through 2025–2026 | Invite-only online tests | Ongoing, new waves periodically |
| Next confirmed wave | TBA | TBA | Sign up to be notified |
Don't try to join a listed test after its window has closed — expired test invites won't work, and NetEase periodically refreshes the eligible test list as new waves are announced.
How to sign up for the Ananta Vanguard program
Complete a quick verification to unlock the current invite-code request steps and direct sign-up link below.
- Head to the official Ananta website and find the Vanguard / beta sign-up section.
- Log in with (or create) your NetEase account.
- Fill out the Vanguard interest form, including platform, region, and device details.
- Watch your email and the NetEase account app for an invite notification when a new test wave opens.
- If selected, follow the provided download link and enter your personal beta key inside the test client before the window closes.
Is Ananta in closed beta right now?
Test availability changes wave to wave. NetEase has already run at least one offline Technical Test and multiple smaller online CBT waves since Ananta's reveal. Whether a beta is currently active depends on the latest announcement — check the Vanguard sign-up page directly or our Ananta news page for the newest wave status.
Does Ananta beta access guarantee early access to the full game?
No. Beta and Technical Test access is separate from launch-day early access. Being a Vanguard member improves your odds of getting into future tests and earns bonus rewards, but it does not guarantee a head start once Ananta fully launches.
Frequently asked questions
How do I sign up for the Ananta Vanguard program?
Visit the official Ananta site, log in with a NetEase account, and fill out the Vanguard interest form with your platform and region.
Is Ananta in closed beta right now?
It depends on the current test wave. NetEase runs beta phases periodically rather than continuously, so check the latest status before assuming a test is live.
How do I get an Ananta beta key?
Beta keys are distributed to selected Vanguard members by email or through the NetEase account app once you're chosen for a specific test wave.
Does Ananta beta access guarantee early access to the full game?
No, beta participation and launch-day early access are handled separately by NetEase.
While you wait on your next Vanguard invite, make sure your rig or phone is ready by checking our Ananta system requirements guide, and lock in your rewards with the pre-registration guide.