{"rewrite":{"id":"r_3c3ba557e7f9ab47cde81eaf","clusterId":"c_9e3d4c8ae21e80bf41cecd62","slug":"arkheron-cbt-launching-july-16-with-learning-spires-and-spires-modes","model":"deepseek-v4-flash","headline":"Arkheron CBT Launching July 16 With Learning Spires and Spires Modes","summary":"DRIMAGE will conduct a closed beta test for Arkheron on Steam from July 16 to 27. The developer detailed the new Learning Spires mode for beginners, which teaches practical skills through a tournament-style structure, and the Spires mode, a run-based system that ends after three losses or ten wins. The main Ascension mode will be available only on weekends and holidays during the CBT.","whyItMatters":"The inclusion of two practice-oriented modes alongside the main battle royale suggests DRIMAGE is prioritizing player onboarding for a game that relies on deep equipment combinations and tactical decision-making.","webCardHtml":"\u003cp\u003eArkheron is a team-based battle royale for up to 45 players in 15 teams, competing on a giant tower. The main Ascension mode has players form teams of three, scavenge for Relics, and aim for the top floor. The new Learning Spires mode, available at all times during the CBT, is designed to ease new players into the game\u0026#39;s systems. After the tutorial, players can learn to choose consumables, equipment, and utilize Eternals in a best-of-three match format. Spires, meanwhile, imposes a limit of three losses or ten wins per run, encouraging players to experiment with different builds as prices increase on purchased items. The closed beta test runs from July 16 to July 27.\u003c/p\u003e","blueskyPost":"Arkheron's CBT starts July 16 on Steam. New modes: Learning Spires for beginners and Spires for build testing. Ascension mode available weekends only. Details via Automaton.","twitterPost":"Arkheron CBT begins July 16. The closed beta introduces Learning Spires (beginner mode) and Spires (run-based). Main Ascension mode is limited to weekends. DRIMAGE targets PC/PS5/Xbox Series X|S.","threadsPost":null,"newsletterBlurb":"DRIMAGE detailed the Learning Spires and Spires modes for the upcoming Arkheron closed beta test. The CBT runs from July 16-27 on Steam, with the main Ascension mode available only on weekends and holidays. The new modes aim to help players learn the game's equipment and combat systems before the full release.","attributionJson":"[{\"source\":\"Automaton\",\"url\":\"https://automaton-media.com/articles/newsjp/20260713-454710/\",\"title\":\"New 'Learning Spires' and 'Spires' Modes Detailed for 'Arkheron' CBT; Beginner-Friendly Mode to Get You Battle-Ready\"}]","lintFlagsJson":null,"lintHits":0,"costUsd":0,"inputTokens":4235,"outputTokens":1670,"status":"published","repairAttempts":0,"nextRepairAt":null,"factsAttemptedAt":1783928380,"createdAt":"2026-07-13T07:37:22.000Z","publishedAt":"2026-07-13T07:37:28.000Z","updatedAt":"2026-07-13T07:37:22.000Z"},"cluster":{"id":"c_9e3d4c8ae21e80bf41cecd62","canonicalTitle":"期待の塔昇りバトロワ『アーケロン』、CBTで新実装の「ラーニングスパイアーズ」＆「スパイアーズ」の詳細お披露目。初心者も安心、“戦闘民族”一直線モード","representativeArticleId":"a_50e57f9405e71b7cee4de2ee","sourceCount":1,"writtenSourceCount":1,"writeAttempts":0,"isSolo":true,"entitiesJson":"{\"anime_titles\":[],\"manga_titles\":[],\"work_titles\":[\"Arkheron\"],\"studios\":[],\"people\":[],\"type\":\"news\",\"domain\":\"games\",\"is_roundup\":false}","contentType":"news","status":"published","firstSeenAt":"2026-07-13T06:47:33.000Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-07-13T06:47:33.000Z","updatedAt":"2026-07-13T07:37:29.000Z"},"attribution":[{"source":"Automaton","url":"https://automaton-media.com/articles/newsjp/20260713-454710/","title":"期待の塔昇りバトロワ『アーケロン』、CBTで新実装の「ラーニングスパイアーズ」＆「スパイアーズ」の詳細お披露目。初心者も安心、“戦闘民族”一直線モード"}],"entities":{"anime_titles":[],"manga_titles":[],"work_titles":["Arkheron"],"studios":[],"people":[],"type":"news","domain":"games","is_roundup":false},"keyFacts":null}