It wasn’t a “beta” test. it was a stress test. The test was for server stability with the new technology, not for players to “play test” the game .I feel the distinction is very important here.
As well, they already mentioned the game was tunes, very specifically, to be very easy. they stated that directly, pointing out that it was done, so that a new player could handle playing in the test. I think that explains some of your feelings of strength.
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