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Playtests

Play VHL
before launch.

We run playtest sessions on Discord while the game is in development. They are small, they are rough around the edges, and they are the fastest way to shape what VHL becomes.

Free download · Windows 10 and 11 · about 2.3 GB · Playing needs a key. The first time, Windows may say it protected your PC: click More info, then Run anyway. The form takes a minute.

  • Free
  • PC
  • 4v4
  • European servers

How it works

Three steps to the ice

  1. 01

    Sign up

    Fill in the short form. We ask for your Discord username and your region, and your email only if you want to give it.

  2. 02

    Join the Discord

    That is where sessions are announced and where players are grouped up before a match.

  3. 03

    Play

    Download VHL for Windows: the launcher installs the game and keeps it up to date. Playing needs a key: type yours in the game. Sessions are announced on Discord first.

Before you sign up

What you need

Requirements

Platform
PCThe platform VHL launches on.
Controls
Keyboard and mouseController support is not available yet.
Account
A Discord accountSessions are announced there.
Cost
FreeVHL is free to play.
EU
Alpha playtests run on European serversEU · Live

Good to know

What to expect

  • Unfinished software

    Expect rough edges.

  • Things change

    Expect things to change between sessions.

  • You are heard

    Your feedback reaches the developers directly.

  • Far from Europe?

    Players elsewhere will see higher latency until more regions open.

From earlier playtests

We have done this before

Eight players, one lobby: our first worldwide playtestEight different people from around the world, in the same lobby, for the first time.Watch the highlights →

Lobby Stress Test: our first full-lobby playtest

The server, the matchmaking lobby and the full match flow, tested with real players.

Now

Every match counts

Every match you play on our servers goes on your record, with full stats on your player profile.

Quick answers

Before you ask

When can I play?

Anyone can download VHL for Windows from this website: the launcher installs the game and keeps it up to date. Playing it needs a key while VHL is in development. Sign up for the playtests and join our Discord, where we announce every session.

What platforms will VHL be on?

VHL is launching on PC. Console versions are a long-term goal, with mobile considered after that.

Does VHL support controllers?

VHL currently supports keyboard and mouse. Controller support is not available yet.

What regions will have servers?

Initial alpha playtests will run on European servers. Additional regions will be announced as testing expands.

Can I play goalie permanently?

Yes. Roles are queueable, so you can queue as a goalie and play goalie. Whatever position you pick, you control it for the entire match.

All questions →

See you on the ice

Sign up, join the Discord, and play the next session with us.

Sign up for playtestsJoin the Discord

Signing up does not guarantee a place in every session. We invite players by region and availability. You can ask us to remove your details at any time, see the privacy policy.