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  "schema_version": 1,
  "slug": "wardogs-beta",
  "title": "Wardogs BETA",
  "canonical_url": "https://signalmeaning.com/signals/wardogs-beta/",
  "json_url": "https://signalmeaning.com/data/signals/wardogs-beta.json",
  "summary": "Video game closed beta playtest and large player counts driving interest in release/early access",
  "why_now": "The beta ended and early access began with measurable peak players and Twitch drop mechanics, creating a narrow window where players search for access and content creators can publish first-look materials.",
  "evidence_summary": "- Closed beta playtest end date and join instructions coverage (games.gg) - Report that Wardogs Beta ended with 245K players and early access start (Tech Times) - Closed beta schedule and Twitch drops coverage (IGN)",
  "caveat": "Signal Type: Streaming / Franchise Entertainment Signal",
  "collected_at": "Sun, 6 Sep 2026 01:20:00 -0700",
  "signal_type": "Streaming / Franchise Entertainment Signal",
  "score": 75.0,
  "score_field": "adjusted_score",
  "state": "PUBLISH",
  "evidence": [
    "WARDOGS Closed Beta Playtest End Date & How to Join - games.gg"
  ],
  "sources": [
    {
      "label": "WARDOGS Closed Beta Playtest End Date & How to Join - games.gg",
      "source": "games.gg",
      "url": "https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiekFVX3lxTE5FaXFOZnRhVm9NRXk2d3NXWDdONUFGR2ZTbzc2aDU2dTJXaGtBSU9mSU1GcTJQbDNWcDFpbDBDaFp4WGRsWGZPY0RXZlpzVWRXX1VzRlJSVHFIdHNDSzBlSmJWakJaRXZ5QkhUQ19oT0szeUh0aXVFZHJ3?oc=5"
    }
  ],
  "provenance": {
    "record_id": "202609061903_signal_Quality-5-wardogs-beta",
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