@Zetskey This was never the intent. The developers weren't expecting these kind of server issues to happen. They've tried to fix the issues throughout Friday well into the night and then some more on Saturday. In the end however none of those fixes worked, so now they have no choice but to wait for the SpatialOS engineers to look into it on Monday. I don't know why the login message mentions the alpha 2 testers have access because right now the servers are down completely.
Due to ongoing issues the devs have decided to end the stress test early. Prometheus is going to write an update tomorrow. Right now they're waiting for the SpatialOS engineers to look into it. After the issues have been fixed, the devs will host another stress test. Hopefully before Christmas, but they can't make any promises.
@charlespayne The devs were unable to figure out what's the issue with the server so they're waiting for the SpatialOS engineers to look into it on Monday. That's why the servers are down for the time being. Once the issue has been resolved the devs are planning to host another stress test weekend, hopefully before Christmas.
@Rabit The devs are out of options and are waiting for the SpatialOS engineers to look into it on Monday. 
That's why they've decided there's no point in continuing the test at this point.
@WillDragon It's possible your issues are being caused by the server issues as a result of the stress test rather than the settings. Please try again after the issues have been resolved. If it's still an issue then, I'll ask Prometheus if there's a way to change settings outside of the game.
@Kiemas The fact that the server couldn't handle the load today is exactly why stress tests happen. This stress test has brought new issues to light so in a way, it was actually a success. 
I know it sucks for the players, but frankly anyone who has been part of a stress test before knows these things happen. The weekend isn't over yet, so don't give up hope just yet. 
The servers took a beating during the stress test, making it hard for many people to log in. The server is currently stable but with a login limit. You should be able to log in now assuming the server isn't full. The devs will continue their work on the server tomorrow.
@isgb The server got hammered by the stress test. I assume that's why it was difficult to log in. The server is up now and stable, however there's a login limit. You might be able to get in now.
@Yogdrael Likely caused by the performance issues as a result of the stress test. Please test it again after the issues have been fixed.
The servers are being hammered because of the stress test. It's not a bug, it's just a bunch of exhausted hamsters.
This is the first time the devs have stress tested the game so it's no surprise there are issues. The devs are working hard to fix it but it will take time to identify the issue(s).
@Astharoth Only Humans are playable at the moment, and many recipes haven't been implemented yet.
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just don't cant bought the game so id like to try it
I don't entirely understand what you're saying here. Did you buy the game? If so, those who've bought the legend tier on the shop or at least the Patron Kickstarter tier can access the game right now here.
If you didn't buy access, you might be obtain to obtain a key through this contest or maybe through a giveaway in the future.
@Rock92 Did you die due to starvation? In that case you'll respawn at your plot (or starting spawn if you have no plot).
@Xulu This happens when you're outside the house?
@stronghart Welcome. Fractured is still in development and the test phases are time-limited. You have plenty of time.
@Einhar Something like that hasn't been implemented yet but I've made a post to warn everyone of the downtime.
@Einhar That's probably because the servers are down right now. Try again tomorrow when they're back up.
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