[Amobius]

Courtesy of Dukault for digging this up

Greetings residents of San Paro!

In the continuing spirit of open communication, we wanted to let you all know about our imminent plans for a Buddy Key program.


THE BASICS

Participation allows you to invite a friend to temporarily join you on the streets of San Paro, for free. If they end up buying APB: All Points Bulletin we will give you 400 Realtime Worlds Points – equivalent to 30 days unlimited Gametime! The Points will get credited directly to the referrer’s account, with a minimum turnaround of 48 hours.

We will shortly be launching the first phase, which is open to anyone who has purchased additional Gametime. If you have paid for any amount of unlimited access (30/60/120 days) or 20 extra hours, expect an e-mail to arrive shortly (and don’t forget to check your Spam folder just in case).

And yes, this does mean that anyone buying Gametime DURING the first phase, right up until it ends, will also get a mail including a Buddy Key. But make sure your friend redeems it before the deadline of midnight GMT / 7pm EST on Sunday 8th August, or they’ll miss their chance!

In your e-mail will be a special key with instructions for redemption. Forward this e-mail to a friend, and he or she will be able to register for a free account, linked to yours, which gets 7 hours of Action District Gametime that can be used over a 5 day period. This is counted from the moment they redeem their Buddy Key. It’s a great chance for them to get a taste of San Paro’s fast-paced action!


THE NITTY GRITTY

During or after the trial period, your buddy can choose to purchase a retail copy of APB from the Store or other available channels, apply that retail key, and upgrade their account - meaning he or she gets to keep their character’s customization, progression, and all associated information, including remaining Gametime. As a bonus, if they convert to a retail account we will give you 400 RTW Points!

However, please note that a Buddy Key can only be used to create a new account, and cannot be applied to an existing account (including Closed Beta and Key to the City). A Buddy account cannot redeem any other type of product key (such as Points or Rewards) until they have upgraded to a full retail account. This offer is currently only open in North America and Europe.

Also note that participation in this initial phase will be tracked so that as we expand the Buddy program with additional benefits, those already participating will also reap the rewards.

Please look for more news about later phases of this program in the coming weeks.

See you on the streets of San Paro!

The APB Team

Just reposted to get this more visible.  So far Lee responded.  Sign up and we can make sure everyone that wants an invite can get one.

[Deekz]

I wouldn't mind trying it out. It seems pretty cool. Can anyone hook me up?

[-Abs0lut3^]

I wouldn't mind trying it out. It seems pretty cool. Can anyone hook me up?

They haven't officially launched the buddy system yet. But, as soon as they do, we'll hook you up.

[Deekz]

Appreciate it.

[Dukault]

Okay for all those interested, the Buddy Program is now up and running. All we need is an active email address that you would like the invitation sent to.

[b4nth4f3tt]

Okay for all those interested, the Buddy Program is now up and running. All we need is an active email address that you would like the invitation sent to.

fixed.

[Dukault]

<3 Bantha  You want key?

[-Abs0lut3^]

Did you get an e-mail or something? Or is it up on the site somewheres? I can't find it.

[Dukault]

E-mail from support@apb.com

APB Buddy Program
- Your chance for 400 Free RTW Points! -
 
Congratulations!
 
As someone who has shown their commitment to APB: All Points Bulletin by purchasing additional Gametime, we at Realtime Worlds wanted to thank you by giving you the chance to be one of the first participants in a brand new program!

As you probably already know, APB is even more fun when played with friends. By clicking the link below, you can invite up to five friends to join you on the mean streets of San Paro for a full 7 hours of Action District Gametime, absolutely free!

Better still, if they go on to buy the game, we'll reward you with 400 Realtime Worlds Points per Buddy who upgrades!
 
Go here to start referring!
 
By participating in this program your Buddies will also have unlimited access to the Social District until their trial period ends, which is 5 days from the moment they redeem their Buddy Key.

At any time during or after their trial they can purchase a copy of APB from our Store or other outlet. If they do so, they will keep all progress they made during the trial, and we will credit you with 400 Realtime Worlds Points per Buddy who upgrades. That's enough for 30 days of unlimited Action District Gametime!

To qualify for the Points, both you and your Buddy must maintain active accounts, in good standing, for 30 days. The Points will be credited directly to your account after approximately 30 days.

We look forward to seeing you, and your friends, in San Paro very soon!

The APB Team

[RangerLee]

I sent me already.

[Dukault]

Huh? What?

Do you still need a key? If so, post your e-mail addy and someone will send you one.

[Deekz]

I would like a buddy invite.

Send it to:

captainkraft@hotmail.com

Thanks

[RangerLee]

I PM'd my email a few days ago. Would rather not post it public.

[Dukault]

Buddy Key deadline extended!

Thanks to popular demand, we have decided to extend the deadline for redeeming your Buddy Keys! It's now Sunday 15th August, giving you an extra week to get your Buddy Key and use it to create a trial account.

Remember, you will still get your full 7 hours/5 days no matter when you redeem your key, as long as it's before this new date.

Thanks

If anyone is still interested, shoot me a PM with your preferred email address to have the referral sent over (have 3 left).

[Amobius]

Did everyone that posted so far get their buddy invite?

[RangerLee]

I just received mine today, two actually from the same person, the first invite had no code attached, the second did, both stated they expired on the 7th. Will give it a try, unfortunately it is only good for 7 hours, do not see the point in a 7 hour try, seems tough to gauge a MMO styled game in that time, but I will give it a shot.

[Amobius]

7 hours is actually plenty for this game.  It is very much what you make it.  If you choose to spend your 7 hours soloing it will probably suck.  However 7 hours with a 'bats premade could be the best 7 hours you have.

[Dukault]

Will make new character to have appropriate Threat Level while you feel out. 

Camping this weekend, but will be available next week. (Key must be activated by the 15th [Sunday] and then is good for 5 days/7 hours of Action District time)