A Tale in the Desert 3 Beta

The latest version of A Tale in the Desert has gone into beta testing. This unique game has no combat; the objective is to build cities and leave your mark on civilization. They're starting with a small group of experienced players, but a larger test lasting 3 weeks is planned after that. Apparently they want to return to the faster pace of the first Tale in the Desert. "A Tale in the Desert II attempted to enforce a more moderate pace. Though some people felt they couldn't keep up, just as many left due to wanting to play faster.... I don't think it's possible for a Tale to be slow and fast at the same time, and I think the faster pace was more fun. So, the plan for ATITD 3 is fast paced." (Thanks Blue's News.)