Thanks to data-miners and the eventual lifting of NDAs, we know exactly what the Alpha looked and felt like. Here are the biggest takeaways:

Early playtests included groups like the Outcasts (The Division), Echelon (Splinter Cell), and Wolves (Ghost Recon), each with unique abilities and "ultimates". 📉 Evolution & Closure

The developers were incredibly transparent during this phase. They released detailed "State of the Game" updates following Alpha sessions, outlining exactly what they changed based on player feedback.