I believe the requirements for becoming a beta tester have not changed a bit... but they aren't steep at all, imho
Just have a mail to JCL and describe what you've done with 3dgs so far, what you're capable of etc. and chances are pretty good he'll "let you in" - if he doesn't, well... asking never does any harm, does it?

Formerly known as The Matrix - ICQ 170408644 I've been here for much longer than most people think. So where's my "Expert" status?