Ever since the announcement that the popular ArmA 2 mod DayZ was getting a standalone release, originally planned for December 2012, there have been further delays, oh and even more delays. However that could be set to change very shortly as it has appeared on the Steam database registry which isn't much to go on because of several delays, but the guys over at Joystiq actually asked Dean Hall about this entry and the progress, and amazingly, they received this response:

"Amazing how quickly the internet picks up on things isn't it. All I can say is that progress has been very good, we're a mix of nervous and excited. And as I'd stated on my twitter when I announced my break from social media/updates, we are on the final lap. Part of the final process involves the actual administration of the release, which is actually surprisingly complex and time-consuming. So, to confirm, there is no release date announcement and we're 100 percent focused on getting the alpha out the door."

You know, we could start taking bets on if there'll be any further delays before the Alpha is released to the public, likelihood of someone keeping a tab on that happening right now is likely, especially if it's in the bookie's favour. Anyone want to place bets on a month or date it might get a release? Type it below.