Codemasters has announced that ArchLord, a fantasy-based MMORPG, has entered its first public beta test. This new MMORPG puts an additional spin on the genre, with the ability of individual players to become the game's supreme world ruler for one month at a time. This designation allows the player to gain control of the world and wreak havoc while he or she is designated the ArchLord of the game for the month. The game features eight classes to choose from, including Human Archers, Knights and Mages, as well as Orc Berserkers, Hunters and Shaman and Moon Elf Spiritualists and Elementalists.

“This stage of the beta test gives the first wave of North America and European gamers access to the entire game. Testers will be able to create their own Human, Orc or Moon Elf character before entering the game world of Chantra and embarking on fantastic quests. A series of specific events and competitions will also be featured throughout the course of the beta test.”

For even this first beta, the ArchLord himself is rumored to make an appearance.

The sign-up for this beta test occurred back in May, but players who wish to sign up for the later beta tests can do so now at www.archlordgame.com/beta, and anyone who pre-orders the game is also guaranteed a slot in the upcoming tests.

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