Fishtank Interactive is pleased to announce that the third and final stage of international beta testing has begun for their upcoming 3D turn-based strategy game, "Etherlords," developed by Nival Interactive. Only the 50 most industrious testers from all over the world were selected to take part in the third stage of the beta testing at www.etherlords.com.

"50 testers that were selected for the third stage will perform several most important tasks," said Oleg Belaychook, the Quality Assurance Manager and Beta Test Supervisor for Etherlords. "They will test Etherlords duel multiplayer mode that has been just implemented into the game, and also carry out several special requests that will be crucial for bringing the game to perfection. Once again we'd like to thank the entire international Etherlords beta testing team for their hard work and devotion. They've done a tremendous job."

50 testers taking part in the third stage of the beta testing will be rewarded with the public version of the game and their names will also be included in the game's credits.

A visually stunning game supported by a compelling story and distinctive design, "Etherlords" features a unique combat system that innovatively melds the best of trading-card game play and strategic resource management. Four magical races battle for supremacy in a fantasy world full of extravagant detail and realism. Players can choose from over 300 spells, each with its own amazing effects.