Far Cry 3 Multiplayer Beta Announced

By Matthew Bennett, Associate Editor
Posted on May 18, 2012 AT 06:57am

Ubisoft has announced that a closed beta for Far Cry 3′s multiplayer will begin this Summer on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.

It will run for two weeks, offering 16-player matches, six classes and multiple maps and modes. An official start date has yet to be announced. U.S. gamers who purchase Ghost Recon: Future Soldier from GameStop are guaranteed access. You can also register on Far Cry 3′s official Facebook page for a chance of winning one of 500 keys.

Ubisoft has promised that more methods of gaining keys will be revealed before the beta begins. Everybody loves a beta test as it gives fans a chance to try a game before launch. Most major multiplayer games have a beta test at some point to ensure that there’s no issues at launch, since one major bug could end any hopes of success.

Are you interested in taking part in the beta?

Matthew Bennett has only been covering the gaming world for a short while, but he’s eager to make his mark. An ability to go many hours without sleep and a quick wit make him ideal for his role as associate editor at EGMNOW.com. He often thinks back to the days when the very idea of this career seemed like nothing but an impossible dream. Follow him on Twitter @mattyjb89. Meet the rest of the crew.

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