The beta will include competitive multiplayer and skirmish gameplay and will give players access to six maps for 1v1 up to 4v4 gameplay. If you like to fly solo, you can do so or play with some buddies against the AI. The first 40 levels of progression are also going to be available to everyone in the beta.
So, how do you gain access to this beta? Pre-order the game. Yeah, it's really that simple.
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