We got the lowdown on how to join the UaW beta.

Sega has announced the details to the close public beta test for Universe at War. Read on below to learn what to expect.

What is it: The Universe at War Beta is a closed public beta test of the near-final code for the game. It gives fans, community, press the opportunity to play the game in multiplayer mode.

When do signups begin: Signups officially begin on July 23.

When will signups end: Signups will end August 15.

Where can players sign up: Gamers can sign up at the official website,

http://www.sega.com/gamesite/universeatwar/

Who can join: Anyone can apply to join the beta by signing up at the official signup page at http://www.sega.com/gamesite/universeatwar/. SEGA is taking the first 8,000 gamers that sign up on the official signup pages.

How are beta testers selected: The first 8000 people that sign up will be given spots in the beta. After signups end, the first 8,000 will be notified by email invitation that they have been chosen to participate in the beta.

How will invitees join the beta: Beta invitees will be sent an email with a unique code, instructions on where to download the client, instructions on how to install and play the game, and instructions on how to provide feedback. Beta recruits will also be asked to create a Sega.com account to receive exclusive Universe at War content when the game launches.

Beta test purpose: The purpose of the beta test is twofold: 1) as a development tool to playtest and balance the game, and 2) as a way to get gamers and RTS fans excited about Universe at War: Earth Assault.

What is the official start date of the beta: The beta starts on August 17. That is when those beta recruits selected can connect to the beta servers and begin playing the game.

When does the beta end: The beta ends on September 16. Beta testers will have their copies of the game timed out so that it is no longer playable after 30 days.

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