Far Cry 3 Multiplayer Beta Detailed

Running for two weeks later this summer for the Xbox 360 and PS3, the multiplayer Beta for Far Cry 3 will be available to play if you manage to secure one of those ever elusive Codes!

In America, by purchasing Ghost Recon: Future Soldier from GameStop on launch (in addition to being part of their PowerUp Rewards Program) you’ll receive an invitation code you can redeem at http://www.gamestop.com/code. Head there on Ghost Recon launch day to validate your code for either the Xbox 360 or PS3. When the Beta does go live, you’ll receive the download code directly to your inbox.

This isn’t the only option however, since as per usual Facebook will be getting in on the game, offering up five-hundred Beta keys over at http://www.farcrygame.com/sweeps. Other options will also be available later through Ubi.com, farcrygame.com, along with partner social channels and community and media websites.

In the multiplayer beta, up to sixteen simultaneous players per match will have the opportunity to choose from six playable classes and will able to experience online action within multiple maps and modes – including the innovative Firestorm mode. Dozens of weapons with hundreds of upgrades and customizations will also be available. Gameplay includes teamplay-focused experiences with support points and weapons, as well as the ability for all classes to revive fallen teammates.  Zip-lining, combat sliding, psyche gas and barrel bombs are just some of the gameplay elements that can be experienced when playing.

Far Cry 3 is due for release in North American on the 4th September 2012, following on the 7th September in Europe.