Microsoft has announced that the open beta test for the real-time strategy game Halo Wars 2 is now available. During the beta test players can try out the game on PC and Xbox One.
In the open beta for the game players are able to test the game's new Blitz game mode. In the new game mode players have to make strategic decisions on when to deploy units by pressing unit deploy cards.
The progression made in the open beta will not be carried over to the full retail release when the game launches next February, but players are able to earn card packs by playing during the open beta test.
Halo Wars 2 launches on February 21st 2017 for PC and Xbox One. The open beta test is available for both PC and Xbox One until January 30th 2017.