The beta trial of the eagerly awaited Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception is launching this week, Sony has announced.
From October 5th 2011, subscribers to the PlayStation Plus service will be able to gain exclusive access to the trial version of the new PlayStation 3 adventure's competitive multiplayer mode.
Running through until the launch of the game itself in early November, the beta allows players to try out the improved online deathmatch experience of Drake's Deception, while getting a head start on building up their multiplayer stats.
Although the trial is initially open only to PlayStation Plus members, Sony will be looking to provide other gamers with information about how they can get involved later this month.
Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception is the latest instalment in Naughty Dog's acclaimed action-adventure series and sees hero Nathan Drake embarking on a dangerous desert expedition.
The game will include support for stereoscopic 3D visuals, while Drake will have a new array of moves and weapons at his disposal.