Fans of "Halo" are in for a treat on bank holiday May 3rd, as the beta version of the latest instalment- "Reach"-'s multi-player will launch in the early hours of the Monday morning, allowing players to get a glimpse into the new graphical engine and heartbreaking tale of the planet Reach before the full game's release this September. The beta will include four maps and four game modes, with Invasion rumoured to be the most diverse and unique, acting as the "Gold Rush" mode from "Battlefield: Bad Company 2" where up to 6 players control Spartans and up to 6 control Elites in an all-out war of infantry and vehicles, with more weapons and transport opening up to gamers as the Elites take more command points. There will be no cost to access the beta, but unless you were there on Bungie's final day of "Halo 2"'s Xbox Live, then you will require a copy of the mediocre (but fun) "Halo 3: ODST) to download the package. From what this writer has seen via YouTube videos and online previews, the beta is shaping up to be a worthwhile download for fans and naysayers alike, and will offer hours upon hours of thrills, while helping Bungie to find their multi-player's weaknesses and iron these flaws out before the autumn release date. Get on Xbox Live next week, then, to download the "Halo: Reach" beta, and I'll see you there!
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