Bohemia Interactive launches Arma 3 Beta

Supporting the development of its upcoming tactical military shooter Arma 3, Bohemia Interactive has today released the anticipated Arma 3 Beta.

The Arma 3 Beta expands the game’s diversity by focusing upon heavy firepower and military logistics. Combined with the playable content from the Arma 3 Alpha, the complete package features the 20 km² island of Stratis, 20 weapons, 18 vehicles, 3 factions, 8 showcase missions, 4 multiplayer scenarios, 4 challenges, the scenario editor and modding support.

Jay Crowe, Creative Director on Arma 3, added: “The Beta is a big opportunity for us to involve more players in Arma 3's development and is the next step along the road towards our full release. With a variety of new singleplayer and multiplayer scenarios and a whole bunch of new sandbox content, we're looking forward to introducing players to what true combined arms combat really means in Arma 3.”

Those who participated in the Arma 3 Alpha will gain access to the Arma 3 Beta by downloading the automatic update on Steam. Those who are new to Arma 3 can purchase the Arma 3 Beta (which includes the full retail game when released) from Steam or Store.bistudio.com.

Here you can choose between the regular Arma 3 Beta (£29.99/$44.99) or the Arma 3 Digital Deluxe Edition (£39.99/$59.99). Those who would like to sponsor development further, also have the option to purchase the Arma 3 Supporter Edition (£59.99/$91.99) from Store.bistudio.com. The price of each edition will increase upon launch of the full and final game.