Asheron’s Call Beta in Computer Games’ CD Sampler

Asheron’s Call Beta in Computer Games’ CD Sampler is the word today, and that means Asheron’s Call is moving from wish-list chatter into something players can actually touch.

Microsoft’s MSN Gaming Zone is expecting thousands of fans to flood their servers beginning next week, when the November issue of Computer Games magazine hits newsstands with the exclusive beta version of Asheron’s Call enclosed. After purchasing the magazine and installing the beta disc included on Computer Games’ CD sampler, gamers will be able to play the massively multiplayer role playing game for free for a limited time. The November issue is expected to appear at newsstands beginning in early October, and this unique beta program will run for the weeks prior to Asheron’s Call commercial release later this holiday season.

For players watching the fall release calendar, this is one more box fighting for desk time before the holiday crush hits.