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   When we learned that Vanguard was entering a new beta testing phase at the end of 2006, I never expected the final version to be ready to go live so soon, especially considering that there was supposedly going to be at least one additional beta phase before launch. Just how soon are we talking about? Well, shortly put, January 30. That, according to today's press-release issued by Sony Online Entertainment and Sigil Games.

   But even though the official launch date for Vanguard: Saga of Heroes in North America and Europe is January 30, players will be able to access the live servers up to three days earlier, as long as they purchase the game earlier (sort of like Gears of War's "Emergence Day", which actually came a few days after its retail debut). By pre-ordering Vanguard - either online or at retail - players will obtain an invitation to enter the (final?) live beta, and they will also receive "an exclusive in-game scroll that will allow their character to sprint for longer periods of time due to an endurance buff (one per account)". Fascinating.
"Currently in beta, Vanguard: Saga of Heroes features vibrant environments reminiscent of oil paintings, a robust character customization tool and three distinct spheres of advancement in a seamless world without zoning or instancing. The immersive fantasy world is comprised of three massive, uniquely-themed continents for players to discover new creatures, new items and unlimited adventure. Players have complete freedom to roam the world whether flying dragons to islands in the sky or riding swift steeds to exotic lands."    So there you are... two weeks after The Burning Crusade, Sigil and SOE will boldly release their MMORPG, for a suggested retail price of $49.99. A limited edition is also available, for a suggested retail price of $89.99.