Not only will players fight to advance to the front-lines in battles against one another online, they’ll also conquer nations in Battleline: Steel Warfare’s meta-gameplay encompassing entire continents.

Strategy is key in Battleline: Steel Warfare, and each victory contributes to a team’s dominance in the international theater of war. The title is named after the main mode in the game where teams push a visible battleline back and forth as they take objectives and maneuver on the battlefield.  Advancing the battleline by overrunning your enemy’s positions is the way to win the battle!  Players can build Divisions (guilds) with other players to use the combined strength of their tanks to strategically outmaneuver, take down enemy forces and conquer nations. However, be warned that rebellion is possible!

With the sheer variety of tanks from the modern era all the way back to WWI, tank maniacs can finally figure out how many T34s it would take to bring down an M1A1.  Or match up Western vs. Soviet forces in the ultimate tank showdown.  The possibilities are endless!

Players can customize their tanks by leveling up each tank’s attributes and equipping different shells or gear for various effects. Building and capturing bases within conquered territory will also greatly affect the battle, offering gameplay bonuses to allies. Commanders can also equip various consumable items to be used in the heat of battle.

Calling all commanders! The Battleline: Steel Warfare Second Beta starts Tuesday, December 9th, at 9:00AM Pacific Standard Time.

Over the course of the beta Namco Bandai will be releasing new tanks into the game.

Fans interested in participating in the Battleline: Steel Warfare beta can sign up now.