Slitherine announces that beta testing is now underway for Legions of Steel, the upcoming sci-fi strategy game based on the boardgame of the same name. Those who sign up through the Slitherine beta page have a chance of being selected, and here's word on what they can expect:

Thanks to 2 single-player solo campaigns, hotseat and skirmish modes, various multiplayer scenarios and a gameplay that both captures the essence of the original board game and introduces new features to adapt the game to modern standards, Legions of Steel is the digital adaptation that the fans of tactical sci-fi games were waiting for!

This captivating multiplatform tactical game is now ready to enter the beta phase on PC, iPad and Android Tablets. And we invite players to help us test it! By signing up for the beta, players will have a chance to be selected to be one of the lucky few who will be able experience Legions of Steel before release and help us with the final touches, ensuring a smooth release later this year.