Those interested in checking out an early version of the latest Settlers game should head over to The Settlers website to register for closed beta testing of The Settlers - Kingdoms of Anteria. The news is accompanied by a new trailer where we can watch lead game designer Guido Schmidt demonstrate the game, offering more details. Here's word on the game and the testing:

The upcoming online PC game offers a persistent city building challenge with cooperative adventure gameplay and a comprehensive trading system within its community. To apply for the Closed Beta, please visit the official website: http://www.thesettlers.com.

In the Closed Beta players will be able to dive into the untamed lands of Anteria to experiment with gameplay mechanics including the persistent kingdom, the extensive trading system and the adventure gameplay, a new addition to The Settlers. The Closed Beta will serve as an opportunity for the studio to test in-game features and balance the game as needed.