The Guild Wars 2 website announces a free trial for Guild Wars 2 gets underway on Thursday (thanks Paul). Here's word on how you can access the MMORPG sequel for free for a week:

For a limited time, play Guild Wars 2 for free and experience why Guild Wars 2 is the fastest selling MMO in history!*

The free trial begins at 12 a.m. PDT September 25, 2014 and ends at 11:59 p.m. PDT October 1, 2014.

We’ve opened up free trial account registration, so you can create an account now, download the game, and get ready to explore the world of Tyria on September 25!

If you participated in an earlier Guild Wars 2 free trial, you’re invited and your existing account will work for this trial too. Download the game now!

Have a question about the Guild Wars 2 free trial? Visit our Support Site.

*Based on initial 9 months physical and digital unit sales against PC pay-to-play games including North America, Europe, and Australasia. Source – DFC Intelligence