Obsidian Entertainment announces plans for the first Early Access test for Armored Warfare, saying this will run from May 27th to June 3rd in their upcoming multiplayer tank combat game. They will be awarding access between now and then to some through the game's website, or you can guarantee participation through the purchase of a Founder's Pack, which range from USD $14.99 to $69.99. They also say that a series of Early Access tests will be eventually followed by an open beta. Here's an Early Access trailer, and here are more details:

The first Early Access test will feature PvP battles across 4 maps with uniquely different climate zones and settings: from port area in desert sands to a snow-covered town. Players will be able to test 38 modern vehicles from 6 tiers covering all 5 types of vehicle classes in the game, including: main battle tanks, AFV’s, light tanks, tank destroyers and artillery.