StarCraft II beta sign-up has finally opened for business, allowing people to register for the chance to help trial their new sci-fi opus.

"The II beta-test period is coming in the months ahead! If you'd like a chance to participate, now's the time to let us know," enthuses the official site.

You'll need to submit your PC's specifications when you opt-in, and you can get involved via your Battle.net profile page.

The test will kick off in the US, we hear, although we're not sure when exactly.

By Luke Guttridge