MechWarrior Online has headed into closed beta as Piranha Games announces two Founder’s Packages which will gain MechWarrior fans exclusive assets on top of early game access.

First, to sign up for the closed beta, simply visit the official website and click “Register Now.” Piranha Games has already begun handing out invitiations.

Along with the announcement of the closed beta, Piranha Games details two unique Founder’s Packages that MechWarrior fans will have the opportunity to purchase on July 19th. Assets and early game access will be available starting July 17th. Below are details of both the ELITE and VETERAN Founder’s Packages:

$60 ELITE Founder’s Package Includes:

• Exclusive custom “Founder’s BattleMech.” This ‘Mech includes a lifetime, per-match C-Bill booster.
• $80 value of in-game currency* for in-game item purchases.
• Two-month premium account to MechWarrior Online at launch: Earn XP & C-Bills faster.
• Founder’s Tag – sets your status apart from the crowd & get noticed in-game and on the forums.
• Early access to the game along with Founder’s assets availability starts July 17th.

$30 VETERAN Founder’s Package Includes:

• $40 value of in-game currency* for in-game item purchases.
• One-month premium account to MechWarrior Online at launch: Earn XP & C-Bills faster.
• Founder’s Tag – sets your status apart from the crowd & get noticed in-game and on the forums.
• Early access to the game along with Founder’s assets availability starts July 17th.