Pirates of Black Cove Developer Diary and Closed Beta Signups

When you’re finished taking in this new Pirates of Black Cove developer diary written by lead designer Markku Pitkänen and producer Brendon Neuwerth on GameZone, you may want to head over to Paradox’s signup page for a chance to participate in the RTS/RPG’s upcoming closed beta. The announcement:

Closed Beta for Pirates of Black Cove – Sign up today!

NEW YORK March 21st, 2011   Paradox Interactive and  Nitro Games have today announced details on how to sign up for the limited Closed Beta for their upcoming RTS/RPG Pirates of Black Cove. So prepare for the 16th century, the golden era of pirates! This is your chance to conquer the Caribbean, because Pirates of Black Cove challenge you to roam the open world with your pirate crew. Notoriety and pirate fame bring you closer to your goal to be the King of All Pirates.

But no booty without the duty! 

Sign up for the Pirates of Black Cove Closed Beta now at:
http://beta.paradoxplaza.com/

Avast! Sign up before midday on Thursday, 31th of March!

If you  are selected for a place in the Closed Beta, you will receive a confirmation e-mail before the 7th of April.
  
Features:
– Roam the open World with your Pirate crew and pick up missions as you sail the seas.
– Battle it out with the forces of Black Cove and other colonial  nations on both land and sea
– Gather infamous pirates to your crew, but be sure to keep them happy or they’ll side with your rivals
– Select  your character from several different Pirate Captains, each with their own unique skills and features
– Varied units and weapons allows You to carry out the battles as You see fit

Shiver me timbers! Pirates of Black Cove is set to launch in Q2 2011.