Train2Game Blog readers may have seen last month’s post about FPS mech combat title Hawken accepting signups for a closed beta.

The Hawken trailer however, was a little dated, but now Adhesive Games have released a new video featuring more gameplay footage.  Watch it below right here on The Train2Game Blog.

Hawken is scheduled for release on 12^th December 2012, and will be free-to-play.  There aren’t details about when the closed beta will take place yet, but those interested in taking part can register to do so on the Hawken website.

Beta testing is an excellent way for Train2Game students, especially those on the Games QA Tester course to practice their bug hunting skills. Not only that, but in an interview with the Train2Game blog, Trion Worlds Senior QA Tester Karl Tars said that beta testing is potentially a way to get into the industry.

And in a recent interview with The Train2Game Blog, Brawl Busters developers Rock Hippo told us that beta testing is “crucial” to the game development process.

For more on beta testing, how it’s useful for Train2Game students, and opportunities to get involved with it, see the Train2Game blog.

So Train2Game, what are your thoughts on the new video? Will you be applying for a place in the closed beta?

Leave your comments here on The Train2Game Blog, or on the Train2Game forum.