Paradox Interactive have revealed details of the Crusader Kings II Closed Beta, if you want to be in with the chance to test the game before it is released in early 2012, you can request beta access until October 17th 2011.

From the development team that brought you such brilliant strategy titles such as Europa Universalis, Hearts of Iron and the Victoria series, comes Crusader Kings II; a deep strategy game ruled inherently by your iron fist, giving you to true choice to lead your subjects through fear, or respect and loyalty.

If you think you have what it takes to become a Crusader King sign up for the Closed Beta now.

If you are selected for a place you will be emailed by October 24th, so get your applications in! Also, if you haven’t participated in the chance to get your family name in the history books, Paradox Interactive are running a competition that you might just be interested in.