Cryptic have announced over the weekend that the Star Trek Online open beta will be held between the 12th and 26th of January. Beta keys will be handed out on a first come, first serve basis until they run out.

Star Trek Online is an MMO adaptation of the sci-fi TV series. Players assume the role of either a Klingon or Federation starship captain. The game will be released here on the 5th of February.

The closed beta is still underway and is still accepting sign ups.