Sony Online Entertainment has announced that the Vanguard: Saga of Heroes open beta will close Wednesday. In anticipation of the January 30th launch of the fantasy-themed MMORPG, the servers will be shut down, and all beta character profiles will be transferred to a test server. The test server will open after launch with timing to be determined.

For those who have pre-ordered Vanguard: Saga of Heroes, early access will be granted to the live servers before the official release date. More information regarding the early access will be released shortly.

Players can now pre-order Vanguard: Saga of Heroes digitally and at retail. Additionally, gamers that pre-order retail versions will receive an exclusive endurance buff scroll that will allow their character to sprint for longer periods of time (one per account).

For more information, visit vanguardsoh.com.

About Vanguard:

In the world of Telon, the adventurous can choose from multiple paths of exploration within the three spheres of advancement: Adventuring, Crafting, and Diplomacy. Players can delve into the mysteries of Telon, and embark upon quests to slay monstrous beasts locked deep inside rugged mountain ranges. Those with a quick mind can use diplomacy to convince kings to move armies and change the course of history. Features player-crafted boats, flying mounts, and customisable player housing.

For more information about Vanguard: Saga of Heroes please visit: and www.joinvanguard.com