Consider this story a "public service announcement." The Halo: Reach multiplayer beta kicks off in 4 days and the hype machine is set to maximum overdrive in Redmond. Microsoft today has unlocked some video features tucked away on the Halo 3: ODST disc featuring actress Aisha Tyler. Available starting today the video introduction to the beta starring the actress walks through all of the new game modes and offers "tips and insider hints" for each of the maps.

The Halo: Reach multiplayer beta will run from May 3 through May 19. The beta will be accessible via the Halo 3: ODST game disc (an Xbox LIVE Gold membership are required to play). If you are wonder what Taylor's connection is to the game (besides being a fan) you'll figure it out when the game ships later this year (Taylor did some voice work for the game).

If you haven't already, you can sign up for the beta at the game's [URL=http://www.bungie.net/Projects/Reach/default.aspx]official site[/URL]. On a related note, Bungie has launched an official "[URL=http://www.bungie.net/News/content.aspx?type=topnews&link=Welcome_to_the_Beta]Welcome to the Beta[/URL]" message on the game's official site complete with a beta guide to give you some important details to help you get started.

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