Available now to those that purchased Qore Episode 3 or pre-ordered Resistance 2 from GameStop, the beta packs three locations, according to the PlayStation.Blog. A second wave of beta participants will gain access next week, with registration soon available via the soon-to-be-relaunched community site MyResistance.net.

Competitive Multiplayer
Skirmish, Core Control, Deathmatch and Team Deathmatch Modes
• Orick Map (60-, 40- and 20-player configurations)
• Chicago Map (40- and 20-player configurations)
• Sub Docks Map (Bay Area) (10-player configuration)
8-player Co-op
• Orick Map

Players will be able to gain experience up to level 10, allowing them to test out the game's unlockable items and character customization elements.

A PlayStation 3 exclusive, Resistance 2 arrives on November 4. For more, check out our recent hands-on preview of the game's single- and multiplayer modes along with our interview with creative director Ted Price.