Electronic Arts studio Phenomic today announced that an open beta for its upcoming real-time strategy / trading card game BattleForge will start November 7.

People interested in testing sign up at BattleForgeCardHunt.com, with North Americans guaranteed entry if they have the game pre-ordered.

Shipping early 2009 for PC, BattleForge uses virtual trading cards representing units, buildings and spells that can be used during singleplayer or online multiplayer -- including co-op -- matches.