Nexon America has announced the early access beta for Dungeon Fighter Online will begin on Sept. 15. The beat 'em up arcade-style RPG is scheduled to launch in North America later this year, and any characters created during the early access beta will be retained by players to use in the live version. If you plan on playing this game, you may want to take this opportunity to get a head start on your character.

So how do you get into the early access beta? Well, GameSpot is giving away 50,000 keys, and more should be available at 1UP.com starting today. Players who participated in the closed beta have been given five keys each to distribute, so you can ask them for keys as well.

More information on registering for the early access beta can be found here. Keep reading after the jump for the full announcement.

Gamers eager to jump into Nexon America’s upcoming action-adventure title, Dungeon Fighter Online, get their first chance with the game’s early access beta which launches on September 15. Characters created during early access will be retained throughout all following beta tests and into launch of the game later this year, allowing for players to build their characters first.

Players who participated in the closed beta test this summer will have the opportunity to redeem their in-game prize with the Trailblazer title, which can be equipped and boost a character’s stats.

Nexon America distributed exclusive beta keys last week at Penny Arcade Expo. Nexon has sent additional beta keys to several popular gaming Web sites, including GameSpot.com, allowing players everywhere a chance to get in on this exciting game. Dungeon Fighter Online pairs classic arcade-style action game play with an immersive RPG fantasy world and brings both online for one incredible free-to-play experience.

Those who acquire a beta key for early access to Dungeon Fighter Online will be among the first in North America to venture into the mystical world of Arad, a peaceful land beset on all sides by the forces of darkness. To beat back the sinister tide, players choose to be one of five character classes – Fighter, Gunner, Mage, Priest or Slayer – each with its own abilities and devastating attack combinations. From there, it’s off on a fantastic journey through Arad’s towns and villages, where a colorful ensemble of quirky characters send players on increasingly perilous quests. Along the way, players can fully customize themselves with weapons, armor and, of course, the most killer threads. Playing online further enhances the experience, as players can chat and message with friends, trade and auction items, form parties to tackle dungeons as a team, and much, much more.

For more information on the game and how to apply for the early access beta, gamers should visit http://dungeonfighter.nexon.net.