Players can now pre-order both digital and physical copies of the game. Pre-order perks include entrance into all remaining closed beta events and the ability to get a head start on Feb. 24!

Trion Worlds just announced that Rift is scheduled to launch on March 1 in North America and March 4 in Europe. Beginning today, players can also pre-order both digital and physical copies of the game.

Players who pre-order the game get access to all sorts of perks. Not only will they get the in-game items that were previously announced, but they'll be eligible to participate in the head start period that is anticipated to begin on Feb. 24, as well as gain access to all remaining closed beta events.

As far as pricing is concerned, the Standard Edition costs $49.99, the Digital Collector’s Edition costs $59.99 and the Retail Collectors Edition costs $79.99. The standard monthly subscription rate for the game will be $14.99, but Trion is offering a limited time "Founder's Pricing" that will allow you to lock in a rate of $14.95 per month, $11.99/month for three months, or $9.99/month for six months. To take advantage of these offers, you'll need to pick a plan by March 15.

Lastly, check out the box art for the Standard Edition and the Collector's Edition after the jump!

Standard Edition

Collector's Edition