Want to sign up for The Secret World beta but don't like the thought of doing it through Facebook? Then you'd in luck, because Funcom just made it possible to register using only an e-mail address. Head over to the registration page to fill out the application and cross your fingers for a beta invite.

To be clear, you still need a Facebook account to participate in The Secret War event. The first phase of the event kicked off yesterday and requires you to choose one of three secret societies: Dragon, Templars and Illuminati. The upcoming second phase will ask you to recruit friends and climb the ranks of your society in an attempt to earn in-game items, achievements and guaranteed beta access. You can even win a trip to Funcom's studio and get your name featured in the game world!

Let's summarize: Using an e-mail address will only let you register for the beta. You'll need a Facebook account to participate in The Secret War for a shot at all those perks. Watch The Secret War trailer below for details on the three societies.