Square Enix is pleased to announce the kickoff of the FINAL FANTASY XIV Beta Test. Beginning December 16th, visitors to the game’s official website may apply to participate in one of the planned Beta phases. By taking part, applicants will be one step closer to obtaining a sneak peek at one of the most highly anticipated releases of 2010, and the unknown realm of Eorzea.

FINAL FANTASY XIV is planned for simultaneous global release in 2010 on both the PlayStation 3 and PC (for Windows) platforms, with language support in Japanese, English, French and German.