Gamers wanting to jump the gun on Tabula Rasa will be able to pre-order as of this Friday, the 10th, for the boxed game that’s out on the 31st of August.

To encourage fans to get the boxed set, the game will offer pre-order specials of in-game items, such as exclusive character emotes, exclusive in-game pets, access to the beta test, and a DVD with the game client, bonus wallpapers and art, and a 3-day head start on the live service when the product launches this autumn.

Customers wanting to pre-order the bonus pack can do so at retailers or online at PlayNC.com.

The game is from Richard Garriott, best known for creating the Ultima series, and Tabula Rasa, which is one of the most anticipated PC titles of the year, is set in an epic science-fiction story where players will be challenged by dynamic and fast-paced adventures on unique alien worlds.

“There is an amazing amount of anticipation for Tabula Rasa’s launch within our development team and the player community”, said Richard Garriott, executive producer.

“The player feedback at this point has been extremely helpful and we’re putting the final touches on the game. This pre-order release truly marks the final stages in developing this epic adventure, and since owning the pre-order allows players beta access, it is a great way to try Tabula Rasa out before we launch the game.”