Sega and Creative Assembly have released the open beta for Total War: Arena.

The series first online-competitive multiplayer game’s soft launch comes five years after it was originally announced. Featured above, you can view a new trailer introducing the newly added faction – Carthage, and their led by none other than General Hannibal Barca and his brother Hasdrubal.

Fans can expect the game to feature ten-on-ten strategic online battles, all with various factions and their renowned military commanders. Currently the game offers Greek, Roman, Barbarian, and now Carthaginian factions and their respective leaders.

Total War: Arena’s open beta is now available to download and play for free now over on its official website.