Ntreev USA (Pangya) has announced the launch of open beta service for the Korean-developed online action title Grand Chase, set to begin on January 31st. Grand Chase is free-to-play, and has seen some upgrades since the Korean version, including updates to the 3D graphics, fine tuning to the control mechanics, USB controller access and localization featuring English voice acting.

The game mechanics encourage players to team up to combat monsters, earn items and invest in the fantasy world. There's also player-versus-player individual and team combat.