If you like martial arts, Hero Online just might deserve to be your MMORPG of choice. The game's Open Beta phase launched on June 30, giving interested players the opportunity to test Hero Online free of charge. Now, a day before the closing of the Open Beta, to further spark your interest, developer Netgame has released these fine screenshots.

It may not look like much, but the choice of a combat system rooted in martial arts and ancient Chinese culture makes for an unique experience. Netgame has recruited popular martial arts novelists to design the storyline of Hero Online.

Reception on Hero Online's has been very good, and it's only a matter of time until Netgame has fleshed out and polished the full game. Until then, enjoy the new screens.