Turbine just announced that the Lord of the Rings Online: Rise of Isengard beta program will launch on July 27! The beta is invite-only, and players who pre-purchase the expansion will get preferred access.

Rise of Isengard launches on September 27. It raises the level cap to 75 and features three new regions, including Dunland, the Gap of Rohan and Isengard. It also introduces a 24-player raid and a massive dragon boss named Draigoch.

In addition to getting preferred beta acess, players who pre-purchase the expansion will receive some immediate perks. Once you purchase the expansion, you'll immediately gain access to items such as mounts, a cloak, an in-game title and a 25% XP Boost for all characters on your account that will last up to level 65.