Executive Producer Kris Jones told Eurogamer that the Transformers Universe beta will begin "very soon" as Jagex gears up for a 2012 launch. He also provided more details on the upcoming browser game. Here are some of his most noteworthy points:

• They're not making a game based on any existing continuity. "We've been very clear that we want to take from all over the universe. That's why it's called Universe," Jones said.
• Vehicles will be "an integral part of combat" and transportation. Your choice of vehicle will be restricted by your choice of class. "But there will still be variety - if you pick one class you're not going to get stuck with one vehicle. And that's something we plan on building up over years," he said.
• The MMO will have an "adult" tone. It will be aimed at players who were Transformers fans in the '80s, but it will also be accessible to newcomers.

While we wait for more beta details, check out the latest Transformers Universe teaser trailer below.

Back in March, Jagex and Hasbro announced that they had joined forces to create a Transformers MMO. Today, they revealed the game's name: Transformers Universe.

Players can now head over to the Transformers Universe site to register for the newsletter to receive more information about the upcoming browser-based game. The site is sparse at this point, but the image hints that players will be able to choose between joining the Autobots and Decepticons in 2012.

Jagex will be unveiling more Transformers Universe details at BotCon this weekend. Fans who attend the official Transformers convention will get to meet members of the development team and watch exclusive video footage of how a character is developed in-game. They will also get to create their own character from in-game assets. According to the press release, "The ability to design and customize your own Transformers character will be a key feature in the game."

Autobots, transform and roll out! Jagex, the company behind RuneScape, and Hasbro announced today that they have joined forces to create a new Transformers online game. The press release is sparse on details; all we know is that the game is slated to launch in 2012 in North America, Latin America, Europe, New Zealand and Australia.

You can read the full announcement after the jump. What are your thoughts on a Transformers online game?