The eagerly-anticipated multiplayer demo for Crysis 2 PC will arrive on March 1, EA revealed today. Like the timed 360 demo before it, players will get a sampling of two maps — the rooftop-laden Skyline and Pier 17, an open environment with limited cover opportunities.

Additionally, players can duke it out and come to grips with their Nanosuit powers across two gameplay modes: Team Instant Action and Crash Site. The first is a team-based mode in which players win by eliminating as many opponents as possible. The latter sees players battle for control of alien drop pods, earning points by guarding their pods and keeping enemies at bay.

Slated to hit retailers on March 22, the full game features six multiplayer gameplay modes and 12 maps.

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