RIFT's fifth beta is extended into the weekend

RIFT fans who found they spent too much time gawking over today's awesome new RIFT cinematic to actually log in can rejoice: Trion has announced that the fifth phase of beta, originally planned for January 25th to the 28th, will now be extended another day. Players can look forward to playing all night Friday until the servers boot them at 10:00 a.m. PST Saturday morning.

What's the reason for the extension? "We are having so much fun with you in Telara," says RIFT's official Facebook page.

For those new to RIFT or to its current beta phase, Massively's prepared a list of highlights you should check out in the game before the curtain falls on Saturday. And don't forget the current patch notes!