Acclaim Games today announced the launch of the online game DANCE! Online, a free-to-play multiplayer online dancing game. DANCE! Online will feature top talent and master recordings from Warner Music Group, making it the first free multiplayer online dance game to feature major label content and artists. With the start of “Open Beta” testing this week, thousands of U.S. PC users will have the opportunity to dance virtually to songs from select WMG artists.

In another video game industry first, Atlantic Records recording artist Cupid, with his hit single “Cupid Shuffle,” will make a personal virtual appearance in the game. Other artist-related announcements will follow where the artists will create their own avatar and play the game live online and chat with fans. The game will feature the artists’ latest music and personalized virtual items including artist-branded clothing, accessories and more. Players can compete to win autographed merchandise and other artist-branded products.

DANCE! Online is directed by video game industry veteran David Perry. The game is in Beta testing beginning this week, which means that anyone who registers for an account can immediately play for free. For more information, visit www.acclaim.com .