Independent developer 3G Studios announced that it's working on Brave Arms (not to be confused with the PS3 project from Namco/Project Aces), a "social shooter" that will release exclusively on Facebook.

The shooter will allow players to create and customize avatars, then play against friends in 3D environments. They will also be able to earn points while playing, which they can spend at an in-game store. The developer invites gamers to visit its Facebook page and reserve their name for an upcoming public beta.

Based in Reno, NV and founded in 2006, 3G studios has released several titles on home consoles, handhelds, and iPhone. Some of its games include Jillian Michaels' Fitness Ultimatum 2009 for Wii, SWAT: Target Liberty for the PSP, and Zombeat and The Deep for iPhone.

"Our new title, Brave Arms, will bring First-Person Shooter games to the masses," says 3G Studios CEO James Kosta. "It's about fast-paced action and either competing against or forming teams with your friends. We want people to feel empowered and to share in a real video game experience."

You can see several screenshots for Brave Arms after the break.