The wait is almost over for Call of Duty fans. Black Ops 6 is set to drop on October 25th, but you can get a taste of the action early with the upcoming beta. Here’s everything you need to know.
When is the Black Ops 6 Beta?
The Black Ops 6 beta spans two weekends, catering to both early access players and everyone else:
- Early Access: August 30th – September 4th (pre-order required)
- Open Beta: September 6th – September 9th (free to play for everyone)
How to Access the Beta
There are two ways to secure your spot in the beta:
- Pre-order the game: Pre-ordering Black Ops 6 from any retailer grants you early access to the beta. Digital pre-orders are the easiest option, as your account will automatically gain access. Physical pre-orders typically come with a beta code emailed by the retailer.
- Game Pass subscription: Active subscribers to Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass PC, or Game Pass Console automatically qualify for early access to the beta.
Don’t have a pre-order or Game Pass subscription? No worries! The open beta weekend allows anyone to join for free.
What Platforms Are Supported?
The Black Ops 6 beta welcomes players across all platforms the game will be released on:
- Xbox Series X/S
- Xbox One
- PlayStation 5
- PlayStation 4
- PC (Steam, Battle.net, Microsoft Store)
Heads up: Early access is only available for the platform you pre-ordered the game on. For instance, a pre-order for Xbox Series X won’t grant early access on PlayStation 5. However, the open beta allows play on any platform you choose.
Does Beta Progress Carry Over?
Unfortunately, your hard-earned progress in the beta won’t translate to the main game at launch. This aligns with the tradition of previous Call of Duty betas. Treyarch prioritizes a fresh start for all players, which also explains why weapon unlocks from MW3 and Warzone won’t be present in Black Ops 6.
However, there’s a chance you can earn exclusive cosmetic items, like a Calling Card, for participating in the beta, which you can likely use in the full game.
So, lock and load, soldiers! With the Black Ops 6 beta kicking off soon, it’s time to prepare for an explosive taste of the 2024 Call of Duty experience. See you on the battlefield!
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