Call of Duty Beta Dates Confirmed: Early Access Begins October 2nd, Open Beta Follows
Los Angeles, CA – Get ready, Call of Duty fans! Activision has officially announced the dates for the upcoming beta period, giving players a chance to jump into the action a month before the game’s November 14th launch on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, and Xbox One.
The beta will run for nearly a week, offering a valuable prospect to test the game’s multiplayer functionality and provide crucial feedback to developers ahead of release.
Here’s a breakdown of the key dates:
* Early Access Beta: Begins October 2nd at 10:00 AM PT for those who have pre-ordered the game. This includes pre-orders of the standard Edition, Cross-Gen Edition, Vault Edition, and all physical editions.
* Open Beta: Launches October 5th,granting access to all players.
* Beta End Date: The beta period concludes for all players on October 8th at 10:00 AM PT.
Who Gets Early Access?
Beyond pre-orders, Xbox Game Pass subscribers (Ultimate and PC tiers) will also receive access to the early beta starting October 2nd. Notably, PlayStation Plus users will not be receiving the same early access benefit, a change likely influenced by Activision’s recent acquisition by Microsoft.
Pre-Order & Access Details:
* Digital Pre-Orders: If you pre-ordered the digital version of the game,you’ll automatically have access to the beta on your associated account – no code required!
* Physical Pre-Orders: Players who pre-ordered a physical copy will need to obtain a beta code from their retailer. Be sure to check with the store where you purchased the game to receive your code.
Why Betas matter
Betas are a critical component of modern game development. They allow players to experience the game firsthand, identify bugs, and offer feedback that can considerably improve the final product. Activision’s decision to launch a beta follows a positive trend seen with other recent releases,like EA’s Battlefield,which successfully utilized beta testing to gather community input.
This beta period is a win-win: players get a sneak peek, and developers gain valuable insights to ensure a polished launch experience.
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