CoD: Black Ops 6 Beta Dates Unveiled

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Beta Testing: Dates Confirmed!

Get ready, Call of Duty fans! The official Call of Duty podcast has revealed the beta testing dates for Black Ops 6. This two-part beta offers early access and open access periods. Learn how to participate below.

Two-Stage Beta Access

The Black Ops 6 multiplayer beta will launch in two stages:

• Early Access (August 30th - September 4th): Available to those who pre-ordered Black Ops 6 or have active subscriptions to select Game Pass plans.
• Open Beta (September 6th - 9th): Free for everyone!

Mark your calendars! The full game releases October 25th, 2024, on PC (Steam), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4. It will also be available on Xbox Game Pass.

New Game Mechanics and Features

Treyarch's Associate Director of Design, Matt Scronce, shared exciting details on the podcast:

• Multiplayer Maps: 16 maps at launch – 12 standard 6v6 maps and 4 Strike maps playable in 6v6 or 2v2 modes.
• Zombies Mode Returns: Two brand-new Zombies maps await!
• Omnimovement: A new movement mechanic is introduced.
• Traditional Scorestreaks: The classic scorestreak system makes a comeback, resetting upon player death.
• Dedicated Melee Weapon Slot: Carry a melee weapon without sacrificing your secondary weapon!

A complete Black Ops 6 multiplayer reveal is scheduled for the Call of Duty Next event on August 28th. Don't miss it!