Get ready for the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 beta! Activision's official podcast confirmed the beta testing dates. This article details how to participate.

Black Ops 6 Beta: A Two-Stage Launch

The Black Ops 6 multiplayer beta will launch in two phases. Early access begins August 30th and runs until September 4th, exclusively for players who pre-ordered Black Ops 6 or have active subscriptions to select Game Pass plans. Open beta follows from September 6th to 9th, open to all players. 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 Gameplay Features and Mechanics

The podcast unveiled exciting new features, including an interview with Treyarch's associate design director, Matt Scronce. Black Ops 6 will launch with 16 multiplayer maps: 12 standard 6v6 maps and 4 Strike maps playable in 6v6 or 2v2 modes. The beloved Zombies mode returns with two new maps. A fresh mechanic, "Omnimovement," is also introduced.

Returning fans will appreciate the comeback of the traditional scorestreak system, absent in Black Ops Cold War. Scores now reset upon player elimination. A dedicated melee weapon slot eliminates the need to sacrifice a secondary weapon for a knife—a feature the Treyarch team is enthusiastic about.

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