Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Beta Testing: Get Ready for Action!
The official Call of Duty podcast has confirmed the upcoming beta test for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6! Find out how to participate in this exciting preview.
Two-Stage Beta Access
Activision announced a two-part beta rollout. Early access begins August 30th and runs until September 4th, exclusively for those who pre-ordered Black Ops 6 or have active subscriptions to select Game Pass plans. Open beta access for all players follows from September 6th to 9th. Mark your calendars!
Black Ops 6 launches 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, revealed some key details during the podcast. Black Ops 6 will feature:
- 16 Multiplayer Maps: 12 standard 6v6 maps and 4 Strike maps playable in 6v6 or 2v2 modes.
- Zombies Mode Returns: Two brand-new maps await zombie enthusiasts.
- Omnimovement: A new movement mechanic.
- Traditional Scorestreaks: Scorestreaks reset on death, a welcome return for many fans.
- Dedicated Melee Weapon Slot: Carry a melee weapon without sacrificing a secondary weapon.
A full multiplayer reveal is planned for the Call of Duty Next event on August 28th. Don't miss it!