Get ready for the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 beta! Activision, during the inaugural Call of Duty podcast, revealed the beta test schedule, spanning two phases.
Beta Test Breakdown:
- 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): Open to all players.
Mark your calendars! The full game launches October 25th, 2024, on Steam, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Xbox Game Pass.
New Game Mechanics & Features:
Treyarch's Associate Director of Design, Matt Scronce, shared exciting details:
- Multiplayer Maps: 16 maps at launch – 12 standard 6v6 maps and 4 Strike maps playable in 6v6 or 2v2 modes.
- Zombies Mode Returns: Two new maps await zombie enthusiasts.
- Omnimovement: A brand-new movement mechanic.
- Traditional Scorestreaks: The classic scorestreak system returns, resetting upon player elimination.
- Dedicated Melee Weapon Slot: Carry a melee weapon without sacrificing a secondary weapon.
A comprehensive Black Ops 6 multiplayer showcase is planned for the Call of Duty Next event on August 28th.