How to Play the Battlefield 6 Open Beta: Dates, Access, Platforms & More

Get ready to gear up, soldier! Battlefield 6 is bringing the heat with its Open Beta, giving players a chance to jump into the action before the full release. If you're eager to test out the next-generation war simulator, here's everything you need to know about how to play the Battlefield 6 Open Beta, including dates, early access, platforms, and pre-load times.

Battlefield 6 Open Beta Dates

EA and Battlefield Studios have officially revealed the Open Beta schedule, split across two weekends:

Weekend 1: August 9 – August 11

Weekend 2: August 14 – August 17

⏰ Timings: Starts at 8:00 UTC (1:00 PM IST) on opening days and ends at 8:00 UTC on closing days.

🚀 Early Access Details: August 7–8

Can’t wait until the weekend? You might be eligible for early access on:

Dates: August 7 – August 8

Time: Starts at 8:00 UTC (1:00 PM IST)

Who gets early access?

Players who signed up for Battlefield Labs before July 31 – just log in using your registered EA Account (no code needed).

Viewers who tuned into select creators’ Twitch streams on July 31.

EA Play Pro subscribers – use your EA account to join.

Pre-Load Starts August 4

Want to be battle-ready the moment the servers go live? You can pre-load Battlefield 6 Open Beta starting from:

August 4 at 15:00 UTC (8:00 AM PT / 8:30 PM IST)

This gives you plenty of time to install the game and avoid launch-day delays.

Platforms: Where Can You Play?

The Battlefield 6 Open Beta will be available on:

PlayStation 5

Xbox Series X|S

PC via:

Steam

Epic Games Store

EA App

Before jumping in, make sure your EA Account is linked to your platform account for a seamless experience.

No Code Required for Open Weekends

For the general public, no codes are needed to join either of the open beta weekends. Just pre-load, sign in, and dive into the battlefield!

Ready for Combat?

With cutting-edge graphics, intense gameplay, and massive maps, Battlefield 6 promises a truly immersive experience. Whether you're an old fan or a new recruit, the open beta is your chance to experience the chaos and strategy that makes Battlefield legendary.

Stay sharp, squad up, and get ready to deploy!