Key Highlights
- Preload live now on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC (Steam/EA App)
- Early Access starts from August 7 for Phantom Edition buyers and EA Play Pro Members
- Open Beta runs between August 9-11 and 14-17 for all players
The highly anticipated Battlefield 6 Open Beta is set to roll out, which will give players an early taste of the game’s intense large-scale warfare before its October launch.
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EA has confirmed preloads are now live, with early access beginning August 7 and the public beta starting August 9.
This Beta play will provide players a glimpse of Battlefield 6 lovers, which is one of the action RPG games. Here are the details and everything you need to know about Beta.
How to Preload the Battlefield 6 Beta
The beta client is available for download on PC (Steam/EA App), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S as of August 4 at 8 AM PT (11 AM ET / 4 PM BST). To preload:
- Open your platform’s store (like PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, Steam, or EA App).
- Search for “Battlefield 6 Open Beta”.
- Select and download the client.
This Preloading will ensure that you can jump in immediately when servers go live.
Early Access and Beta Dates
- Early Access (August 7-11): Available to those who preordered the Phantom Edition or are EA Play Pro subscribers. Codes from Twitch Drops or Battlefield Labs sign-ups can also be redeemed via the EA App under “Redeem Codes”.
- Open Beta (August 9-11 & August 14-17): Free for all players.
Beta Start Times (August 7 & 9)
- PDT: 1:00 AM
- EDT: 4:00 AM
- BST: 9:00 AM
- CEST: 10:00 AM
- IST: 1:30 PM
- AEST: 6:00 PM
System Requirements for PC
Minimum (1080p)
- CPU: Intel i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
- GPU: Nvidia RTX 2060 / AMD RX 5600 XT / Intel Arc A380
- RAM: 16GB
- Storage: 75GB HDD
Recommended (Higher Settings)
- CPU: Intel i7-10700 / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
- GPU: Nvidia RTX 3060 Ti / AMD RX 6700 XT / Intel Arc B580
- RAM: 16GB
- Storage: 75GB SSD
Console players need a PS5 or Xbox Series X/S and last-gen systems are not supported.
Players Can Get Beta Rewards
Exclusive in-game items earned during the beta will carry over to the full game.
With massive maps, destructible environments, and next-gen visuals, Battlefield 6 is preparing to redefine the franchise. Preload now and prepare for battle.
Will Battlefield 6 be another bad sequel after the Battlefield V fiasco?
Battlefield V, launched in 2018, was a major disappointment for fans and gamers. Despite its World II based setting, a beloved theme in the franchise, the game suffered from poor marketing, rushed development, and unmet expectations. This resulted in low sales and player retention.
The previous part of the game attracted controversy since its trailer, which featured unrealistic elements like a female soldier with a prosthetic arm. This sparked anger into fans who wanted historical accuracy. Additionally, EA’s response, telling critics to “accept it or don’t buy it”, made things worse.
Many people also pointed out its rushed development. With just 18 months of development, the game launched unfinished with missing features like the Firestorm battle royale mode. At launch, it had fewer maps and modes than previous games. Iconic WWII battles and factions like the Soviets were also absent.
Updates with turtle-speed were another major problem in the game. The live-service model was too slow, frustrating players who expected regular new content.
Fans on Reddit and X (formerly Twitter) criticized the game’s “cartoonish-style” with lack of depth. Many quit this new title within months. DICE admitted mistakes, saying they failed to understand fan’s expectations for historical accuracy.
EA’s CEO later called Battlefield V a sales flop, blaming poor marketing and rushed development.
However, EA appears to have taken meaningful lessons from Battlefield V’s failures, which implements key improvements for Battlefield 6. Unlike the rushed 18-month development cycle that plagued BFV, DICE has spent over 3 years crafting this installment. This is a crucial difference that should result in a more polished product.
