The recent multiplayer showcase for Battlefield 6 has certainly made waves, with Battlefield Studios unveiling a plethora of exciting features and gameplay elements. The event was not just a display of hours of gameplay but also a platform for significant announcements, including details about the much-anticipated beta. Here’s a comprehensive recap of what we know so far regarding the Battlefield 6 beta.
Battlefield 6 Beta Start Date and Time
The Battlefield 6 open beta is set to unfold over two weekends, accessible across all platforms—PC (Steam, EA App, EGS), PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. Players can look forward to diving in without the need for pre-ordering or any complicated access procedures. However, an early access period will precede the first weekend, allowing a select few to experience the game ahead of the crowd.
Early Access
Those fortunate enough to gain early access will be able to jump into the action two days before the official beta launch, specifically from Thursday, August 7 to Friday, August 8. Following this brief window, servers will temporarily go offline to prepare for the first weekend. Here’s when the servers will come online on August 7:
- 1am PT
- 4am ET
- 9am UK
- 12pm GST
How to Play the Battlefield 6 Beta Early
While the Early Access period is exclusive, it’s refreshingly straightforward. Unlike many modern titles, there’s no requirement to pre-order the full game to participate. If you were among the viewers of the multiplayer reveal event, you might have already secured an Early Access beta code. However, if that opportunity has passed, there’s still hope.
If you signed up for Battlefield Labs back in February, you are guaranteed access to the Early Access portion of the beta, provided you registered before July 31. Your EA Account will automatically grant you access, eliminating the need for a code. For those without access, keep an eye on social media for potential beta code giveaways as the launch approaches.
Weekend One
The first weekend of the Battlefield 6 beta will take place from Saturday, August 9 to Sunday, August 10. This period is open to all players, allowing anyone to download the beta client on their chosen platform. Servers will go live on August 9 at:
- 1am PT
- 4am ET
- 9am UK
- 12pm GST
Servers will then go offline on August 11 at the same times, marking the end of the first weekend.
Weekend Two
The second weekend promises to be even more extensive, running from Thursday, August 14 to Sunday, August 17. Similar to the first weekend, players can freely download the beta client. If you already have it installed from the previous weekend, a simple update will suffice. Servers will come online on August 14 at:
- 1am PT
- 4am ET
- 9am UK
- 12pm GST
Once the servers go down on August 17, players will no longer have access, so it’s wise to plan your gaming sessions accordingly.
Battlefield 6 Beta Pre-load Times
EA is providing a generous pre-load window for the Battlefield 6 beta, allowing eager players to prepare ahead of time. Pre-loading will commence on Monday, August 4, with the following times:
- 8am PT
- 11am ET
- 4pm UK
- 7pm GST
This pre-load will be available on various platforms, including the PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, and PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store, and the EA App. While download sizes are yet to be confirmed, players can expect a smooth start to their beta experience.
Battlefield 6 Beta Content
EA has touted the Battlefield 6 beta as the largest in the series’ history, featuring several of the nine launch maps and at least three core modes. However, a detailed breakdown of the content is still pending, and it remains uncertain whether the selection of maps and modes will evolve between the two weekends.
Battlefield 6 Beta PC Requirements
As we delve into the technical specifications for the Battlefield 6 beta, it’s important to note that the game employs EA’s kernel-level Javelin Anticheat. Most players will likely have similar anticheat services already installed, but for those who haven’t engaged in multiplayer gaming recently, enabling Secure Boot in Windows may be necessary, requiring TPM 2.0 support. Below are the minimum and recommended PC specifications:
Minimum PC Specs
- Graphics Target: 1080p at 30fps, Low Settings
- GPU: Nvidia RTX 2060, AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT, Intel Arc A380
- VRAM: 6GB
- CPU: Intel Core i5-8400, AMD Ryzen 5 2600
- RAM: 16GB Dual Channel at 2133mhz
- OS: Windows 10 with Hardware Accelerated GPU Scheduling
- DirectX: 12
Recommended PC Specs
- Graphics Target: 1440p at 60fps, High Settings (Balanced upscaling); 1080p at 80fps+, Low Settings (Performance upscaling)
- GPU: Nvidia RTX 3060Ti, AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT, Intel Arc B580
- VRAM: 8GB
- CPU: Intel Core i7-10700, AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
- RAM: 16GB Dual Channel at 3200mhz
- OS: Windows 11 64-bit
- DirectX: 12
