Get ready, Call of Duty fans—Black Ops 6 is set to thrill with its upcoming beta testing next month! The official Call of Duty podcast has just dropped the exciting news about the multiplayer beta, which will roll out in two distinct phases. Mark your calendars: the early access beta kicks off on August 30th and wraps up on September 4th. This phase is exclusive to those who have pre-ordered Black Ops 6 or currently hold specific Game Pass subscriptions. Following that, from September 6th to 9th, the beta opens up to all eager players for free. Don't miss out on your chance to dive into the next chapter of this iconic franchise!
The full game is slated for release on October 25, 2024, and will be available across multiple platforms including PC via Steam, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4. Excitingly, it will also launch on Xbox Game Pass, making it accessible to a broader audience.
Two Parts To Beta Testing
New And Updated Mechanics
The podcast also unveiled some tantalizing details about Black Ops 6. According to Matt Scronce, Treyarch's associate director of design, the game will launch with 16 multiplayer maps—12 core 6v6 maps and four versatile Strike maps playable in 6v6 or 2v2 formats. The beloved Zombies mode makes a triumphant return with two new maps to explore. A groundbreaking new feature, 'Omnimovement,' promises to revolutionize how players navigate the battlefield.
Veteran Call of Duty players will be thrilled to hear about the revival of the traditional score streak system, a feature absent since Black Ops: Cold War. In Black Ops 6, scores will reset upon player elimination, adding a strategic layer to gameplay. Another exciting addition is the dedicated melee weapon slot, allowing players to carry a knife without sacrificing their secondary weapon. This feature is something the Treyarch team is particularly enthusiastic about.
Stay tuned for the full Black Ops 6 multiplayer reveal at the Call of Duty Next event on August 28. Get ready to experience all these exciting updates and more!
