- The next Battlefield 6 Open Beta test will kick off on August 14 at 1 AM PT (4 AM ET/ 9 AM BST).
- The beta will come to an end on August 17 at the same times as above.
- For weekend two, the devs are adding the new Rush game mode and the Empire State map for players to check out.
The Battlefield 6 Open Beta has been a rave hit so far, with its first weekend raking in acclaim and pre-orders in equal measure. The beta went offline on August 10, but its set to return with an even bigger playtest on August 14. Whether you’re eager to dive back into the game, or if you missed out on the first weekend, here’s everything you need to know about the Battlefield 6 Open Beta, including its start time and content.
Do You Need to Pre-Order BF6 to Play the Open Beta?
No, you don’t need to pre-order Battlefield 6 to jump into the Open Beta. The playtest, as the name suggests, is completely free. Just download the beta client and fire it up at the playtest’s start times to experience the latest entry in the beloved franchise.
When Does the Battlefield 6 Open Beta Start?
- The second weekend of the Battlefield 6 Open Beta will kick off on August 14 at 1 AM PT (4 AM ET/ 9 AM BST).
- The beta will end and go offline on August 17 at 1 AM PT (4 AM ET/ 9 AM BST).
Expect a lengthy server queue if you jump in on Thursday, although player congestion should ease off by Friday.
The beta is available across these platforms:
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X|S
- PC (via Steam, EA App, and Epic Games Store)
How to Play Battlefield 6 Open Beta
To play the Battlefield 6 Open Beta, all you need to do is download the game on your preferred platform. Its store pages are currently live on the PlayStation Store, the Xbox Store, and Steam. Open up the pages on your platform of choice and hit the download button. You’ll able to enjoy the game starting August 14 at the times mentioned above.
Battlefield 6 Open Beta Maps & Modes
Weekend two of the BF6 Open Beta will feature five games modes. These include Conquest, Breakthrough, Squad Deathmatch, Domination, and Rush. On the maps front, here are the combat arenas you can expect to see during the beta:
- Siege of Cairo
- Liberation Peak
- Iberian Offensive
- Empire State
And that wraps up our guide on the Battlefield 6 Open Beta. Will you be checking out the game early? Be sure to let us know in the comments below.
