How to Get the New CoD Open Beta
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To get the new CoD open beta, players can pre-order Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III digitally from Battle.net to receive automatic beta access, or they can wait for the open beta period and download it from the Battle.net store or their console’s store, with the beta access being free and open to everyone, although pre-ordering grants early access. The open beta is available on all platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, and players can access it by visiting the beta page on their console’s store or through Call of Duty HQ in Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone.
Getting Started with the CoD Open Beta
Pre-Ordering and Early Access
To get early access to the CoD open beta, players need to pre-order the game through a participating retailer or digitally from Battle.net, which will automatically add the beta access to their account.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the schedule for the CoD open beta?: The CoD open beta starts on October 12-13 for Xbox and PC players with early access, and on October 14-16 for all platforms.
- How do I pre-download the MW3 beta on Xbox?: Players can pre-download the MW3 beta on Xbox by pre-ordering the game and receiving a beta code to redeem on their console.
- Is the CoD beta out now?: The CoD beta is available now for players who have pre-ordered the game, and it will be available to everyone during the open beta period.
- Can I play the CoD open beta on PS5?: Yes, the CoD open beta is available on PS5, and players can access it by visiting the beta page on the PlayStation Store.
- How much will MW3 cost?: MW3 will be priced at $70 USD, as stated by an Activision spokesperson.
- Will Modern Warfare 3 have Zombies?: Yes, Modern Warfare 3 will have a Zombies mode, featuring a unique map and a new cast of characters.
- Is the MW2 beta limited time?: Yes, the MW2 beta is a limited time event, with a minimum duration of 2 days.
- How do I get early access to MW2?: Players can get early access to MW2 by pre-ordering a digital edition of the game.
- Can I play Zombies in the Modern Warfare 3 beta?: Unfortunately, Zombies will not be available in the Modern Warfare 3 beta, but it will be featured in the full game.
- Is the new CoD beta crossplay?: Yes, the new CoD beta features crossplay, allowing players to play with each other across different platforms.
- How long is the CoD beta live?: The CoD beta will be live from October 12-13 for players with early access, and from October 14-16 for all players.
- Can I pre-order MW3 2023?: Yes, players can pre-order MW3 2023 on their preferred platform, including PS5, Xbox, and PC.
- What time can I play the CoD Open Beta?: The CoD Open Beta starts on October 14 at 10am PDT for the West Coast of North America and 1pm EDT for the East Coast of North America.
- Is the Modern Warfare 2 beta done?: Yes, the Modern Warfare 2 beta is over, but players can still look forward to the Modern Warfare 3 beta.
- Is the CoD open beta free?: Yes, the CoD open beta is free and open to everyone, although pre-ordering grants early access to the beta.