Is MW2 Beta Available to Play?
The MW2 beta is available to play, with the open beta period having begun on September 24 and running through to September 26, allowing PC, PlayStation, and Xbox players to test cross-play matchmaking. The beta can be downloaded and preloaded from the PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, Battle.net Store, and Steam Store, with more details available on the Call of Duty’s Modern Warfare 2 Beta page.
Understanding the MW2 Beta
To provide more insight into the MW2 beta, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions that address various aspects of the beta, including access, availability, and gameplay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Can You Play the MW2 Beta Yet?
The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 open beta began on September 24 and runs through to September 26, and it is available on all platforms.
Q2: How Do I Access MW2 Beta?
If you pre-order through a retailer, the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II early beta access code will be printed on the retail receipt or sent to you via email on an online receipt.
Q3: What Time is MW2 Beta Available?
Generally, each beta period will launch at 6pm BST/10am PST/1pm EST, and the beta will be available on PC, Xbox One/ Series X|S, and PS4/PS5.
Q4: Does the MW2 Beta Open at Midnight?
The open beta—which encompasses all players on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation—kicks off on Saturday, September 24th at 10am PT / 1pm ET.
Q5: Will COD MW2 be Available at Midnight?
On console, Modern Warfare II’s campaign and multiplayer are released at midnight local time, with the US West Coast being an exception–the game arrives at 9 PM PT there.
Q6: What Time Does MW2 Beta Start for Xbox?
The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Xbox beta will begin at 10 a.m. PT (1 p.m. ET).
Q7: When Can I Play MW2?
Consoles will launch beginning at 4am PT – 9pm PT on October 27th, beginning with regions West of the United States, and Xbox, PlayStation, and PC in the United States will all go live at 9pm PT on the 27th.
Q8: How to Install MW2 Beta After Pre-Order?
Physical edition pre-orders with Modern Warfare II or Warzone already installed can enter their Early Access Beta token on their platform, then follow the on-screen steps to download the Beta.
Q9: Is MW2 Open Beta Only for Pre-Order?
This beta has an Early Access period also, but that period is open to all PlayStation gamers regardless of whether or not they pre-ordered the game.
Q10: When Can You Play MW2 Beta with Pre-Order?
PlayStation Early Access: Those who preordered the game on PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5, or those who received a Beta code, can begin playing the Beta on Friday, September 16 at 10 AM PT.
Q11: Does MW2 Beta Start at 12?
On September 18-20, the beta will become available to all PlayStation players, regardless of pre-order status, and the beta officially starts at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. BST.
Q12: Can You Play MW2 Early if You Pre-Order?
Anyone that pre-orders the digital version of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 can play the campaign early.
Q13: When Can I Play MW2 if I Pre-Order on Xbox?
It started October 20 with all players who digitally pre-ordered Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, gaining early access to the game’s Campaign mode before the game’s official launch on October 28.
Q14: How Do I Get Call of Duty Beta After Pre-Order?
Those who preorder digitally do not need a Beta code to participate; you’re automatically registered to participate in the Early Access period.
Q15: Will MW2 Beta Progress Carry Over?
All progress and any unlocked elements made and obtained in the Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 beta will not carry over to the full game upon release, meaning you will need to start again from scratch when the game launches.