EA and DICE have officially revealed details for the upcoming Battlefield 6 open beta, with early access starting as soon as August 7. Whether you’re a series veteran or just here to blow things up with friends, here’s what you need to know before you dive in.
Beta Dates
- August 7–8: Early access via Twitch drops or Battlefield Labs sign-up
- August 9–10: Open access for all players
- August 14–17: Second round of the open beta
Preload begins August 4, so you’ll have plenty of time to download before the action kicks off.
Platforms
The beta is available across:
- PS5, PS4
- Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
- PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, EA App)
Modes & Maps
Two beta weekends will rotate through classic and new multiplayer modes:
- Squad Deathmatch
- Rush
- Empire State (new large-scale mode)
While it’s a multiplayer-only preview, DICE confirmed that campaign and Portal Mode are coming later, closer to launch.
Progression & Rewards
You’ll earn cosmetics and perks during the beta—but none of it carries over to the full game. Think of it as training day—with a free skin or two.
How to Join Early
- Watch partnered Twitch streams for beta code drops
- Register at battlefield.com/labs for a shot at early access
PC System Requirements
Note: These specs are for the beta and may change before full release.
Minimum:
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600
- RAM: 8 GB
- GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / AMD Radeon RX 570
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 70 GB available space (SSD recommended)
Recommended:
- OS: Windows 11 64-bit
- CPU: Intel Core i7-9700K or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
- RAM: 16 GB
- GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 / AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 70 GB SSD
The full game is still on track for release later this year, with more announcements expected at Gamescom 2025.
