Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Open Beta Coming to Xbox Game Pass

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Open Beta Coming to Xbox Game Pass

Highlights

  • Xbox Game Pass owners can play Black Ops 6 open beta early, with no purchase needed, from August 30 to September 9.
  • Subscribers will be able to download the beta early, starting August 28.
  • Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard will not make Call of Duty an Xbox exclusive, with a multi-year agreement with Sony.

As a seasoned gamer with decades of gaming experiences under my belt, I can confidently say that the upcoming open beta for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is a game-changer (pun intended). The convenience of early access through Xbox Game Pass, especially for subscribers, is a testament to Microsoft’s commitment to its gaming community.

The beta version of “Call of Duty: Black Ops 6” is set to arrive for Xbox Game Pass subscribers. Earlier this year, Microsoft had announced that the beta would be rolled out across all platforms. Notably, “Call of Duty: Black Ops 6” will be the first “Call of Duty” game to be published by Microsoft, following their acquisition of Activision Blizzard on October 13, 2023.

On July 15th, it was officially revealed when the Black Ops 6 open beta would take place. However, prior to this announcement, some information about the beta dates was accidentally leaked online. The early access period for the beta is set for August 30 to September 4, while the open beta will run from September 6 to September 9. Importantly, participation in these beta sessions does not require any purchase or subscription.

On August 20th, Xbox shared news about an upcoming beta for Black Ops 6, exclusively available to Xbox Game Pass subscribers starting August 28th. Subscribers to either Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass can download the beta ahead of time without any extra costs. The multiplayer beta for Black Ops 6 will be playable on August 30th for those who have pre-ordered the game, regardless of platform. If you’re a Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass subscriber and have pre-ordered the game, you’ll get to play it day one on Xbox Game Pass, marking the first time a new Call of Duty game is available this way.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Marks the First New Call of Duty Game Coming to Xbox Game Pass

The beta testing phase for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 across all devices has been hailed as a triumphant moment for everyone participating. Earlier, there were apprehensions among some fans about the future exclusivity of the renowned Call of Duty series on Xbox, following the acquisition of Activision Blizzard. However, these fears subsided when Microsoft sealed a multi-year contract with Sony, officially announced on July 16, 2023, ensuring that Call of Duty will remain available on PlayStation consoles.

As a gaming enthusiast, I can’t help but feel the ripples when Microsoft sealed the deal with Activision Blizzard. The gaming division of Microsoft has been on an upswing ever since, raking in some serious profits. There’s been a buzz lately about the fate of the iconic Call of Duty franchise in this acquisition. History repeats itself, as Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone became the first Call of Duty games to grace Xbox Game Pass on July 24. The anticipation is real for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, set to drop on PS5, Xbox, and PC on October 25, 2024.

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2024-08-20 21:53