To get access to the Battlefield 6 game, especially the beta, here is what you need to do:
- Download and Install:
- The Battlefield 6 open beta is free and available for PC (via EA app, Steam, Epic Games Store) and consoles (PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S).
- You can preload the beta by going to your platform's store and searching for "Battlefield 6 open beta" to download the client.
- Account Linking:
- Make sure your EA Account is linked with your gaming platform account (PlayStation, Xbox, Steam) to avoid access issues.
- If you haven't linked your accounts, do that by visiting the EA Account settings and connecting your platform account.
- Early Access:
- To get early access to the beta, you can earn an early access code via Twitch Drops.
- Link your EA Account to your Twitch account.
- Watch a Drops-enabled Battlefield 6 streamer on Twitch for at least 30 minutes.
- After that, you will receive a Twitch Drop code via Twitch notifications.
- Redeem this code on the EA website by logging into your EA Account and entering the code to unlock early access.
- Open Beta Access:
- Even without an early access code, the open beta is available for everyone during specified beta weekends (e.g., August 9-10 and 14-17).
- Just download and play during those periods.
- Battlefield Labs:
- You may also sign up for Battlefield Labs (playtesting program) on the EA Playtesting Portal by logging in with your EA Account. Selected participants receive invitations to test new content.
Summary:
- Download the free Battlefield 6 open beta client from your platform's store.
- Link your EA Account to your gaming platform account.
- For early access, link your EA Account to Twitch, watch Drops-enabled streams for 30 minutes to get a code, then redeem the code on EA's site.
- Play during the open beta weekends without a code.
- Optionally, sign up for Battlefield Labs for additional testing opportunities.
This process applies primarily to the Battlefield 6 open beta but is generally similar for other Battlefield releases under EA's programs.