To play the Battlefield 6 beta, the key steps are as follows:
- The beta is available for two weekends: August 9-10 and August 14-17, 2025, on multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Steam, Epic Games Store, and EA app.
- You can preload the beta starting August 4, 2025.
- Early access was available starting August 7 for those who signed up for Battlefield Labs before July 31 or earned access by watching select Twitch streamers or joining the Battlefield Discord.
- No code is required to play during the open beta weekends—they are open to all players.
- To start playing, download the beta on your platform, log in with your EA account, and jump into the available game modes and maps.
- Recommended beginner tips include starting with the training grounds playlist to familiarize yourself with controls and weapons, especially using weapon mounting for stability.
- Utilize game features like pinging enemy distances for better sniping and staying close to medics for quick health recovery.
This process gives players a chance to experience the multiplayer gameplay, try new weapons and modes, and earn rewards that carry over to the full game release scheduled for October 10, 2025.
