Battlefield 6 Beta Is Live: How to Get Early Access Before the October Launch

Electronic Arts and DICE have officially launched the Battlefield 6 beta phase, offering eager fans not one, but two opportunities to test the latest installment before its official release on October 10, 2025. Early access kicked off today, August 7, and open beta begins Saturday, August 9. If you’re wondering how to get in before the crowd—or how to navigate the bots—you’re not alone.

Here’s everything you need to know about how to get exclusive early access and what’s waiting inside Battlefield 6.

How to Unlock Early Access to Battlefield 6 Beta

If you’re not already battling it out, it’s not too late—early access is still live through August 8. To get in early, players must meet one of the following criteria:

• Signed up to Battlefield Labs before July 31, 2025

• Watched participating Twitch streamers during the official reveal to get a code

• Are an EA Play Pro subscriber

• Watch 30 minutes of a verified Battlefield 6 Twitch stream during early access

Starting August 9, the open beta goes fully public—no invite or code needed. Just link your EA Account to your gaming platform and get ready to deploy.

 

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What to Expect in the Open Beta

The Battlefield 6 open beta introduces players to revamped combat mechanics, massive maps, and jaw-dropping visuals. Players can join high-octane firefights with large-scale multiplayer battles across iconic global locations. However, not all players are facing off against real opponents just yet.

Bots? Yes, But Only in Training

Fans were quick to react to the presence of AI soldiers in multiplayer lobbies. Developer DICE has clarified: bots only appear in “Training Grounds” playlists, such as “Breakthrough Initiation.” These are designed for lower-ranked players (Ranks 1–15) to learn the ropes before facing off in full-lobby warfare.

Want a bot-free experience? Choose “Breakthrough” from the Featured Playlist Row, where only real players drop in.

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With Battlefield 6 shaping up to be one of the biggest releases of the year, this beta is more than a preview—it’s a chance to shape the game. Whether you’re an elite sniper or a tank-riding chaos artist, the beta lets you test the limits of this highly anticipated shooter before anyone else.

Plus, Twitch drops, exclusive cosmetics, and a smoother launch day experience await those who jump in early.

The full-scale war begins on October 10, but the battle starts now. Ready your loadouts and squad up—Battlefield 6 is calling.