It’s that exciting time of year again! Even if summer just began, we’re already looking forward to those crisp autumn evenings spent with the latest Call of Duty title. The big question on everyone’s mind is: When can we get our hands on the Black Ops 7 beta?
Ever since the Black Ops 7 release date was revealed at Gamescom ONL, the gaming community has been buzzing about when we’d finally get to play this year’s installment of the legendary first-person shooter series. As always, a massive multiplayer beta is on the horizon, and 2025 will be no exception! Get ready for a full week of intense multiplayer and thrilling Zombies action with the BO7 beta, launching in just a few hours.
When Can You Play? Black Ops 7 Beta Dates and Times Revealed
Mark your calendars! The early access phase of the Black Ops 7 beta runs from Thursday, October 2, to Sunday, October 5, 2025. It all kicks off at 10 AM PDT / 1 PM EDT / 6 PM BST.
Following this, the open beta commences on October 5 at the exact same times (10 AM PDT / 1 PM EDT / 6 PM BST) and concludes on Wednesday, October 10, 2025. Both the early access and open beta periods will be available across PC, Xbox, and PlayStation platforms.
This year introduces a new format for the Call of Duty beta. In previous years, the closed and open betas typically occurred on separate weeks. Now, players without early access will find their playtime restricted to weekdays, a strategic shift likely designed to encourage more pre-orders before the game’s eventual launch on Game Pass.
Gaining Entry: How to Secure Your BO7 Early Access Beta Spot
Just like before, pre-ordering the game on any platform will grant you early access to the beta. But here’s a hot tip: you can also snag an early access beta code through BO7 Twitch drops on September 30, 2025!
For a detailed breakdown on how to get early access without a pre-order, be sure to check out our dedicated Black Ops 7 Twitch drops guide, and don’t forget to tune into CoD Next on Tuesday, September 30.
If you prefer the straightforward route, pre-ordering either the Vault Edition or the standard edition secures your spot in the early access beta. Opting for the Vault Edition offers even more perks, including a BlackCell Battle Pass for an entire season, an exclusive Operator collection, a Mastercraft weapon collection, an Ultra GobbleGum Pack for the exhilarating Zombies mode, and a valuable Permanent Unlock Token.
Based on previous Black Ops beta FAQs, beta codes will typically be sent via email for digital purchases or printed on your receipt for physical in-store pre-orders. Those who pre-order digitally will automatically receive entry to the beta, simplifying the process.
Get Ready! Black Ops 7 Beta Preload Information
Good news! You can start preloading the Black Ops 7 beta right away by simply updating your existing COD HQ application or initiating a full download. While a smaller update is expected when the beta officially goes live, preloading now will significantly cut down on your waiting time and get you into the action faster.
We’re just as excited for the Black Ops 7 beta as you are, but let’s not forget there’s still plenty to explore in the previous installment! Perhaps you’d like to wrap up the Zombies Reckoning main quest, or hunt down any other Zombies easter eggs you might have overlooked. Don’t forget to also jump into the latest BO6 events happening in standard multiplayer before the new beta consumes all your attention.