Forget the days of console exclusives, Call of Duty is charting new waters with the first-ever cross-platform beta for Black Ops 6 . Traditionally, PlayStation players have had first dibs on Call of Duty previews, giving them early access to the game – but this year the playing field is levelled. That's right, PC and Xbox players will get to sample and shape the new entry in the blockbuster franchise at the same time as their PlayStation brethren.
Is this the end of the console wars or just a smart marketing ploy? Either way, gamers are about to have their say. Here’s how you can sign up to take part in the Black Ops 6 beta when it kicks off later this month. Plus, a neat tip on how to get early access for absolutely free.
Budding players will be able to play the new Call of Duty, which looks like an explosive espionage thriller set during the first Gulf War, almost two months before its October 25 release date. Focusing on the game’s multiplayer mode, these tasters offer an early peek at the game’s new features, from the “omnidirectional” movement to new maps and weapons. In gaming parlance, “beta” traditionally refers to a crucial stage in a game’s development process that allows players to mould the final product with their feedback.
While betas were once primarily used for bug testing, they're now also viewed as a great way to drum up hype and anticipation for a new release. This strategy has worked wonders for Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard . Th.