Call of Duty Black Ops 7 is coming on November 14, 2025, but players will not have to wait that long to try it. Activision and Treyarch are opening the doors with a public beta where fans can play the game early, test multiplayer, and share feedback before launch. The beta will also help developers fix bugs and check servers for the final release.
If you are planning to jump into the action, here is everything you need to know about the Black Ops 7 Open Beta and how to get early access.
Black Ops 7 Beta Dates
The beta will run in two parts:
- Early Access Beta – Starts on October 2 at 10 AM PT (1 PM ET / 6 PM BST).
- Open Beta for all players – Begins on October 5 at 10 AM PT (1 PM ET / 6 PM BST).
- Beta End Date – Ends on October 8.
After that, servers will go offline until the official release in November.
How to Play the Beta
There are two ways to get into the beta:
- Pre-order or pre-purchase Black Ops 7: If you pre-order digitally from stores like the Microsoft Store, PlayStation Store, Battle.net, or Steam, you do not need a beta code. You will be automatically registered and can download the beta when it starts.
- Xbox Game Pass subscribers: Players with Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass PC, or Game Pass Console subscriptions also get early access without pre-ordering.
- Retail pre-orders: If you pre-order from a physical retailer, you will get a 13-character beta code on your receipt or via email. Go to callofduty.com/betaredeem, log in with your Activision account, and enter the code to secure your early access.
If you pre-ordered digitally, you don’t need to worry about codes. If you pre-ordered through a retailer and lost your code, you’ll have to contact the store.
How to Redeem and Download the Beta
- For digital pre-orders: You will automatically see the beta download option on your platform when early access begins.
- For retail pre-orders: Redeem your code at callofduty.com/betaredeem. Activision will then email you a beta token close to the start date.
Once redeemed, you can download the beta on your chosen platform. Make sure your Activision account email is updated, as the token will be sent there.
Platforms Supported
The beta will be available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC (Battle.net, Steam, and Xbox PC). This means no matter what device you play on, you will be able to join the open beta.
What to Expect in the Beta
The developers have not revealed the full list of content yet, but here is what we know:
- The story picks up a decade after Black Ops 2, with more futuristic gameplay.
- Classic maps like Raid and Hijacked are confirmed.
- Popular weapons such as the Peacekeeper AR are returning.
- Multiplayer will be the main focus of the beta, giving players a taste of weapons, maps, and scorestreaks.
More details about maps, modes, and pre-load options will be shared soon by Activision.
Final Words
The Black Ops 7 open beta is your best chance to experience the game before launch. Early access begins on October 2 for pre-order players and Game Pass subscribers, while the open beta for everyone starts on October 5.
If you are a Call of Duty fan, mark your calendar and be ready. Whether you are in it to test new weapons, explore returning maps, or just get a feel of the futuristic combat, the beta is going to be a big preview of what’s coming on November 14.
