The Battlefield 6 Open Beta is already live for preload, and players around the world are getting ready to jump in. The beta runs across two weekends in August, but some players can start two days earlier. If you’re asking how to access Battlefield 6 Open Beta, here’s everything you need to know, including all options for early access and what rewards are tied to each weekend. You can also check out the beta schedule in our news post: Battlefield 6 Beta Start Date.
How to Get Early Access to Battlefield 6
The Battlefield 6 early access period starts August 7, two days before the open beta weekend. Here are the valid ways to get in early:
- ✅ Signed up for Battlefield Labs before July 31 — automatic early access when you log in with the same EA Account
- ✅ Claimed Twitch Drop code before August 1 — codes were given for watching the reveal stream or selected creators for 1 hour
- ✅ EA Play Pro subscription — currently the only active way to get in early; just log in with your EA-linked account
Battlefield 6 Open Beta Platforms
If you’re planning to play during the open weekends, good news: the beta is free for everyone and doesn’t require a code. Just search for Battlefield 6 Beta on your platform store and download it. It’s available on:
- PlayStation 5;
- Xbox Series X|S;
- PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, EA App).
Battlefield 6 Open Beta Rewards
Playing in the beta unlocks exclusive cosmetics that carry over to your account when the game launches on October 10. Here’s a Battlefield 6 Beta Rewards Table with what you can earn from the BF6 Open Beta:
| Beta Weekend | Rewards |
|---|---|
| Weekend 1 (Aug 9–10) | Seeker (Soldier Skin), All Terrain (Soldier Skin), Weapon Charms, Dominion (Weapon Package), Lights Out (Player Card Background) |
| Weekend 2 (Aug 14–17) | War Machine (Vehicle Skin), Bat Company (Dog Tag), Striking Distance (Weapon Package) |
We will update the info about the rewards as soon as the Beta launches.
Battlefield 6 Open Beta How to Earn Rewards
In Battlefield 6 Open Beta, you can get rewards for completing challenges, and there are several Twitch drops you can also earn. Let’s find out what you need to do.
Weekend 1 Challenges
| Reward | Challenge |
|---|---|
| Lights Out Player Card Background | Reach Level 10 |
| Rising Star Soldier Skin | Reach Level 15 |
| Night Terror Weapon Charm | Reach Level 20 |
| Dominion Weapon Package | ? |
| Own the Night Weapon Sticker | Revive 100 teammates with the Support class |
| After Dark Weapon Sticker | Repair 3,000 health to vehicles with the Engineer class |
| Seeker Soldier Skin | Spot 300 Enemies with the Recon class |
| All Terrain Soldier Skin | ? |
Weekend 2 Challenges
| Reward | Challenge |
|---|---|
| War Machine Vehicle Skin | Capture 42 flags in Conquest, Domination, or King of the Hill |
| Bat Company Dog Tag | Get 200 kills or assists |
| Dominion Weapon Package | Capture 10 sectors in Breakthrough or Rush |
| Striking Distance Weapon Package | Get 50 close quarter kills with the Assault class |
| ? | ? |
| ? | ? |
It’s possible that the Striking Distance Weapon Package may be available on the first weekend.
Battlefield 6 Open Beta Twitch Drops
These Battlefield 6 Open Beta rewards won’t be available during the Beta itself, but you could use them at the game launch on October 10, 2025.
All you need to do is watch the Beta Twitch streams and claim completed rewards within 24 hours. For four hours of watching, you can get 4 rewards:
Mimic Weapons Package — Watch for one hour;
Landslide Soldier Skin — Watch for two hours;
Shattered Vehicle Skin — Watch for three hours;
Imperial Soldier Skin — Watch for four hours.
Battlefield 6 is shaping up to bring back the chaos of BF3 and BF4 with a modern twist. Whether you’re testing the gunplay early or just chasing the rewards, this beta is your first hands-on look at what’s coming October 10.