The wait is almost over. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is getting ready to hit shelves on November 14, 2025, across PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, and Xbox One. But fans don’t have to sit tight until launch. Treyarch is rolling out a beta in early October, giving everyone a chance to test the waters before release.
The beta comes in two phases. Pre-order players will get in first with early access, while the rest of the community can jump in a few days later during the open beta.
Early Access vs Open Beta
Here’s how it’s split:
- Early Access (October 2–5): For anyone who pre-orders the game.
- Open Beta (October 5–8): Available to everyone, free to download.
That means if you’re not sure about buying yet, you can still try the game without spending a dime.
Black Ops 7 Beta Start Times
Treyarch has locked in global start times for both beta weekends.
Early Access Start Time – October 2
- PDT (San Francisco): 10 AM
- EDT (New York): 1 PM
- BST (London): 6 PM
- CEST (Paris, Berlin, Rome): 7 PM
- EEST (Turkey): 8 PM
- HKT / CST (Hong Kong, Beijing): 11 PM
- JST (Tokyo): 2 AM (Oct 3)
- AEST (Sydney): 3 AM (Oct 3)
Open Beta Start Time – October 5
- PDT (San Francisco): 10 AM
- EDT (New York): 1 PM
- BST (London): 6 PM
- CEST (Paris, Berlin, Rome): 7 PM
- EEST (Turkey): 8 PM
- HKT / CST (Hong Kong, Beijing): 11 PM
- JST (Tokyo): 2 AM (Oct 6)
- AEST (Sydney): 3 AM (Oct 6)
The beta ends on October 8, with Asia and Oceania wrapping up a day later on October 9.
What’s included in the beta?
The complete list has not yet been made public by Treyarch, but the following has been hinted at:
- New Maps: A combination of newly constructed arenas and reimagined classics can be anticipated.
- Modified Gunplay: To make the game feel more tactical and responsive, the developers are adjusting the weapon balance.
- Operators: It is said that characters in the specialist style will make a comeback, this time with upgraded skills.
- Rewards: Players who take part may unlock cosmetic bonuses to carry into the full release.
It’s not the full package, but it should be enough to give players a taste of what Black Ops 7 brings to the table.
Why It Matters
Every Call of Duty beta does more than just build hype. It’s the devs’ chance to test servers, collect feedback, and balance weapons before millions jump in at launch. This year feels even more important since the game is coming to both last-gen and current-gen consoles. Performance checks on PS4 and Xbox One will likely be just as valuable as stress tests on PS5 and Series X.
For players, the beta is a way to decide whether Treyarch’s new direction feels right. If the gunplay clicks and the maps land well, it’ll set a strong tone heading into November.
How to Join
- Pre-order Access: Grab a copy ahead of launch and get a code to play from October 2.
- Open Beta: Wait until October 5, then download it for free across your platform of choice.
That’s it—no hidden hoops to jump through.
Looking Ahead to Launch
With the beta wrapped by early October, Treyarch still has plenty to show before November 14. Fans can expect more reveals on campaign missions, zombie mode, and esports updates in the weeks ahead.
The beta weekends – your first genuine opportunity to see if Black Ops 7 lives up to the hype – are the main focus for the time being.
