The Black Ops 6 beta is just moments away from going live and fans of the franchise will be able to get their hands on the next instalment in the Call of Duty universe for the very first time. The beta gives players a taste of what’s to come in Black Ops 6, including maps and game modes.
At launch, Black Ops 6 multiplayer will feature 16 maps taking place across a variety of new locations. The beta includes a total of six maps which is more than a Call of Duty test period usually offers.
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Black Ops 6 beta maps and modes
Here are all the game modes that will feature in the beta:
- Team Deathmatch – Eliminate members of the enemy team and be the first to reach the score limit to win.
- Domination – Capture and defend up to three zones to rack up points for your team.
- Hardpoint – Capture and hold the hardpoint zone as it moves on the map to earn points for your team.
- Kill Order – Each team has a high value target which you get more points for eliminating.
- Face Off Team Deathmatch – Team Deathmatch rules on smaller maps with less players on each team. Scorestreaks are disabled.
- Face Off Kill Confirmed – Kill Confirmed rules on smaller maps with less players on each team. Scorestreaks are disabled.
A total of six maps will feature in the beta, Core maps and Strike maps. Core maps offer regular 6v6 combat, while Strike maps ramp up the action as they’re smaller in size.
Core Maps
- Derelict
- Scud
- Skyline
- Rewind
Strike Maps
- Pit
- Gala
The first phase of the beta begins on Friday, August 30 at 10AM PT and will end on Wednesday, September 4 at 10AM PT. This wave is only available to those who have pre-ordered Black Ops 6 and those with an active Game Pass subscription. The second weekend is an open beta for everyone, kicking off on Friday September 6 at 10AM PT, and ending on Monday September 9 at 10AM PT.
