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Open Beta Release Guide and Schedule

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Black Ops 7 - Open Beta Release Guide and Schedule

The Open Beta of Call of Duty Black Ops 7 (BO7) was available on October 5, 2025 for free to all players on all platforms. See the Open Beta release times and schedule, as well as how to play the Open Beta.

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BO7 Open Beta Has Ended!
Ended on October 9, 2025 at 9 AM PT

The Black Ops 7 open beta ran from October 5 to October 9, 2025, while Early Access had a head start that started on October 2, 2025 and ended on October 5, 2025.

The next time Black Ops 7 will be playable will be on the full game launch on November 14, when the campaign, multiplayer, and Zombies mode go live simultaneously.

Open Beta Release Times

Open Beta Release Schedule

Beta Access Start Date End Date
Early Access Oct 2, 2025
10:00 AM PT		 Oct 5, 2025
10:00 AM PT
Open Beta Oct 5, 2024
10:00 AM PT		 Oct 9, 2024
9:00 AM PT

The Open Beta was available to all players on October 5th, 2025 on all platforms.

Players who pre-ordered or have a Game Pass Ultimate subscription had Early Access to the Open Beta on October 2nd, 2025.

What Time Does the Beta End?

Beta Ended 9 AM Pacific Time

The Black Ops 7 open beta ended on October 9th, 9 AM PT worldwide.

Open Beta End Countdown
Open Beta Has Ended!
Ended on October 9, 2025 at 9 AM PT
Region Local End Time
Auckland, New Zealand October 10, 5:00 AM
(PT +20)
Sydney, Australia October 10, 3:00 AM
(PT +18)
Tokyo, Japan October 10, 1:00 AM
(PT +16)
Seoul, Korea
Beijing, China October 10, 12:00 AM
(PT +15)
Hong Kong
Philippines
New Delhi, India October 9, 9:30 PM
(PT +12:30)
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia October 9, 7:00 PM
(PT +10)
Berlin, Germany October 9, 6:00 PM
(PT +9)
Paris, France
London, United Kingdom October 9, 5:00 PM
(PT +8)
São Paulo, Brazil October 9, 1:00 PM
(PT +4)
New York, United States October 9, 12:00 PM
(PT +3)
Quebec City, Canada
Chicago, United States October 9, 11:00 AM
(PT +2)
Mexico City
Los Angeles, United States October 9, 9:00 AM
(PT)

Can You Play the Early Access Beta with Game Pass?

Black Ops 7 Early Access is Available on Gamepass Ultimate

The Early Access Beta (Oct. 2 to Oct. 5) was playable only on Game Pass Ultimate. Rewards carry over even if you do decide to purchase the game or re-sub to Game Pass by launch day.

Will Open Beta Progress Carry Over to the Full Game?

No, Beta Progress Will Not Carry Over

With the exception of the Beta Rewards, Open Beta progress will not carry over to the full game when it releases on November 14th, 2025. This means that you won't get to keep the experience, weapons, gear, and stats you've earned over the course of the Open Beta.

Is the Open Beta Free?

Yes, Open Beta Is Free

BO7 Beta Early Access

Black Ops 7 Open Beta is free to all players on all platforms. You'll need to have an existing Activision account to participate in the Open Beta.

Players who pre-ordered the game or are Game Pass Ultimate subscribers can hop into the game earlier during Early Access on October 2, 2025.

Will the Open Beta Have Rewards?

9 Cosmetic Rewards for Beta Testers

BO7 Beta Rewards

The Open Beta had a total of 9 cosmetic rewards, provided the player was able to reach the Max Level 30 by the end of the beta. These rewards include 2 Operator Skins, an animated emblem and calling card, and even a weapon blueprint.

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