Activision has announced the global release times for the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 beta on PC and console. The highly anticipated game is set to be released on November 10, 2023, but fans will have the opportunity to get a taste of the multiplayer portion of the game through the beta starting from October 6. The beta will have staggered release times, with early access for those who pre-order on PlayStation. The timings for the beta release have been provided, giving players a clear schedule to follow.
The beta will initially be available to those who pre-order on PlayStation, starting from October 6 at 6 pm BST / 10 am PT / 1 pm ET. It will then open to all PlayStation players on October 8 at 6 pm BST / 10 am PT / 1 pm ET and will continue until October 10 at 6 pm BST / 10 am PT / 1 pm ET. The beta will also have a later release for PC and Xbox players who pre-order, starting from October 12 and opening to all players on October 14.
While Activision has not revealed the specifics of what will be available in the beta, players can expect a sample of the 16 core multiplayer maps that will be available in Modern Warfare 3. These maps include remakes of classic Modern Warfare 2 maps, including the popular Rust map. The beta will provide players with a chance to experience the gameplay and mechanics of the highly anticipated game before its official release.
In related news, Activision recently released a multiplayer trailer for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, showcasing the nostalgia-inducing classic maps and returning mechanics. The company will also be revealing more about Modern Warfare 3 and the upcoming Warzone 2.0 during its COD Next event, which begins on October 5. However, the event will not feature the DMZ mode. Players looking to participate in the beta can refer to a guide provided by IGN for instructions on how to access the beta and get in on the action.
To sum up, Activision has confirmed the release times for the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 beta, which will be available to players on PC and consoles. The beta will provide a glimpse of the multiplayer portion of the game, including a selection of core multiplayer maps. With a staggered release and early access for pre-orders on PlayStation, players will have the opportunity to experience the game’s features and mechanics ahead of its official release on November 10. The beta release timings have been provided, giving players a clear schedule to follow, and IGN has provided a guide for accessing the beta.