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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Battlefield 6 Open Beta Weekend 2: Dates, global start and end times, pre-load, file size, platforms and how to access and play for free
Battlefield 6 Open Beta Weekend 2's dates, global start and end times, pre-load, file size, platforms, and how to access and play for free are here. The second weekend of the Battlefield 6 Open Beta is set to begin on August 14, 2025. This phase will run across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam, EA App, and Epic Games Store. Players do not need to pre-order the game to participate. Battlefield 6 Open Beta Weekend 2 Global Start and End Times Battlefield 6 Open Beta Weekend 2 of the beta begins on Thursday, August 14 at 1:00 AM PT (4:00 AM ET / 9:00 AM BST) and ends on Sunday, August 17 at the same times. In UTC, the beta runs from August 14 at 08:00 to August 18 at 08:00. The global timings are: PDT: Aug 14, 1:00 AM – Aug 18, 1:00 AM MDT: Aug 14, 2:00 AM – Aug 18, 2:00 AM CDT: Aug 14, 3:00 AM – Aug 18, 3:00 AM EDT: Aug 14, 4:00 AM – Aug 18, 4:00 AM BST: Aug 14, 9:00 AM – Aug 18, 9:00 AM CEST: Aug 14, 10:00 AM – Aug 18, 10:00 AM IST: Aug 14, 1:30 PM – Aug 18, 1:30 PM CST: Aug 14, 4:00 PM – Aug 18, 4:00 PM JST: Aug 14, 5:00 PM – Aug 18, 5:00 PM AEST: Aug 14, 6:00 PM – Aug 18, 6:00 PM by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like With temperatures hitting 95°F, this is the mini air conditioner everyone's buying in the U.S News of the Discovery Undo Battlefield 6 Open Beta Weekend 2 Platforms and How to Access for Free The beta is open to all players on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, or EA App. Players can participate without a pre-order by downloading the beta client from their platform store. Also Read: Battlefield 6 Open Beta 2: Weekend 2 begins now. Here's dates, start time, platforms, how to join, new content, exclusive rewards, gameplay Live Events Battlefield 6 Open Beta Weekend 2 Maps and Modes Weekend 2 introduces the Empire State map set in Brooklyn, New York, along with two new modes — Rush and Squad Deathmatch. Returning maps include Siege of Cairo, Liberation Peak, and Iberian Offensive. Returning modes include Conquest, Breakthrough, Domination, and King of the Hill. Battlefield 6 Open Beta Weekend 2 Daily Playlist Schedule Day 1 – August 14 Conquest Rush Attack & Defend (Breakthrough, Rush) Close Quarters (Domination, King of the Hill) Closed Weapons All-Out Warfare Day 2 – August 15 Conquest Squad Deathmatch Close Quarters (Domination, King of the Hill, Squad Deathmatch) All-Out Warfare (Conquest, Breakthrough, Rush) Closed Weapons All-Out Warfare Day 3–4 – August 16–17 Conquest Close Quarters (Domination, King of the Hill, Squad Deathmatch) All-Out Warfare (Conquest, Breakthrough, Rush) Closed Weapons All-Out Warfare Also Read: Battlefield 6 Official Launch: Date, platforms, key features, PC system requirements and editions after final open beta weekend 2 ends Battlefield 6 Open Beta Weekend 2 Pre-Load and File Size The beta client is 35GB. Players can pre-load it by searching "Battlefield 6 Open Beta" in the PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, or Steam. Battlefield 6 Open Beta Weekend 2 Rewards Players can earn the War Machine Vehicle Skin and Striking Distance Weapon Package during the beta. These rewards will carry over to the full game launching on October 10, 2025. EA is using the beta to test playlist rotations and a Custom Search feature. Playlist rotations will not be part of the launch version. FAQs Do I need to pre-order Battlefield 6 to join the beta? No, the beta is free for all players. Download the client from your platform store and play during the scheduled dates. What is the Battlefield 6 Open Beta file size? The beta client is 35GB and can be pre-loaded before August 14 for quicker access.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Battlefield 6 Weekend 2 Beta goes Live with Playlist Rotation, Custom Search Feature
Following the overwhelming response to the first weekend of its open beta, developer DICE on Thursday announced a slew of changes for Battlefield 6 Open Beta Weekend 2 , including updated playlists, the addition of a custom search function, and confirmation of the start time for the next test phase. The Battlefield 6 open beta time for Weekend 2 began at 8 am UTC (1 am PT) on August 14 and will run until August 17, offering players fresh content and multiple gameplay modes to try ahead of the game's October launch, as per a report by IGN. Playlist Variety for Beta Weekend 2 DICE has expanded the All-Out Warfare playlist to include Breakthrough, Conquest, and Rush modes in rotation, with changes happening daily to gather feedback from players. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas In Dubai | Search Ads Get Rates Undo 'During Week 2, we're delivering more variety and choice for how you'd like to play with more playlists rotating between multiple different game modes,' the developer said in a blog post. The rotation schedule for the Battlefield 6 beta weekend 2 , as per a report by IGN is as follows: Live Events Day 1 (Thursday, Aug 14) Conquest Rush Attack & Defend (Breakthrough, Rush) Close Quarters (Domination, King of the Hill) Closed Weapons All-Out Warfare (Conquest, Breakthrough) Day 2 (Friday, Aug 15) Conquest Squad Deathmatch Close Quarters (Domination, King of the Hill, Squad Deathmatch) All-Out Warfare (Conquest, Breakthrough, Rush) Closed Weapons All-Out Warfare (Conquest, Breakthrough) Days 3–4 (Saturday–Sunday, Aug 16–17) Conquest Close Quarters (Domination, King of the Hill, Squad Deathmatch) All-Out Warfare (Conquest, Breakthrough, Rush) Closed Weapons All-Out Warfare (Conquest, Breakthrough) DICE clarified that rotating playlists daily is specific to the bf6 beta phase and is not part of launch plans. Battlefield 6 Weekend 2 Beta Custom Search Feature Responding to community feedback, DICE has introduced a Custom Search feature for Weekend 2. This allows players to select preferred combinations of maps and modes, for instance, choosing to play Conquest on Siege of Cairo, with matchmaking prioritising those choices if available. However, the developer stressed that this is not a full server browser, which many in the community have requested, and it is being tested only for Open Weapon mode playlists during the beta. Massive Player Interest and Performance Tweaks Weekend 1 of the beta saw over half a million concurrent players on Steam, underlining the strong anticipation for the title. EA and Battlefield Studios are using these tests to fine-tune gameplay balance, including time-to-kill adjustments and infantry-only modes aimed at catering to players seeking faster-paced combat. The beta phase also allows EA to assess issues such as cheating, with the company stating it is actively working to tackle 'hundreds of thousands' of offending accounts. Launch Plans and Pricing The Battlefield 6 beta times are staggered across global regions, with the open beta having launched at 1 am PDT / 4 am EDT / 9 am BST on Thursday. Pre-orders for the title are open, with the standard edition priced at USD 69.99. EA has indicated it will not adopt the USD 80 price point that some fans feared, as per the IGN report. Community-Driven Development DICE emphasised that the feedback from bf6 beta sessions will directly influence the final launch experience. By rotating modes and testing new matchmaking features, the developer aims to ensure fan-favourite combinations and gameplay styles are ready when the game officially releases in October. FAQs What is the Battlefield 6 open beta time for Weekend 2? Weekend 2 began on August 14 at 8 am UTC (1 am PT) and runs until August 17, with daily playlist rotations across various modes. What new features are in Battlefield 6 beta weekend 2? Players can expect expanded All-Out Warfare playlists, daily mode rotations, and a new Custom Search feature allowing preferred map-mode combinations during matchmaking.
