The beta of Battlefield 6 is now available for download on Xbox: 37 GB, compatible with keyboard and mouse, Atmos and 60 FPS

The new EA release will allow trying out its multiplayer for a limited time in August.

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Those waiting for a next-generation combat experience can now mark their calendars. The highly anticipated open beta of EA’s new shooter has had all the details confirmed for hours, including download size and confirmed modes, and the best part: it will be completely free for all Xbox Series players.

This test will not only serve to test the servers, but will also offer rewards, challenges, and limited progress. Additionally, it is optimized for next-generation consoles and can be pre-loaded in advance to be ready from the first minute.

Dates for the Battlefield 6 Open Beta on Xbox

The beta will be divided into two consecutive weekends, and will be available exclusively for Xbox Series X|S with these dates:

• From August 9 to 10, 2025

• From August 14 to 17, 2025

The pre-load is available from today, August 4, with a weight of 37.56 GB. You only need a stable connection, and no Xbox Game Pass subscription is required to download it.

• Download the Battlefield 6 beta now for Xbox

This version includes online multiplayer for up to 64 players, cross-play between Xbox consoles, and several technical improvements: 4K resolution, HDR10, over 60 FPS, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support, as well as compatibility with mouse and keyboard directly from the console.

The game modes will cover several experiences: large-scale maps, objective-based combat, and classic showdowns, with different types of weaponry, vehicles, and playstyles. All progress will be exclusive to the beta and will be reset after its completion.