Black Ops 7 beta pre-load guide

The Black Ops 7 beta pre-load is not live yet since no official confirmation is present. However, recently, a moderate update was released on Battle.net, but it is unclear whether it is related to the Black Ops 7 beta pre-load or to Black Ops 6. Since the Black Ops 7 early access beta goes live on October 2, 2025, the pre-load is expected to become available soon.

The early access beta will run for three days, ending on October 5, 2025. On the same day, the open beta will begin and continue until October 8, 2025.

This article serves as a Black Ops 7 beta pre-load guide. Once the pre-load begins, you will be able to download and install the beta in advance, allowing you to jump straight into the action without delay.

Note: Once the pre-load becomes available, this article will be updated with more accurate details such as download sizes and other relevant information.

Black Ops 7 beta pre-load explored

The Black Ops 7 beta pre-load will first be available to early access players. Anyone who has pre-purchased the game or redeemed a valid early access code will be able to pre-load the game as soon as it goes live.

Players who pre-ordered the game digitally will automatically gain access to the early access beta without needing a code. However, those who purchased from participating retailers or want to join through free promotions will need a valid access code. Retail purchases usually include the code printed on the receipt.

For free access, you can watch the COD Next event live on Twitch for at least one hour to earn a code. Once you redeem it via the official Call of Duty redeem website, you will unlock early access privileges.

When the pre-load becomes available, the update should begin automatically. If not, you can start it manually by following these steps:

How to pre-load Black Ops 7 beta on PC (Battle.net)

Click on the Call of Duty icon.
Click the Settings option near the Play button.
Choose Modify Install from the drop-down menu.
Go to the Content section and click Modify Install again.
Locate the Black Ops 7 content, select it, and confirm.
Press Start Update to begin the download.

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How to pre-load Black Ops 7 beta on PlayStation (PS4/PS5)

Head to the Call of Duty application.
Press the Options button on your controller.
Navigate to the "Manage Game Content" option.
Select Black Ops 7 and confirm the installation.

How to pre-load Black Ops 7 beta on Xbox

Open the Call of Duty application.
Go to Manage Game & Add-Ons.
Select Black Ops 7 and start the installation.

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