When Is Call of Duty Black Ops 7 Beta — Everything You Need to Know

Call of Duty Black Ops 7 is coming in hot—slated for release on November 13, 2025—and fans are already gearing up for the beta test that drops in early October. Whether you're itching to try out the new movement mechanics, squad up in the campaign, or test this year’s multiplayer meta, knowing the exact beta windows and how to access them is key.

This guide breaks down what we know about when the Black Ops 7 beta runs, how to secure your spot, and how GearUP can turbo-charge your connection during the beta so you actually get to play without lag, choppy matchmaking, or sudden disconnects. Let’s go.

Beta Dates You Need to Mark on Your Calendar

Here’s the confirmed timeline for the Black Ops 7 beta periods:

• Early Access Beta starts on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 10 AM PT, and runs for 72 hours—ending Sunday, October 5 at 10 AM PT.
• Open Beta: Immediately follows—from Sunday, October 5 at 10 AM PT through Wednesday, October 8 at 10 AM PT, giving everyone a full 72-hour window.
• Second Beta Weekend begins on Oct. 9
• The whole Black Ops 7 Beta ends on Oct. 13

How to Join Black Ops 7 Beta Test?

Currently, there are three methods that allow you to obtain early access eligibility for the Black Ops 7 Beta test:

• Pre-ordering the game (digital or physical) automatically qualifies you for Early Access. Digital pre-orders across PlayStation, Xbox, PC (Battle.net or Steam), and Game Pass all grant access—no extra steps needed.
• Game Pass Ultimate or Game Pass PC subscribers get Early Access too—just download when the beta opens.
• Physical box pre-orders require redeeming an Early Access code from your retailer or receipt. Once you sign up, you’ll receive an Early Access beta token via email—or within your Activision account—before the beta starts.

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What’s Inside the Beta (So Far)

While we’re still waiting on official content details, here’s what’s teased so far:

• Expect to sample new movement systems—wall jumps, boost jumps, and wing suits—as well as PvP maps and modes.
• Multiplayer advancements, Zombies, and co-op features will be on the menu, with deeper reveals likely at Call of Duty: NEXT on September 30.
• Plus, cosmetic beta rewards—like operator skins, weapon blueprints, and calling cards—will carry over into the full release and possibly into Warzone.

Lower Your Black Ops 7 Beta Ping with GearUP

The Beta test period is very limited. If you want to enjoy a smooth experience without being affected by lag and high ping, GearUP will be your best assistant. As a powerful network optimization tool, GearUP provides one-click instant optimization. It automatically matches the best network nodes to achieve stable data transmission, without affecting your gaming process at all. It can also help you switch servers in Black Ops 7 if you need to play cross-region with friends.

Step 1: Click this button to download GearUP.

Step 2: Search for Call of Duty—this option supports optimization for multiple titles in the series, including Black Ops 6, Black Ops 7, and Warzone.

Step 3: Select a server (we recommend choosing the nearest one for best performance).

Step 4: Start the boost, launch your game, and you’ll see real-time ping and other network data.

For console players, you can also choose the HYPEREV gaming router launched by GearUP. With equally powerful effects, it is more suitable for use with consoles—plug-and-play, one-click acceleration via a mobile app. It has now become the gaming companion for many geek players. You can visit the store to learn more about it.

Conclusion

The Black Ops 7 beta test will provide an experience that includes most of the game's features, nearly identical to the official release. If you want to join early, please follow the guidelines provided in this article to obtain access. Additionally, during the limited testing period, don’t let lag interrupt your experience. With GearUP and HYPEREV, you can quickly resolve most network issues, making multiplayer gameplay smoother.