The Battlefield 5 open beta is still on schedule FREE for the biggest new releases, reviews and tech hacks SUBSCRIBE Invalid email Sign up forfor the biggest new releases, reviews and tech hacks When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. EA and Dice have made the unusual move of delaying the full launch of Battlefield 5 on all platforms. The good news for fans is that the Battlefield 5 open beta is still scheduled for release in September, and will be available on PS4 and Xbox One as expected. While delays in release dates are not uncommon, the BF5 launch has been set in stone for some time. From the outside it looks like EA may have decided to change things up, having been sandwiched initially between Black Ops 4 and Red Dead Redemption 2. But according to the official statement released today, moving the Battlefield 5 release date is about improving the game for fans. It has now been confirmed that BF5 will launch on November 20, instead of in October like originally planned. More news is expected to be released on how this will affect players who have pre-ordered the game and have early access in place. “We believe we have one of the best Battlefield games ever on our hands, the statement from Oskar Gabrielson, General Manager of DICE, reads. The release date for BF5 has been pushed back until November “A game that will deliver on an emotional journey through the return of unseen single player War Stories, a deep multiplayer experience, Battle Royale, along with our new live service, Tides of War - a journey across multiple theaters of WW2 and designed to keep our community together. “With the Open Beta just around the corner, we are excited about the millions of you who will join us and experience the game. And we fully expect to see even more feedback coming our way. “And that’s why we’re moving our launch date. We’re going to take the time to continue to make some final adjustments to core gameplay, and to ensure we really deliver on the potential of Tides of War. “We know moving the launch date means that we all have to wait a little longer. But we’re going to take our time to make sure we get it right.” BATTLEFIELD 5 OPEN BETA The open beta for BF5 is still kicking off on September 6, and will be available to download for free on Origin PC, PS4 and Xbox One. Battlefield 5 screenshots for PS4, Xbox One Wed, May 23, 2018 BATTLEFIELD V returns to WW2, complete with Grand Operations, a new live service and lots more. Play slideshow EA 1 of 13 Battlefield 5 launches on October 19, 2018<doc-sep>The Battlefield 5 open beta launches later this week FREE for the biggest new releases, reviews and tech hacks SUBSCRIBE Invalid email Sign up forfor the biggest new releases, reviews and tech hacks When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. While some players will be able to start testing out the Battlefield 5 beta later today, not all will have access on PS4 and Xbox One. That’s because this week’s beta has been scheduled differently for those who have EA Access, Origins on PC, or who have pre-ordered. The early access Battlefield 5 beta is kicking off today on PS4, Xbox One and PC. The September 4 start time has been set for around 9am in the UK, or 1am if you’re based in the United States. “Similar to what we’ve been doing in the two Closed Alphas, the Battlefield V Open Beta lets us test Battlefield V running in a live environment with a high player count,” a message from DICE explains. “We’re testing technical aspects like server stability, latency levels, and matchmaking as well as gameplay – weapon balancing, progression, and other ingredients that we want to optimise to make the game as fun as possible. It’s also an opportunity to collect feedback from participating players.” WHEN DOES THE OPEN BETA START? The Battlefield 5 open beta begins a little later this week, on Thursday, September 6. The early access to the BF5 beta is going live today It’s scheduled to start at the same time, around 9am in the morning, and will continue until 3pm on September 11. That’s a lot of time to test things out, with EA And Dice already confirming that there will be plenty of content available. When it comes to playable maps and modes, Dice says there will be a choice of the Rotterdam and Arctic Fjord maps. There will also be two playable modes, that of Conquest and Grand Operations (Day 1 and 2). Fans will also be able to earn the Tides of War Dog Tag during the Open Beta, which will be available through the assignment menu. Here’s more on some of the weapons and vehicles that will be part of this week’s beta action: “Five iconic WW2 tanks and seven aircraft will be at your disposal in the Battlefield V Open Beta," Dice adds. Battlefield 5: The official reveal trailer<doc-sep>
Battlefield 5: The official reveal trailer Battlefield 5 may have been delayed at retail, but the PS4, Xbox One and PC beta is still going ahead this week. And it's good news for pre-order customers, Origin members and EA Access subscribers, who can play the beta early. The early access Battlefield 5 beta has a September 4 release date on PS4, Xbox One and PC. Battlefield 5 fans can begin playing at 9am UK time, provided they pre-load ahead of time. EA has confirmed that Battlefield 5 pre-loading is available now, so it's worth visiting Origin, the Xbox Store and PSN to download the beta before it goes live. The Battlefield 5 open beta will be available to everybody else on September 6, and will end at 5pm BST on September 11. In terms of content, the Battlefield 5 beta will give fans a look Conquest mode and Grand Operations. There's even a five-part Tides of War event, complete with an exclusive reward. Battlefield 5 beta countdown Battlefield 5 map Battlefield 5 map "Players can jump into the up 64-player Conquest mode on the Rotterdam map, set in the embattled Holland city, or the Arctic Fjord map, set in icy Narvik, Norway," EA explains. "In Conquest, you must battle for control of key locations on a massive multiplayer map, using the new Fortifications, towable weaponry, and Squad Reinforcements system." Two days of Grand Operations will also be available in the open beta. Grand Operations is described as a "modular narrative experience inspired by historical events". Each day represents a different round of play, which is dictated by the results of the previous round. "Up to 64 players can deploy in the Airborne and Breakthrough modes on the Arctic Fjord map," EA continues. Battlefield 5 screenshots for PS4, Xbox One Wed, May 23, 2018 BATTLEFIELD V returns to WW2, complete with Grand Operations, a new live service and lots more. Play slideshow EA 1 of 13 Battlefield 5 launches on October 19, 2018