There's still more to come at Call of Duty Next, Activision's annual reveal event that usually involves streamers playing the game live and leads right into open beta. That's happening on September 30, and the Black Ops 7 open beta begins on October 2.

If you pre-order any version of Call of Duty Black Ops 7 or have certain Xbox Game Pass subscriptions, you will be able to try out the beta before other players. Early access for those who meet the criteria will start on October 2, three days before it opens to general audiences on October 5.

The Black Ops 7 beta will be free for everyone, but it will have an early access period beginning on October 2nd that is reserved for those who pre-order the games or eligible Xbox Game Pass subscribers. It will be available on Xbox One, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and PC, just like the full game.