Sledgehammer Games’ Call of Duty: Vanguard is fast approaching, which means it must almost be time for the beta. So, is there a Call of Duty: Vanguard beta release date? Here’s the latest on playing the CoD series’ return to World War 2 ahead of its official launch.
When is the CoD: Vanguard beta release date?
The Call of Duty: Vanguard beta release date is October 2021, according to recent leaks. This would match the schedule seen with CoD: Black Ops Cold War, ahead of a probable November launch date for the full game.
In terms of how to play the Call of Duty: Vanguard beta, players will need to digitally pre-order to gain early access. Users who pre-purchase CoD: Vanguard will receive exclusive early access. When that period expires, the doors will potentially open to everyone in a general open beta. This is assuming that the Call of Duty: Vanguard beta entry method remains the same as Black Ops Cold War, anyway.
Notable Call of Duty leaker Tom Henderson (@_Tom_Henderson_) is responsible for leaking the potential beta information. That’s not all, however, as there’s seemingly also a CoD: Vanguard alpha on the way. The Call of Duty: Vanguard alpha release date is reportedly September, though, due to being an early build, it’ll likely be a closed test. This means that players may need to sign up for a chance to participate, should the leak prove accurate.
Takes place post World War 2 after the Nazi's lose the War. The Gestapo are trying to reclaim Nazi rights in the games story.
Alpha – A month away
Beta – OctoberGames Villain is Heinrich Müller.
— Tom Henderson (@_Tom_Henderson_) August 12, 2021
Lastly, Henderson also offered up some potential campaign details. CoD: Vanguard will allegedly take place after the Nazis lose WW2, with the Gestapo attempting to reclaim Nazi rights. The main villain of this story could be Heinrich Müller, a real high-ranking member of the Nazi secret police.
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