How to Pre-Download Modern Warfare 3 Beta: Excitement is building up as we get closer to trying out the much-anticipated Modern Warfare 3 multiplayer beta. For those who are unfamiliar, here’s a comprehensive guide on how to download the beta and immerse yourself in the action-packed world of Modern Warfare 3.
Beta Release Schedule
First Weekend (PlayStation exclusive):
Pre-order Exclusive: From October 6th to October 7th, only those who have pre-ordered the game can access the beta.
Open to All: From October 8th to October 10th, the beta becomes available for everyone on PlayStation, regardless of whether you pre-ordered the game.
Second Weekend (Cross-platform):
Pre-order Exclusive: Xbox and PC players will need to pre-order to play the beta from October 12th to the 13th.
Open to All: Starting October 14th through the 16th, the beta is accessible to anyone on PlayStation, Xbox, or PC.
Pre-download Information
Presently, only PlayStation users can pre-download the beta. However, some Xbox users have reportedly been able to do so, though this isn’t the general case.
This year introduces a fresh approach to accessing Call of Duty games. Players will boot games from the Call of Duty HQ, the newly revamped hub. Thus, to play the Modern Warfare 3 beta, you must have Modern Warfare 2 or War Zone installed.
Worried about not owning these games? Don’t fret! Downloading the beta will automatically fetch the Call of Duty HQ. However, do note that it’s a massive download exceeding 100 gigabytes. Ensure you have enough space and preferably a strong internet connection.
Downloading the Beta
For digital pre-orders on PlayStation, Xbox, or platforms like steam and battle.net:
- Navigate to the Modern Warfare 3 page in your digital store or go to your game library.
- You should see additional packs linked to the beta. There will be two packs to download. On PlayStation 5, one pack is around 25 GB and the other is roughly 1 MB (this checks your license). For PlayStation 4 users, the combined size is about 18-19 GB.
- Ensure all Call of Duty HQ packs are installed.
If you pre-ordered from online retailers like Amazon, await an email containing your beta code. Upon receipt, head over to the Call of Duty’s beta website to input this code. Your platform-specific code will be sent back, or you’ll see it on the site.
For physical store pre-orders, the process might be slightly more convoluted. They might email the code or require an in-store visit. If you haven’t decided how to pre-order yet, digital methods are recommended for simplicity.
Accessing Modern Warfare 3 When You Have MW2 Installed
If you’ve already installed Modern Warfare 2, you’ll need to download an update (1.26) that transforms MW2 into the COD HQ application. After this, you must download the 24.823 GB beta packs for MW3. However, if you haven’t installed MW2 yet, the COD HQ application will require approximately 81 to 106 GB.
When you start up the COD HQ app, you’ll be greeted with a splash screen specific to the MW3 beta, indicating you’ve transitioned from Modern Warfare 2 into the MW3 beta.
Interestingly, there are reports of Xbox users already seeing the preload for the MW3 beta, which is unusual as PlayStation typically gets the preload first. With these early releases, we might see spoilers and leaks, so proceed with caution on social media platforms.
The Modern Warfare 3 beta promises a world of thrill and excitement, with a host of new fixes and features. Pre-download now, and ensure you’re geared up and ready to dive into the action. And if you found this guide helpful, consider subscribing for more updates on Call of Duty. Happy gaming!
