How to play Overwatch 2 beta? For fans who can’t wait to try this first person shooter game, you can read this article.
Below we will explain how to register for the Overwatch 2 beta, whose registration will close on June 28. But it is also possible that registration will close early if the number of registrants exceeds the capacity of Blizzard’s server, so don’t miss it.
For those who managed to register for Overwatch 2 beta, they can try out this game early, before the game is officially released on October 4, 2022.
Apart from how to play the beta, there are other things that players should know about this game, including the specifications of compatible devices in order to play smoothly.
How to Play Overwatch 2 Beta
Overwatch 2 is the sequel to Overwatch which was released in 2016. Scheduled for release in October, gamers can play Overwatch 2 using PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PS devices with MS Windows OS.
The Overwatch 2 beta is scheduled to be playable from June 28 to July 18 where players can enjoy a new map, as well as a new hero, Junker Queen.
Registration for Overwatch 2 beta has been open since June 16, 2022, and all Overwatch regions can play Overwatch 2 except for the China, Russia, and Belarus regions.
For those who previously had the opportunity to try out the Overwatch 2 PvP beta, you still have to register again if you want to play this new beta.
Reporting from the official Overwatch website, here’s how to register for the Overwatch 2 beta to play the game before it’s officially released:
- Go to the Overwatch official website.
- Click ‘Request Beta Access’ or scroll to the bottom
- Select the platform
- Click ‘Request Beta Access’ then log in using the log in account, or create an account first if you don’t have one.
After that, keep an eye on the email address used to sign up for an account to see if there is an invitation to play Overwatch 2 beta or not.
PC Minimum Specifications for Overwatch 2
Here are the specifications needed to play Overwatch 2 beta if the device used is a PC:
- Minimum specifications of Overwatch 2 beta:
– Windows 10 64-bit (latest Service Pack)
– Processor: Intel Core i3 or AMD Phenom X3 8650
– Video: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 600 Series, AMD Radeon HD 7000 Series
– Memory: 6 GB RAM
– Storage: available HD 50 GB free
- Recommended specs for Overwatch 2 beta:
– Windows 10 64-bit (latest Service Pack)
– Processor: Intel Core i7 or AMD Ryzen 5
– Video: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD R9 380
– Memory: 8 GB RAM
– Storage : available HD 50 GB blank.
So, that’s about how to play the OW beta. For those who don’t get the beta access, you can secure your slot by buying the Watch Point Pack that includes immediate beta access!
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