How to Sign Up for the Overwatch 2 Beta

Learn how to sign up for the Overwatch 2 beta and get guaranteed access to the upcoming sequel to the 2016 hero shooter.

Another Overwatch 2 beta test is right around the corner, and gamers on PC, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4 have the opportunity to sign up and help test the game. Help make the game as good as it can be by participating in the beta and giving your feedback. We have instructions below on how to sign up for the Overwatch 2 beta and information about when it starts.

When is the Overwatch 2 beta?

The Overwatch 2 beta goes live on June 28 at 11 a.m. PT. Players have the option of signing up for the beta or purchasing a special pack that grants immediate access to the beta.

How to sign up for the Overwatch 2 beta

To sign up for the Overwatch 2 beta:

  1. Visit the Overwatch beta website.
  2. Tap on the “Request Beta Access” button.
  3. Select your platform from the dropdown.
  4. Sign in to your Battle.net account.

Signing up for the Overwatch 2 beta is simple. A dedicated website exists so players can sign up for the beta. All you need to do is visit the site, select your platform of choice, and log in to your Battle.net account. As a reminder, your opt-in status for previous betas does not roll forward, so you must make sure to opt-in again.

There’s another way to get into the Overwatch 2 beta if you’re willing to spend some money. 

How to get access to the Overwatch 2 beta

To get guaranteed access to the Overwatch 2 beta, players can purchase the Overwatch 2: Watchpoint Pack on a supported platform. Owners of the Watchpoint Pack get immediate access to the Overwatch 2 beta on June 28 at 11 a.m. PT. The pack is available for purchase after the beta kicks off and will still grant immediate access at any time.

Overwatch 2 is a multiplayer first-person shooter from Blizzard Entertainment slated for an October 4, 2022, early access release date.