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How do you play Battlefield 2042 early? The official release date of Battlefield 2042 is 19th November 2021, but if you want to get a head-start in multiplayer, then you'll want to know how to play early. There are a few ways you can begin levelling your account up before launch day. In this Battlefield 2042 guide, we're going to reveal how to play early, including the Gold and Ultimate Edition release date and EA Play Trial.

Battlefield 2042 Release Dates: How to Play Early

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You don't need to wait until Battlefield 2042's official release date on 19th November 2021 to start your multiplayer career. EA DICE has prepared a few ways you can get started early. On this page, we're going to explain how to play Battlefield 2042 early, including the game's Gold and Ultimate Edition Early Access release date and EA Play Trial.

Battlefield 2042 EA Play Release Date

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EA Play is the subscription service for Battlefield 2042 publisher Electronic Arts, with an active membership bringing with it a number of perks. This includes a 10% discount on Battlefield 2042 microtransactions and free items. As part of the subscription, you will also gain access to 10 hour trials for upcoming EA titles, including Battlefield 2042. The Battlefield 2042 EA Play Trial allows you to play from 12th November 2021. You will then be able to play Battlefield 2042 for 10 hours through the EA Play Trial.

You can find a full list of All EA Play Games on PS5, PS4 through the link. A subscription to EA Play costs £3.99/$4.99 per month, or £19.99/$29.99 per year. You can subscribe for just a single month in order to download and play the EA Play Trial of Battlefield 2042. Your save progress will carry across to the full game, including your Battlefield 2042 rank and unlocks.

Battlefield 2042 Gold and Ultimate Edition Early Access Release Date

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If you want to heavily invest in Battlefield 2042, then you'll be able to play the game from 12th November 2021 by buying either the Gold Edition or Ultimate Edition. In addition to Early Access, the Gold Edition comes with:

  • PS5 and PS4 versions
  • Year 1 Pass (four new Specialists, four Battle Passes, and three Epic Skin bundles)

If you opt for the Ultimate Edition, you'll get:

  • PS5 and PS4 versions
  • Year 1 Pass (four new Specialists, four Battle Passes, and three Epic Skin bundles)
  • Midnight Ultimate Bundle
  • Official digital artbook
  • Exclusive digital soundtrack

The Battlefield 2042 Gold Edition costs £89.99/$99.99 and the Ultimate Edition is priced at £109.99/$119.99. If you're subscribed to EA Play, you'll receive a 10% discount for both versions. Pre-load is available from 10th November 2021.


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