What are the dates and times for the Call of Duty: Vanguard alpha on PlayStation 5 and PS4? How do you access the alpha test for Call of Duty: Vanguard? The next entry in Activision's ever-popular FPS franchise is coming our way, but before the full game launch in November, you'll be able to take part in a multiplayer alpha test. In this quick guide, we're bringing you all the details you need so you're ready for action.
When Does the Call of Duty: Vanguard Alpha Test Start and Finish?
What are the dates and times for the Vanguard alpha? Things kick off on Friday 27th August 2021. Here are all the regional times for when the Call of Duty: Vanguard alpha test begins:
Friday 27th August 2021
- North America: 10am PDT / 11am MDT / 12pm CDT / 1pm EDT
- UK/Ire: 6pm BST
- Europe: 7pm CEST / 8pm EEST
- Asia/Oceania: 2am JST / 1am AWST / 3am AEST
You will have about 48 hours to play the Call of Duty: Vanguard alpha, with the test coming to a close on Sunday 29th August 2021. Below are all the regional times for when the alpha test ends:
Sunday 29th August 2021
- North America: 10am PDT / 11am MDT / 12pm CDT / 1pm EDT
- UK/Ire: 6pm BST
- Europe: 7pm CEST / 8pm EEST
- Asia/Oceania: 2am JST / 1am AWST / 3am AEST
How Do You Play the Call of Duty: Vanguard Alpha?
Gaining access to the Call of Duty: Vanguard alpha test is easy. Simply go to the PlayStation Store on your PS5 or PS4, and do a search for 'Call of Duty: Vanguard Alpha'. It's a free download, and should be one of the first results you see. Alternatively, log into Call of Duty: Warzone, Modern Warfare, or Black Ops Cold War and you'll be able to find the download link on the left-hand side of the menu.
What's Included in the Call of Duty: Vanguard Alpha?
The Call of Duty: Vanguard alpha test has just one multiplayer mode included, namely Champion Hill. This is a new team-based mode with 2v2 and 3v3 variants available in the alpha. These are small scale battles between teams to see who comes out on top in round-robin deathmatches. Everyone starts with the same loadout, but picking up cash during a match will allow you to upgrade your starting weapons, giving you an advantage — but watch you're not picked off trying to collect the loot.
For taking part in the alpha test, you'll get a special Calling Card and Emblem, both usable in Vanguard and Warzone.
Do You Need PS Plus to Play the Call of Duty: Vanguard Alpha?
No, you do not need to be subscribed to PlayStation Plus in order to access the alpha test.
On Which Consoles Can You Play the Call of Duty: Vanguard Alpha?
The Call of Duty: Vanguard alpha test is available on both PS5 and PS4, so don't worry if you haven't managed to get a new console yet. The alpha is exclusive to PlayStation, so it won't be available on other platforms.
Will There Be a Call of Duty: Vanguard Beta Test Later?
Yes! If you can't get enough of Call of Duty: Vanguard, or if you missed the alpha test, rest assured you'll have another opportunity to play before the full game releases in November. A beta test will be taking place in September.
From 10th to 13th September, PlayStation users who have pre-ordered Call of Duty: Vanguard will be able to play the beta test. Then, between 16th and 20th September, all PS5 and PS4 users can join the fun when the beta opens up.
Will you be playing the Call of Duty: Vanguard alpha test? Put those boots on the ground in the comments section below.
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So are we sure you don't have to have the game pre-ordered to get access to this? The store kinda makes it look like you do...least when I checked yesterday
Not particularly interested tbh...hardly played MW2019 and coldwar and this years cod doesn't look that good either...considering no one asked for another WW2 game says something
Played it for 10 minutes and deleted it imediately after that time of play. Went back to tsushima and will never come back to this crap game.
Let the MW2019 reskin commence.
( And BTW , please fire sledgehammer. Every single game they were involved was trash . they ruined MW3 , Advanced Warfare is just COD filler , WW2 barely kept anyones retention even after they ''improved'' the game , and they couldn't develop cold-war . Why do they still have these nobody, talentless , hacks around ?? )
@Bleachedsmiles no , its free.
why would they put a price on dog**** .
@ORO_ERICIUS
I completely understand why you did this.
I’ve played for 10 minutes and feel extremely underwhelmed.
Most likely I’ll do the same
Definitely no COD for me this year... I really don't want to play WW2 theme again. Tried this alpha and it managed only to prove my decision right after first 15 minutes. Goodbye COD, see you in 2022 (maybe).
I remember when these games used to be somewhat historically accurate. Why even use the time period if you’re not going to make it pure fantasy
I will not be playing this. In fact come November it's likely I'll be playing the upcoming Pokemon Diamond and Pearl Remakes instead.
@nomither6 😂😂
Ever since MW19, I loathe Activision so much that I'm even considering to buy Battlefield 2042 from freaking EA.
It was fast paced but the respawn mechanic is messy. Spawns you right in front of the enemy sometimes. And it is just because the maps are too small.
By the time game figures out the player's respawn location, the rival player has already sprinted there unknowingly.
Its sometime very tense, especially during the later half of the elimination rounds.
But its same ol' CoD. Nothing new. Just a spin on MW gunfight with player loadout choice.
Played two games yesterday, didn't really enjoy the mode tbh, prefer a team death match or domination. Probably won't get this tbh didn't feel good.
Not into multiplayer unless story co-op. So I only want to play the Campaign - Mostly because the trailer looked stunning!
Digital Artist are living a dream right now.
Probably super short, so will just rent it - spending $12 for it sounds about right.
Played it, hated it. It's cut and paste CoD, I don't know why I expected the WWII setting to see the series step out of its beige comfort zone. The story trailer was painful, absolutely nothing we haven't seen done to death before and everything felt so last gen. Gonna pass this.
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