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How to preload Black Ops 6

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Are you looking to preload Black Ops 6? We have you covered with all the information you need.

The latest entry in the Call of Duty franchise will mark a new era. Namely, the Xbox Game Pass era, with Black Ops 6 available on the service on launch day this upcoming October 25.

Whether you're playing via Game Pass, or either bought the game on console or PC, you will be able to preload the game so you can hit the ground running when it unlocks.

How to preload Black Ops 6?

Obviously, the first thing to know is whether you have the option to preload Black Ops 6 or not. You'll be able to preload the game if you pre-ordered the game.

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Black Ops 6 is almost here!

Also, if you're subscribed to the following Game Pass tiers:

  • Game Pass Ultimate
  • PC Game Pass

Sadly, if you're a Game Pass Standard user you won't be able to do it.

Preload on Game Pass

To preload via Game Pass either on PC or via Xbox, here's how to do it.

  • Open the Game Pass tab
  • Search for Call of Duty Black Ops 6
  • Select the Standard version
  • Install!

Preload on Xbox

If you decide to purchase the game but have no active Game Pass subscription, do the following:

  • Go to My games & apps and select See all.
  • Select Full library
  • Select All owned games
  • Find and select Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
  • Select Install all

Preload on PlayStation 5

  • Select Game Library from the Games section on the PlayStation 5 home screen
  • Under Your Collection, find and select Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
  • Select Download
  • The game will install automatically

Preload on PlayStation 4

  • Select Library from the PlayStation 4 home screen
  • In the Purchased folder, find and select Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
  • Select Download
  • The game will install automatically

Preload on Battle.net

  • Launch the Battle.net app and log in to your account
  • Select All Games
  • Find and select Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
  • Confirm the installation location on your computer, then select Install to download and install the game

Preload on Steam

  • Launch the Steam app and log in to your account
  • Select Library
  • Find and select Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
  • Select the Install button to download and install the game

Preload on Microsoft Store on PC

  • Open your Microsoft Store Library
  • Select My Library
  • Select the Download icon next to Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 to download and install the game

And that's all you need to know about the Black Ops 6 preload. For more content, we recommend you check out the system requirements of you're planning on playing on PC.