Bad Company beta preview, details and sign up [update]
by Dustin Burg 
{ Mar 20th 2008 at 1:15PM }
Update: Hopefully you got in, because all of the public beta codes have been exhausted. Though, you can still grab one if you're a part of IGN's Insider or Founder's club.
But a few hours ago, the Battlefield: Bad Company beta was officially revealed and specifics were a bit light. But now IGN just posted more information regarding the beta including multiplayer details and official links for you to grab your beta code today.
First off, we're sure you want to know how you can confirm your beta seat right now, so let's talk about that. To grab a beta download key, head over to File Planet, answer a few screener questions and login / create an IGN account. Once that's complete, you'll be redirected to a confirmation page where, if they're still available, you'll be treated to an Xbox Live redemption code to gain access into the beta which kicks off on March 25th. Easy as pie!
Next up, Bad Company beta multiplayer specifics. IGN posted a introductory video (embedded above) showing off the new Gold Rush gametype, how it's played and the strategies involved. If you're hungry for more deets, IGN also posted weapon, vehicle and gadget information so you'll be prepared for battle come Monday. Make the jump, get your read on and be sure to sign up for the beta key ASAP. We're not sure how long those keys will last.
[Thanks, Chris]
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Magic Whiskey @ Mar 20th 2008 1:20PM
Tuesday my AK-47 goes pew pew pew!
Clear some room on your HD...the beta is 1.07GB.
john paul @ Mar 20th 2008 1:22PM
IDC but this is more important
now i can play BOTH too human and GTAIV
!!!!
http://www.joystiq.com/2008/03/20/gamestops-too-human-placeholder-moved-from-may-to-august/
Zac LaCombe @ Mar 20th 2008 1:24PM
As of 12:23 PM CST, the Beta codes are still accessible though GameSpy/FilePlanet.
Neuromancer @ Mar 20th 2008 1:27PM
10-4 that's a lima charley
ZEBRA NINER @ Mar 20th 2008 1:30PM
I JUST got my code. W00T!
BirdmanSTX @ Mar 20th 2008 1:37PM
Sweetness... Thanks X3F!
Chris @ Mar 20th 2008 1:43PM
sucks ass you have to pay to get a code what a fucking con
Jedijoe9 @ Mar 20th 2008 1:48PM
I didn't have to pay to get a code...
I just got mine, but I won't be able to play until the 30th. ANy idea when the beta ends?
LEG3ND @ Mar 20th 2008 1:53PM
Got my code and downloading cant wait till tues good sh*t X3F
SAGExSDX @ Mar 20th 2008 2:14PM
@Jedijoe9,
ends april 25th
vin1794 @ Mar 20th 2008 7:00PM
Awesome just picked up my key!
rockeranimefreak @ Mar 20th 2008 2:17PM
got my code. I also beta'd CoD4 last year... This better kick a55! =)
Jonman @ Mar 20th 2008 2:20PM
Make sure you put that you've played some Battlefield games before, and that you've played some beta before - otherwise, it won't let you in.
Max @ Mar 20th 2008 2:21PM
Well I got my code but because my 360 is out for repairs I just have to hope I get it back before the beta ends on April 25th! :(
sku110ne @ Mar 20th 2008 2:32PM
invalid code...awesome
x silence x @ Mar 20th 2008 2:36PM
Free codes are gone!
Happy that I scooped mine in time :)
ZZZZ @ Mar 20th 2008 2:56PM
Invalid code for 30 mins, while trying to figure it out, keys "exhausted". -_-
ANt @ Mar 20th 2008 3:02PM
I'm in, downloading the beta now!! IGN rules!!
ANt @ Mar 20th 2008 3:03PM
The demo footage looks great too....can it be better than COD4??
It's gonna be tough to be that.....
Ghostbuddy @ Mar 20th 2008 3:24PM
W00t...See you guys online on march 25th..
Sgt Barone @ Mar 20th 2008 3:48PM
w00t! i got 2 (one from File Planet and one from Gamestop.com)! i gave one to me and one to my cousin.
URPREY @ Mar 20th 2008 4:55PM
What a load. Offer keys for a couple of hours and then require that I pay for access to a crappy website to get one?
marklar @ Mar 20th 2008 7:08PM
sucks for those who were slow to act on this - i got my key though (fer free)
Thomas Brown @ Mar 20th 2008 7:17PM
I have a founders club membership which is free because I have Comcast. I also was able to make 2 more accounts (Non-Founders club) and get 2 more keys, so now I have 3. I gave em out to my 2 clan mates.
Zac LaCombe @ Mar 21st 2008 12:57AM
Why is everyone complaining about "paying"? Had you got in the free way as others did, you wouldn't have to pay. Quit the belly-aching. It's all about timing.
StormXIII @ Mar 21st 2008 7:52PM
Please can anyone snatch me a code? i can't get one :( i REALLY want it so bad , please.
Mark @ Mar 26th 2008 11:10AM
I pre-ordered this like a month ago and never received a key, how gay is that?