How to pre-load Battlefield 2042 – Timing and availability

Battlefield 2042 is scheduled for a Nov. 12 launch for those with early access. Since the release date is closing in, EA and the developers have shared the pre-load date and time for the game. Pre-load availability varies for different platforms.

Here are the pre-load schedule for Battlefield 2042 on every available platform:

• Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One - Nov. 6 from 12 AM PT
• PC - Nov. 10 from 3 AM PT
• PS5 and PS4 - Nov. 10 from 12 AM local time

Players can pre-load the game from the platform they purchased it for. Moreover, EA Play Pro subscribers can also pre-load the game on their respective platforms.

• Xbox consoles - Microsoft Store
• PC - Steam / Origin / Epic Games / EA Desktop App
• PlayStation consoles - PlayStation Store

Related: How to play Battlefield 2042 early – Early Access release date

The early pre-load timing for Xbox consoles is most likely due to the partnership between EA and Microsoft. Furthermore, the extended pre-load date for PC is to ensure that there are minimum leaks before the release. Data miners can easily access game files on PC and extract information which then spreads in the community like wildfire.

Pre-loads are only available to players who pre-order Battlefield 2042. There are also some exclusive rewards and bonuses for those who pre-order the game. BF 2042 also features three different editions of the game that you can select from.

Stay tuned to Pro Game Guides for more Battlefield 2042 coverage. In the meantime, check out our article - All confirmed Battlefield 2042 maps.