How to get into the Call of Duty: Black Ops III multiplayer beta

Activision is finally preparing to unleash a new Call of Duty multiplayer beta upon the world as the company aims to get you amped up once again for the military shooter franchise.

Call of Duty: Black Ops III’s multiplayer beta starts August 19 on PlayStation 4. The Xbox One and PC, meanwhile, get it starting August 26, and the online test runs through the end of the month. We also finally know how you can get into the beta, and — surprise — it’s all about getting those preorder numbers up.