The release of Black Ops 6 is imminent, with global access set for October 25. However, players can use the New Zealand trick to start playing early, including all game modes. While Activision has eliminated early access for the campaign, methods are available for Xbox and PC users to change region settings. PlayStation users might face challenges due to account region locks. The earliest access through this trick begins on October 24 at 1:00 pm.
The anticipation for Black Ops 6 is nearly at its peak, and if you’re eager to get your hands on it before the official launch, there’s a popular method from New Zealand that can help you experience the game early.
Unlike previous installments, Activision has decided to eliminate early access for Black Ops 6, including the single-player campaign that usually becomes available ahead of the rest. As a result, the single-player campaign, multiplayer mode, and Zombies mode will all launch simultaneously on October 25.
Nonetheless, there is a way to start playing before this date. Here’s how you can utilize the New Zealand method to get an early start with BO6, including the timing for access.
How to Play Black Ops 6 Early Using the New Zealand Method
For Xbox Users
- Open your console settings.
- Navigate to the System option.
- Select “Language and Location”.
- Change your “Location” to New Zealand.
- Choose “Restart Now” to reboot your console with the new settings.
- Visit the official Call of Duty website.
- Log into your account.
- Go to the “Basic Information” tab.
- Update your address to a New Zealand address.
- Click “Save”.
For PC (Game Pass) Users
- Open Windows settings.
- Select “Time and Language”.
- Go to “Region”.
- Set your region to New Zealand.
- Restart your PC.
- Log back into the Xbox app; the currency should now display in New Zealand dollars (NZD).
- Visit the Call of Duty website and repeat the steps above to adjust your Activision account region.
For PlayStation Users
Playing on PS4 or PS5 is a bit more complicated since Black Ops 6 will be distributed through the Call of Duty HQ app in content packs rather than as a standard update. It’s currently unclear if the New Zealand method will be effective this year for PlayStation users.
Additionally, PSN binds your account to a specific region upon creation, and changing this is not feasible. In previous years, some players have managed this by creating a new account with a New Zealand address, allowing them to purchase the game from the New Zealand PlayStation Store.
If this process is valid again this year, we’ll update this page with a comprehensive guide on how to execute it. For now, it’s recommended to hold off on purchases to avoid issues with a misaligned region account.
For Steam and Battle.net Users
Unfortunately, players on Steam or Battle.net can’t use this method. Both platforms lock users into their designated region, meaning adjusting time zones won’t allow early access to Black Ops 6.
When Can You Start Playing Black Ops 6?
By using this method, you’ll have the opportunity to log in and start playing Black Ops 6 as early as October 24 at 1:00 PM.
Although this doesn’t grant several extra days to complete the campaign, it does provide you with a few hours ahead of the global release. If you’re looking to jump into the game as soon as possible, be sure to check our guide on how to pre-download Black Ops 6 to minimize your wait time once it goes live.