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How to play NHL 24 closed beta: Dates & codes explained

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Montour tackling Pietrangelo in Madden 24.EA Sports

EA Sports have unveiled all the details regarding the first closed beta period of NHL 24. If you’re not familiar with that, here’s a guide with everything you need to know about the NHL 24 closed beta.

The NHL 24 community has been surprised by a new announcement from the dev team, indicating that the first closed beta period of NHL 24 is available. Players from all around the world will be able to enjoy the first glimpse of the new installment in the franchise.

However, not all fans will be able to be part of this playtest period. In order to play NHL 24 early, you must meet a series of requirements. If you’re not sure what they are, here’s a comprehensive guide with all the details you need to know, including the start date and how to access the NHL 24 closed beta.

NHL 24 closed beta start date

According to a post on the official X account, the NHL 24 closed beta is available as of August 21. That’s why if you’re one of the lucky participants, don’t waste any time and go enjoy the NHL 24 community playtest.

Finally, it’s important to clarify that the dev team didn’t specify when this initial closed beta period would end. We’ll make sure to keep you updated when EA Sports make any announcements regarding the community playtest.

How to access NHL 24 closed beta

The devs will be sending access codes for the NHL 24 community playtest via email. Those who receive these codes will have the opportunity to be among the first players to enjoy the new NHL 24 early.

How to get NHL 24 closed beta codes

Cale Makar in NHL 24EA Sports
Avalanche’s Cale Makar is the cover star of both NHL 24 editions.

The closed beta codes for NHL 24 are distributed to a limited number of players, making it impossible to guarantee that you will receive one. Since there is no guarantee when trying to obtain a playtest code, what you can do is complete the EA’s community playtest form, check if you are on the mailing list, and check your spam folder daily to see if you have received a closed beta code.

To complete the form you must:

  1. Go to the EA website
  2. Click on “Sign In To EA Playtesting”
  3. Once you sign in with your EA account, you must complete the form

Finally, follow these steps to check if you already are on EA’s mailing list:

  1. Go over the EA website
  2. Log in to your account
  3. Navigate to “Email Preferences”
  4. Tick the box to receive emails from EA about news and services.
  5. That’s it! Just make sure to check your inbox and spam folder daily to see if you have received a community playtest code

That’s all we know about the NHL 24 closed beta so far. For more about upcoming games, we suggest checking out our other guides:

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