Arc System Works announced the BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle open beta test begins on March 2 for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Windows. The beta period allows Xbox and PC players to try out BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle before its launch on the platforms.
Episode Mode, Training Mode, Network Mode, VS Mode, Tactics Mode, Survival Mode, Gallery Mode, Replay Theater, and the full Special Edition roster are all accessible within the BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle open beta test. This means players may enjoy single player content and online multiplayer during the beta period. However, save data does not transfer to the full game, and Xbox Live Gold is required for online play. The beta lasts from March 2 at 5 p.m. PT to March 5 at 11 p.m. PT.
Here’s a rundown of the BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle open beta test via Arc System Works:
Available Game Modes
- Episode Mode: Enjoy the story
- Training Mode: Practice the controls, with a variety of training settings available to recreate situations from matches
- Network Mode: Play online with players from all over the world, in Ranked Matches, Room Matches, and more
- VS Mode: Select characters freely to face off in offline matches
- Tactics Mode: Learn the game’s unique mechanics as you play
- Survival Mode: Take down one opponent after the next
- Gallery Mode: This mode lets you view a variety of graphics
- Replay Theater: Check out match replays you’ve saved here
Additional Beta Notes
- Online multiplayer available without Xbox Live Gold subscription
- Network connection required to play, including offline modes
- Application and online multiplayer are available for free, customers are responsible for their network connection fees
- Saved data cannot be carried over to main game
- Contents of the BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle open beta test may differ from main BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle game
Lastly, BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle is available now for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam