@KOT-RottenDeslok Yes, the beta is open to all, but the word was that preordering it got you into the beta a week early (extra play time). I tried to enter the code I received on EA's site, and through Micro$oft, and looked all over Gamestop's website, but nothing worked. Called two different Gamestops, and their associates don't have a clue, either. It's really making me irritated.
@ChugKendall I'm only guessing but I would assume the code isn't needed until the early access beta actually starts and if the closed alpha hasn't started yet it may be a while yet, battlefield V had it's beta 1 month before launch and then the games launch was put back a month. So they may be doing it 1 or 2 months before release again.
I would watch out for any new info at the upcoming ea play event or on their website afterwards.
Steam has a betas code section on a game when you right click the game in library and consoles would probably use their shops redeem codes sections but I assume they won't work until it's actually available to download and play the early access beta, then it'll probably be downloadable in the shop section.
So i wouldn't worry too much about it until you get to the early beta date.
@Dabrry0523 Best Buy is listing options for both "Digital and Physical" versions of the game. It includes disc versions for the following platforms: Windows, PS 4 & 5, Xbox One & Series X. Below is a link to Best Buy and the Battlefield 2042 Windows (PC) physical disc version:
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/battlefield-2042-windows/6465745.p?skuId=6465745
The following is list of all physical disc versions for all supported platforms from Best Buy:
Look under "specifications" and under "Software Format" is notes physical. Best Buy also sells the digital version all supported platforms as well. The best thing is whichever option you choose, you the free Battlefield 2042 SteelBook case! Below is picture of the Scanavo - Battlefield 2042 steelbook:
