How to play Skull and Bones closed beta: Dates, sign-up, platforms, more

Skull and Bones finally has a release date, and ahead of its February 16 launch, Ubisoft Singapore are hosting another close beta. It is a bit relaxed on restrictions compared to previous closed tests, so here’s how to register for the upcoming Skull and Bones closed beta, including dates and more. 

It has been six years since Skull and Bones was first announced back in E3 2017, and the game has been in development since 2013. More than six delays later, Skull and Bones finally has a definitive release date, and a closed beta is planned shortly. 

Of course, it could get delayed again but since this beta is available for more players, the community now feels that Skull and Bones has survived the always-looming threat of being axed by Ubisoft.

It is a spiritual successor to Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag, so if you’re wondering how well the disputed water of Indian Oceans in Skull and Bones holds against the classic, here is how and when you can play the closed beta.

• Skull and Bones closed beta start date
• Skull and Bones closed beta registration
• Skull and Bones closed beta platform

Skull and Bones closed beta start and end dates

Skull and Bones closed beta will start on December 15 and will be available until December 18, 2023. Here are the exact times, as shared by Ubisoft:

• Pre-load: December 12, 1 AM PT / December 12, 10 AM CET
• Start time: December 14, 6 PM PT / December 15, 3 AM CET
• End time: December 18, 12 AM PT / December 18, 9 AM CET

How to register for Skull and Bones closed beta

To register for Skull and Bones’ closed beta follow these steps:

1. Head to Ubisoft’s official website for the game.
2. Scroll down a little.
3. Select the platform where you’d like to play the beta.
4. Click on “Register.”
5. Sign in to your Ubisoft account.

Just registering might not guarantee access; Ubisoft will hand out invites via email to those selected. No details have been shared by Ubisoft on how these invites are sent or their eligibility.

Skull and Bones closed beta platforms

The closed beta for Skull and Bones will be available on PC (via Ubisoft Connect and Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S|X.

Previously held closed sessions were only available for PC players and since this one is available on all platforms where the game is scheduled for release, it is a promising sign that the game will not get delayed again.

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