If you are waiting to play Overwatch Open Beta, I have here the release time and date for it so you won’t be staring at the monitor for too long.
For the open beta that gives access to everyone see below:
The all access portion of the Open Beta will begin on all supported platforms May 4 at 4:00 p.m. PDT (11:00 p.m.UTC). All players will be able to play for FREE during this period; no sign-up or code required.
The Open Beta will conclude in all regions for all players on Monday, May 9 at 10:00 a.m. PDT (5:00 p.m. UTC).
Before you begin, you’ll first need to download the Overwatch Open Beta on your chosen platform. To install and play on May 3 (for Early Access) or May 5 (for All Access), please follow the instructions below.
FOR WINDOWS PC:
Step 1: Download and install the Battle.net desktop app, if you haven’t already, and launch it.
Step 2: Create a FREE Battle.net account, or log in with an existing account.
Step 3: Click the “Overwatch” icon, located on the left-hand side of the Battle.net desktop app.
Step 4: Select your region from the drop-down menu, then click “Install” to begin the installation process.
Step 5: Once installed, click “Play” to begin!
FOR PLAYSTATION 4:
Step 1: Turn on your PlayStation 4 and log in to your preferred local user.
Step 2: Go to PlayStation Store and select “Search” from the top menu.
Step 3: In the search field, type in “Overwatch.”
Step 4: Select “Overwatch Open Beta” from the search results and then click “Download.”
Step 5: Once the download and installation process is complete, click “Start” to begin!
FOR XBOX ONE:
Step 1: Turn on your Xbox One and log in to your Xbox Live account.
Step 2: Go to the Xbox One Store, select “Games,” then select “Search All Games.”
Step 3: In the search field, type in “Overwatch.”
Step 4: Select “Overwatch Open Beta” from the search results and then click “Download.”
Step 5: Once the download and installation process is complete, click “Launch” to begin!
The Overwatch Open Beta client will be available for download on all supported platforms beginning at the designated launch times listed above: on May 3 (for Early Access) and on May 5 (for All Access). Pre-download will be available for players eligible for early access on Windows PC and Xbox One beginning April 29.