How to Play Squad PS5 Console Alpha Test—Dates & Sign-Up Details
The popular tactical FPS Squad is making its long-awaited leap to consoles, with PlayStation 5 receiving an alpha test before other platforms. The game, which has dominated PC since its 2020 release on Steam, has sold over 10 million copies and built a significant community among tactical shooter enthusiasts.
Offset Games announced the console version through an Official Console Announcement Trailer, marking a major milestone for the six-year-old franchise. While PlayStation 5 gets first access through the alpha test, the game is confirmed to be coming to Xbox consoles as well, though specific timelines for those platforms haven’t been detailed.
The PS5 alpha is accessible to interested players through a straightforward signup process: players simply need to download the Squad alpha from the PlayStation Store by searching for the game on their console. This approach allows Offset Games to test the console version with a broader audience while gathering feedback before a full release.
The expansion to consoles represents a significant growth opportunity for Squad, which has maintained a dedicated playerbase on PC through regular updates and community engagement. The game’s transition to console marks another successful example of a PC-first tactical shooter finding an audience on mainstream platforms, following similar paths taken by other competitive FPS titles.
The alpha test will be crucial for optimizing the PlayStation 5 experience, with developers likely focusing on controller implementation, performance optimization, and interface adjustments to suit console gameplay.