The Finals, a new multiplayer shooter from Embark Studios, is going live in Closed Beta today. And, contrary to popular belief, there’s a way to guarantee that you’ll be playing in the game’s first Beta testing period.
Here’s how you can get a guaranteed access key for The Finals Beta for free:
- First, download the SteelSeries app here.
- Install the application and sign in or make a SteelSeries account.
- Open the newly-installed app.
- Click Giveaways.
- Find The Finals promotion, and choose Get Key.

- Copy the code provided, then open Steam.
- Click Games in the toolbar, then Activate a Product on Steam.
- Hit Next, then I Agree.
- Paste in your key.
- You’ve now claimed access to The Finals with your exclusive Closed Beta Key! The game can now be installed and played.
Note: This method of claiming a free The Finals Beta Key will only work for those in the NA or EU regions.
Now that you’re free to get stuck in, don’t forget to unlock these free rewards in The Finals – and keep them forever!

Here’s everything you need to know about The Finals Closed Beta’s start/end date, install size, and how to get playing!
What’s more, The Finals is only currently available on PC, however, the free-to-play game will also be launching on PS5 and Xbox Series X for its official release.
For those further afield, or unwilling to download the SteelSeries app, there is another option to help you get access.
How to Request Access to The Finals Beta
- Head to the Steam Store or open your Steam application on PC.
- Log in to your Steam account.
- Search for The Finals
- Scroll down on the game’s store page and click the green Request Access button.

- Confirm your decision by clicking Request Access in the pop-up.
- You have now successfully signed up for The Finals Closed Beta access!
Bear in mind that access to The Finals is not guaranteed. You’ll know if you’ve been picked for the game’s early trial if you receive an email in your inbox about it.
UPDATE: The Finals developer just confirmed that more Closed Beta invites are being sent out!
Wednesday 8th of March 2023
The SteelSeries app no longer has a giveaway for The Finals closed beta keys.
Tuesday 7th of March 2023
error occured if anyone has a fix pls lmk
Tuesday 7th of March 2023
Issues getting verified account on steelseries resulting in not able to grab key, also on their app after many attempts grabbing a key it says; "an error occured"
Maybe someone else gets through
Tuesday 7th of March 2023
click reset password
Tuesday 7th of March 2023
if you dont get an email verification, use the GG app and log out then and verification email will come. have fun =)
Tuesday 7th of March 2023
"an error occurred"