Key Takeaways

  • After the launch of Battlefield 2042 and other previous failures, it appears that they want to make the next one count.
  • EA is reportedly increasing playtests to ensure players enjoy the next Battlefield game they release.
  • Lots of speculation has already been raised about massive changes, such as free-to-play modes and new/returning mechanics.

Although Battlefield 5 was launched in a fairly inadequate state, the subsequent release, Battlefield 2042, proved to be a disaster over 10 times larger, failing not only on a technical level but also in terms of sales, player counts, and poor user ratings.


Luckily, many have returned to Battlefield 2042 and noticed the sweeping changes that have been made. Not only is the game highly functional now, but ongoing reworks and changes have improved the overall experience. That said, it’s still hard to make a complete comeback when people still talk about the terrible initial state of the game.

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New reports now show that EA is making the smart move to heighten the number of playtests along with other foundational changes for the upcoming Battlefield game to ensure that the next launch won’t have any disastrous effects on the game’s future.

Discarded map in Battlefield 2042

Although not much is known about this next title in the franchise, with most simply referring to it as Battlefield 6, we know that EA is hoping to make this one count. Not only is DICE working on the game, but also three other studios: Motive, Criterion Games, and Ripple Effect.


Dice has long been the sole developer of the franchise. With Battlefield 1 in 2016, Battlefield 5 in 2018, and, of course, Battlefield 2042 in 2021, they’ve already been known to deliver these massive experiences almost entirely in-house.

With the franchise focusing on destructible environments and large battles sweeping through sea, land, and sky, it’s exciting to think about what improvements can be made with this bigger team, not only with a lot more gameplay elements, but also the polish we’ve come to expect from the next generation of games.

Additionally, these recent reports of frequent playtesting help indicate that EA is putting its money where its mouth is. This time, it’s separating itself from the troubled development of Battlefield 2042 and improving upon the player experience that was sadly tarnished.

Knowing Battlefield‘s history, along with the changes made in recent years with Battlefield 2042, helps support the idea that the upcoming Battlefield has the opportunity to really break the waves and do something grander than its predecessors.



What We Know About The Next Battlefield

A scene of sea based warfare from Battlefield 4.

A lot of speculation has already been raised about the next Battlefield, and one huge possibility is a shift to some form of free-to-play model. Live services have shaken the industry, for better or worse, and Battlefield 5’s Firestorm battle royale mode showed that the massive arenas of Battlefield suit the mode nicely.

Additionally, other specific gameplay elements, such as lean mechanics, are rumored to return, showing a much-needed return to form many Battlefield fans have hoped for after 2042 left a lot behind.

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Previous elements of Battlefield games, like the Community Test Environment that was available in both Battlefield 1 and 4, and more notably, the insane progress done in Battlefield 2042, do an excellent job at proving that EA and DICE have the capacity for this improvement on the player experience.


The next Battlefield seems to be shaping up for a solid launch, and the continual development and post-launch roadmap will hopefully be solid as well, making whatever game they release last in the coming years.

There’s really no way to know if Battlefield 6, or whatever future Battlefield title they’re planning, will be a knockout success, so speculation is always crucial. But this time, you can bet EA and DICE will be listening a bit closer to the community.

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