Intense sneak peek at Battlefield 6 showcases realistic combat within a fractured United States, with a forthcoming unveiling of multiplayer features
Battlefield 6, the latest instalment in the popular first-person shooter series, is set to launch later this year on Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PlayStation 5. The game is being developed by four studios under EA, collectively known as "Battlefield Studios," with DICE leading the development of the multiplayer and Criterion providing support.
Expectations for Battlefield 6 are high, given the resources tied up in its development and the mixed reactions to its predecessor, Battlefield 2042, which launched in 2021. Ripple Effect, another studio under EA, is working on a new mode for Battlefield 6, but details are scarce. What we do know is that Ripple Effect is developing a new Battle Royale mode for Battlefield 6, described as a "brand new experience" separate from the game's launch content.
The Battlefield 6 Battle Royale mode aims to blend the franchise’s signature large-scale warfare and destructible environments into the Battle Royale formula, positioning it as a distinct alternative to Warzone’s infantry-focused style. The mode is expected to arrive post-launch and is connected to Battlefield Labs, indicating ongoing experimentation or testing. However, specifics on gameplay differences and whether it will be free-to-play or its exact release date remain undisclosed.
Meanwhile, Respawn Entertainment is working on a third game in its Star Wars Jedi series and providing support on Star Wars: Zero Company, a turn-based strategy game set during the Clone Wars. Star Wars: Zero Company is being developed by an external team at Bit Reactor and is set to launch in 2025. The game features two confirmed factions: Pax Armata and NATO forces.
Recent developments at EA have seen layoffs across teams, including the cancelation of a Titanfall incubation project and the shuttering of Cliffhanger Games earlier this year. In 2024, EA canceled a Star Wars shooter in development at Respawn Entertainment, resulting in the layoff of 670 employees.
As we await more details about Battlefield 6 and Star Wars: Zero Company, the multiplayer for Battlefield 6 will be revealed on July 31, 2025, while Star Wars: Zero Company is set to launch in 2025. The reveal trailer for Battlefield 6 shows places like New York City under attack, suggesting a divided United States. It's an exciting time for fans of both franchises, and we look forward to seeing what the future holds.
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