Battlefield 6 has a lot riding on its shoulders, even if you discount the fact that it’s supposed to revitalize an entire franchise. Having undergone years of development, molded by player feedback along the way, the upcoming title is being positioned as EA’s next live-service hit. The franchise’s return to its modern roots is reason enough for fans to get excited, and all the action shown off in the reveal is only fanning those flames. To help you learn more about the game, we’ve put together a handy guide going over everything you need to know about Battlefield 6 so far.
Battlefield 6 Release Date (Leaked)
According to reputed dataminer billbil-kun, Battlefield 6 will hit the shelves on October 10. Unlike prior franchise entries, there will be no early access period for players who pre-order the game’s Deluxe Edition.
The leaked date lines up with EA CEO, Andrew Wilson’s comments from May, where he confirmed that the game will release before March 2026. With GTA 6 vacating its previously rumored Q4 release window, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 rumored to release in November, an October release date gives plenty of time for Battlefield 6 to hog consumer attention.
Keep in mind that an official release date is yet to be confirmed, so take this information with a grain of salt.
Battlefield 6 Pre-Orders
Billbil-kin’s report also outlined that Battlefield 6’s pre-orders will commence following its multiplayer reveal event on July 31. The game will be available in two different editions, and you can learn more about them in our dedicated guide.
Battlefield 6 Platforms
Unlike its main rival in Call of Duty, Battlefield 6 is finally skipping old-gen machines and releasing solely on current-gen consoles. Here are all the platforms Battlefield 6 will be available on:
- PS5
- Xbox Series X/S
- PC
Battlefield 6 Open Beta
Battlefield 6 underwent rigorous testing via the Battlefield Labs program. The secretive playtest invited a small number of players to test out the game, making them sign NDAs in the process. Of course, those vows of secrecy were almost immediately voided by several players, who began sharing gameplay clips on YouTube.
Nevertheless, EA have confirmed that an Open Beta, which extends the playtest to all players, will be arriving at some point. They added that players will be free to pick between Battlefield’s traditional class system, where weapons are tied to specific character classes, or a Call of Duty-esque weapon loadout system during the beta. They stopped short of confirming the playtest’s start date, but thankfully, that’s where the EA app came in.
As spotted by eagle-eyed Battlefield fans, the EA app on PC contained mentions of the BF6 beta alongside a publication date set for August 4, 2025. If true, the open beta will likely be announced during the multiplayer reveal event, so be sure to tune in.
Battlefield 6 Setting
Official details on Battlefield 6’s setting are scarce, but we do know that it’s set in the modern era and follows a conflict between a private military group and NATO. As revealed in its chaotic trailer, the military group is named ‘Pax Armata,’ and its attacks on territories including Belgium, Gibraltar, and Georgia have put the globe in a state of peril. Footage released thus far also suggests that allied nations such as France could be defecting to Pax Armata, who aim to nullify NATO’s influence.
Leaks surrounding the game’s setting have claimed that its events take place between 2027 and 2030, with missions spanning real-life locations such as the Great Siege Tunnels of Gibraltar. The rumor certainly lines up with the contents of the trailer, which displays New York facing heavy bombardment.
Battlefield 6 Battle Royale
What initially began as a rumor was all but confirmed after footage from Battlefield 6’s Battle Royale mode leaked a few weeks ago. BF6 will indeed feature a Battle Royale that will reportedly be free-to-play, giving it a fighting chance against heavyweights such as Warzone and Fortnite. Furthermore, its BR map is said to take place in California, which will be surrounded by a destructive ring made of a compound named ‘NXC.’
In terms of gameplay features, leaks suggest that custom weapon drops (akin to Warzone loadouts), vehicle containers locked behind keycard requirements, and priority missions that offer valuable rewards will be present in the BR mode. Another leak on the subject has hinted at an ‘Oversight System,’ which allows eliminated players to help their surviving teammates by operating drones, cameras, and turrets.
With the Battle Royale mode yet to be confirmed, we recommend taking these leaks with a grain of salt.
And that wraps up our guide on everything you need to know about Battlefield 6 so far. With the game still months away from release, we’ll be updating this article regularly with all the latest information. So, make sure to bookmark this page, and let us know your first impressions of the trailer in the comments.
