Battlefield 6 FAQ
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What is Battlefield 6?
Battlefield 6 is the newest entry in the iconic FPS series and is the most varied, in-depth entry yet. Battlefield 6 will launch with:
- Battlefield’s iconic All-Out Warfare multiplayer suite of Conquest, Breakthrough, and Rush
- Five additional multiplayer modes
- A thrilling single-player campaign that has you fighting battles across the world as part of an elite Marine unit
- The return of Battlefield Portal, which allows players to redraw the lines of battle by letting you create and play unique experiences with powerful creative tools.
Do I need to play any other Battlefield before Battlefield 6?
You do not need to have played any other Battlefield game to understand or enjoy Battlefield 6.
What platforms will Battlefield 6 be available on?
Battlefield 6 will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC (Steam, EA App, Epic Games Store). The game will be available digitally and in retail.
When does Battlefield 6 launch?
Battlefield 6 will release on October 10th, 2025.
Will Battlefield 6 be available on Switch 2?
We currently do not have plans to release Battlefield 6 on Switch 2.
What’s in the Phantom Edition of Battlefield 6?
The Phantom Edition includes a full game download of Battlefield 6, as well as the exclusive “Phantom Squad” Soldier Skin pack, plus two high-performance Weapon Packages, a Vehicle Skin, and a Combat Knife Skin.
The Phantom Edition also includes a token for Battlefield Pro, a Season 1 package that includes the Battle Pass, 25 Tier Skips, exclusive cosmetics, XP tokens, and much more.
Is there any way to purchase early access to Battlefield 6?
No. Battlefield 6 will launch worldwide on October 10, 2025 for everyone.
Will Battlefield 6 have DLC?
Battlefield 6 will receive content updates on a consistent, seasonal basis. All gameplay-impacting content (weapons, gadgets, maps, etc) will be free or earnable for players and will not require them to spend money.
Will Battlefield 6 have official Steam Deck Support?
There is currently no dedicated support for Steam Deck for Battlefield 6.
Do I need EA App to play Battlefield 6?
Steam players will not need to use EA App to play Battlefield 6 but will need an EA account. Those who purchased Battlefield 6 via the Epic Games Store will need EA App and an EA account to play.
EA Play Pro members get unlimited access to Battlefield 6 Phantom Edition on Day 1 through the EA App only.
Will Battlefield 6 have an Open Beta?
Yes, you will have the option to play Battlefield 6 with two sessions:
- August 9 - 10
- August 14 - 17
You can find full details on how to play the beta here.
Will Battlefield 6 have Single-Player?
Yes, Battlefield 6 will have a single-player campaign following a group of elite Marine raiders known as Dagger 1-3 as they fight to preserve global stability.
What are the recommended system specs for the new Battlefield?
We will be revealing more PC specific details as we get closer to launch, but our goal is to have the game perform well across a solid spectrum of hardware. We are also collaborating closely with our hardware partners to ensure a smooth experience while taking advantage of the latest features and enhancements.
Will Battlefield 6 Have A Server Browser?
Battlefield 6 will provide ways for our players to browse and create servers through Portal. These options will also be easily findable on the main menu of the game.
What anticheat measures will Battlefield 6 have in place?
Javelin Anticheat is EA’s evolving approach to ensuring that our players enjoy a fair gaming experience across all of our published titles.
Javelin has been built from the ground up by a team of veteran engineers and analysts focused on studying cheating problems for each specific game under EA’s umbrella and designing unique features to solve those issues.
Javelin is already part of other Battlefield titles, including Battlefield Labs, and will be integrated in Battlefield 6 when the game launches.
Will Battlefield 6 have quality/performance modes?
There will be an option to choose between prioritizing game performance or image quality on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
Will Battlefield 6 have PlayStation Pro-specific upgrades?
Yes, there will be visual performance enhancements for the PlayStation 5 Pro version of the game.
Will EA Play Pro players receive any benefits for Battlefield 6?
EA Play Pro players will receive early access to the Open Beta through the EA App only August 7 - 8. Access to the Open Beta for Battlefield 6 through EA Play Pro is only available on the EA App. EA Play Pro is not currently available on other platforms.
When Battlefield 6 launches, all EA Play members will receive an EA Play Deployment Pack containing a collection of cosmetics and XP Boost.
EA Play Pro members will have access to the Phantom Edition of Battlefield 6 through the EA App only.
Will Battlefield 6 Have Controller Support on PC?
Yes. Xbox Series S|X and PlayStation 5 controller support will be available on PC.
Is an Internet Connection Required to Play Battlefield 6?
An internet connection is necessary to download critical updates and play Battlefield 6.