The next Battlefield will be fully announced this summer: EA prepares a large-scale release by March 2026
Electronic Arts has finally revealed its plans for the future of Battlefield: a full announcement of the new part of the cult shooter will take place this summer, and the release is scheduled for the end of March 2026. For the first time in the history of the series, the developers are actively involving players in testing and improving the game through the Battlefield Labs programme, which allows fans to influence the future of the franchise.
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During EA's financial report, CEO Andrew Wilson called the new Battlefield "a key step in the development of the next generation of blockbusters" and confirmed that the development is on schedule. The game is being created by four studios at once: DICE is responsible for multiplayer, Motive for maps and missions, Criterion for the story mode, and Ripple Effect is preparing a new experience for the series.
For several months now, closed testing has been underway with select players from around the world. Through Battlefield Labs, fans can be the first to try out experimental modes, new weapons, balancing, and destruction mechanics, and their feedback directly affects the further development of the game. DICE regularly reports on the progress: the team is working on improving environmental destruction, weapon balance, combat pace, and the class system.
EA promises transparency and regular dialogue with the community in response to criticism of the previous release of Battlefield 2042, which did not meet the expectations of fans. It is known that the new game will be modern, with an emphasis on large-scale battles, destruction, and the classic Battlefield spirit, but the details of the gameplay and storyline are still kept secret.
Source: EA
