- Battlefield 6/REDSEC: Looking Ahead To Season 5 And Beyond - 2 October 2026
Looking Back On One YearSeason 5 EvolutionsComing in 2027LOOKING BACK ON ONE YEAR This October Battlefield 6 turns one year old. Since then, we've worked closely with players through Battlefield Labs and live game feedback to evolve and improve the Battlefield experience. Over the last year, we've added four seasons of content, brought back fan-favorite maps like Railway to Golmud and Wake Island, and introduced Naval Warfare. We've also spent that time improving the core Battlefield experience across Battlefield 6 and REDSEC, including combat. That work has included faster progression, ongoing work for balance between land, air, and naval combat, and Aim Assist tuning that more closely matches the feel of the Open Beta. As shared in our Battlefield Combat - Gunplay update, we’ve also adjusted recoil and body damage multipliers to make close-range firefights and Time-To-Kill feel more r…
- Battlefield 6 - Anticheat Metrics - August - 2 October 2026
Hey Soldier,August and Season 4 were well on their way. With the launch of Naval Combat, new vehicles and ways to play, there come opportunities for bad-actors to try to use them for malicious purposes. In the previous July update, MIR ended at 4.76% and has stabilized to 4.64% at the start of August.Refer to our January update, where we discussed how the MIR updates to understand how and why these shifts occur in more detail.August: Results & ImpactMatch Infection Rate: The percentage of matches across the title that were negatively impacted by at least one cheater. This includes all suspected cheaters you've reported, even those we might not have enough evidence to enforce against.From the end of July, MIR started at 4.64%. This continued to steadily decline as low as 2.89% on August 25th, and then began to see an increase to 3.24% at the end of August on the 31st as of this update.Th…
- Battlefield 6 - Community Update - Siege of Vegas Incoming - 30 September 2026
Hey everyone, Season 5 is almost here, bringing new places to fight, new ways to play, and plenty of updates across Battlefield. With three new maps taking us to Vegas across the whole season (including two ready for action right at launch), new weapons joining the arsenal, Rapid Royale arriving in REDSEC, more updates across gameplay and Portal, and Server Browser coming later in the season, there’s a lot heading your way.Beyond the new content, we also want to use this Community Update to give you some early context on some of the changes arriving alongside Season 5, ahead of our full reveal soon to follow. That includes updates to combat, how we're approaching matchmaking and REDSEC playlist rotations, new updates for Portal, and more. Let’s take an early look at some of what’s coming with the first phase of Season 5. Season 5Kicking Off with Two New Maps in the DesertThese maps will…
- BATTLEFIELD 6 GAME UPDATE 1.4.3.5 - 29 September 2026
Battlefield 6 Game Update 1.4.3.5 is a smaller quality-of-life update featuring targeted fixes across menus, the HUD, social features, game modes, maps, AI behaviour, and general stability.At 08:00 UTC tomorrow, Wednesday, September 30, players will be able to download the update across all platforms. Key Updates for 1.4.3.5More Reliable Menus and HUD: Social information, the downed-state minimap, and End of Round navigation now behave more consistently.Cleaner Match Experience: Targeted map, mode, and AI updates reduce disruptive environment issues and improve behaviour during matches.PS5 and Stability Improvements: Game launch reliability, optic presentation, and Spectator mode stability have been improved. CHANGELOG PLAYER:Dev Note: Based on community feedback, we’ve removed the class restrictions from the Lt. Bradley “Rooster” Bradshaw and Lt. Robert “Bob” Floyd character skins. Bot…
- Battlefield Community Survey – Tidal Strike - 23 September 2026
Your feedback helps shape Battlefield. Our latest Community Survey is now live, focused on Tidal Strike. It takes around 5 minutes to complete, with responses available on a first come, first served basis.Take the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/G73MT2RThere are plenty of other routes, where we take in more of your comments directly rather than specific questions. We're also reading your feedback across Reddit, BFComms on X, Discord, Battlefield Labs, and more. Thank you for helping us improve Battlefield.
- 1.4.3.1 Known Issues and Status Roundup - September 18 - 18 September 2026
Today, we wanted to follow up on our previous update as we head into the weekend. Here’s a status update on what we’re currently investigating as of September 18. Proximity Chat Status: Proximity Chat will remain disabled throughout the weekend as we continue to investigate the issues related to the feature. We will provide an update once we re-enable it.Matchmaking in REDSEC: From our data, as well as comments from the community, matchmaking has stabilized since the release of 1.4.3.1, and we are continuing to monitor it as one of our highest priorities over the course of the weekend. Missing Weapon Attachments: We have investigated the issue of missing attachments. We are seeing that this issue is isolated to the Firing Range and does not affect live multiplayer or REDSEC matches. We will continue to investigate and work on a resolution.Vehicle Spawn Protection: We've seen some confus…
- 1.4.3.0 Known Issues and Status Roundup - September 16 - 16 September 2026
With Battlefield 6 Update 1.4.3.0 now live, we wanted to give you an update on what we’re currently investigating following the patch and the additional client hotfix deployed today, September 16. Missing Weapon Attachments: We’re investigating reports of missing/switching attachments since Season 4 Phase 3 went live.Battle Royale Modes Matchmaking: We are continuing to investigate the underlying issue. As this doesn’t affect all players in all regions, this has been more difficult to pin down. Disabled Proximity Chat: We have disabled Proximity Chat to investigate an issue related to the feature and will provide an update once we re-enable it.Minimap Issue: The underlying issue with the Minimap being invisible when downed has been found. We're working to include a fix for this in our next client update.Deep Six Event Pop Up: We resolved an issue that caused the Deep Six Event informati…
- Battlefield 6 Free Trial Live Now - 15 September 2026
Until Sept 22, experience ultimate all-out warfare for free during the Battlefield 6 Free Trial. Drop into our biggest Battlefield 6 map yet, Tsuru Reef. Enter a sprawling island chain dense with luxury bungalows, tropical vegetation, and jagged cliff edges. Engage in naval combat across the surrounding ocean, or utilize land and air vehicles to take it to the max. With support for all modes, this archipelago is the ultimate theater of war. Experience the return of Wake Island. Multi-front war shatters the tranquility of this vast, isolated paradise in the Pacific Ocean. Patrol and defend the shoreline, demolish bunkers with C-4, or take advantage of the offshore aircraft carrier. Maximize every move in this deceptively scenic coastal terrain. Choose from three modes, including Battlefield's signature all-out warfare in Conquest, where tanks, jets, and attack helicopters turn the tides…
- Battlefield 6 | REDSEC Season 4: Tidal Strike - 15 September 2026
DEEP SIX COLLECTION EVENT Collect and conquer. Gather intel devices across either Battlefield 6 or REDSEC to complete challenges and secure unique themed collectables worth fighting for. Complete the event and unlock a bonus final reward, the Royal Navy Dive Knife. PHANTOM PROGRAM Investigate Fort Lyndon and master your decryption skills to reconstruct a powerful access code capable of turning the tide in REDSEC. FINISH PATHS, UNLOCK REWARDS Get the most out of your Battle Pass or Battlefield Pro before Season 4 ends. Dive in now to tackle Challenges, complete paths, and reap rewards.
- BATTLEFIELD 6 GAME UPDATE 1.4.3.0 - 14 September 2026
BATTLEFIELD 6 UPDATE 1.4.3.0 Battlefield 6 Game Update 1.4.3.0 deploys on Tuesday, September 15, alongside Season 4: Tidal Strike.Take on the new Deep Six Collection Event to earn Weapon Packages, a new knife, and other Customization Rewards. Proximity Chat arrives in Battlefield Labs for Live, while a new version of the Phantom Program comes to REDSEC. Find the full list of upcoming QoL changes, balance updates, and bug fixes below.At 8:00 UTC, the update becomes available to download across all platforms, bringing the latest gameplay changes to Battlefield 6. At 12:00 UTC, Season 4: Tidal Strike content goes live, including the Deep Six Collection Event, the Phantom Program, and Proximity Chat. NEW CONTENTDeep Six Collection EventDeep Six is a new Collection Event starting with Tidal Strike on September 15 and running through October 12. Earn a series of exclusive rewards across Battl…
- Battlefield 6 - Anticheat - Taking the Fight Outside the Game - 10 September 2026
Dear Battlefield Community,We’re excited to share a new development in our fight to keep Battlefield fair for all, particularly in regards to cheatmakers.EA raised concerns with Collective Minds, the manufacturer of the Cronus Zen and Strike Pack hardware devices, regarding third-party tools that enable cheating in multiple EA titles. Following our engagement, EA-related content and scripts were removed from the Cronus Zen and Strike Pack public sites and Discord server.This positive step for our team ensures that we’re continuing to fight cheating on every available front as we work to maintain fair play across casual and competitive play. For more details, please read the official EA blog update here: www.ea.com/news/ea-javelin-anticheat-2026-updateWe’ll see you on the BattlefieldBF_SledgeHammer
- Battlefield 6 - Anticheat Metrics - July - 4 September 2026
Hey Soldier,July was the end of Season 3 and the first ranked season, as well as the beginning of Season 4. This will be our first month posting the updated MIR with the changes made to improve its accuracy, as we outlined in the Anticheat Update for Season 4.In the previous June update, June ended at 6.59% based on our previous MIR calculation and then stabilized to 4.62% after our update to the new definition that accounts for highly reported high skill and vehicle players. In case you missed it, while reviewing recent data, our anti-cheat and analytics teams noticed a steady increase in MIR that didn't align with any changes in known cheating populations, communities, or cheating tools. A deeper investigation revealed the cause: reports against legitimate players, particularly highly skilled players and especially those who spend most of their time in vehicles.To redress this, we've…
- Battlefield 6 - Community Update - Tidal Strike - 2 September 2026
Hey everyone,Top Gun gave players a substantial new wave of content, particularly around air and naval warfare, and we’ve seen many of you continuing to jump in and enjoy the collaboration. As we previously shared, Carrier Strike and Fighter Sweep have been extended through the entirety of Season 4.As we prepare for Tidal Strike, we’ve been catching up with teams across Battlefield Studios, including Gameplay Design Director Brian Torrence, Game Designer Jac Carlsson, and members of our Level Design team, to talk through the latest gameplay adjustments, combat updates, and improvements coming your way.That work starts with some of the feedback we’ve been seeing around the balance of Breakthrough on Tsuru Reef.Tidal StrikeTsuru Reef Breakthrough AdjustmentsWe heard your ongoing feedback regarding the current state of Breakthrough on Tsuru Reef. We have been closely monitoring player disc…
- EA Play* rewards in Battlefield 6 - 1 September 2026
This month, EA Play members can grab a Season 4 EA Play Pack for Battlefield 6. Available through October 12, this pack includes a Cold Crest Weapon Package, a Wind Rose Weapon Charm, a Fire Whirl Vehicle Skin, and more.Find out more about upcoming EA Play benefits at https://store.steampowered.com/subscriptions/ea or follow us on X (Twitter) and Instagram @eaplay. Conditions, limitations, and exclusions apply. See EA Play terms for details.
- BATTLEFIELD 6 UPDATE 1.4.2.5 - 31 August 2026
Battlefield 6 Game Update 1.4.2.5 is scheduled to release on September 1, bringing targeted quality-of-life fixes and reliability improvements across Battlefield 6 and REDSEC.This small update addresses a handful of issues introduced or identified following Update 1.4.2.0, with improvements to match flow, gameplay consistency, Custom Lobby reliability, UI behavior, and stability. Update Highlights for 1.4.2.5Gadget and Vehicle Combat Improvements: Laser designation now works correctly against fighter jets in Carrier Strike, while helicopter miniguns can once again damage soldiers in the water.Portal Custom Lobby Improvements: Custom Lobbies receive further reliability improvements, including resolving an issue that could prevent the “Start” tile from responding during the lobby countdown.Gameplay and Mode Polish: This update also addresses issues affecting Battle Royale Quads, Gauntlet:…
- Battlefield 6 - Anticheat Update - Season 4 - 28 August 2026
With the conclusion of our first season of Ranked Mode, we have gained deeper insights into the competitive landscape of REDSEC. While Season 4 introduces new ways to play, we have observed new methods of cheating, which we are now actively analyzing and countering to maintain match integrity. One of those will be around the enforcement of TPM 2.0 standards we previously relaxed and observed bad actors taking advantage of during Season 3. We’ve worked with manufacturers to resolve issues that could have affected legitimate players, minimizing the impact so we can confidently enable this enforcement going forward from today.What we learned from our first Ranked SeasonOur first season of Ranked play reinforced a lesson we’ve seen time and again: when meaningful progression and competitive stakes are introduced, cheating communities become more active and motivated. The season gave us inva…
- Battlefield Community Survey – Top Gun - 25 August 2026
We'd like to hear from you in our latest Battlefield Community Survey, with this edition focused on the Season 4 - Top Gun update. Your feedback helps us better understand your experience with Battlefield and the community. By looking at responses across the survey, we're able to identify broader trends, understand where we're doing well, and highlight areas where we can improve. The survey takes around 5 minutes to complete. Responses are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limited number of survey slots available.Take the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LCXD799While the survey is an important part of how we gather feedback, it's not the only way. We also read your discussions on the Steam forums, as well as on Discord, Battlefield Labs, social media, and other community spaces. Please continue sharing your thoughts wherever you're most comfortable, and we…
- ICYMI: Season 4 - Top Gun is now live! - 20 August 2026
We’re really excited to see all the discussion, positive vibes, as well as your feedback and bug reports for Phase 2 of Season 4, Top Gun.While we’re seeing a lot of you have already jumped in and sunk Carriers, explored Wake Island, and engaged in dogfights aplenty, we wanted to give a quick recap for those who might have been stuck at work or taking care of other important business.Guides, Features and Update NotesTop Gun has brought in new modes, the return of Wake Island, and plenty of changes and adjustments, so here’s a quick recap as well as links to the full information if you’re looking for more. CARRIER STRIKE IS BACKTsuru Reef is under siege.Striking the USS Grant aircraft carrier base, Pax Armata is primed to destabilize NATO’s dominance in the Pacific by deploying their own carrier, the PXS Condor. If NATO wants to maintain their stronghold on Tsuru Reef -- and prevent Pax…
- Experience Top Gun During the Battlefield 6 Free Trial - 18 August 2026
Until Aug 25, experience ultimate all-out warfare for free during the Battlefield 6 Free Trial. Command all fronts across our biggest all-out battleground yet, Tsuru Reef. Enter a sprawling island chain dense with luxury bungalows, tropical vegetation, and jagged cliff edges. Engage in naval combat across the surrounding ocean, or utilize land and air vehicles to take it to the max. With support for all modes, this archipelago is the ultimate theater of war. Experience the legendary return of Wake Island. All-out war shatters the tranquility of this vast, isolated paradise in the Pacific Ocean. Patrol and defend the shoreline, demolish bunkers with C-4, or take advantage of the offshore aircraft carrier. Maximize every move in this deceptively scenic coastal terrain first introduced in Battlefield 1942. Choose from six modes, including Battlefield's signature all-out warfare in Conquest…
- BATTLEFIELD 6 UPDATE 1.4.2.0 - 14 August 2026
On Tuesday, August 18, Game Update 1.4.2.0 goes live for Battlefield 6 and REDSEC, bringing the Top Gun event, the return of Wake Island, the expanded Tsuru Reef, two new fighter jets, the Interdictor sniper rifle, a new Crashed Carrier POI in Fort Lyndon, and new aerial experiences across Carrier Strike and Gauntlet: Fighter Sweep.At 08:00 UTC, players will be able to download the update across all platforms and jump in with the latest gameplay changes, including improvements to vehicles, weapons, gadgets, maps and modes, UI and HUD, Portal, audio, AI, and underwater gameplay.At 12:00 UTC, the new content in this update becomes available. Take flight in the F/A-81F Super Spectre and F-74A Seacat, fight for control of the skies in Top Gun: Carrier Strike and Gauntlet: Fighter Sweep, experience the legendary return of Wake Island, and earn new Top Gun-themed rewards through Event Challen…
