The Battlefield 6 singleplayer campaign was the highlight of the latest reveals and the brand-new State of Play trailer. The game officially launches on October 10, 2025 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Here’s a full breakdown of what changed from the open beta to release, which community claims were confirmed (or debunked), and why the new trailer — taking a direct jab at Call of Duty — has everyone talking.
Community feedback during the beta pushed DICE to tweak several modes, gadgets, and balance systems. Here’s what you need to know:
Game Modes & Player Counts
- Rush → Set to 12v12 (24 total players) during the beta, and this remains the default. Many players feel this is tighter compared to the classic Rush experience. (Confirmed)
- Portal (custom matches) → Expected to allow more freedom, including potentially larger lobbies. Exact limits not fully clarified yet. (Partially confirmed)
- Breakthrough & large-scale modes → Still available with updated respawn timings and improved attacker/defender balance. (Mostly confirmed)
- Smaller modes (TDM, Domination, KOTH) → No official confirmation of a strict 8v8 standard; player counts vary by map and mode. (Unconfirmed)
Classes & Gadgets
- Deploy Beacon → Moved from Recon to Assault, to reduce sniper abuse and encourage stronger squad play. (Confirmed)
- Recon → Gains new passive spotting tools (UAV-like functions). Exact details remain vague. (Partially confirmed)
- Assault Ladder gadget → A brand-new tool allowing vertical access and alternative routes. (Confirmed)
- Adrenaline Injector → Not replaced, but reworked: now offering resistance against stun/flash effects and movement buffs. The ladder is an extra gadget. (Confirmed as reworked, not replaced)
Vehicles & Balance
- Anti-vehicle tuning → DICE confirmed adjustments so tanks and helicopters aren’t instantly shredded by spammed anti-vehicle weapons. (Partially confirmed)
- Community feedback → Mixed responses: some claim vehicles remain too fragile, others too dominant. Ongoing patches will continue to rebalance.
- First-person vehicle view → No confirmed major improvements since the beta. (Unconfirmed)
What This Means for Beta Players
- Rush will feel tighter with 12v12, but Portal servers may offer larger battles for those who miss the classic chaos.
- Class synergy matters more: moving the beacon to Assault and adding the ladder means squad coordination is vital.
- Vehicles are still a hot topic: expect balance patches shortly after launch.
The New Battlefield 6 Trailer: A Shot at Call of Dut
During State of Play, EA revealed a bold new live-action trailer. In one key moment, celebrities like Zac Efron and Jimmy Butler are literally blown off-screen — replaced by regular soldiers taking the fight back.
Fans immediately interpreted this as a direct jab at Call of Duty’s celebrity-driven marketing, positioning Battlefield as a grittier, “no-nonsense” alternative.
Conclusion
Battlefield 6 lands on October 10 with confirmed tweaks to Rush mode, class gadgets, and anti-vehicle balance. Some features remain unverified, but the hype is undeniable — especially with a trailer that throws shade at Call of Duty and fuels even more pre-launch excitement.
What do you think? Is Battlefield taking the perfect shot at Call of Duty, or is it just clever marketing?
🎥 Watch the trailer here