Exciting news for fans of the Battlefield series: early gameplay footage of EA's upcoming Battlefield game has surfaced online after a closed playtest session. As reported by TheGamer, a Twitch user named anto_merguezz streamed gameplay from EA's exclusive Battlefield Labs playtest, which was designed to allow a select group of players to experience and help refine early versions of the game. Although the stream is no longer available on anto_merguezz's Twitch page, resourceful fans captured and shared the footage across various platforms, with Reddit being a primary hub for its circulation.
The leaked footage sheds light on the game's setting, confirming the modern-day theme that Vince Zampella, a key figure behind the project, had previously hinted at. This setting sets the new game apart from its predecessors, which have explored historical and futuristic environments. The clips offer a glimpse into intense firefights and showcase the game's signature destructible environments, sparking positive reactions among fans. This enthusiasm is a promising sign, especially following the lukewarm reception to Battlefield 2042 at its launch.
Following the initial unveiling of the game last month, EA has provided some insights into what players can expect. Notably, the next Battlefield installment will bring back a traditional, single-player, linear campaign, a feature missed by many in the multiplayer-focused Battlefield 2042.
EA is targeting a release for their next Battlefield game within fiscal year 2026, which spans from April 2025 to March 2026. As the launch date approaches, we can anticipate more official reveals from EA. Given the recent leaks, it's likely that EA will accelerate their promotional efforts to maintain control over the narrative surrounding Battlefield 6, or whatever the final title may be.
IGN has reached out to EA for further comments on this matter.
