EA Announces Official Reveal Date for Battlefield 6
Key Takeaways
- Battlefield 6 will be revealed on June 9, 2021
- The game is expected to support current-gen consoles like PS5 and Xbox Series X/S
- New gameplay features and battle royale mode are anticipated
- Developed by DICE and Criterion Games for an improved experience
- Release planned for later in 2021
Electronic Arts has officially confirmed that Battlefield 6 will be revealed next week, building on months of speculation and excitement among fans. The announcement came through a teaser posted on the official Battlefield Twitter account, confirming the reveal will take place on June 9, 2021. This new entry in the acclaimed military shooter franchise, developed by DICE, is rumored to adopt a near-future setting similar to Battlefield 3 and 4, diverging from the World War II theme of Battlefield V.
Early leaks suggest that Battlefield 6 may introduce a fresh battle royale mode, with images showing robotic combatants and drones attacking a rocket launch site. Oskar Gabrielson, general manager of DICE, has described this installment as a “bold step” for the series. The development team, spanning DICE studios in Gothenburg and Los Angeles, alongside Criterion Games, aims to deliver the most polished and ambitious Battlefield experience yet, with ongoing daily playtesting to refine balance and gameplay.
EA expects Battlefield 6 to raise the bar for the franchise, emphasizing expansive military warfare, unpredictability, destructible environments, and massive multiplayer battles. Although details remain scarce, the game is confirmed for current-generation platforms, including the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, while also supporting previous consoles to broaden accessibility. The official reveal will occur at 3 PM BST (7:45 PM NPT) on June 9, positioned just ahead of the E3 2021 event, as EA will not participate in the expo this year. Instead, the company plans to host its own event, EA Play Live, on July 22.
The announcement has generated considerable anticipation among fans, eager to see how the series evolves with next-gen technology and expanded gameplay possibilities.
