Battlefield to Return to Modern Setting For Next Entry, 128 Player Maps and Specialists to Be Ditched

Battlefield to Return to Modern Setting For Next Entry, 128 Player Maps and Specialists to Be Ditched

As a seasoned gamer with over two decades of Battlefield under my belt, I must admit, the news about the next Battlefield game returning to a modern-day setting brings a sense of nostalgia. The grandeur of 128 player battles was exciting, but often left me longing for more density on the battlefield. The confirmation that we’re going back to the traditional 64 players and the classic class system has my heart pounding with anticipation.


In the upcoming Battlefield game, EA is bringing us back to a contemporary battlefield scenario. After exploring futuristic settings in Battlefield 2042, historical periods like World War I (Battlefield 1) and World War II (Battlefield V), this new installment will revert to modern-day combat.

In Battlefield 2042, some controversial aspects, like the large-scale 128 player battles that sometimes made the maps feel sparsely populated due to their vastness, are likely to be discarded. The developer found it necessary to revert back to the classic 64 player setup because of the chaotic nature of a larger number of players.

In response to your question, Vince Zampella from Battlefield stated, “Indeed, the game accommodating 128 players, did it enhance enjoyment? To be honest, increasing the number for no particular reason doesn’t seem logical. We are primarily focusing on what makes the game more enjoyable. Our goal is to create an experience that resembles previous Battlefield titles more closely. I prefer having compact, well-designed battlefields with a high concentration of players. Some of these areas are truly impressive, and I can’t wait for you to explore them.

Furthermore, the Specialist operators in Battlefield 2042 are likely to be removed in the next installment of the series, and while Zampella acknowledges DICE for trying something innovative, he confirmed that Specialists will not make a comeback. Instead, you can anticipate the traditional class system to reappear in Battlefield once more.

As a dedicated fan, I missed out on the 2042 experience. The reasoning behind it remains unclear to me, but it felt like the team was venturing into fresh territory. Kudos to their innovative spirit! Not everyone may have appreciated it, but experimentation is crucial. Unfortunately, it didn’t hit the mark and Specialist won’t return. Essentially, they’re returning to the roots of Battlefield, focusing more on classes.

Zampella also admitted that Electronic Arts (EA) needs to take steps to win back the hearts of Battlefield fans, and this requires creating a game that sets itself apart from Call of Duty, while still maintaining a clear and unique Battlefield identity.

We’re not aiming to replace Call of Duty; instead, we’re creating something unique and authentic to us. Building trust within the community is crucial for us, so we need to win their support again. To achieve this, we’ve designed a testing program where players can try out our game.

In the tweet below, you’ll find some initial concept art for the upcoming Battlefield game. Keep an eye out for further updates about this title over the next few months. As of now, it’s anticipated to be released around October 2025, with the “largest development team ever assembled for a Battlefield game” working on its creation.

Vince Zampella recently chatted with IGN about the upcoming developments in Battlefield. He confirmed that it will be set in a contemporary era, and hinted at the possibility of a community-testing program. You can read the complete conversation below. ⬇️

— Battlefield (@Battlefield) September 16, 2024

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2024-09-17 14:12

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