The Gameplay for the Next Battlefield Game Has Leaked Online
Electronic Arts recently launched a program called Battlefield Labs to involve players in testing the next Battlefield game before its official release. This initiative aims to gather feedback early and avoid the rocky launch seen with Battlefield 2042. The first private test session is underway, but despite players signing non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), clips of the game have surfaced online, offering a sneak peek at what’s in store.
The leaked videos reveal gameplay from Conquest mode, a fan-favorite feature in the Battlefield series, set on a map called Abbasid. This urban environment, possibly inspired by a North African city, showcases tight streets and significant destruction.
In one clip, a tank smashes through a building, leaving it in ruins, while another shows a rocket leveling an entire structure, hinting that destructible environments are a major focus. This aligns with the franchise’s reputation for maps that change as battles unfold, a step up from the more limited destruction in Battlefield 2042.
Unlike the futuristic setting of Battlefield 2042 or the historical themes of Battlefield 1 and V, this game returns to a modern-day backdrop. The interface and gameplay mechanics echo the style of Battlefield 3 and 4, with a familiar heads-up display (HUD) and the return of classic classes like Assault, Engineer, Support, and Recon.
Weapon handling and player movement also feel reminiscent of those earlier titles, though some clips show slower pacing and minor visual glitches, such as floating debris—issues expected in this early alpha stage.
EA has been quick to remove the leaked content from social media and streaming platforms like Twitch, where one player even broadcasted live gameplay. Still, enough footage remains online to spark excitement.
Four studios are collaborating on this project, marking what Battlefield general manager Byron Beede called the “largest, strongest, most focused team” in the series’ history. DICE is leading the multiplayer design, Criterion is handling both multiplayer and the single-player campaign with Motive, and Ripple Effect is crafting a mysterious “new Battlefield experience,” possibly a return of the Portal mode from Battlefield 2042. Last year, Beede highlighted their focus on “finding the fun” through early testing like this.
No exact release date is set, but EA’s recent earnings report suggests the game will launch by March 2026. For now, Battlefield Labs continues, with plans to test Breakthrough mode and other features in future sessions.
While EA plays catch-up with the leaks, the glimpses so far suggest a return to the series’ roots, blending modern tweaks with the chaos and scale fans love. Those eager to join the testing can still sign up, though more leaks are likely as the program progresses.
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