Following the recent Battlefield 6 Open Beta, developer DICE has shared a community update highlighting the adjustments that will shape the final version of the game. Drawing on both player feedback and in-game data, the studio addressed concerns related to weapon balance, movement mechanics, map design, and player counts. These changes are intended to provide a more refined and tactical experience when the game officially releases on October 10, 2025.
Weapon balance is one of the main focus areas. DICE is adjusting recoil patterns and tap-fire behavior across the arsenal to reward precision while retaining the distinctive feel of each weapon. The M87A1 shotgun has been reworked to require additional pellets for a kill, and the studio is also evaluating Time-to-Kill and Time-to-Death to ensure combat remains fair and responsive.
Movement mechanics are being tuned to curb excessive agility. Sliding into jumps now carries less momentum, repeated jumps lower in height, and firing while in motion will be less accurate. Parachute physics have similarly been adjusted for smoother, more controlled landings. According to DICE, these changes aim to promote skillful maneuvering rather than constant momentum-based play.
In terms of maps, the studio is closing loopholes that allowed unintended rooftop and out-of-bounds gameplay. While the beta featured smaller maps, the final release will include larger battlefields more in line with series tradition. Among the highlights are two new maps set to appear in Battlefield Labs: Mirak Valley and a remake of Operation Firestorm from Battlefield 3, both featuring extensive vehicle combat.
Multiplayer modes are also receiving adjustments. Rush, a fan-favorite mode, will return to smaller player counts after testing showed that large-scale matches led to stalemates and imbalance. Players who prefer larger versions of Rush will still be able to explore them in Portal. Breakthrough, on the other hand, will continue to support higher player counts, with ongoing balance work being applied to achieve fair win ratios.
Finally, playlist variety will expand at launch, with options for both open and closed weapon play. Matchmaking improvements are also underway to address issues experienced during the beta, particularly with challenges tied to sector captures. Smaller-scale modes like Team Deathmatch, Squad Deathmatch, and Domination will adopt an 8v8 structure, while larger modes will adjust their player counts depending on map size and layout.
DICE concluded by noting that balancing will remain an evolving process beyond launch, with further opportunities for community input through Battlefield Labs.
Summary of Key Changes in Battlefield 6 After Beta
- Weapons:
- Adjusted recoil and tap-fire across all weapons
- M87A1 shotgun requires more pellets to kill
- Time-to-Kill and Time-to-Death under review
- Movement:
- Reduced momentum when sliding into jumps
- Consecutive jumps lower in height
- Firing while sliding or jumping is less accurate
- Parachute physics tuned for more control
- Maps:
- Fixed unintended rooftop and out-of-bounds exploits
- Larger-scale maps confirmed for launch
- Two new maps tested in Battlefield Labs: Mirak Valley and Operation Firestorm remake
- Modes:
- Rush default player count reduced for better tactical play
- Larger Rush matches still available via Portal
- Breakthrough supports higher counts with ongoing balance work
- Player Counts and Playlists:
- Flexible player counts based on map design
- 8v8 for small-scale modes like Team Deathmatch and Domination
- Expanded playlists and matchmaking improvements at launch
Battlefield 6 will release on October 10, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
