EA has finally lifted the curtain on Battlefield 6’s battle royale mode, and it looks set to take the franchise’s signature squad warfare into even wilder territory. Announced through the latest Battlefield Labs community update, the new mode features instant kill rings, fully destructible environments, and 100 player squad battles.
Fans got their first taste back in July when EA slipped a teaser onto the end of Battlefield 6’s multiplayer reveal. Now, the details are clear, Battlefield is aiming to put its own brutal stamp on a genre dominated by Fortnite and Warzone.
You can check out that video, which we captured during the live event on ground in Los Angeles, below:
The most striking twist is the ring mechanic. While other games let you dip in and out of the shrinking safe zone with the right gear, Battlefield 6’s version is unforgiving. “There’s no jumping in and out of it, no using it for cover, no walking through it – if you get caught in it, you are done,” reads the update. With urgent fire warnings closing in, squads will be forced into relentless firefights as the map tightens.
True to Battlefield tradition, destruction is everywhere. Buildings collapse, terrain shifts, and cover can be obliterated mid-match, creating constant new opportunities for ambushes and tactical swings. The map itself is said to be massive, with varied points of interest and scattered transport options—from basic vehicles to armoured powerhouses that must be unlocked.
Match Details
Matches will host 100 players split into 25 squads of four, though EA has stressed that this format is “for this test,” leaving room for changes before launch. Squad roles will be locked at the start of each match, but players can level up mid game to unlock traits that give their team an edge, anything from quicker armour application to anti vehicle perks. Missions will also shake things up, offering optional high risk objectives with rewards like weapon caches, redeploy units, or vehicle keys.
Battlefield 6 launches October 10, 2025, and while this new mode is still in closed testing, EA is calling it “a Battle Royale done the Battlefield way.” Soon, players will find out if that means domination or disaster.
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