We’ve Already Played It: Battlefield 6 is Total War, a Before and After in the Saga

We've tested Battlefield 6 and these are our first impressions, total war arrives.

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EA and DICE have hosted a closed event in Paris to showcase Battlefield 6, and we’ve had the chance to try it out in its multiplayer mode. The impressions can’t be more striking: the game aims to revolutionize not only its own franchise but the entire genre of large-scale shooters. The first official details of the beta, available modes, campaign, new combat system, and launch content have also been revealed, but let’s take it one step at a time.

Official Details of Battlefield 6

Release Date

• Battlefield 6 will launch on October 10, 2025.

Open Beta

• The largest open beta in the series will take place over two weekends:

  • August 9-10

  • August 14-17

Visually, Battlefield 6 is simply spectacular. The feeling of being in a real war is taken to the extreme, with unprecedented graphical quality and technical work that borders on the cinematic. Explosions, debris flying through the air, particles, dynamic lighting… everything comes together to fully immerse you in the chaos of modern combat. All this is accompanied by a sound that’s a hallmark of the series, with each weapon, each bullet, and each explosion perfectly represented, making you feel like you’re on the front lines when playing with headphones.

• Visual feedback that reinforces learning.

• Greater diversity of weapon archetypes.

• New gameplay mechanics introduced to the series.

• Improved initiation process.

• Increased skill ceiling.

Battlefield 6 Bets on Total Destruction Taken to Another Level

One of the main sensations when playing is the leap in environmental destruction quality. It’s no longer just about buildings collapsing: now almost everything you see can be broken, altering the battlefield in real-time and forcing you to adapt constantly. The physics are detailed, with materials reacting coherently, and an impact engine that conveys the weight and violence of each encounter.

• You might be interested in: The leaked maps have been confirmed

In terms of gameplay, Battlefield 6 maintains its spirit. Conquest and Domination remain just as addictive, and the maps are designed with intelligence to favor team cooperation, with up to 64 players (depending on the mode). The routes, cover, and points of each map are thought out to make the team make a difference, and the pace is as intense as expected from the series. Classes remain as important as in previous games, making it necessary to use your role in each match.

The new Kinesthetic Combat System is also noticeable in practice: there’s a more precise response in shooting, a more intuitive progression, and richer customization. Everything contributes to making the experience feel more fluid, more demanding, and more satisfying for those who master its possibilities.

Battlefield 6 will be available on October 10, 2025, and will feature an open beta in August. If you were paying attention to the Creator Showcase on July 31 (i.e., today, at the time of publishing these first impressions), you’ll be able to access it early on August 8.

From day one, it will include a single-player campaign, classic modes, five new modes, an expanded version of Battlefield Portal, and a first season packed with content. All mechanics or content that affect gameplay will be free or unlockable. The development team has already confirmed that there will be more content after launch, but it seems that the model will be more accessible to all players, with the goal of not separating the community.

• Next-generation graphics: the game looks like no other current war shooter, with overwhelming realism in scenarios, lighting, and particles.

• Improved total destruction: almost the entire environment can be destroyed. Buildings, cover, and structures react dynamically and coherently to combat.

• Real war feeling: Battlefield 6 conveys the brutality of modern war like never before, with moments of genuine chaos on screen.

• Maps designed for cooperative play: the scenarios are designed to favor teamwork, with tactical routes and well-balanced control points.

• Conquest and Domination modes return: two of the series’ classic pillars return improved, maintaining their essence but with a more adjusted and fluid pace.

• New physics and impact engine: the animations, character reactions, and weapon behavior feel more believable and intense.

• Kinesthetic Combat System: a new combat model focused on physical realism and movement precision.

• Massive multiplayer and variety of modes: five new modes, the return of Battlefield Portal, and many ways to play from day one.

• Single-player campaign included: it will feature a playable story from launch, focused on contemporary conflicts and tactical decisions.

• Open beta in August: general access will begin soon, and those who attended the Creator Showcase on July 31 will be able to play before anyone else.

We’re facing a release that aims to become the new war game benchmark, with a technical aspect that makes an impact, brilliant maps, and unlimited destruction. The hype, this time, is more than justified.