After months of speculation and leaks, EA has finally confirmed that Battlefield 6 will be getting an official open beta marking the first time the public will get hands on with the highly anticipated shooter.
Announced via an official post from the Battlefield X account, the upcoming open beta will include both traditional class-locked weapons and the controversial open weapon system introduced in recent titles. This hybrid model appears to be EA’s response to long running community debates over the game’s core identity and whether the franchise should lean back into its roots or forge ahead with modern experimentation.
While an exact date hasn’t been confirmed, fans have uncovered API data suggesting the Battlefield 6 open beta could begin as soon as August 4th. That lines up with previous EA betas, which usually last between 3-10 days and allow for pre-loads roughly 24 hours ahead of launch.
Based on past entries, players can expect:
- An open beta duration of 3-10 days
- Optional pre-load a day early
- A mix of maps, vehicles, and limited-time playlists
- Early sign-ups once EA drops the full reveal
A separate leak has also pointed to a July 29th worldwide reveal and official announcement, likely during EA’s upcoming three day event. That event could also finally confirm the name Battlefield 6, which was recently leaked via a promotional package.
One of the most polarizing changes in recent Battlefield titles has been the shift toward open weapon systems—allowing any class to use any weapon. Longtime players have pushed back hard, demanding a return to the series’ classic formula where weapon loadouts were tied to specific roles like Assault, Support, or Recon. However it seems EA has a better solution:
In the beta, some playlists will feature closed weapons, with weapons locked to their respective classes. Other playlists will offer open weapons, allowing complete customization. EA seems intent on testing community preferences before locking in the final system for launch.
The stakes couldn’t be higher. Battlefield 2042 was widely criticized for removing many beloved features, and Battlefield 6 could suffer a similar fate if it repeats those mistakes. Many fans are hoping this beta will serve as a true testing ground, not just a marketing tool.
If EA listens to player feedback, Battlefield 6 could reignite the franchise. If not, the comparisons to 2042 could drag it down before it even hits store shelves. Which would be a terrible loss for EA to take once again.
Either way, the beta will be the first real look at what EA’s next Battlefield has to offer and it’s coming very soon. Will you be hopping into it? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
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