Just when fans thought Battlefield 6 was gearing up to rival Call of Duty’s Warzone with a free-to-play battle royale, a fresh leak has thrown cold water on all expectations. According to a new statement from a known leaker, the much-anticipated battle royale mode in Battlefield 6 will not only miss launch day but also might not be free to play at all.
The news comes from @rivaLxfactor, a popular figure in the Battlefield community, who claimed the battle royale mode would arrive months after the main game. This directly contradicts previous reports from insiders and playtesters who hinted at a free, standalone battle royale experience launching alongside or soon after the base title.
The leak has instantly stirred frustration within the community. For years, fans have been vocal about Battlefield's missed opportunities in the battle royale space. Battlefield V’s Firestorm mode, which was not free and struggled due to a weak rollout and limited support, is still fresh in the minds of players. Many hoped EA would learn from that misstep and finally adopt a model that worked. With Call of Duty’s Warzone setting the benchmark, players expected Battlefield 6 to launch a robust, accessible, and free battle royale alternative.
This new development feels like déjà vu, and fans are not holding back. Some have already started comparing EA’s decision to Battlefield V’s rollout, with comments like “history repeating itself” appearing across social media. The disappointment is real, especially since a game-changing mode like battle royale could have been the push Battlefield needed to reenter the mainstream shooter conversation.
So far, EA has remained silent. No official word has been given about the battle royale mode or whether it will follow the pay-to-play model. The timing of the leak is especially notable, as the official multiplayer reveal is just days away. If the rumor turns out to be accurate, EA could face backlash before even showing gameplay.
The delay of such a crucial mode and its possible paywall are significant decisions in a market that has shifted heavily toward free-to-play ecosystems. Gamers today are used to jumping into massive, competitive worlds like Apex Legends, Fortnite, and Warzone without spending a dime. Charging for a battle royale mode in 2025 might be seen as tone-deaf, especially if it does not bring something radically new to the table.
While nothing is confirmed, the frustration is building. With no release date set and the mode possibly delayed by months, the one feature that could have given Battlefield a fresh start might now arrive too late and behind a price tag.
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