Destruction has long been a defining feature of the Battlefield series, and with the upcoming installment, DICE is set to elevate the chaos and rubble to new heights. In a recent video and Battlefield Labs Community Update, the developer teased what fans can expect from the next game in the series. Pre-alpha footage showcased the dramatic effect of explosives, tearing down the side of a building to create new pathways through the structure.
We’re back with another Battlefield Labs Community Update focused on destruction! Check out an early pre-alpha example of destruction that showcases the ability to destroy a wall to quickly traverse through the building. Read the full article now! #Battlefield pic.twitter.com/bgDcPgZRbg
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Destruction in the game isn't just about causing havoc; it's about offering players creative solutions and strategic advantages. According to the Community Update, DICE is enhancing gameplay depth by allowing players to reshape their environment. Whether it's knocking down a wall for an ambush or opening up a new route to a critical point, manipulating the battlefield could be key to victory.
"We're designing destruction around easily identifiable visual and audio language that lets you understand what can be destroyed, altered, or transformed through gameplay," DICE explained. "We aim to make destruction an integral part of your Battlefield experience to create an intuitive, fun, and rewarding environment where you feel empowered to shape the world around you."
Various methods will affect structures differently; while explosives are obvious choices, bullets will also chip away at walls, allowing players to shoot through them. Audio and visual effects will provide feedback, indicating the impact of players' actions.
The remnants of destruction, such as rubble from a demolished building, will leave lasting effects on the battlefield. This debris could serve as cover, adding another layer of strategy to the game. It's clear that destruction is a central theme for the next Battlefield game.
Dubbed "Battlefield 6" by fans, the upcoming title is gradually coming together. While official details are scarce, some gameplay leaks have garnered positive feedback from the community. The game is expected to return to a modern setting and is slated for release within Electronic Arts' fiscal year 2026, spanning from April 2025 to March 2026, though this could shift depending on the moves of major competitors.
With significant effort being poured into this next entry, the new Battlefield game appears to be pulling out all the stops. Perfecting the level of destruction seems to be a promising step forward for the series.
