Exciting news for fans of the Battlefield series: early gameplay footage from EA's highly anticipated next installment has surfaced online, following a closed playtesting session. According to a report by TheGamer, a Twitch streamer known as anto_merguezz inadvertently shared footage from EA's exclusive Battlefield Labs playtest. Although the original stream is no longer available on anto_merguezz's channel, resourceful viewers managed to capture and share the footage across various online platforms, with Reddit being a primary hub for its circulation.
The leaked footage provides a glimpse into what appears to be a modern-day setting for the game, aligning with hints previously dropped by Vince Zampella. This setting sets it apart from previous Battlefield titles that explored historical or futuristic themes. Viewers can see intense firefights and get a sense of the game's hallmark destructible environments. The early reactions from the community have been positive, which bodes well for the game's reception, especially after the lukewarm response to Battlefield 2042 at its launch.
Just last month, EA offered an initial look at what to expect from the next Battlefield game. Notably, the game is set to feature a return to a traditional, single-player, linear campaign. This news has been warmly received by fans, many of whom were disappointed by the absence of such a mode in Battlefield 2042.
EA has slated the release of the next Battlefield game for fiscal year 2026, which spans from April 2025 to March 2026. As the launch date approaches, fans can anticipate more official reveals and updates from EA. With leaks already circulating, it seems increasingly urgent for EA to provide more details sooner rather than later.
IGN has reached out to EA for a statement regarding the leaked footage and further details on the upcoming game.
