Battlefield™ 6 News

[p]Hey everyone,[/p][p]We are stoked to finally pull the curtain back on what we have been working on for a while. Word has spread about our version of Battle Royale, and players have been anticipating when they will be able to ride around in a golf cart. We’re excited to announce that Battlefield REDSEC is now live, alongside Battlefield 6 Season 1.[/p][p]Battlefield REDSEC is Battlefield’s free-to-play experience that you can drop into without owning the base game. Already own Battlefield 6? Squad up in REDSEC with your friends, whether they have Battlefield 6 or not.[/p][p][/p][p]REDSEC delivers three ways to play:[/p]

• [p]The Battle Royale Mode - The Battlefield Way[/p]
• [p]Gauntlet - An all-new, round-based elimination mode[/p]
• [p]Portal - Make and play custom experiences based on elements available in REDSEC[/p]

[p][/p][h2]Fort Lyndon: The Biggest Battlefield Map Ever[/h2][p]Welcome to Fort Lyndon - part SoCal beach community, part military blacksite, all battlefield. You’ll fight through urban city centers, dense military compounds, and once-idyllic suburban neighborhoods. This is our largest Battlefield map ever created, with secrets and intel waiting to be discovered.[/p][p][/p][h2]The Battle Royale Mode - The Battlefield Way[/h2][p]Here’s a quick rundown of what you’ll need to know.[/p][p]Player count: 100 per match - 25 squads of 4 or 50 duos.[/p][p]Battlefield DNA, tuned for the Battle Royale mode:[/p]

• [p]Core Battlefield classes are in play, but altered from Battlefield 6 to work within the context of Battle Royale. For example:[/p]
  • [p]Assault class retains the use of the ladder for vertical flanks from Battlefield 6. Their traits have been tweaked with benefits, including faster armor recharge, faster gadget regen, and more.[/p]
  • [p]Support class spawns with the ability to carry extra armor plates and ammo. They can rank up to providing full-health revives and boost the regen rate of nearby squadmates.[/p]
• [p]Training Paths give each class unique abilities that unlock or upgrade gear.[/p]
• [p]Locating hidden intel caches and completing missions are an efficient way to level up your training path. The higher the risk, the higher the rewards, including caches and access to combat vehicles.[/p]
• [p]We evolved destruction to tactical destruction, turning it into a tool you can use to reshape the environment to your advantage. Breach walls, destroy buildings, and use rubble as cover.[/p]
• [p]Battlefield isn’t Battlefield without vehicles capable of wreaking havoc on land, water, and air. Scattered across the map, you can find helicopters, boats, and even golf carts to ride to war in.[/p]
• [p]Looting is a key part of any Battle Royale, and it’s no different here. Navigate throughout the map to find crates holding weapons, armor plates, ammo, and more. Search for your favorite loadout that will lead your squad to victory.[/p]

[p]Oh, and did we mention that we have the deadliest ring in BR already? We advise against testing how dangerous it actually is unless you’re willing to risk it all.[/p][p][/p][p]We’ve already implemented player-driven changes and outlined what changes players can expect at launch from our Battlefield Labs play sessions. Read the details here and please keep the feedback coming as we continue to shape the game with you. If you want to learn more about the Battle Royale mode in detail, read up on our Battle Royale 101 blog here.[/p][p][/p][h2]Gauntlet[/h2][p]We wanted to bring something to the table that no one’s played in Battlefield before, so we built Gauntlet. It is structured as an elimination series where squads work together to score points by completing objectives, getting kills, and supporting one another across 4 randomized missions of vital importance to the operation in Fort Lyndon.
[/p][p]Eight squads of four soldiers each enter, but only one will make it through all four missions. After every mission, the squads with the fewest points are eliminated from the match, with the top 3 earning bonus progress on their training paths to gain the upper hand in the next mission. Intensity rises as staying above the cut line becomes more and more difficult until the two best squads finally face off in one last mission to determine who will claim victory.
[/p][p]If your squad is eliminated because teammates leave mid-operation, top performers can be reassigned to a surviving squad instead of leaving the game. At the end of each mission (except the Final Mission), reassignments may take place. The game will check for open slots and fill them so squads stay full and you can get back to gaming.
[/p][p]There will be 8 different types of mission varieties at launch. Here’s a taste of what some of these missions will entail:[/p]

• [p]Decryption: Squads compete to pick up and protect locator beacons while they transmit data[/p]
• [p]Wreckage: Your squad needs to find, transport, and detonate bombs at hostile M-COMs scattered across the combat zone.[/p]
• [p]Vendetta: Your squad needs to eliminate marked hostile High Value Targets and protect a High Value Target of your own.[/p]
• [p]Circuit: Your squad earns points by capturing and defending control terminals; the larger the network, the more points you earn.[/p]

[p]Every Gauntlet match is different - mission draws, locations, and objectives mix to create new challenges every time you queue up.
[/p][p]To learn more about the Gauntlet mode, read up on our Gauntlet 101 blog here.
[/p][p][/p][h2]Portal[/h2][p]Portal in REDSEC is the same powerful toolset you’ve seen in Battlefield 6, now applied to REDSEC’s content set.[/p]

• [p]Builder & Spatial Editor: Tweak player counts, weapon/vehicle pools, health regen, sprint speed, and more. Remix spaces with the Spatial Editor to craft custom maps.[/p]
• [p]Fort Lyndon: The map is segmented into six Portal-ready playspaces, giving creators granular control over flow and scale. Only two playspaces will be available at launch; the remaining four will roll out in later updates as we continue to optimize performance and polish creator workflows.[/p]
• [p]Updated SDK: With the introduction of REDSEC, our SDK will receive new assets for players to use in their experiences, with additional updates planned throughout the season.[/p]
  • [p]With the launch of REDSEC, the SDK will not yet include assets from Gauntlet. That update is planned for a later date, and we’ll share more information once it’s ready.[/p]
• [p]Cross-Ownership Perks: Own Battlefield 6? Combine content across both titles in Portal for even wilder creations. Think Melee-only Conquest on Fort Lyndon, one-shot TDM, or explosives-only mayhem.[/p]

[p]To start redrawing the lines of battle in Fort Lyndon, you will need to install our updated SDK found here: [/p][p]https://portal.battlefield.com/bf6/experiences[/p][p] [/p][h2]More from the Battlefield[/h2][p]If you are a new player and would like to learn more about how to approach REDSEC, read our New Player Guide here.
[/p][p]The launch of REDSEC is just the beginning. Like every element of Battlefield 6’s robust post-launch plans, REDSEC will also see regular updates and content drops. If you are interested in keeping up with new content and sharing your feedback on REDSEC, please join our Discord and make sure to assign yourself to our new roles: Battle Royale, Gauntlet, Portal, and New Player.
[/p][p]See you on Fort Lyndon.
[/p][p]//The Battlefield Team

This announcement may change as we listen to community feedback and continue developing and evolving our Live Service & Content. We will always strive to keep our community as informed as possible.[/p]

Battlefield 6's battle royale mode REDSEC is out now, a "genre shifting free-to-play destination" that includes both the promised Fortnite functionality and a new squad-based competitive mode, Gauntlet - no, not that Gauntlet, auto keyword linker, stop it, you're making me look daft, UGH I don't have time to argue with you, please just go away - together with additional gubbins for Battlefield's Portal editor. You can find it either via your Battlefield 6 install or as a separate release on Steam.

REDSEC's battle royale map is Fort Lyndon, pictured below, with takes place in the backyards and beaches of California, and is apparently the series' biggest map ever. The setup is familiar: 100 players divided into squads are dropped into the world and must scrounge for pick-ups and do shooticuffs and fistibangs within a shrinking (and partly destructible) playspace.

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[p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]Redacted no more - Battlefield REDSEC is here with the launch of Battlefield 6 Season 1.[/p][p]In Battlefield 6 Season 1, All-Out Warfare strikes the sprawling badlands of Southern California. These landscapes are jam-packed with secrets to die for: Classified military hardware, weapons of unprecedented power, cutting-edge gadgets, and a brand new way to put them all to the test in Strikepoint, a new high-intensity elimination mode. Storm into combat, or enhance and customize your experience with the power of Portal.[/p][p]All Season 1 hardware is also at your disposal in REDSEC, a free-to-play destination built on Battlefield’s iconic DNA. Drop into Fort Lyndon for a Battle Royale only Battlefield can deliver, featuring massive-scale destruction, fast-paced squad play, and the deadliest ring in BR. Survive and advance in Gauntlet: an all-new cutthroat, knockout-style elimination mode where squads race to complete missions. Then redraw the lines of battle with Portal, which will be free-to-create with all REDSEC assets - its map, modes and more - also available in the full experience.[/p][p]Building off our preview roadmap back in September, this is everything you need to know about REDSEC and Battlefield 6 Season 1:[/p][p][/p][h2]Rogue Ops - REDSEC[/h2][p][/p][p]An explosion rattles Fort Lyndon, a government testing ground hiding secrets to die for. An armada of Rogue Operators, veiled by the chaos, seize this moment to descend and wreak havoc. It’s up to your squad to stop them.[/p][p]At launch, the free-to-play REDSEC experience will feature a Battle Royale mode built on Battlefield DNA, as well as an all-new Multiplayer-inspired special operations mode in Gauntlet, all built around one core map.[/p][h3]Welcome to Fort Lyndon[/h3][p][/p][p]War has erupted in Fort Lyndon. This massive battleground is loaded with endless Tactical Destruction possibilities \[and secrets to die for]. Featuring an arsenal of unique combat zones: From pristine beaches, to wartorn military complexes, and everything in between, there are endless paths to victory for every squad on Battlefield’s biggest map ever.[/p][p]Carefully designed to accommodate all engagements - close-quarters to long-range, gunfights to vehicle combat, including on transport boats along the coastline - Fort Lyndon includes nine major points of interest (POIs) spanning across its coastal desert combat zone, ranging from the long-abandoned Marina and Main Street to the desolate blacksite remains at the Military Storage and R&D complexes. Tying these areas together are 16 additional POIs - Oil Pumps, a Lighthouse, Jewel Beach, and more - that weave together an immersive Southern California landscape designed as a tactical layout.[/p][p]Intel on the Fort Lyndon blacksite is invaluable, yet currently incomprehensive, for both Pax Armata and NATO: the most classified intelligence and equipment, let alone advantageous positions and where to find valuable loadout caches, is up to you to discover and share among your squad.[/p][h3]REDSEC: Battle Royale[/h3][p][/p][p]A fast-paced squad vs. squad battle in Southern California, ending in a sudden death showdown inside the deadliest ring of fire in the history of Battle Royale. This is BR that can only happen in Battlefield.[/p][p]REDSEC’s Battle Royale experience is built on Battlefield’s foundation of iconic all-out warfare, tactical destruction, and squad-based gameplay defined by its Class System. The standard Battle Royale match holds up to 100 players in either four-player squad or duo formats at launch.[/p][p]Choose your class and Sidearm before dropping in, then work with your squad (or duo) to earn and unlock additional abilities, gadgets, call-ins and more to gain a tactical advantage. Scour the map to find loadout items, including weapons of various rarities and Upgrade Kits, or complete squad missions to unlock powerful rewards. You may even find a vehicle keycard that grants access to a heavy armored tank.[/p][p]We detail everything you need to know about Battle Royale in this guide here.[/p][h3]REDSEC: Gauntlet[/h3][p][/p][p]Ready to run the Gauntlet? This all-new cutthroat, knockout-style, fast-paced elimination experience pits squads against each other in a series of high-octane missions, some of which will be familiar to Battlefield Multiplayer veterans.[/p][p]In Gauntlet, eight squads go head-to-head in a series of special missions that push every squad to their limit. Decryption, extraction, territory domination, target protection, explosive transport and more–only squads with the complete package will come out on top in this Gauntlet of elimination ending in a squad vs. squad showdown.[/p][p]Every Gauntlet “round” is a different mode or “missions,” such as Deadlock, a multi-team variant of King of the Hill, or Wreckage, which is similar to Rush. With eight mission types and numerous Combat Zones, it is incredibly rare to have the exact same Gauntlet mission sequence in back-to-back matches. However, prior to each mission, a miniature briefing takes place that details the rules of engagement and how points are scored.[/p][p]At the end of each round, the bottom two teams in that mission  are eliminated from the Gauntlet leading up to the championship duel between two remaining squads. [/p][p]Everything you need to know about Gauntlet can be found here.[/p][h3]REDSEC: Portal[/h3][p][/p][p]REDSEC gives unprecedented access to Portal’s massive sandbox. Every creator and player has the ability to create unique and unforgettable REDSEC experiences, for free.[/p][p]The REDSEC version of Portal includes the entirety of Fort Lyndon, as well as Gauntlet and Battle Royale and Verified Modes, with all free seasonal REDSEC content, including weapons, vehicles and more, available for use. Battlefield 6 owners can also use everything from REDSEC, and combine it with the wealth of available tools, options and features, including all new content in Season 1.[/p][h2]Rogue Ops - All Available Content in Battlefield 6 AND REDSEC[/h2][p][/p][p]Earn functional and customization rewards through the revamped Battle Pass system, which includes all three new functional weapons for use in Battlefield 6 and REDSEC. Rogue Ops will also include a new map and mode for Battlefield 6, as well as two Primary Weapon attachments and a land vehicle for both experiences.[/p][p]Note: content that is available only in Battlefield 6, such as Multiplayer maps and modes, will be labelled as such.[/p][h3]Season 1 Battle Pass (Battlefield 6 AND REDSEC)[/h3][p][/p][p]Deepen your arsenal. Choose from four unique themed paths with over 100+ tiers of content, each stocked with tactical gear including all new free functional weapons and cool cosmetics.. Unlock six rewards instantly, and complete all to unlock the final path containing high value rewards.[/p][p]Enhance your Battle Pass and be the first to the frontline with Battlefield Pro*. Get 25 Tier Skips on top of the base Battle Pass, six instant unlocks, the ability to host a 100 player persistent server in Portal, a dedicated bonus path, and more. [/p][p]Learn more about the new Battle Pass System and its Season 1 offerings, as well as BF Pro, here.[/p][h3]Blackwell Fields - Map, Support for All Combat Sizes, Land and Air Vehicles (Battlefield 6)[/h3][p][/p][p]Blackwell Fields is an ominous large-scale All-Out-Warfare map set in Southern California with military facilities and scattered homesteads under siege, all under the backdrop of a breathtaking burning horizon. Each Multiplayer mode will focus on different areas of the map, with Conquest focusing on the full Badlands. Mid-sized and small team tactical modes, such as Breakthrough and the new Multiplayer mode Strikepoint, are played on an area in and around the map’s military depot, while small modes are centered around the fields’ scrapyard.[/p][h3]Strikepoint - Mode, Designed for 4v4 Combat (Battlefield 6)[/h3][p][/p][p]No second chances. This fast-paced first-to-6 match has no respawns and only one capture point. To win a round, capture the point, or eliminate the enemy team.[/p][p]Tactical, objective-based teamwork is key to victory; from reviving downed squadmates to denying map routes and objective access with Gadgets and Throwables, coordinate with your squad to come up with a winning strategy.[/p][h3]Armored Transport: Traverser Mark 2 - Land Vehicle (Battlefield 6)[/h3][p][/p][p]The Armored Transport (ATP), the vehicle designation to the faction-agnostic Traverser Mark 2, is the definition of an infantry support vehicle, providing strong onboard firepower as well as benefits for nearby allies. [/p][p]Bulkier than the Light Ground Transport with some mine blast protection , both NATO and PAX Armata use the Traverser Mark 2 to breach frontlines with its mounted roof gun and additional fire support from side gunner seats. Should a squadmate need a respawn, it can also serve as a spawn point.[/p][p]Its unique passive abilities grant benefits to all allies near the vehicle even if it is unoccupied; unlike most vehicles, staying near the Traverser Mark 2 will keep it under friendly team control and prevent it from being stolen. Rank up this hardware to discover its versatility, especially in tightly packed areas such as urban sprawls.[/p][h3]SOR-300C  - Carbine Rifle (Battlefield 6 AND REDSEC)[/h3][p][/p][p]This modular rifle in subcompact .300 BLK configuration favors close range engagements.[/p][p]The perfect weapon for mid-long range combat. A carbine rifle with a low rate of fire and increased recoil control.[/p][p]With a low rate of fire designed for better control, this subcompact carbine is chambered in the higher damage .300 Blackout ammunition compared to the platform’s 5.56 version.[/p][h3]Mini Scout - Sniper Rifle (Battlefield 6 AND REDSEC)[/h3][p][/p][p]This lightweight scout rifle offsets reduced damage by allowing rapid follow-up shots without having to break focus.[/p][p]The spiritual successor to the Scout Elite. A fast, lightweight, bolt-action rifle capable of one-hit kill shots only to the head, unlike other bolt-action rifles.[/p][p]Its quick draw, aiming and rechambering times allow for fast-follow up shots that are needed to down enemies at any range. Battlefield veterans know how to work this weapon into their loadouts: a hardlined aggressive Recon soldier, determined to get behind enemy lines, can modify this weapon to make it the silent and lethal they need to finish any job.[/p][h3]GGH-22 - Sidearm (Battlefield 6 AND REDSEC)[/h3][p][/p][p]A renowned semi-auto pistol with a .40 caliber chambering for improved ranged performance.[/p][p]High-capacity, high fire rate and low damage, this pistol is meant to bail out a soldier when their primary (and in the case of Assault, both their primaries) run dry. Not only will it be slightly better at a distance compared to other Sidearms, it is also a reliable backup that is ready at the hip when desperate times call for desperate measures.[/p][h3]Rail Cover & LPVO - Attachments (Battlefield 6 AND REDSEC)[/h3][p][/p][p]Available for a variety of rifles and light machine guns, these two attachments - the Rail Cover and the SU-230 Low Powered Variable Optic (LPVO) - are the first of several to drop after launch to make you rethink how you spend those attachment points.[/p][p]The Rail Cover, which is available for specific weapons, improves weapon draw speed slightly, allowing for more mobility at a low attachment point cost.[/p][p]The SU-230 LPVO grants a precision sight picture with magnification levels ranging from 1x to 4x that can be manually adjusted.[/p][p]Both of these attachments are unlocked through a Season 1 Challenge Assignment.[/p][h2]California Resistance - Available November 18[/h2][p][/p][p]Season 1’s second phase is around the liberation of SoCal; prepare for combat on a new map in Eastwood and a new16-player Multiplayer mode in Battlefield 6, an additional Gauntlet Mode for REDSEC, and two new weapons to be used across Battlefield 6 and REDSEC.[/p][h3]Eastwood - Map, Support for All Combat Sizes, Land Vehicles and Helicopters (Battlefield 6)[/h3][p][/p][p]War has come to an idyllic villa in Southern California. The luxurious pools and private golf courses of Eastwood have become a battleground. High-intensity action threatens the calm and serenity of this suburban landscape.[/p][h3]Sabotage - Limited-Time Mode, Designed for 8v8 Combat (Battlefield 6)[/h3][p][/p][p]Protect and Destroy. Two teams fight to attack or defend high-priority cargo in multiple areas across the map. Cargo takes damage from grenades, gadgets, explosives –whatever it takes to get the job done. The team that destroys the most cargo wins.[/p][h3]Rodeo - Gauntlet Mission (REDSEC)[/h3][p][/p][p]Saddle up for a tank-centered addition to the Gauntlet mission rotation. [/p][p]In Rodeo, squads must earn eliminations while occupying heavily armored tanks scattered throughout the playable area. The two squads with the least amount of points are removed from the Gauntlet match.[/p][h3]Turfpro PVT Royale - Vehicle (Battlefield 6 AND REDSEC)[/h3][p][/p][p]The deadliest vehicle on the fairway. A 4-person Golf Cart that can transport any squad into or out of combat.[/p][p]Of course, this commandeered cart cannot handle on-board military-grade weapons, so any defense means must be provided by the infantry who dare to drive these carts into the heat of battle.[/p][h3]Battle Pickups - Feature (Battlefield 6 AND REDSEC)[/h3][p][/p][p]Battle Pickups are weapons of unprecedented power that can turn the tides of battle. These weapons are rare and can only be found in high value caches around the map. Secure a Battle Pickup to gain a major tactical advantage for your squad.[/p]

• [p]Rorsch Mk-2 SMRW: A chargeable Railgun inflicting massive damage to soldiers, vehicles, and structures.[/p]
• [p]MP-RMG: A Minigun with a fast rate of fire, effective against light vehicles and infantry.[/p]

[h3]DB-12 - Shotgun (Battlefield 6 AND REDSEC)[/h3][p][/p][p]A dual barrel pump-action shotgun that feeds from two different tubes. One trigger pull shoots the cartridge from one barrel, a second trigger pull shoots the other, then the pump action rechambers both barrels.[/p][h3]M327 Trait - Sidearm (Battlefield 6 AND REDSEC)[/h3][p][/p][p]High damage with a low rate of fire, this eight-round revolver is strong up close with a considerable damage drop-off compared to the .44 Magnum.[/p][h3]Slim Handstop - Attachment (Battlefield 6 AND REDSEC)[/h3][p][/p][p]The third attachment to come in Season 1, this grip offers an alternative choice for underbarrel choices with its unique blend of ergonomic and handling changes.[/p][h2]Winter Offensive - Available December 9[/h2][p][/p][p]Season 1’s final phase challenges your squad to break through an icy stalemate - expect the Empire State to freeze over, Multiplayer and Gauntlet mode variants using a new Ice Lock mechanic, and additional Portal updates before the end of the year.[/p][h3]Ice Lock Empire State - Limited-Time Map Update (Battlefield 6)[/h3][p]Environmental threats detected -- temperatures have dropped well below freezing in Brooklyn. Gear up, stay warm, and take complete control of the borough with this limited time visual update to the Empire State map.[/p][h3]Ice Lock - Limited-Time Event (Battlefield 6)[/h3][p]The Ice Lock looms…[/p][p]This Limited-Time Event is centered around a mechanic called Freeze, a gameplay modifier that slowly reduces player health if they do not seek external heat sources. Don’t be caught snowblind; Combat Zones will have designated Heat Zones to bring your core temperature back up to normal, or you can create fire using Incendiary Grenades and other Gadgets.[/p][h3]Ice Lock Gauntlet - Limited-Time Event (REDSEC)[/h3][p]Similar to the Ice Lock for Battlefield 6 Multiplayer, Gauntlet will have a Limited-Time Ice Lock variant that adds to the experience’s relentless nature with the sheer force of harsh winter conditions. [/p][p]Unlike a traditional Gauntlet on Fort Lyndon, Ice Lock Gauntlet takes place on the Battlefield 6 Multiplayer map Empire State Ice Lock with a locked set of three operations in every match. Master these operations while braving the effects of Freeze, and your squad will be rewarded with more than just the pride of victory.[/p][h3]Ice Climbing Axe - Melee[/h3][p]Designed to make an enemy’s blood run cold or pick through more delicate environmental pieces, expect this new melee tool to compliment this category typically reserved for knives and the sledgehammer.[/p][h3]Portal Updates[/h3][p]Expect a new Verified mode and all Winter Offensive content, including the Ice Lock Empire State map and the Ice Lock variant rules, to be added to Portal.[/p][h2]This is Your War - Jump into Battlefield Today[/h2][p][/p][p][/p][p]The ultimate all-out war is here - rally the squad and join the fight today. [/p][p]Battlefield 6 is available in both the standard edition (MSRP USD$69.99) and the Phantom Edition (MSRP USD$99.99)**. The Phantom Edition includes the BF Pro Token, Phantom Squad Soldier Skins, Weapon Packages, Deluxe XP Boost, and more, in addition to the full game download of Battlefield 6.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Be the first to the frontline with Battlefield Pro. Get 25 Tier Skips on top of the base Battle Pass, six exclusive instant unlocks, the ability to host a 100 player persistent server in Portal, a dedicated bonus path, and more. Learn more about Battlefield Pro here.[/p][p]*Some content available to be unlocked mid-season, visit [/p][p]battlefield.com[/p][p] for more details.[/p][p]**Offers may vary or change.  See retailer site for details.  [/p]