Summary
Battlefieldhas had its struggles, particularly with a few recent controversies. However, rumors surrounding a competitor have set the stage forBattlefieldto take advantage of a unique opportunity.
Battlefield 2042has had a rough time. Its recent controversy surrounding the Stadium map has undone some of the goodwill brought on by the game’s recurring updates—goodwill that was sorely needed in response to its critical and commercial woes. The series has fallen behindCall of Dutyand tumbled down from its spot as one of EA’s flagships. However, if it releases a modern game soon, it could be in a great position to fill a void left byCall of Duty.
Call Of Duty’s Release Schedule Gives The Next Battlefield A Chance To Make A Splash
With all the dismay surrounding the franchise at this time, fans have been looking to the future.The nextBattlefieldgamehas been subject to many a rumor, with a report by Insider Gaming suggesting that a 2025 release is on the cards. In addition, said game is rumored to be going back to the series' roots while also featuring a modern setting in the 2025-2030 range. These factors, when considered against the rumors surroundingCall of Duty’s next moves, giveBattlefielda chance to come back swinging—filling a gap in the market for modern-era FPS titles.
The Next Call Of Duty Games Won’t Fill The Same Niche As A Modern-Era Battlefield
One of thebiggest rumors surroundingCall of Duty’s 2024 entryis a potential Gulf War setting, planting it in the 1990s. This setting placing the game in the past is already in contrast toBattlefieldgoing modern in 2025, butCall of Duty’s own 2025 release is where things get interesting. While that game’s rumor mill is much sparser, Insider Gaming’s 2023 report claimed that the franchise would go semi-futuristic in 2025.
This situation, withCall of Dutygoing for the ’90s in 2024 and for the semi-futuristic in 2025, givesBattlefieldthe chance to answer the demand for modern-era shooters that will spring up during this period. With the nextBattlefieldalready rumored to return to its roots, a chance for the series to offer something notably different to its main rival is a combination with winning potential. Given how much controversy and dissatisfaction has festered aroundBattlefield 2042, EA can’t pass up the chance at redemption that’s fallen into its lap.
Battlefield’s Next Game Will Have To Set Itself Apart In Other Ways
On the other hand, rumors suggest the nextBattlefieldentry is releasing alongside a battle royale iteration of the series. The concept is clearly chasing the trend established byCall of Duty’s ownWarzone. Battle royales are a tough market at the best of times given the genre’s demands (something proven byBF5’s failed Firestorm mode), but EA already hasApex Legendsdominating the scene. Chasing a payday with such a genre is likely todigBattlefieldinto a deeper pit, especially given how the series' current game is criticized for being over-monetized.
Moreover,Call of Dutymay not be the best source of imitation in regard to making a new modern-era shooter.Modern Warfare 3’s remake last year attracted a great deal of negative press, so the nextBattlefieldshould really look at setting itself apart and outdoing that game. If 2025’sBattlefieldcan outshine Activision’s most recent modern shooter, it’ll be on a fast track to winning over disillusioned fans. In addition,Call of Duty’s 2025 game is rumoredto be having organizational problems, allegedly lacking a main developer. If the nextBattlefieldcan come to fruition smoothly, even if it means delaying itself to 2026 if needs be for the health of the crew, it could have a big advantage.
Battlefield 2042
WHERE TO PLAY
Battlefield 2042 is a first-person shooter that marks the return to the iconic all-out warfare of the franchise. With the help of a cutting-edge arsenal, engage in intense, immersive multiplayer battles.Lead your team to victory in both large all-out warfare and close-quarters combat on maps from the world of 2042 and classic Battlefield titles. Find your playstyle in class-based gameplay and take on several experiences comprising elevated versions of Conquest and Breakthrough. Explore Battlefield Portal, a platform where players can discover, create, and share unexpected battles from Battlefield’s past and present.This game includes optional in-game purchases of virtual currency that can be used to acquire virtual in-game items.
