Battlefield Gauntlet Mode Is the Best Thing to Ever Happen to Battle Royales

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Following the massive success of PUBG, many game studios have tried to create their own popular battle royale games, resulting in titles like Fortnite, Apex Legends, and Call of Duty: Warzone. Now, Battlefield Studios is joining the fray with Battlefield Redsec, a battle royale version of their recently released Battlefield 6. Over time, traditional battle royale games have started to feel stale – with a lot of waiting, repetitive item collecting, and long periods without action. But Battlefield Redsec has a game mode that really addresses these issues, and I’m a big fan.

Having tried almost every battle royale game out there, I can honestly say that Battlefield Redsec’s Gauntlet mode is a really innovative take on the genre. It completely changes how battle royales can be played. Instead of the usual massive 100-player free-for-all, Gauntlet focuses on smaller, 32-player matches with clear objectives, making every moment feel incredibly intense and exciting. It’s easily my favorite mode in Battlefield 6, and I think it’s a huge step forward for battle royale games in general.

Gauntlet Gives Battle Royales Fast Rounds, Real Stakes, and No Filler

What I dislike most about many battle royale games is spending time finding good equipment, only to be eliminated right away, or spending a long time gearing up and then not finding any opponents. That’s where Gauntlet really stands out. It’s quick, action-packed, and challenging – but in a good way. The best part is that it skips the endless searching for loot and the long stretches of empty map traversal.

Unlike the large-scale battles in typical Battlefield games, Gauntlet Mode focuses on fast-paced action with 32 players competing in smaller, specifically designed maps over several rounds. Each round lasts only a few minutes – usually under 10 – and features different objectives, like capturing data or escaping under attack. This variety keeps each match exciting, and with fewer players, every fight feels more impactful.

Unlike many battle royales, this game starts you with all the gear you’ve chosen, so you can skip the time spent searching for weapons and supplies. It focuses on the core excitement of the genre – skillful combat, smart decision-making, and working with your team to achieve goals and advance. While it doesn’t have the traditional looting phase, it delivers the same thrilling rush as a battle royale, but in a new and innovative way.

Battlefield Redsec Drops the Loot While Embracing Survival in Gauntlet

What makes Battlefield Redsec’s Gauntlet Mode so different is that it gets rid of traditional looting altogether. Most battle royale games rely on finding loot to keep players engaged, but it can also make the game slow and tedious. I often spent more time searching for weapons than actually fighting, and I really appreciate that Gauntlet does away with that frustrating cycle.

Gauntlet rounds start with each player already equipped with gear suited for their class and role, letting you jump straight into the action. This eliminates the random nature of loot drops often found in battle royales – you won’t have to worry about bad luck with starting equipment. Success depends entirely on your team’s skill, strategy, and choices, making every match more competitive. The requirements to advance between rounds create a similar sense of urgency as the shrinking play area in a traditional battle royale.

As a fan, what I really love about Gauntlet isn’t just trying to stay alive – it’s what you’re surviving for. The objectives really make you push forward and, crucially, interact with other teams. There’s this amazing tension when you’re trying to complete one while getting attacked from all sides – like desperately holding a point while enemies try to flank you, or coordinating a quick escape. Honestly, it feels like the Battlefield I grew up with – that focus on teamwork and tactics – but with the high-stakes, exciting energy of a Battle Royale.

Battlefield Just Stole the Crown From Every Other Battle Royale

The battle royale scene has felt pretty stale lately. While Fortnite remains popular, and games like Apex Legends and Warzone get updates, none have really tried anything drastically different. Battlefield’s Redsec brings back familiar team-based action, and I’m a little disappointed there’s no solo play, but the new Gauntlet mode is a genuinely innovative addition. That’s what makes Battlefield’s battle royale stand out as my personal favorite.

Gauntlet feels like a fresh take on the battle royale genre. While the 100-player format was innovative in games like PUBG, it often leads to lengthy matches that many players, including myself, don’t have time for. Gauntlet streamlines the experience, making every encounter meaningful and rewarding. What’s really remarkable is how it integrates Battlefield’s core features – like destructible environments, vehicles, and teamwork – to improve the mode without disrupting its balance.

As a longtime fan, I can honestly say this new Gauntlet mode is the most fun I’ve had in a Battlefield game in years – it might even be one of the best battle royale experiences out there! I’m always getting frustrated with the slow parts in typical battle royales, spending ages just wandering around and then getting picked off from way too far away. But Gauntlet feels different – it’s got that great survival tension I love, but it keeps the action moving. Battlefield has really hit a sweet spot with Gauntlet and Battlefield Redsec, and I’m hoping they bring these features into Battlefield 6 and keep building on them. If they do, this battle royale could easily become the best around!

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2025-10-30 19:13