For several years, the first-person shooter (FPS) series Battlefield, produced by Electronic Arts (EA) and DICE, has been finding it challenging to captivate gamers. The reception for Battlefield V was mixed, while Battlefield 2042 is generally perceived as a failure.
It’s highly likely that the franchise will stage a massive resurgence with Battlefield 6 – an upcoming release scheduled for October 10, which is expected to offer Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PS5 players some of the most exhilarating multiplayer experiences yet in the series.
The creators left gamers worldwide astounded by unveiling an impressive multiplayer version, assuring the comeback of Battlefield’s renowned character classes and immersive destructible environments, all while enhancing its graphics, gameplay sensation, and selection of offerings to unprecedented levels.
The free open beta for Battlefield 6, taking place during the weekends of August 9-10 and August 14-17 (with early access from August 7-8 for those who took part in Battlefield Labs playtests), was also unveiled. Before its release next week, DICE has released the system requirements for the PC version of this shooter.
You can view them below, both in the official graphic and in the table beneath it:
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| Graphics settings: | 1080p @ 30 FPS, Low settings | 1440p @ 60 FPS, High settings (Balanced), 1080p @ 80+ FPS, Low settings (Performance) |
| GPU: | NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT / Intel Arc A380 | NVIDIA RTX 3060 Ti / AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT / Intel Arc B580 |
| Video memory: | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| CPU: | Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 | Intel Core i7-10700 / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X |
| RAM: | 16GB (dual-channel, 2133 MHz) | 16GB (dual-channel, 3200 MHz) |
| OS: | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| DirectX: | DirectX 12 | DirectX 12 |
| Storage: | 75 GB HDD (at launch) | 75 GB SSD (at launch) |
| Other: | TPM 2.0 enabled, UEFI Secure Boot enabled, HVCI capable, VBS capable | TPM 2.0 enabled, UEFI Secure Boot enabled, HVCI capable, VBS capable |
As an analyst, I was anticipating that the specifications needed to run Battlefield 6 would be rather demanding, considering its visually stunning graphics and the colossal scale of its 64-player maps. However, to my surprise, the system requirements presented are relatively reasonable.
With hardware that is around five to six years old, like the NVIDIA RTX 2060 graphics card or an Intel Core i5-8400 CPU, you can now run the game smoothly at a steady framerate of 30 FPS in 1080p with Low settings. While this might not be the most optimal experience for a fast-paced multiplayer shooter, it is playable and, these days, even Low graphics settings offer a decent visual appeal.
What might surprise you is how minimal the suggested specifications are. For instance, a graphics card like the RTX 3060 Ti and a CPU such as the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X could allow you to enter the battlefield smoothly at 1440p with a consistent 60 FPS on High settings. Frankly, that’s quite astonishing, especially considering we haven’t even considered options like Super Resolution scaling or AI Frame Generation yet.
In general, many PC gamers with contemporary hardware setups won’t likely require system upgrades, and it might be feasible to run the game from an older hard drive (it would be highly beneficial to invest in a high-performance SSD for quicker loading times). The game’s 75 GB file size isn’t overly large when considering the substantial storage demands of games like Call of Duty.
Some might find the prerequisites for activating UEFI Secure Boot and HVCI problematic, as these are necessary due to Battlefield 6’s anti-cheat solution at the kernel level, which has the potential to spark debate over its extensive system access. Nonetheless, such programs represent the most potent tools in combating unauthorized intrusion.
If you’re curious about whether your computer can handle Battlefield 6, you can find out by typing “dxdiag” into the Windows Search Bar and clicking on the Command Prompt that appears. This will open a window where you can see your GPU details under the “Display” tab, and all other important information on the “System” tab. On the other hand, checking your hard drive space is straightforward using Windows File Explorer.
It’s worth mentioning that Battlefield 6 can be purchased from multiple platforms like Steam, the EA App, and the Epic Games Store on PC. However, if you buy it from Epic, you’ll need to launch it through the EA App. Contrarily, if you buy it from Steam, you won’t need the EA App. This might just be another reason for people to lean towards Valve’s platform. Regardless of your chosen storefront, an EA account is necessary to play the game.
You can now pre-order Battlefield 6, with its Standard Edition priced at $70 (thanks, EA, for resisting the temptation to increase game prices to $80, for now). Pre-ordering isn’t mandatory to gain access to the Open Beta, but if you choose to do so, you’ll receive a few special cosmetic items.
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2025-08-02 01:40