On Thursday, August 14, the second phase of the open beta for Battlefield 6 commenced. This phase introduces three new elements: the timeless Rush game mode, the Squad Deathmatch mode, and an additional map titled Empire State, which is located in Brooklyn, New York.
Over these last four days of open beta testing, I’ve been eagerly diving into the game, knowing that it’s about to go offline until its official release on October 10, 2025. I want to savor every moment before we’re all left in the dark, waiting for the grand launch!
The excitement surrounding Battlefield 6 exceeded my expectations greatly. Just six days after concluding its initial open beta phase, it reached an unprecedented peak of 521,079 concurrent players on Steam alone. Even in its beta stage, these figures outperformed the all-time player count for Call of Duty remarkably.
1) Not only was there a rush among gamers to join the game, but Battlefield 6 drew an impressive 856,000 viewers on Twitch, far surpassing the previous record of 346,000 set by Battlefield 2024.
As I pen down these words on a Friday morning, August 15, the open beta of Battlefield 6 currently boasts over 322,000 players on Steam. By the end of my workday, that player count is set to increase by at least one more – me!
It appears that the excitement generated by the high-octane multiplayer unveiling of Battlefield 6 may be subsiding slightly during its second open beta phase. A particularly vocal group (often referred to as such) has been expressing their concerns about certain key aspects of the game on platforms like Reddit and X.
Battlefield 6 is receiving heat for its Rush game mode
While the initial weekend of the Battlefield 6 open beta didn’t include demolition gameplay, the comeback of the Rush mode has sparked a difference of opinion within the gaming community.
In the game Battlefield, a series regular called Rush has one team working to plant and detonate strategic targets in each zone before proceeding to the next. Meanwhile, the opposing team’s mission is to protect their M-COM stations from getting bombarded by these explosive attacks.
Initially debuting in Battlefield: Bad Company under the name Gold Rush, this game mode emphasizes more compact infantry combat. In Battlefield: Bad Company 2, I found myself frequently engaging with Rush, a mode that offered either 12 versus 12 for console users or 16 versus 16 for PC players.
Initially, there was immense anticipation for Rush’s comeback in Battlefield 6. However, this enthusiasm seemed to dwindle as players experienced its integration within the game on various platforms. A Reddit post with over 20,000 upvotes voiced concerns about the return of a 12v12 Rush mode across all platforms.
It seems that they are overemphasizing their efforts to appeal to fans of Call of Duty, disregarding some essential aspects of Battlefield’s identity. This shift can be quite disheartening indeed.
Corn_The_Nezha (Reddit)
It seems mode has met its end.
In the game, MCOM explosive timers have been adjusted from 45 seconds to 30 seconds, reducing the time defenders have to respond. Additionally, defender respawn times have been standardized at 12 seconds, eliminating the previous variability between 6 and 12 seconds.
It’s too soon to fully gauge player reactions to the latest changes, but it appears that some critics may have overlooked the essence of the Rush game mode as it was in earlier versions.
Some players feel that Battlefield 6 has abandoned the series’ core identity
Other players are expressing their feelings that Battlefield 6 seems unlike typical Battlefield games. A post on the official Battlefield subreddit, named “Why forsake your game’s unique character?”, has particularly piqued my interest.
battlefield from r/Battlefield/comments/1mqeu2r/why_abandon_your_games_identity
The original postmaker proposes that Battlefield has consistently stood out by being a more leisurely-tempoed shooting game in contrast to the numerous swift, responsive ones. So, what’s the reason behind your enthusiasm for abandoning this unique trait and mimicking the style of Call of Duty?
The discussion, almost reaching 1,000 responses, presents a variety of views. One participant remarks that “Battlefield has rarely been characterized by slowness” and instead emphasizes that it’s more about pandemonium than anything else.
A different response from someone who was raised playing Battlefield games expresses their enjoyment of Battlefield 6, finding the dislike towards it to be utterly absurd.
On social media, you can find numerous instances where gamers express dislike for different games. Being a long-time Battlefield player dating back to 1942, I often align myself with those offering praise or are so engrossed in the game they don’t feel the need to comment.
I’ve been playing Battlefield for 23 years, and I’m having a blast with Battlefield 6
Firstly, let me clarify something upfront: Just because I find the game enjoyable doesn’t necessarily mean you will too. That being said, I have to say that Battlefield 6, even in its limited open beta form, certainly carries the classic Battlefield feel.
Some parts may require adjustments prior to the final launch, which is why we are in an open beta phase. The classes might need some tweaking, especially Support, as it seems excessively strong in terms of both health and ammunition.
The arrangement and size adjustments, particularly in Rush, could use some refinement for a touch more space, but it doesn’t seem as problematic as some people suggest. I’ll reserve my definitive opinion until I’ve examined the additional five maps DICE plans to release with the game launch.
Essentially, Battlefield 6 delivers the thrilling, chaotic gameplay that I’m fond of, boasting exceptional sound design. The specialized characters with catchy one-liners are no longer present. Fortunately, players don’t need superhuman reflexes to excel; instead, it remains essential to play smart and collaborate effectively in squads for success. In essence, Battlefield 6 truly captures the feel of classic Battlefield games.
Even though two newer Battlefield games have been released, I’ve still invested a lot of time into Battlefield 4 and Battlefield 1. However, that might soon change as it appears that Battlefield 6 could become our next favorite game. Last night, while discussing if we had the time for another round with friends, we noticed that Battlefield 6 seems to be the upcoming title we’ll be playing more often.
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2025-08-16 02:10