Leaked: Early Battlefield 6 Footage Appears Online

Exciting news for fans of the Battlefield series: early gameplay footage of EA's upcoming Battlefield game has surfaced online, stemming from a closed playtest. As reported by TheGamer, Twitch user anto_merguezz inadvertently streamed footage from EA's exclusive Battlefield Labs playtest. Although the original stream is no longer available on anto_merguezz's page, resourceful fans managed to capture and share the footage across various online platforms, particularly on Reddit.

The leaked footage seems to validate earlier hints from Vince Zampella about the game's "modern" setting, setting it apart from other Battlefield titles that have ventured into historical or futuristic realms. Viewers were treated to glimpses of intense firefights and the hallmark destructible environments that the series is known for. Early reactions from fans appear to be positive, a promising sign especially following the lukewarm reception of Battlefield 2042 at its launch.

Just last month, we received our first official glimpse of what to expect from the next Battlefield installment. It was announced that the game will feature a return to a traditional, single-player, linear campaign, a move that has been warmly received by players who missed this component in the multiplayer-focused Battlefield 2042.

EA has set its sights on a fiscal 2026 release for this new Battlefield game, which translates to a launch window between April 2025 and March 2026. As the release date approaches, we can anticipate more official reveals and updates from EA. With leaks already circulating, it's clear that EA may need to expedite their official unveilings to keep up with the buzz.

IGN has reached out to EA for further comment on this matter.