Battlefield 6 May Skip PS4 and Xbox One
▼ Summary
– Battlefield 6 will reportedly be exclusive to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, skipping PS4 and Xbox One.
– EA has not officially confirmed platform availability, but store links suggest next-gen console exclusivity.
– GameSpot reached out to EA for clarification on platforms and potential Switch 2 support.
– Unlike Call of Duty, the mainline Battlefield series has never been released on Nintendo platforms.
– Battlefield 6 is being developed by multiple studios under EA, with multiplayer details set for reveal on July 31.
Battlefield 6 appears poised to leave behind last-gen consoles, with strong indications pointing to a PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S exclusive release. Recent observations from the game’s official wishlist pages suggest the upcoming military shooter won’t be available on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One, marking a significant shift for the franchise.
The evidence comes from the Battlefield 6 website, where the Xbox link directs users to an Xbox Series X|S product page, omitting any mention of Xbox One. While the PlayStation Store listing doesn’t specify platforms, the absence of Xbox One support strongly implies a similar stance for PS4. This aligns with industry trends as developers increasingly focus on newer hardware to maximize performance and innovation.
EA has yet to confirm these details, and inquiries regarding platform availability remain unanswered. Additionally, questions about potential support for Nintendo’s rumored Switch 2 remain open, though historical precedent suggests Battlefield has never launched on a Nintendo platform. By comparison, Activision has publicly committed to bringing Call of Duty to Switch in the future.
The previous installment, Battlefield 2042, launched across both generations in 2021, but with PS4 and Xbox One now over a decade old, their phase-out was inevitable. The move to current-gen exclusivity allows developers to fully leverage advanced hardware capabilities without being held back by older systems.
Developed collaboratively under the Battlefield Studios umbrella, including DICE, Motive, Ripple Effect, and Criterion, Battlefield 6 has already teased its campaign in a recent trailer. Fans can expect a deeper look at multiplayer gameplay when EA unveils more details later this month. The decision to skip last-gen consoles could signal a bold new direction for the franchise, prioritizing cutting-edge experiences over broader accessibility.
(Source: GameSpot)
