Battlefield 6 Excludes PS4, Xbox One, and Switch 2
▼ Summary
– Battlefield 6 will release on October 10 exclusively for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, skipping PS4 and Xbox One.
– EA confirmed there are no plans to release Battlefield 6 on Switch 2.
– The decision aligns with industry trends as current-gen consoles near five years old, with successors already in development.
– Developers often drop older consoles to focus on newer hardware, avoiding performance limitations across multiple systems.
– Battlefield 6 returns to a modern setting with classic classes and a single-player mode, following Battlefield 2042’s futuristic approach.
Battlefield 6 will launch exclusively on next-gen consoles and PC, leaving behind PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. EA has officially confirmed the platforms for the upcoming shooter, making it clear the game won’t appear on last-generation hardware or Nintendo’s rumored Switch 2.
The publisher revealed the news alongside the multiplayer showcase, stating the title will arrive on October 10 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. When questioned about a potential Switch 2 release, EA responded directly, saying there are no current plans to bring the game to Nintendo’s next system.
This decision aligns with industry trends as developers increasingly shift focus toward newer hardware. With the current console generation approaching its fifth year, studios are prioritizing technology that allows them to maximize performance without being held back by older systems. The absence of PS4 and Xbox One listings on preorder pages further hinted at this move before the official announcement.
Supporting fewer platforms often enables developers to push graphical fidelity, mechanics, and scale further than if they had to accommodate weaker hardware. Some studios have faced challenges optimizing games across different performance tiers, like Larian Studios balancing Baldur’s Gate 3 between Xbox Series X and the less powerful Series S. By focusing solely on current-gen systems, EA’s team can fully leverage the capabilities of modern consoles.
Battlefield 6 represents a return to the franchise’s roots, abandoning the futuristic setting of Battlefield 2042 in favor of a modern-day conflict. The game reintroduces classic elements like specialized soldier classes and a dedicated single-player campaign. Players eager to try it early can participate in open beta tests scheduled for August ahead of the October launch.
(Source: GameSpot)
