Battlefield 6 Adds Casual XP Mode for Stress-Free Progression
▼ Summary
– Battlefield 6 has introduced Casual Breakthrough as a more relaxed multiplayer mode where players can still earn progression and complete challenges.
– The mode features smaller teams with 16 real players and 32 bots, playing exclusively on the Siege of Cairo and Empire State maps.
– Players earn full XP from actions against real players but reduced XP from bot actions, while career stats, dogtags, and accolades are unavailable.
– Season One launched alongside this mode and includes a new battle royale called Redsec, marking the game’s first major content update.
– Battlefield 6 has sold over seven million copies in under a week, breaking series records and sparking community Easter egg discoveries.
For players seeking a more laid-back Battlefield 6 experience without sacrificing advancement, the newly launched Casual Breakthrough mode offers the perfect solution. This alternative gameplay style provides a less intense environment where you can still earn meaningful progression across various systems, all while engaging in combat on a smaller, more manageable scale.
Accessible directly from the main menu under the Multiplayer tab, Casual Breakthrough is designed for those moments when you want to dive into the action without the high-pressure atmosphere of a full player-versus-player match. You won’t find dogtags, accolades, or career stat tracking here, but the core progression elements remain fully intact. The mode currently features two specific maps for this experience: Siege of Cairo and Empire State.
The development team emphasized the goal of creating a “more relaxed way to play while still earning progression and completing challenges.” A key feature of this mode is its unique experience point system. You will receive the full amount of XP for actions performed against real human players, while interactions with AI bots will grant a reduced amount. This ensures that skillful play against other people is properly rewarded.
Here’s what the new Casual Breakthrough mode brings to the table:
Each match features 16 human players, split into two teams of eight, supported by 32 AI bots, 16 on each side, to create smaller, more tactical battles. The developers have emphasized community involvement, noting that they’ll be “monitoring player feedback to determine if further adjustments are needed.”
This update arrives alongside Season One, marking the game’s first major content drop since its record-breaking debut, when it sold over seven million copies in its first week. Season One also introduces a surprise battle royale mode named Redsec, adding a new competitive layer to the experience.
Beyond the official updates, the game’s community remains deeply engaged. One player recently discovered a hidden room linked to the in-game shooting range, a reminder of how devoted fans continue to push the boundaries of exploration within the game’s world.
(Source: Euro Gamer)
