Game Series Battlefield 6 Adopts Call of Duty's Approach of Allowing Players to Selectively Install Game Components, Alleviating Hard Drive Strain; Concerns Arise Regarding a Potential Day-One Patch, Overfilling Storage Space Despite User Selection
Battlefield 6, the highly anticipated upcoming instalment in the popular first-person shooter series, is set to make its mark on the gaming world. However, as with many large-scale modern games, especially "live service" titles like Battlefield 6, concerns about storage requirements have surfaced among fans.
Initial File Size and Modular Installation
The initial file size of Battlefield 6 on PC (Steam) ranges from 55GB to 80GB, depending on whether the minimum or recommended installation options are chosen. This size is significantly smaller than many contemporary AAA shooters and notably less than Call of Duty’s often very large install sizes.
To help manage disk space, Battlefield 6 will likely support modular installs, allowing players to select which components (e.g., single-player, multiplayer modes) they want to install. This approach allows users to only use up space on the components they want, with the flexibility to swap and change as desired.
Potential Future Growth
While the launch size is relatively modest, potential future updates could increase overall storage requirements. A leaked report suggested that the beta version was about 30GB, but the full game at release could grow to over 100GB after all content and updates are added. This suggests that Battlefield 6 starts with a reasonable size footprint but could require significantly more storage after updates and added content, similar to trends seen in large multiplayer shooters.
Addressing Concerns
One concern raised is the potential size of the day-one patch for Battlefield 6. However, an EA representative has confirmed that users will be able to pick and choose which components of the game they install, potentially alleviating the impact of a large day-one patch.
Another concern is the potential impact of skill-based matchmaking in Battlefield 6. Some fans are worried about the potential impact of this feature, which is similar to the one used in more recent Call of Duty games.
The Battlefield 6 Open Beta
The Battlefield 6 open beta will start on August 7, with early access, and will be open to everyone else soon after. This will provide players with an opportunity to experience the game before its official release and test the modular install system firsthand.
In summary, Battlefield 6 offers a modular installation system, allowing players to manage their storage effectively. However, potential future updates could increase overall storage requirements, making it essential for players to plan their storage accordingly. The open beta, starting in August, will provide a chance for players to test the game and its installation system before the official release.
- Battlefield 6, set to create a stir in the gaming world, currently has an initial file size of 55GB to 80GB on PC (Steam), which is relatively smaller compared to many contemporary AAA shooters.
- To help manage disk space, Battlefield 6 is expected to support modular installations, enabling players to select which components, such as single-player or multiplayer modes, they wish to install.
- Though the launch size is sizeable, potential future updates could increase the overall storage requirements, with estimates suggesting that the full game at release could grow to over 100GB after all content and updates are added.
- To alleviate concerns about a large day-one patch for Battlefield 6, an EA representative has confirmed that users will have the option to pick and choose which components of the game they install.
- The Battlefield 6 open beta, starting on August 7, provides players with an opportunity to test the game and its installation system ahead of the official release, giving them a glimpse into the action-packed world of gaming with this upcoming title.
