Weekend 2 of Battlefield 6 beta introduces a calmer gaming experience, featuring the urban landscape of Brooklyn.
Battlefield 6's second open beta weekend, commencing on August 14 at 1:00 a.m. PT globally, brings a new feature that empowers players to select their preferred combinations of maps and modes – the Custom Search. This feature, part of DICE and EA's response to player feedback from the first beta weekend, allows for a more personalised gaming experience.
However, it's essential to clarify that Custom Search is not a server browser; server browsing remains unavailable in this beta phase. This feature aims to enhance player agency in matchmaking within the constraints of the beta while relying on automatic matchmaking systems.
Custom Search is available during the Open Weapon mode playlists, enabling players to mix and match between maps and modes according to preference. The All-Out Warfare playlist, for instance, rotates between Breakthrough, Conquest, and Rush, providing variety and gauging community preferences.
The second beta weekend also features more content, including the classic Rush mode and the infantry-only Empire State map. This update coincides with playlist changes, aiming to create a more immersive military shooter experience, one of the game's key objectives.
Preorders for Battlefield 6 are available now across all its platforms – Steam, Epic Games, EA, Xbox, and PS5 – with a MSRP of $69.99. The game is scheduled for full launch on October 10.
The Battlefield 6 Open Beta broke Call of Duty's record on the Steam platform, with over 500K players participating during the first weekend alone. The reception to Battlefield 6 and its beta has been almost unanimously positive, marking a significant step towards bringing the franchise back into a positive spotlight after the disappointment of Battlefield 2042.
Despite the lack of an official server browser, the Custom Search feature addresses a major piece of negative feedback from the first Open Beta weekend, ensuring that players are less likely to be matched into the same map multiple times.
EA has committed to avoiding the $80 price point for Battlefield 6, making it an accessible option for a wide range of gamers. The developers have not confirmed but hinted that a server browser might be developed in the future.
In Battlefield 6, players can expect the return of iconic classes, new class gadgets, advanced dynamic destruction systems, and more. The game promises to deliver a thrilling, immersive experience that will captivate both long-time fans and newcomers to the series.
- Some gamers might prefer using their PCs to play Battlefield 6, as it is available on platforms like Steam and Epic Games.
- The upcoming Xbox updates may include the support for Battlefield 6, allowing players to engage in action-packed gaming sessions on their Xbox consoles.
- In the realm of technology and gadgets, the Custom Search feature in Battlefield 6 gives players the chance to select their preferred game modes and maps on Xbox, PC, or any other platform.
