What changed in Battlefield™ 2042 in 2021

Play Breakthrough and Conquest in 64 Player Modes for a limited time on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5.

Fan-favorite Rush mode is now available in Battlefield 2042, featuring attackers and defenders gameplay.

Smoother transitioning between game menus, Options menu, and matchmaking.

Three varying missions each week that reward player XP and unique cosmetic rewards.

Increased visibility and reduced clutter in gameplay UI elements, including player world icons.

New game mode layouts for Rush on all All-Out Warfare maps in Battlefield Portal.

A new custom mode allowing combat vehicles in custom experiences, supporting logic from the Rules Editor.

Over 150 fixes and improvements across all maps to enhance gameplay experience.

Improvements to the Collection screen menus for easier loadout customization.

Breakthrough matches will now correctly end after the last sector has been captured.

Reduced overall damage and range at which bullets do full damage, while increasing bullet spread.

Reduced the radius at which bullets do damage upon impact and decreased their splash damage.

Resolved instances where players were stuck in a downed state and unable to respawn, with a hidden timer introduced for forced redeploy after 30 seconds.

Reduced overall damage of the Minigun and adjusted bullet damage drop off.

Made general improvements to stability to prevent rare occurrences of game crashing.

Bullet spread has been reduced on all weapons except Shotguns for better accuracy during gameplay.

Resolved an issue where players who were killed close to obstacles such as walls or water were unable to be revived.

Increased vertical recoil to ensure that the weapon does not overperform when engaging outside of its intended combat range.

Equipped armor type for the LCAA Hovercraft has been adjusted to increase its vulnerability against different weapon types.

Resolved an issue that caused players queued for a match in Battlefield Portal to be sent back to the menu instead of joining the match.

The UAV-1 has been re-enabled with reduced health regeneration delay and speed, increased missile damage against vehicles and infantry, and the ability to roadkill enemies.

Implemented Server Side upgrades that are targeted at reducing instances of Rubber Banding, often experienced in the later part of a round.

Updated a skin earnable for Boris via Mastery Progression with a new name: Gator.

Provided a fix for Hazard Zone players who were not seeing their Extraction Streaks updating correctly.

Repaired an issue found in Hazard Zone that could cause players to be shown on the Map when they were not visible.

When looking at allies on your team, their names will now correctly display.

Fixed a rare occurrence in Hazard Zone that would sometimes cause the End of Round flow to not activate correctly.

Adjusted the animations for Falck during the End of Round sequence to ensure correct display.

PC Only - Enabled Specialist Selection in Hazard Zone via mouse interaction, removing the need to lock in your selection with the Spacebar.

Significantly reduced instances of stuttering when playing on Breakaway. Destroying the Silos should no longer reduce server performance.

Ensured that TDM Rounds in Battlefield Portal always start with Random Deploy set as active.

Applied measures to ensure the correct number of AI spawn in Custom Battlefield Portal modes using the Free for All preset.

Players who pre-ordered the Gold and Ultimate Editions of Battlefield 2042 can play the full experience via Early Access starting November 12.

A new mode where players retrieve critical Data Drives in a high-stakes environment.

Players can fully customize loadouts without class restrictions.

PC requirements have been lowered following the Open Beta.

A community-driven platform allowing players to create and share custom experiences.

Players can opt for cross-play and their progress will carry across platforms.

Players who pre-ordered the Gold and Ultimate Editions can access the game starting November 12, 2021.

Introduced Clustering for activity areas and Sectors for capturing control.

Plans for four Seasons with new content and updates post-launch.

Outlines expectations for community behavior in Battlefield.

The worldwide launch of Battlefield 2042 is set for November 19, 2021.

Includes fan-favorite modes Conquest and Breakthrough with up to 128 players.

Players will take on the role of Non-Patriated soldiers known as Specialists, each with unique skills.

Unlocks and cosmetics tied to hardware mastery milestones.

EA Play subscribers can access a ten-hour trial of Battlefield 2042 beginning Nov. 12.

Players who pre-purchased the Gold or Ultimate editions will have early access to the full game starting Nov. 12.

Options to adjust gameplay elements such as friendly fire, health regeneration, and weapon tuning are available.

Customization options for vehicle health regeneration, spawn methods, and combat vehicle availability.

Players can choose from various game modes including Conquest Large, Conquest, Rush, Free-For-All, and Team Deathmatch, with customization options available.

Players can toggle various UI elements such as the compass, minimap, and HUD visibility.

Players can relive classic maps such as Battle of the Bulge, El Alamein, Arica Harbor, Valparaiso, Noshahr Canals, and Caspian Border.

Players can define how Bots behave in their custom experiences, including PvE and PvP settings.

A powerful visual programming tool that allows players to create unique game experiences by modifying gameplay rules.

Introduction of Battlefield Portal allowing players to create custom game modes using classic maps and content from previous Battlefield titles.

Over 75 weapons available at launch, with options to manage weapon and attachment availability in custom modes.

First look at gameplay on three of the seven maps: Renewal, Breakaway, and Discarded.

Maps designed to accommodate 128 players, enhancing strategy and gameplay variety.

Game available on November 19, 2021, with early access starting November 12, 2021.

Introduction of All-Out Warfare, Battlefield™ Portal, and Battlefield™ Hazard Zone.

The Big Map feature will allow players to view the battlefield and squad locations during gameplay.

Players can now customize loadouts with custom names for quick switching.

The final five Specialists for Battlefield 2042 have been revealed, bringing the total to 10.

Critical alert messages have been reduced in size and frequency.

Entry and exit animations have been shortened, with some removed entirely.

Added strafe input to sliding, ability to vault on moving objects, and toned down jump spamming.

The kill log is now more readable with color coding for friend and foe.

Fixed issues with elevator doors exhibiting funky behaviors.

Score events have been moved to a more central position beneath the crosshair.

The compass will now always be visible while aiming down sights.

The Commorose system for in-game communication is now included.

The number of Tanks on the Orbital map has been increased from 4 to 8 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.

New Specialist system allows players to choose roles with unique Specialties and Traits.

A new indicator for nearby grenades has been implemented.

15 Tactical Upgrades available at launch to improve survival chances in Hazard Zone.

A new game mode where players scavenge for Data Drives while contending with storms and enemies.

Players can be brought back into the game through Redeploy Uplinks or Call-ins.

Progress made in Hazard Zone contributes to overall player level and unlocks in Battlefield 2042.

Overview of mission area showing probabilities for encountering Data Drives and enemies.

Next-gen versions support up to 32 players, while last-gen versions support up to 24 players.

A match of Hazard Zone can last between 5 to 20 minutes depending on player choices.

AI-controlled forces roam the map, posing a challenge for players retrieving Data Drives.

Players must defend themselves during extraction and can only leave with their squad.

Players select Specialists and Loadouts that complement each other for better extraction chances.

Players earn XP and Dark Market Credits based on Data Drives extracted and personal performance.

Players must locate, gather, and extract Data Drives before a storm overtakes the area.

The soundtrack will be released on vinyl by Lakeshore Records and Invada Records at a later date.

Open Beta runs from October 6th to October 10th, with early access starting on October 6.

The official soundtrack composed by Hildur Guðnadóttir and Sam Slater is now available for streaming and purchase.

Three tracks from the soundtrack are available for listening, including 'Battlefield 2042 Theme', 'Orbital', and 'The Observation of Beautiful Forms'.

Mouse and keyboard support for consoles will not be available at launch but is under investigation.

Players can block or unblock others in-game to prevent messaging or voice chat.

There are no warnings or suspensions for cheating; offenders are banned immediately.

New Community Guidelines have been established to promote positive play.

Players can mute individuals or all players in in-game text or voice chat.

Easy Anti-Cheat will be used to prevent and sanction cheaters.

Players can report others directly in-game for various offenses.

An in-game text profanity filter will always be active.

Cheaters will be instantly disconnected mid-match and permanently banned across all platforms.

Casper uses an OV-P Recon Drone to spot targets and disorient enemies with EMP blasts.

Mackay uses a grappling hook to pull himself towards surfaces and has enhanced speed when aiming down sights.

Irish excels at fortifying positions and creating small outposts for squad use.

Falck can heal allies with her S21 Syrette Pistol and revive them with full health.

Players can choose their role on the battlefield and form custom-made squads through the new Specialist system.

Boris operates an SG-36 Sentry System that spots and engages enemy targets.

Irish returns as a leader of the No-Pats with unique abilities.

A new high-stakes, squad-based game-type for the Battlefield franchise.

The map tells the story of a city ravaged by sand and extreme weather conditions.

Irish can deploy protective barriers and eliminate incoming projectiles.

Players will take on the role of Non-Patriated soldiers known as Specialists, each with unique skills.

An original cinematic piece exploring the final chapter of the No-Pats' story.

Players will discover the narrative through various in-game elements and organizations.

Pre-order incentive featuring an exclusive skin for Irish.

Players can share their custom experiences and follow others to keep track of their matches.

Players can earn experience points through various game modes, contributing to their overall progression.

Players can pit different factions from various Battlefield eras against each other in custom matches.

A visual scripting tool that allows players to define rules and victory conditions for their custom experiences.

Players can adjust mobility, visibility, arsenal, and scale settings for their custom experiences.

Includes classic weapons and vehicles from previous Battlefield titles, reimagined for Battlefield 2042.

Players can create custom modes, tweak settings, and use a Logic Editor for advanced game creation.

Players can include AI Soldiers in their custom games or use them as backfill.

Battlefield Portal includes maps from Battlefield 1942, Bad Company 2, and Battlefield 3, all updated with modern visuals.

A community-driven platform allowing players to create and find custom experiences within Battlefield 2042.

Players can customize their Loadouts without class restrictions, choosing weapons and equipment freely.

AI Soldiers will fill servers in multiplayer, co-op, and solo modes, enhancing matchmaking.

Battlefield 2042 will feature seven new maps designed for the All-Out Warfare experience.

Players can call-in a Ranger unit for support, which can follow and protect them.

Squads can consist of multiple unique Specialists, allowing for diverse team strategies.

Players can call-in vehicles via a tablet interface, enhancing tactical gameplay.

Gameplay changes to optimize larger-scale battles with Clustering and Sectors mechanics.

Players can choose from 10 unique Specialists, each with their own Traits and Specialties.

Massive events like tornadoes and exploding rockets will impact gameplay and strategy.

The game will feature four seasons with new content, including Battle Passes and Specialists.

Falck's gadget will now only heal at range and will no longer revive players.

Players will control Specialists with unique skills and traits, allowing for customized loadouts.

AI soldiers will be used for server-filling capabilities in multiplayer, co-op, and solo modes.

Conquest and Breakthrough modes return with new mechanics and larger player counts.

Players can now call in vehicles to their location on the map instead of spawning into them.