Leaks Excite Battlefield Fans; EA Yet to Respond

Despite EA's efforts to keep details of their upcoming untitled Battlefield game under wraps by requiring players to sign NDAs, leaks have surfaced online. These leaks include numerous videos and screenshots from the game's closed playtesting, showcasing what participants have been experiencing.

As previously reported, the leaked footage confirms the modern setting that Vince Zampella had hinted at, setting it apart from other entries in the Battlefield series. A browse through the Battlefield subreddit reveals a variety of firefights, glimpses of the game's destructible environments, and new mechanics such as the ability to hang off vehicles and drag wounded teammates to safety.

Surprisingly, EA has taken a relatively passive approach to these leaks. Typically, publishers are quick to remove early footage due to its often unfinished nature, including incomplete animations, UI, and graphics. However, despite the clear violation of confidentiality agreements, EA has not yet issued any takedown notices.

This leniency might be influenced by the positive reception the leaks have received, in contrast to the lukewarm reception of Battlefield 2042. Fans have expressed satisfaction with the early glimpses of the game. One player commented, "I am scared to say that but this game is shaping up very damn well. I hope there are no catches…", while another noted, "The animations of the weapons moving around while running / doing anything look better than 2042 to me."

Enthusiasm continues to build, with another player exclaiming, "Dude, even in a pre-alpha state, the explosions, bullets, and projectiles whizzing by, buildings crumbling down, dust kicking up. This has so much potential!" and another adding, "I can't get over how good the sounds and the destruction look at alpha."

EA anticipates releasing the next Battlefield game within the fiscal year 2026, which spans from April 2025 to March 2026. Following the first official unveiling just last month, it's confirmed that the game will feature a return to a traditional, single-player, linear campaign—a feature fans missed in the multiplayer-focused Battlefield 2042.