Destruction has always been a defining feature of the Battlefield series, and DICE is set to elevate this aspect even further in the upcoming installment. Recently, the developer released a video along with a Battlefield Labs Community Update to showcase what fans can expect from the next Battlefield game. In the pre-alpha footage, we get a glimpse of the enhanced destruction mechanics, where an explosive blast demolishes a building's side, creating a new pathway through the structure.
We’re back with another Battlefield Labs Community Update focused on destruction! Check out an early pre-alpha example of destruction that showcases the ability to destroy a wall to quickly traverse through the building. Read the full article now! #Battlefield pic.twitter.com/bgDcPgZRbg
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Destruction in the game is designed to offer players creative tactical opportunities. According to the Community Update, DICE is focusing on adding more gameplay depth by allowing players to alter their surroundings. Whether it's tearing down a wall to set up an ambush or creating a new route to a crucial objective, manipulating the environment can be a game-changer.
"We're designing destruction around easily identifiable visual and audio language that lets you understand what can be destroyed, altered, or transformed through gameplay," DICE stated. "We aim to make destruction an integral part of your Battlefield experience to create an intuitive, fun, and rewarding environment where you feel empowered to shape the world around you."
The impact on structures varies; while explosives cause immediate devastation, sustained gunfire can also gradually chip away at walls, allowing players to shoot through them. Audio and visual effects will signal to players that their efforts are effective.
The aftermath of this destruction leaves a lasting impact on the battlefield. For instance, rubble from a destroyed building remains on the field, potentially serving as cover for players. It's clear that destruction is a central theme in the next Battlefield game.
Dubbed "Battlefield 6" by fans, the upcoming title is gradually taking shape. While official details are sparse, gameplay leaks have garnered enthusiastic responses from the community. The game is set in a modern environment and is slated for release within Electronic Arts' fiscal year 2026, spanning from April 2025 to March 2026, though this could shift depending on moves by major industry competitors.
With significant effort being poured into this next entry, it appears that DICE is leaving no stone unturned. Perfecting the level destruction mechanics seems to be a promising step towards delivering an immersive and dynamic Battlefield experience.
