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EA Begins Invite-Only Tests for Battlefield 6 Battle Royale With Instant-Kill Ring

EA is trialing the mode in a closed PC Labs build to gather feedback ahead of a potential post-launch rollout.

Overview

  • The first playtest is live this week in Battlefield Labs on PC, with limited invites available via EA sign-ups.
  • Matches in the test feature 100 players split into 25 squads of four, emphasizing coordinated squadplay.
  • Core Battlefield systems carry over, including class roles, gadgets, vehicles, and widespread tactical destruction.
  • Players pick a class at match start, begin with two class gadgets, unlock class traits via XP, and cannot switch classes mid-match.
  • The mode introduces an instant-kill encroaching ring and squad 'second chances' through Support revives and Mobile Redeploy, with specifics subject to change based on testing.