Overview

• EA and Battlefield Studios have launched Battlefield Labs playtests this week for the new mode under NDA.
• The shrinking ring instantly kills on contact, a design meant to speed engagements and eliminate zone-edge tactics.
• Matches feature 100 players in 25 four-person squads with classes locked at start, two class gadgets, and mid-match trait progression via XP.
• Squads take on missions for rewards like vehicle keys or Mobile Redeploy, loot across five weapon tiers and strike packages, use transport and armored vehicles, and leverage broad tactical destruction.
• The public release window and whether it will be bundled or standalone remain unconfirmed, and gameplay footage has leaked despite test restrictions.