15 Years and 403 Battlefield Trophies Later, BF6 Finally Moved Me Again

Finishing the Platinum Trophy for Battlefield 6 made me reflect on how much this achievement meant to me. It had been months since I’d fully completed any game, showing I’d broken a long-held habit. But it had been years since I’d Platinumed a Battlefield title. This felt significant, suggesting something about the franchise and Battlefield 6’s place within it—a feeling confirmed by revisiting my achievements in every Battlefield game. This trip down memory lane also helped me understand why I put so much effort into earning Trophies – a question I’m often asked.

I’ve been actively collecting PlayStation trophies for over ten years, but it wasn’t always the goal. When I first got my PlayStation 3, I was mostly focused on popular multiplayer games like Black Ops, Killzone 2, and Minecraft. For me, the PS3 wasn’t just a game console—it was a way to connect with people. As a shy, anxious, and overweight kid who was new to the area, playing online with other high school students helped me make friends and feel accepted. I connected with all kinds of people, from popular athletes to those who didn’t quite fit in. Multiplayer gaming really saved me from being lonely or bullied, and it even sparked my later interest in earning trophies, thanks to games like Battlefield.

Getting the Platinum Trophy in Battlefield 3 wasn’t just about enjoying the game; it was a way to prove my skill and dedication. It felt like a reward, a symbol of accomplishment, and a way to show I could be the best at something. Over time, though, Trophies have come to mean even more to me than just that.

Trophy Collecting is a Spectrum, and I’m as Far on the Extreme End as a Person Can Get

Video game achievements, like those on Xbox (Gamerscore) or PlayStation (Trophies), are simply rewards for completing tasks in a game. While many players don’t pay attention to them, and that’s perfectly normal, some might pursue achievements in games they really enjoy as a way to extend the experience. However, getting too focused on collecting achievements can quickly become obsessive, so it’s often best to just enjoy the game without worrying about them.

Trophy hunters have different goals: some chase the most challenging Platinums, others aim for the highest Trophy count, and some focus on completing Trophies within a specific game series. I fall into all three categories! For every really difficult Platinum I earn, like those from The Witcher 3, Black Ops 4, or Sekiro, I also complete a lot of easy-to-get Platinums just to boost my overall stats. Plus, I have certain franchises—like Uncharted, LittleBigPlanet, and God of War—where I feel compelled to earn every single Platinum Trophy.

I’ve often felt intensely focused on earning Trophies, sometimes to the point of obsession. I’ve meticulously planned the fastest way to unlock Platinum Trophies when guides appeared online, and even stayed up all night to win competitions that others didn’t bother with. But I’ve never regretted it; it’s never felt like a waste of time. Collecting Trophies is what I’m known for, and I suspect it’s how I’ll be remembered. While most people are remembered for their careers or families, I’ve become “the Trophy guy” to my friends, family, and colleagues, and the Battlefield series has been a huge part of that. The list of Battlefield games below is in order of release.

Early Days With Battlefield and Trophy Collecting — 1943, Bad Company, and BF3 (2008-2011)

• Favorite game of this era: Battlefield 3 (Ticks every box, from thrilling launch maps and expansions to immersive audio and destruction)
• Least favorite game of this era: Battlefield: 1943 (Purely because the other games are so great and 3 maps saw the game getting a bit repetitive quickly)
• Most enjoyable Trophy list of this era: Battlefield 3 (Healthy balance between multiplayer and singleplayer Trophies)

Battlefield: Bad Company

• Release Date: June 23, 2008 (First played August 2010)
• Platinum: No
• Completion Percentage: 54%
• Trophies earned from this game: 30
• Proudest Trophy: Here is your DD-214 (complete ‘Ghost Town’ on Hard)

I consider Bad Company to be the best game in the series, and that’s mainly why I played it. I got a used copy from GameStop a couple of years after it came out, like I did with 1943. By then, the online multiplayer wasn’t very active, since Bad Company had been released a few months earlier. But that didn’t bother me – I really enjoyed playing the campaign and unlocked 54% of the achievements. I completed everything in the story mode except for finding all the collectibles, as I wasn’t focused on getting 100% completion at that time. I do remember struggling with some of the tougher vehicle fights on Hard mode, but the great characters and the game’s playful jabs at Call of Duty kept me engaged until the very end.

Battlefield 1943

• Release Date: July 8, 2009 (first played in February 2012)
• Platinum: No (none possible)
• Completion percentage: 80%
• Trophies earned from this game: 10
• Proudest Trophy: Best Squad (Be in the Best Squad on all three maps)

I was completely engrossed in competitive gaming when Battlefield 1943 came out in 2009, but all my friends were playing Modern Warfare 2. We spent countless hours in private matches on maps like Rust and Highrise, and when my favorite Call of Duty game, Black Ops, was released a year later, I knew I wouldn’t be spending much time with 1943 while it was popular. I did try it in 2012, though – it was a bonus for pre-ordering Battlefield 3 on PS3. I didn’t play for very long – I’m still missing a couple of achievements for playing 30 and 100 matches – but I enjoyed it, particularly the Wake Island map. Getting into it after Battlefield 3 meant it didn’t quite capture the same magic, and without the motivation to earn a Platinum Trophy, I didn’t feel the need to complete everything.

Battlefield: Bad Company 2

• Release Date: March 2, 2010 (played at launch)
• Platinum: No
• Completion percentage: 54% (77% base game)
• Trophies earned from this game: 46
• Proudest Trophy: It sucks to be right. (finish ‘Airborne’ on Hard)

I had a very similar experience with Bad Company 2 as I did with the first game when it came to earning achievements. I did spend more time playing multiplayer, and kept coming back to it until 2012 because it felt distinct from BF3 thanks to its destructible environments, map design, and weapons. I unlocked 77% of the game’s achievements, sticking to Hard difficulty and skipping the collectibles. I actually enjoyed this campaign even more than the first one; it was a little easier, but I’d grown attached to the characters and was really invested in their story.

I’ve gotten about half the trophies for the DLC, which isn’t a shock – I absolutely loved the Vietnam expansion for Bad Company 2, just like everyone else. I honestly wouldn’t mind a whole new game set in that era with all the same weapons, maps, music, and vehicles. Looking back, I was really starting to get into completing games, and Bad Company 2 is one I always regret not getting the Platinum on. It was such a fun game, and I wish I’d pushed a little harder to get everything!

Battlefield 3

• Release date: October 25, 2011 (played at launch)
• Platinum: Yes
• Completion Percentage: 94%
• Trophies earned from this game: 60
• Proudest Trophy: Decorated (received one of each ribbon in the game)

I finally lost interest in trophy hunting with this game, and I couldn’t have picked a better title to earn my first Platinum in the Battlefield series. Battlefield 3 is still my favorite game in the series, and one of my all-time favorite first-person shooters. I could talk about it for hours – from the fun vehicles and excellent infantry combat, to those classic ‘only in Battlefield‘ moments like diving off Damavand Peak. The expansions, like Close Quarters, were fantastic, and maps like Operation Metro, Caspian Border, and Noshahr Canals are brilliant. The campaign wasn’t as funny as the Bad Company games, but it was still enjoyable thanks to the varied missions and the story of Blackburn. Only a small percentage – 2.7% – of Battlefield 3 players on PSNProfiles have earned the Platinum trophy. While that reflects how many people played the game, earning all the ribbons was challenging, especially the Stationary Emplacement ribbon (getting two kills with launchers in a single round) and the Air Warfare Ribbon (five air vehicle kills in a round).

Earning the Platinum Trophy in Battlefield 3 felt natural because I didn’t need to use any unfair tactics, only complete the co-op campaign on the Hard difficulty. Even though it wasn’t a difficult achievement, I was still proud when I unlocked it – that Platinum sound is really satisfying! Before online gaming, I didn’t have many things to be proud of. I wasn’t good at sports, art, or music. While I was a skilled gamer, my best friend was always better – he could have even gone professional if he hadn’t joined the Air Force. I’d earned a few easy Platinum Trophies before Battlefield 3, but this was one of the first times I genuinely felt a sense of accomplishment. That’s when I became a dedicated Trophy Hunter, always aiming for a mix of challenging and easy games to have the most impressive Trophy collection among my friends.

Prime Trophy Hunting Days in Battlefield — BF4, Hardline, and BF1 (2013-2016)

• Favorite Game of this Era: Battlefield 1 (My second-favorite game in the Battlefield series, I loved everything from the War Stories to the unique multiplayer maps and arsenal)
• Least Favorite Game of this Era: Battlefield: Hardline (a guilty pleasure, but this game lacked the smoothness of mainline releases and wasn’t as memorable as BF4 and its levolution or BF1 and its setting)
• Most Enjoyable Trophy List of This Era: Battlefield 1 (easy, breezy plat in a phenomenal game)

Battlefield 4

• Release date: October 29, 2013 (played at launch)
• Platinum: Yes (Twice)
• Completion percentage: 67% on PS3, 83% on PS4
• Trophies earned from this game: 101
• Proudest Trophy: Full Arsenal (unlock all assignments and collectibles in the campaign)

I immediately put my new gaming approach into practice with Battlefield 4, earning the Platinum Trophy on PS3 just four days after it launched. I used to dislike collecting items in games, but now I saw it as a way to unlock more trophies, so I didn’t hesitate to go after even challenging achievements like “Full Arsenal,” which very few players had completed. The whole experience was surprisingly easy, and I enjoyed the game so much that I even earned the Platinum Trophy again when the PS4 version came out.

I often find myself aiming to unlock all the achievements in games I really enjoy – I’ve done this multiple times with series like Borderlands. Before the PlayStation 4 came out, I had around a few dozen of these complete achievement sets, but I quickly earned hundreds more on that console. Even if Battlefield 4’s straightforward achievement list had caught my eye simply as a way to boost my gaming stats, I actually ended up loving the game after the initial online connection problems were resolved. Features like Levolution were incredibly fun, and I especially appreciated all the hidden details, such as the Megalodon Easter egg on the Paracel Storm map.

Battlefield: Hardline

• Release date: March 17, 2015 (played at launch)
• Platinum: Yes
• Completion Percentage: 69%
• Trophies earned from this game: 45
• Proudest Trophy: Menz in the Hood (Kill 25 enemies with a MAC-10 and 25 with a Double-Barrel Shotgun in multiplayer)

Although Battlefield: Hardline is often considered the odd one out in the series, I personally enjoyed it quite a bit. There aren’t many first-person shooters focused on a cops and robbers theme, and that fresh concept made for a fun and unique campaign. It didn’t reach the heights of Bad Company, but I was willing to try it because I’m a big fan of Visceral Games—the creators of the Dead Space horror series, which I love. Beyond the good campaign, the multiplayer mode also offered a lot of easily achievable Trophies, with the ‘Menz in the Hood’ Trophy being challenging only because unlocking the necessary weapons took a lot of work.

While many players found unlocking all the weapons in Hardline tedious, I didn’t mind so much, as I focused on earning the Platinum Trophy. Hardline wasn’t as visually impressive or destructive as other Battlefield games, which usually showcase DICE’s Frostbite engine so well, but it was an enjoyable change of pace when Battlefield games came out every year.

Battlefield 1

• Release date: October 21, 2016 (played at launch)
• Platinum: Yes
• Completion Percentage: 68%
• Trophies earned from this game: 37
• Proudest Trophy: Master of adaptation (complete all challenges in the campaign)

Many consider Battlefield 1 a modern classic, and I agree – it’s my second favorite Battlefield game after BF3. What made its multiplayer so special was the unique setting and gameplay, like fighting on zeppelins or sniping across beautiful landscapes, and the variety of equipment. The single-player campaign, called War Stories, was a series of short, character-driven tales that highlighted the experiences of soldiers from around the world and paid tribute to veterans. I enjoyed War Stories enough to happily complete all its challenges and earn the Platinum trophy, adding to my collection of completed games.

Following the excellent Battlefield 1, my interest in the series—and my habit of earning Trophies in Battlefield games—began to change.

Falling Off (and Coming Back) to Battlefield Trophy Hunting — BF5, 2042, and BF6 (2018-2025)

One of the best games from this period is Battlefield 6. It’s a fantastic return to the series’ roots, offering thrilling action, stunning graphics, enjoyable game modes, and large, unpredictable maps that bring to mind classic Battlefield 3 levels like Grand Bazaar.

Battlefield 2042 is easily the weakest game of the three. Although it got better after release, it still falls short due to confusing maps, excessive chatter from the specialists, and unbalanced weapons. The game’s achievements were also frustrating, as many were linked to the rarely-played Hazard Zone mode.

Battlefield 6 boasts one of the most enjoyable trophy lists in recent gaming. It’s full of fun nods to the series and challenges players to really get into the action – a key element of any good Battlefield game.

Battlefield 5

• Release date: November 20, 2018 (played at launch)
• Platinum: No
• Completion percentage: 61%
• Trophies earned from this game: 16
• Proudest Trophy: Off-Hand (in multiplayer, kill 10 enemies with secondary weapons in a round)

I graduated high school in 2016, and Battlefield 1 felt like a final shared experience with my friends. As everyone went their separate ways—to college, the military, jobs, or starting families—we naturally drifted apart. That meant I ended up playing Battlefield 5 mostly by myself, and I didn’t really keep playing for long. I did enjoy the War Stories in BF5, though they weren’t as impactful as those in BF1, and I thought Grand Operations was a fun addition.

I didn’t enjoy the multiplayer achievements in Battlefield 5 because I had no one to play with. Controversial changes to the time-to-kill, DICE spreading their resources between different game modes and the Firestorm battle royale, and updates like War in the Pacific arriving too late all contributed to my disappointment. Even trying to relive my Battlefield 3 memories with the M1912 to earn a trophy didn’t feel satisfying. I really wanted to enjoy Battlefield 5, but I just couldn’t get into it, and that ended my run of earning platinum trophies in Battlefield games.

Battlefield: 2042

• Release date: November 19, 2021 (played at launch)
• Platinum: No
• Completion percentage: 56%
• Trophies earned from this game: 17
• Proudest Trophy: CQC Specialist (Perform 20 melee kills in a round)

The launch of Battlefield 2042 was a major letdown for most players. It was missing essential features, the maps felt huge and empty, the specialist system was frustrating, and the game was riddled with bugs. Despite the negative reviews, I wanted to give it a chance and see for myself, but I quickly found myself agreeing with the criticism. I stopped playing after just a few matches and didn’t pick it up again for years. Even the desire to earn all the Trophies wasn’t enough to bring me back, because some were locked to the unsuccessful Hazard Zone mode, making 100% completion impossible. However, I recently decided to revisit BF2042 after hearing about all the improvements that have been made.

Although it might not become a top-tier Battlefield game for most players, Battlefield 2042 is currently fun to play. I enjoyed it so much that I got my fiancée to try it before Battlefield 6 comes out, and she really liked playing as a medic who focused on reviving teammates. We ended up completing the entire Road to BF6 battle pass together, and we had a lot of memorable moments, like playing matches with only melee weapons to earn a trophy, or me teaching her how to use a sniper rifle. The improvements to Battlefield 2042 solved the main reason I stopped playing the series – I finally had someone to play with again.

Battlefield 6

• Release date: October 10, 2025 (played at launch)
• Platinum: No (Just one Trophy left!)
• Completion percentage: 82%
• Trophies earned from this game: 41
• Proudest Trophy: Super Bomb man (Arm or Disarm 5 M-COM Explosives in Multiplayer)

With the release of Battlefield 6, the main reason I stopped actively pursuing trophies in the Battlefield series – a lack of truly enjoyable gameplay – has been resolved. For years, I focused on achieving high rankings, like being in the top 150 players in the US and top 1,000 globally, and would platinum any game to reach those goals. Now, I only fully complete games I genuinely enjoy. I haven’t loved a Battlefield title since BF1, so I hadn’t considered platinumming one until now. But I can honestly say Battlefield 6 is a standout entry in the series, and I’m excited to play it whenever I get the chance. Having a great friend to play with definitely helps, and the clever references in the trophy list make the pursuit of platinum fun. However, none of that would matter if the game itself wasn’t fantastic.

I’ve been following the discussions about Battlefield 6, and while some of the concerns are valid – like the unclear changes to how tickets work and the new battle pass system – others seem exaggerated, and some just aren’t issues for me personally (I’ve always preferred playing on foot, so map size doesn’t bother me). Despite all the negativity, I’m really enjoying the game. Whether I’m blowing up tanks with explosives, getting long-range kills in Operation Firestorm, or being a terrible pilot, I always have a great time playing BF6.

I actually enjoyed the Trophy hunt, and I unintentionally made the Super Bombman Trophy harder on myself by believing I needed to destroy all five M-COMs in a single match. Luckily, I managed to do it, and it turned what would have been an easy achievement into something I’m really proud of. Now, all I need for the Platinum Trophy is to perform 1996 revives, and since I already find playing as a medic in BF6 fun, I expect to finish that last bit quickly.

What I’ve Learned From My Battlefield Trophy Journey

Looking back at the over 400 trophies I’ve earned from various games, I’ve noticed a pattern with the Battlefield series. Generally, I only go for the Platinum trophy in a Battlefield game if it’s really good. I didn’t start fully completing games until later, so I missed out on the Bad Company titles. Hardline was just a fun diversion, so I completed that one even though it wasn’t critically acclaimed. But when a Battlefield game is well-received – like BF3, BF4, BF1, and now BF6 – I always aim for and achieve the Platinum. Games that aren’t considered very good, such as 2042, don’t get fully completed.

For me, Battlefield 6 – borrowing a term from AEW, my favorite wrestling promotion – has really brought back the classic Battlefield feeling. While players will always have minor complaints about BF6, it’s a huge improvement over recent games in the series and a welcome step forward. It also highlights something important for any online multiplayer game: playing with friends or family significantly increases how much fun you have.

This experience helped me understand why I enjoy collecting PlayStation Trophies. Before now, I didn’t really have a good answer. I might have said it was just for fun, or that it just happens because I play so many games. But earning over 1,400 Platinum Trophies and 50,000 total Trophies takes real effort. For me, PlayStation Trophies are more than just in-game accomplishments – that’s why I don’t bother trying to earn achievements on other platforms like Steam or Xbox.

These Trophies aren’t just digital rewards; they’re like little snapshots from my teenage years and early adulthood. Looking back at each one reminds me of what was happening in my life at the time, who I was playing with, and whether I enjoyed the challenge of earning it. It all started with the great feeling of getting the Platinum Trophy in Battlefield 3, which sparked my initial interest. Over time, though, it’s become a way to compete, a strong habit, and something I’m really focused on.

It might sound odd, but I see my Trophy collection as what I’ll be remembered for. It’s a record of everything I’ve achieved in gaming, and everything I’ll continue to achieve. Now that I’ve reached many of my goals, I’m more careful about which Trophies I pursue, but I still add to that collection with every unlock. I’m especially grateful to the Battlefield series, because without it, I might not have anything to distinguish myself with.

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