Battlefield 6 Season 2 Leaks Are Not the Good News They Need to Be

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Battlefield 6 started strong, but its popularity has noticeably declined since launch. While most online multiplayer games see ups and downs in player numbers, the drop-off for this game is significant. Issues like a weak first season, changes to how players move, and a quickly-removed battle royale mode have led to a lot of criticism. The game’s online community, particularly on platforms like the official subreddit, has become very negative, with recurring complaints that it feels too similar to Call of Duty and that the maps are too cramped. However, amidst the negativity, there are valid points being made about the game’s problems.

Season 2 of Battlefield 6 needs to attract players who have stopped playing, and there are several ways to do that. Players are asking for things like a map featuring naval combat, collectible ribbons, and a more rewarding battle pass. Most importantly, the game would really benefit from larger maps designed around vehicle combat, and bringing back a popular map from the past. Sadly, Season 2 doesn’t quite deliver on either of those key areas, even though it came close, which is concerning for the future of the game.

The release of Battlefield 6’s Season 2 was moved to February 17th to allow the developers to add more player suggestions and refine the content further.

What’s Wrong With Battlefield 6’s Season 2 Launch Map?

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Initial reports about Battlefield 6 indicated that Season 2 would only include two complete maps: one at the season’s launch and another released mid-season. Battlefield Studios recently shared details about maps in development through their Battlefield Labs testing program, revealing the launch map is called Contaminated. While early previews of the map looked great – it’s visually stunning and reminiscent of the Battlefield 1 map Monte Grappa – gameplay footage has leaked online, and as has become common with BF6, players are already voicing concerns.

I’ve been watching the early gameplay for Contaminated, and a lot of us are already noticing some potential problems. Several of the points you’re supposed to capture seem wide open, making them super easy for snipers and really hard to take without a vehicle. Honestly, it reminds me a lot of the issues with Battlefield 2042 – they had to completely redesign some of their maps to add more cover. Another thing players are pointing out is the map size and boundaries. Like before, you can’t really fly high or far outside the playable area, which feels limiting and could hurt some of the cool aerial combat and flanking maneuvers we’d like to see.

More leaked gameplay footage reveals a continued lack of focus on vehicles in Battlefield 6. While the Little Bird helicopter appears to be returning, jets won’t be available on the new map, called Contaminated. This is surprising, as the map is set at an airbase – a location that would naturally suit jet gameplay. The map itself is medium-sized, falling somewhere between the scale of Eastwood and Mirak Valley, suggesting BF6 will continue to avoid very large maps.

Even Battlefield 6’s Remaster Choice is Proving to Be a Mixed Bag

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Players who’ve been hoping for larger maps in Battlefield 4 are getting one, though with some updates to fit modern gameplay. Surprisingly, the team chose Golmund Railway for its first remaster, instead of a more popular map like Paracel Storm. This decision has sparked a lot of discussion online – some players are thrilled, while others are upset that what they consider the “worst map” is getting the remaster treatment first. It’s a bit of a gamble not going with a fan favorite, as many believe reviving other, more popular maps would have been better received.

  • Caspian Border
  • Strike at Karkand
  • Sinai Desert
  • Kharg Island
  • Dragon Pass

The debate around the Golmund Railway map has been addressed by a Battlefield community manager, T0TALfps, who believes it’s a solid choice. He highlights that the map provides dynamic combat and allows for a variety of strategies using different types of vehicles. Despite criticism, Golmund Railway remains popular – servers dedicated to the map are still active in Battlefield 4, suggesting that those who dislike it may be more vocal than the majority. However, the team likely needed a universally loved map for the remaster, and choosing a more well-known option might have been safer. A map like Paracel Storm could have satisfied requests for both a large-scale battle and naval combat, but it looks like fans will have to wait for naval gameplay to return in the future.

It’s not yet known whether Golmund Railway will be the third map added in Season 2, or if it will replace one of the maps already planned for the season. Most fans are hoping it will be a completely new addition. However, developers have described it as a long-term project, hinting that it might not be ready until after Season 2. The second map for Season 2 could instead be a brand new, original map that hasn’t been announced yet.

Battlefield Labs Could Be Season 2’s Saving Grace

It’s clear that the recent glimpses of Battlefield 6‘s Season 2 (and the announced remasters) haven’t reassured players. While there’s still hope that the developers, BF Studios, have something impressive planned – like a great Battle Pass, the return of a popular mode such as Operations, or a three-map Season 2 – many are worried this new content will be disappointing. However, allowing players to test the Contaminated and Golmund Railway maps through BF Labs is a positive step. Much of the conversation around Battlefield 6 has become negative and repetitive, but this gives the community a chance to provide helpful feedback and help shape the maps.

Players have a great opportunity to influence the design of new maps and features in Battlefield 6 through upcoming playtests. By providing constructive and polite feedback, they can advocate for things like larger airspaces for vehicles, the inclusion of jets on maps, and better cover in Conquest capture zones. With multiple playtests planned for Golmund Railway, there’s even more potential for significant changes based on player input. Players can voice concerns about map size or vehicle balance, and developers are more open to making substantial adjustments during this early development phase. While the Season 2 maps might not be exactly what everyone hoped for, these playtests give players a real voice in shaping the future of the game.

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2026-01-23 04:05