Should You Buy Battlefield 6 Just for Single-Player Campaign? (Pros & Cons)

Okay, so after waiting six years for a proper Battlefield game – Battlefield 6, as it’s now called – a lot of us are probably wondering if the single-player campaign is actually good enough to justify buying the whole thing. Honestly, past Battlefield games have usually delivered some really awesome moments, helped you learn the ropes, and had a story that, while not amazing, at least tied everything together. I’m hoping this one does the same!

Let’s take a close look at *Battlefield 6* by examining the strengths and weaknesses of its single-player campaign. This review will help you determine if the story alone is worth the price of the game.

Reasons for Buying Battlefield 6 for the Single-Player Campaign (Pros)

The Set Piece Moments are Fun

The campaign in Battlefield 6 starts with a dramatic attack on a NATO base in Georgia by a dangerous private military company called Pax Armata. Players are immediately thrust into intense combat, quickly using powerful weapons like laser designators to destroy tanks and C4 to demolish buildings.

The game’s impressive set pieces are truly captivating, and they recapture the magic that initially drew players to the series. Without giving anything away, a standout scene takes place on a moving train – it’s as memorable as some of the very best moments from previous games.

A Good Introduction to Core Gameplay Mechanics

Because so many people enjoyed the multiplayer in *Battlefield 6*, we expect a lot of new players to join the series. If you’re new to *Battlefield*, the single-player campaign is a perfect way to learn the ropes. The missions are designed to be helpful tutorials, teaching you everything from basic fighting to using the more complex weapons and equipment.

Battlefield 6 offers impressive level design, moving players through missions that recreate the large-scale battles the series is known for. Completing the story mode will prepare players for multiplayer, giving them the confidence and skills to compete.

Unlock Exclusive Rewards for Multiplayer

Battlefield 6’s single-player campaign has several challenges and missions. Finishing these will unlock special rewards – like characters and equipment – that you can then use in the game’s multiplayer modes.

The single-player mode in BF6 includes 25 achievements and trophies to unlock, giving players extra motivation to finish the campaign and fully complete the game.

Why You Should Not Buy Battlefield 6 for the Single-Player Campaign (Cons)

The Story Has a Strong Start, but Loses Momentum

Okay, so we’ve talked about what’s awesome about the *Battlefield 6* single-player campaign, but now let’s get into the stuff that didn’t quite work for me. I’ll start with the story – and fair warning, there are spoilers for the very first mission coming up!

The campaign begins with an exciting first mission where we meet a team of soldiers just as they’re being sent to a new location. However, their assignment is immediately interrupted by an ambush on the NATO base. Despite the attack, they manage to complete their mission and appear to escape safely. But their relief is short-lived, as they are attacked again, and their helicopter crashes, leaving their survival in doubt.

Our hero barely survives a battle against the Pax Armata, but is left deeply troubled by being the sole survivor. This instantly draws players into the story and makes them eager to find out what happens next.

Despite touching on interesting and complex ideas, the game doesn’t really explore them in a meaningful way, and quickly moves on to a different character’s story. EA also avoids taking risks with the overall plot; the villain in *Battlefield 6*, “Pax Armata,” has a deliberately unclear origin. Ultimately, the campaign doesn’t offer much depth when it comes to explaining why the characters are fighting.

Compared to the single-player experiences in Battlefield 3, 4, and 5, the story in Battlefield 6 feels somewhat incomplete or unsatisfying.

Bad Squad & Enemy AI

One of the biggest criticisms of Battlefield 6’s single-player campaign is the enemy and friendly AI.

The artificial intelligence controlling enemies is often flawed, and they frequently fail to attack players even when they have a clear shot. This can be really distracting, and you might even see enemies suddenly appear where they spawn, breaking your sense of being in the game.

Sometimes, the AI teammates feel too strong or strangely unhelpful – they might not even shoot enemies that are right in front of them, even when those enemies aren’t currently targeting them. This makes players feel less involved in the action, especially in a game mode where they should be the main focus.

I’m hearing some crazy things about the single-player campaign in the new Battlefield! Apparently, you can actually beat most of it without firing a shot! People are saying you can just let your squad do all the work, or even just repeatedly tell them to engage the enemy while you stand still, and they’ll take care of everything. It sounds wild!

Overly Restricted Map Exploration

Since each mission includes unique collectibles, limiting where players can go on the map doesn’t make much sense. The levels are so well-designed that players will naturally want to explore the detailed environments—like streets and buildings—to find everything hidden within them.

If you wander just a few meters from where you’re supposed to be, you’ll receive a strong warning to get back into the fight. If you don’t return within five seconds, you’ll fail the mission and have to restart from the last save point.

Occasionally, the AI teammates will place an ammo box in a spot you can’t immediately reach, forcing you to wait until the game allows you to move forward and grab it. This limitation on player movement is one of the most annoying parts of the single-player campaign in *BF6*.

Should You Buy Battlefield 6 for the Single-Player Campaign or Not? (Verdict)

The single-player campaign in Battlefield 6 has nine missions and takes about 4 to 5 hours to complete. Whether that’s good or bad really depends on how much you enjoy the game overall. But even with its highs and lows, the big question is: is the single-player experience enough to justify buying Battlefield 6?

The answer is subjective, depending on which of the following categories you belong to as a player.

Mainly interested in solo-play and the single-player campaign: It’s not worth buying Battlefield 6 only for the single-player campaign if you’re not willing to spend any time in the multiplayer modes. The multiplayer is where BF6 shines, and the campaign is a secondary component to the whole game.
Someone interested in multiplayer, but loves visual set-piece moments in FPS campaigns: It’s definitely worth buying Battlefield 6, as the game still offers great level designs, stunning set-piece moments, and a pretty cinematic ending. It’ll be a good entry point that will transition you into the various multiplayer modes the game has to offer.

Ultimately, whether or not to buy Battlefield 6 just to experience the single-player story is up to you. The game is one of the strongest in the series in years, and you’re likely to enjoy it despite any flaws it might have.

2025-10-13 18:35