Battlefield Studios has launched Battlefield Labs, an innovative platform designed to foster collaboration between players and developers in shaping the future of the Battlefield franchise. Dive in to discover how this initiative is set to revolutionize game development through community engagement.
Battlefield Labs Unveiled, Promoting Collaboration Between Community and Developers
Players Will Have a More Direct Influence on Future Battlefield Games
On February 3, 2025, Battlefield Studios, in partnership with Electronics Art (EA), introduced Battlefield Labs, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at co-creating future Battlefield games with the player community. This platform allows both players and developers to test and refine game concepts, mechanics, and features for upcoming titles.
The announcement highlighted that the next Battlefield game is at a crucial stage of development, poised to benefit immensely from community collaboration. Players are set to play a pivotal role, actively testing new features and mechanics that will shape the game's future.
Battlefield Studios will initially invite players from Europe and North America to participate in the first phase of Battlefield Labs. While an exact release date hasn't been set, interested individuals can sign up now at this link.
Vince Zampella, Head of Respawn & Group GM for EA Studios Organization, emphasized the potential of the game at its pre-alpha stage, stating, "Battlefield Labs empowers our teams to test the experiences we've been building for our upcoming launch." Although not everyone can join the initial phase, Battlefield Studios promises to keep the broader community engaged with regular updates throughout the testing process. They also plan to continue collaborating with the community for future Battlefield titles.
Battlefield Studios is a collective of renowned studios including DICE, the originators of the Battlefield series; Ripple Effect, led by franchise veterans developing a new experience for the series; Motive, creators of Star Wars Squadrons and Dead Space; and Criterion, known for their racing games and significant contributions to Battlefield.
Features and Mechanics to Test in Battlefield Labs
Participants in Battlefield Labs will have the opportunity to test various components of the game, described as "different pieces of an unfinished puzzle," allowing for timely integration of player feedback into the final product. Battlefield Studios has outlined the initial focus areas for testing, as reported in a Battlefield news article.
The testing will begin with the core elements of gameplay, such as combat and destruction mechanics. Subsequent phases will address balance and feedback for weapons, vehicles, and gadgets, culminating in the integration of these elements into maps, modes, and squad play. Two existing modes, Conquest and Breakthrough, will also be part of the testing, with players encouraged to suggest improvements.
In Conquest mode, players engage in large-scale battles to capture Control Points (flags) from opposing teams. Each team has a set number of tickets, which decrease when players respawn or when the enemy controls more flags. The team that runs out of tickets first loses.
Breakthrough mode assigns teams as attackers or defenders. Attackers aim to capture sectors on the map, while defenders strive to prevent this. Similar to Conquest, a ticket system is used, but attackers can replenish their tickets by securing a sector. Additionally, eliminating remaining enemy soldiers after securing a sector grants an extra three tickets.
Battlefield Studios is also keen on refining the class system for future games. Despite their satisfaction with the current progress, they value player feedback highly, stating, "We tirelessly playtest, but your feedback will supercharge our development as we strive to hit that perfect note between form, function, and feel."
