Coming October: The Launch of Season 6
Gamers across the globe are eagerly waiting for Season 6 of Battlefield 2042, and it’s confirmed to launch this October. While not all details have been revealed, there’s a sneak peek of the new map in the Development Update video, promising a chillingly unique battleground filled with dark secrets. This map is touted as one of the favorites from the developers, and more information will be shared in due time.
Welcome to Redux: Revisiting Past Moments
As anticipation builds for Season 6, the development team reflects on the past year and recognizes players’ desires to revisit favorite Battlefield 2042 moments. Starting on August 29th, Redux will offer a chance to relive those memories and earn new or missed rewards.
Redux Overview
Reintroducing Modes and Maps with Enhancements
During Redux, players will experience the return of various modes like Rush Chaos XL, Tactical Conquest, Breakthrough Chaos, Conquest Assault, and Shutdown, among others. There will be refined gameplay, more maps, and new player counts.
Special events like The Liquidators, Battle of Nordvik, and Leviathan Rising are also making a comeback.
Earning Rewards: An Easier Way
The progression track during Redux will offer opportunities to earn Ribbons to unlock rewards. The rewards range from brand-new content such as skins for characters, vehicles, and weapons, to previously purchasable Store content. Double XP weekends are also scheduled.
Some examples of rewards include:
- The Steady Drill skin for the AK-24
- Vigilante cosmetic skin for Charlie Crawford
- Cybergeddon outfit for Dozer
- The Cataclysm skin for the PBX-45
- Hijacker weapon charm
Redux Community Calendar: A Variety of Modes
With a wide selection of modes, more maps, and increased weather effects, Redux will keep the gaming community engaged. A comprehensive Community Calendar has been prepared for an overview.
Revisiting Limited Time Event Modes: Brief Insights
For those who need a recap or missed previous Limited Time Events, a brief overview is provided for modes like:
- Rush Chaos XL: 128-player chaos with increased speed for soldiers, projectiles, and throwables.
- Tactical Conquest: Fast-paced twist on the classic Conquest.
- Conquest Assault: 32v32 battle where attackers take defender-occupied territory.
- Breakthrough Chaos: Classic experience with a chaotic twist.
- Shutdown: Strategy-based mode involving the destruction of enemy data caches.
Quality of Life Improvements
In addition to the enhanced modes and rewards, a Quality of Life Update will be published during Redux. This includes balance adjustments for Engineers and a new Codex feature for lore enthusiasts.
Looking Forward
That wraps up the preview of what’s to come in Redux and Season 6 of Battlefield 2042. The team is excited for players to relive the highlights and experience new content and improvements. More details on Season 6 will be shared in October. Stay tuned, gamers, for this thrilling journey ahead in the Battlefield!
Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows
