Battlefield Test Flight: Gamers Offered Early Access to Pre-Release Games

Battlefield Labs: Shaping the Future of Battlefield Through Community Collaboration

Battlefield Studios, in partnership with Electronic Arts (EA), has launched Battlefield Labs, a revolutionary platform designed to foster collaboration between players and developers in shaping the future of the Battlefield franchise. Announced on February 3, 2025, this initiative marks a pivotal moment, allowing players unprecedented influence on the development process.

Direct Player Involvement in Game Development

The upcoming Battlefield game is entering a crucial development phase, and Battlefield Studios recognizes the invaluable contribution of community feedback. Players selected for Battlefield Labs will be at the forefront of testing new game mechanics, features, and overall gameplay.

Initially, Battlefield Studios will invite a select group of players from European and North American servers. While a specific release date remains unannounced, interested individuals can register their interest via [link].

Vince Zampella, Head of Respawn & Group GM for EA Studios Organization, emphasizes the platform's importance: "This game has immense potential. Being pre-alpha, now is the perfect time to test the experiences our teams have built for our upcoming launch. Battlefield Labs empowers our teams to do just that."

While participation is limited initially, Battlefield Studios assures the broader community will receive regular updates throughout the testing phase. Future Battlefield titles will also benefit from this community-driven development approach.

The studio comprises DICE (creators of the Battlefield franchise), Ripple Effect (developing a new experience), Motive (developers of Star Wars Squadrons and Dead Space), and Criterion (renowned for racing games and contributions to several Battlefield titles).

Testing Core Gameplay Elements in Battlefield Labs

Battlefield Labs will focus on iterative testing. Players will evaluate specific aspects of the unfinished game, providing feedback that directly informs the final product. The initial phase will concentrate on core gameplay pillars:

• Combat and Destruction: Testing the fundamental combat mechanics and the game's signature destruction system.
• Weapons, Vehicles, and Gadgets: Balancing and refining the performance and effectiveness of these elements.
• Maps, Modes, and Squad Play: Integrating all components to optimize the overall gameplay experience.

Two established modes, Conquest and Breakthrough, will also be included, allowing for innovative improvements to existing gameplay.

Conquest involves large-scale battles centered around capturing control points. Breakthrough pits attackers against defenders in a sector-based objective. Both modes utilize a ticket system to determine victory.

Refinement of the class system is also a key focus. While confident in their progress, Battlefield Studios recognizes the value of player feedback in achieving the perfect balance of form, function, and feel.