Electronic Arts was not part of E3 this year and is hosting five of its own events over the course of July. The first of them called “The Future of FPS” is over and there was new information about Apex Legends and the upcoming multiplayer shooter Battlefield 2042. Many or even exciting news about both titles were limited. Nevertheless, we briefly summarize for you what was said about both games.
What kind of event was that?
“The Future of FPS” was the first of a total of five EA livestreams in July. Oskar Gabrielson and Christian Grass, two general managers from Battlefield developer DICE, as well as Apex Legends Game Director Chad Grenier and Respawn CEO Vince Zampella were there. The event was moderated by IGN host Stella Chung, who guided through the approximately 30-minute event.
What new information was there about Battlefield 2042?
There was surprisingly little information about the new Battlefield. Oskar Gabrielson and Christian Grass explained that DICE only wants to show the Hazard Zone mode “a few weeks before the release”. For the EA Play Showcase on July 22nd, however, the still unknown and final mode is to be revealed.
This is developed by Ripple Effect Studios, which emerged from DICE LA. There was already some speculation in advance and it is suspected that this could be a »Battlefield Hub«. In an interview, Christian Grass explained that there will be some “fan favorite maps” in the new mode.
What is certain is that the new mode will not be a battle royale or a level editor:
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Is there a “Best of Battlefield” behind the secret mode?
What there won’t be for now, however, is a Commander app: Christian Grass and Oskar Gabrielson were asked which feature they were missing in Battlefield 2042. Both stated the Commander app. With this it was possible in Battlefield 4 via tablet and PC to deliver supplies, command a squad or order attacks from the air. Both joked during the show that it was a really “cool feature” and would go well with Battlefield 2042. So it is quite possible that the Commander App in Battlefield 2042 will follow after the launch.
New information about Battlefield 2042 will probably not be available until the EA livestream on July 22nd. You can find all information so far in our FAQ for Battlefield 2042.
What new information was there about Apex Legends?
There was also some news about Apex Legends. The arena mode introduced with Season 9 will also appear as a ranked mode in the next season. Despite the new mode, Apex Legends should always remain a battle royale at its core. It was also announced that the Respawn team is already working on several map updates that will be presented in the following seasons.
You can find a recording of the live stream on YouTube and integrated below:
Link to YouTube content
New information only for EA Play on July 22nd
New information about Battlefield 2042 will not be available until EA Play on July 22nd. But before that there will be three more live streams from EA. On July 13th, »EA Originals <3s Independent Studios« will start the next live stream. You can find all other dates and information in our schedule for EA Play.
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