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Battlefield 6 Free Trial: EA Strikes After Black Ops 7

Battlefield 6 Free Trial: EA Strikes After Black Ops 7
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Electronic Arts has officially launched the first free trial for its core title, Battlefield 6, a strategic move arriving approximately six weeks post-launch and notably after the release of rival Activision's Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. This development marks a clear escalation in the ongoing, high-stakes competition between the two shooter giants, with EA seemingly repaying Activision's prior "counterprogramming" efforts.

Strategic Timing: A Rivalry Reignited

The timing of the Battlefield 6 free trial is no coincidence. Activision previously ran multiple free weekends for Black Ops 6 around major moments for Battlefield 6, including its initial release, in an apparent bid to divert players. Now, with Battlefield 6 having launched six weeks prior and the free-to-play Battlefield Redsec out for four weeks, EA is making its own calculated move. While exact sales figures for both titles remain elusive, EA previously announced Battlefield 6 sold 7 million units in its first week, and broader metrics suggest Battlefield 6 has emerged victorious in this year's contest, especially given reported dissatisfaction with the recent Black Ops 7 launch. This trial serves as a direct challenge, allowing a new wave of players to experience what has widely been considered the top-performing FPS of the year.

Free Trial Details: What Players Can Expect

The inaugural Battlefield 6 free trial, announced last week, is now live across all platforms. Players can dive into the action for an entire week, with the trial concluding on Tuesday, December 2. Access begins promptly at 4 AM PT / 7 AM ET / 12 PM GMT.

Participants will gain entry to a curated selection of content:

  • Three Core Maps: Siege of Cairo, Eastwood, and Blackwell Fields.
  • Four Game Modes: Conquest, Breakthrough, Sabotage, and Team Deathmatch, playable across different versions of the included maps.

Crucially, there appear to be no level or XP limitations, allowing players to fully immerse themselves. However, it's worth noting that the trial's scope is considered less generous when compared to some recent Call of Duty free offerings.

Technical Hiccup Mars Launch

Despite the strategic intent behind the trial, its immediate rollout has been shadowed by a significant technical hurdle. Just as the free period was about to commence, Battlefield 6 was hit with a major matchmaking outage, affecting all core game functionalities. While the free-to-play Battlefield Redsec remains unaffected, the core game's ability to connect players for the trial is currently compromised. Industry observers are keenly watching to see if EA can resolve these critical matchmaking issues swiftly, ensuring a smooth experience for prospective players before the trial week progresses further.