Excitement is brewing in the gaming community as early gameplay footage of EA's upcoming Battlefield game has surfaced online, following a closed playtest session. As reported by TheGamer, a Twitch user named anto_merguezz streamed footage from EA's exclusive Battlefield Labs playtest. Although no clips remain on anto_merguezz's Twitch page, resourceful fans captured the stream and shared it across platforms, notably on Reddit.
The leaked footage offers a glimpse into the game's "modern" setting, as hinted at by Vince Zampella, setting it apart from previous Battlefield titles that explored historical or futuristic themes. Viewers get a good look at dynamic firefights and the game's signature destructible environments, sparking positive reactions among fans. This enthusiasm is particularly significant following the lukewarm reception to Battlefield 2042 upon its release.
Just last month, EA provided the first official glimpse of the next Battlefield installment, promising the return of a traditional, single-player, linear campaign—a feature notably absent in the multiplayer-focused Battlefield 2042, much to fans' chagrin.
EA is targeting a launch for this eagerly awaited title within fiscal year 2026, which spans from April 2025 to March 2026. As the release date approaches, fans can anticipate more official reveals and updates. With leaks like these, it's clear that EA may need to expedite their plans to keep the game's details under wraps.
IGN has reached out to EA for a statement on the leaked footage.
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