Battlefield 6 Season 1 Launches: Discover Battlefield REDSEC and the Complete Season 1 Roadmap

Battlefield 6 Launches Season 1 and Free-to-Play Battle Royale Mode REDSEC

Today marks a significant milestone for Battlefield 6, as players can now experience both the eagerly awaited Season 1 update and the introduction of a new battle royale mode titled Battlefield REDSEC. Officially confirmed by EA and Battlefield Studios yesterday, the launch is accessible to gamers on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.

After sharing a brief gameplay trailer yesterday, the details of the new mode and Season 1 were unlocked for all players. A primary query was answered quickly: Battlefield REDSEC can be accessed as downloadable content (DLC) within Battlefield 6. Existing players will find it conveniently available in the game menu, provided they have the game installed.

For those who do not yet own Battlefield 6, accessing REDSEC requires downloading the main game first. Currently, EA has not created a separate app for this battle royale mode, keeping it integrated within the existing game platform.

Excitingly, the developers also clarified that the previously shared roadmap was merely a preliminary guide. With the release of REDSEC and Season 1, a more comprehensive plan has been unveiled to players.

Battlefield 6 Season 1 roadmap. Image credit: EA

Gauntlet challenge screen in Rogue Ops Season One — Battlefield REDSEC appears in the main menu for Battlefield 6, just like every other multiplayer mode.

Battlefield 2042 battle pass screen — Battlefield 6 Season 1 also introduces the first battle pass, offering players new progression opportunities.

Exploring the New Maps and Modes

Both the battle royale and the new Gauntlet modes are set on a thrilling map known as Fort Lyndon. This government testing facility serves as the battleground for REDSEC, with the battle royale version allowing 100 players to compete in a last-squad-standing contest. The map progressively shrinks due to a hazardous circle, forcing players into intense confrontations. Players can form squads of either two or four, though solo play is not an option at launch.

Before engaging in battle, players will select their class and sidearm, with the opportunity to acquire the rest of their weaponry and gadgets throughout the match. Excitingly, scattered keycards can open access to powerful vehicles, such as tanks, though these assets will have limited fuel and ammunition.

Introducing the Gauntlet Mode

The new Gauntlet mode features a unique “knockout-style”competition where eight squads embark on various missions to defeat each other. As described on the Battlefield website, each round of Gauntlet presents players with different mission types, such as Deadlock—a multi-team variant of King of the Hill—and Wreckage, reminiscent of Rush. With eight different mission types available across multiple Combat Zones, players are unlikely to repeat mission sequences consecutively.

Customize Your Experience with REDSEC

Players can also explore creative opportunities by using Portal to design unique iterations of REDSEC, allowing them to enhance the core battle royale and Gauntlet modes according to their preferences for chaos and challenge.

Battle Pass Insights and Player Anticipation

Additionally, Season 1 introduces the inaugural battle pass for Battlefield 6. While players can choose to bypass the cosmetics primarily featured in the pass, progressing through it is essential for unlocking new weapons like the SOR-300SC carbine and the Mini-Scout sniper rifle.

The launch of REDSEC is generating excitement among the player community, and many are keen to see how it measures up against competitors such as Call of Duty: Warzone as the year ends. This launch represents a crucial opportunity for EA and Battlefield Studios to attract players and provide an engaging gaming experience without technical disruptions.

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