Battlefield is back, and the popular team-based military-themed video game is about to feel huge.
Electronic Arts unveiled the first look at "Battlefield 2042," launching on October 22 for PC, PlayStation 4 and PS5 and Xbox One and Xbox Series X and S.
The video game takes place in the not-too-distant future, where acute shortages of food, water and energy have led to an unprecedented refugee crisis. The game drops players in the middle of a war between the US and Russia.
Oskar Gabrielsson, general manager of video game studio Dice, said in a statement, "Battlefield 2042 is an evolution of the franchise and embraces what our players want — the ultimate Battlefield multiplayer sandbox with intense combat and a ton of incredible, unexpected events. "
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Everything we know about "Battlefield 2042"
It supports up to 128 players simultaneously
If you own a PC, PS5 or Xbox Series X|S, Battlefield will have maps supporting up to 128 players. EA said that PS4 and Xbox One owners will have matches for up to 64 players on a "reduced map size."
Each map will include dynamic weather that changes as you play, and environmental hazards including tornadoes and sandstorms.
What type of modes will the game include?
Two familiar options return: Conquest, which involves two teams competing to capture key points on the map; and Breakthrough, where one team attacks the space the opposing team is defending.
There is also a brand new Hazard Zone that EA described as a "high-stakes, squad-based game-type" but did not provide further details.
Of course, this is the battlefield, so as a soldier expect a lot of action on foot and behind the controls of various land and air vehicles.
A new, unknown game mode will be revealed during EA's Play event next month.
No campaign or battle royale?
"Battlefield 2042" will reportedly focus on multiplayer only. According to game site Eurogamer, Studio Dice confirmed that it will not include a single-player adventure. Instead, much of the story will be told within the game's various multiplayer options.
Also, don't expect Battlefield to take a page from "Fortnite." Dice told Eurogamer that there are no plans to introduce a Battle Royale style game mode.