EA and Battlefield Studios are taking proactive steps to address the frustrations faced by players during the launch of Battlefield 6. On the game’s first day, many players encountered significant outages that hindered their ability to dive into the action, with some being prompted to purchase DLC to access the game. Steam users, too, experienced confusion, receiving notifications that Battlefield 6 was not yet available for download.
Launch Success Amidst Challenges
Despite these hurdles, the launch of Battlefield 6 can be deemed a success. The game has garnered positive reviews, with critics celebrating it as a “triumphant return” to form. It has quickly ascended to the number three position on Steam, solidifying its status among the top first-person shooters and positioning itself as a formidable competitor to Call of Duty ahead of the upcoming Black Ops 7 release.
In response to the issues, Battlefield Studios acknowledged the outage, stating, “Today we experienced an outage on the EA app that prevented some of our players who pre-ordered Battlefield 6 from accessing the game.” To mitigate the frustration, the studio is offering a two-part gift to those affected. Players will receive 12 Hardware Boosters and 12 Career Boosters through their in-game inbox this weekend, designed to expedite their progression and enhance their arsenal. Additionally, they will gain full access to a seasonal battle pass, with Phantom Edition buyers receiving the Season 2 offering instead.
Furthermore, the team is aware of a persistent ‘Game not released’ warning message affecting some Steam users during the download process. As a potential solution, they recommend accessing the properties menu in the Steam library and unticking both the ‘Battlefield 6 multiplayer HD marker’ and ‘Battlefield multiplayer marker’ DLC. Other community suggestions include clearing the Steam download cache or restarting the launcher to resolve the issue.
Battlefield Studios is also investigating reports of players not receiving their in-game rewards from the Phantom Edition, open beta rewards, and Road to Battlefield 6 rewards. The developer has committed to providing updates as they work towards a resolution.
For players eager to maximize their gaming experience, optimizing PC performance with the best Battlefield 6 settings is advisable, alongside familiarizing themselves with the game’s maps. The community is encouraged to share their experiences and strategies on the PCGamesN Discord server, fostering a space for camaraderie and storytelling from the opening weekend.
