Despite requiring players to sign NDAs to prevent details of EA's upcoming untitled Battlefield project from surfacing, the game's playtest footage leaked online anyway, showcasing dozens of videos and screenshots revealing what participants have been experiencing.
As we previously reported when the leaks emerged, the material appears to confirm the modern military setting Vince Zampella hinted at, setting it apart from previous Battlefield titles. A quick browse through the Battlefield subreddit reveals intense firefights, showcases the game's environmental destruction, and demonstrates new mechanics like vehicle traversal and buddy rescue systems.
What's particularly surprising is EA's apparent lack of response to these widespread leaks.
A full view of the destructibility from the infantry
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Most developers aggressively pursue leaked pre-release content since it often contains rough animations, placeholder UI, and unfinished graphics. Yet despite participants violating confidentiality agreements, EA hasn't initiated takedown requests.
This unusual restraint might stem from fan reactions being markedly more positive compared to Battlefield 2042's controversial launch.
Leaked M249 Gameplay
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }"This might be premature, but everything looks incredibly promising. Please don't let there be major flaws," commented one observer, while another noted: "The weapon handling animations during movement already surpass Battlefield 2042's quality."
"The raw potential is staggering - explosions ringing out, tracer rounds flying, structures collapsing realistically. And this is just pre-alpha!" remarked an enthusiastic fan.
"The sound design and destruction physics look phenomenal for an alpha build," added another community member.
5 minutes gameplay, thoughts?
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }EA has confirmed a fiscal year 2026 launch window, translating to an April 2025 - March 2026 release period. Following last month's official teaser, we learned this installment will reintroduce a dedicated single-player campaign - welcome news for fans disappointed by Battlefield 2042's multiplayer-only approach.
