Recently, gameplay footage from the alpha version of Battlefield 6 was leaked online, showcasing the game’s extensive destruction elements and the classic Conquest mode. This footage highlights not only the engaging gunplay and gameplay mechanics but also features such as jet combat and distinct classes within the Battlefield Labs framework. The leaks follow recent playtests conducted for members of Battlefield Labs. Since its debut in February, the program has been instrumental for EA as they seek feedback on potential gameplay adjustments while developing Battlefield 6.
An influx of new players joined the program after invites were sent out on April 17 for the latest playtest sessions. The development of Battlefield 6 is currently being handled by an extensive team, the largest in the franchise’s history, which includes DICE, Criterion, EA Motive, and Ripple Effect. As the game undergoes development, the Battlefield Labs initiative allows participants to test and experience various game concepts at an early stage. Despite players being bound by non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), some have shared footage from the alpha test.
Notably, leaks emerged within a week and a half of the last batch of invites. The leaked gameplay footage, shared on Twitter by user @alisaad40002, emphasizes the game’s hallmark “all-out destruction” and revitalizes the series’ classic elements, such as squad-based Conquest modes with high player counts. It features intense action, including aerial dogfights on the “Capstone” map and ground combat. While the footage is still a work-in-progress and not indicative of the final product, it supports DICE’s earlier statements regarding various gameplay changes slated for Battlefield 6.
Adjustments in recoil patterns, movement animations, and gunplay improvements are among the anticipated updates. Furthermore, there are indications that the game may reintroduce the controversial 3D spotting feature and will support 60Hz-optimized servers. Participating in Battlefield Labs provides players with exclusive insight into potential changes before the game’s release, and it seems likely that additional invites will be dispatched soon. Interested players can sign up on the Battlefield Labs platform, which also connects them to the official Battlefield Discord server for further updates.