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Metro
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Battlefield 6 'doesn't need Nicki Minaj' says dev in knock against Call Of Duty
Fans of Battlefield 6 are worried the new game will pull a Call Of Duty when it comes to crossover skins, but the developer insists it will remain 'grounded'. According to current rumours EA is expecting to attract up to 100 million players to Battlefield 6, when it's released in October. That's orders of magnitude more than any previous entry in the series and more akin to the numbers enjoyed by the likes of Call Of Duty and Fortnite. Some influence from those games can already be seen in Battlefield 6, as the sequel will feature a separate battle royale mode. That isn't necessarily a bad idea but it has many fans worried that Battlefield may pick up some of Call Of Duty's other bad habits, especially when it comes to paid-for skins. Call Of Duty and Fortnite are known, for better and worse, for mountains of cosmetic skins based on movie stars, cartoon characters, real-life celebrities, and much more. Call Of Duty fans are getting increasingly fed up with the trend and it seems Battlefield 6 will be purposefully avoiding it. Speaking with DBLTAP during a recent London event, Battlefield 6 design director Shashank Uchil (who's been working on the series since 2018's Battlefield 5) expressed a disinterest in any sort of wacky crossovers for the game, insisting the game will remain 'grounded.' 'It has to be grounded. That is what Battlefield 3 and Battlefield 4 was – it was all soldiers, on the ground,' said Uchil. 'I don't think it needs Nicki Minaj. Let's keep it real, keep it grounded.' That second bit is a very pointed reference to how Activision added rapper Nicki Minaj as a playable skin in 2022's Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. Not even as a character, but as herself and not in any sort of military wear. Sign up to the GameCentral newsletter for a unique take on the week in gaming, alongside the latest reviews and more. Delivered to your inbox every Saturday morning. Battlefield Studios head Vince Zampella (who famously helped create Call Of Duty) was also quizzed by Eurogamer about the possibility of crossover skins. 'We want to be true to Battlefield, we want this fantasy to feel like you'd expect of Battlefield, so that's what we've been focused on,' he answered. While it can feel like Call Of Duty fans are always complaining about something with each new game, the series' use of crossover skins has been a point of contention for many years now. Things started off with celebrity cameos like Lewis Hamilton and various footballers, but as the years went on the skins became more and more fantastical. It was one thing when Call Of Duty was adding action heroes like Rambo and John McClane, who at least somewhat fit with the series' aesthetic, but now you have the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and cartoon characters like Beavis and Butthead running around shooting one another in Call Of Duty's otherwise realistic looking maps. There's no shortage of Call Of Duty fans hating on these sort of skins online, with the Beavis and Butthead ones prompting a Reddit thread labelled 'COD is cooked' with more than 8,000 upvotes. 'I was fine with the future tech, the anime, I reluctantly accepted the animal and mascot characters but… f***ing giant glowy cartoon character? Really?' reads the top comment. 'I remember coming around a corner and seeing Nicki Minaj knifing some dude and just turned the game off. It was the last time I played COD,' reads another. COD is Cooked [COD] byu/Purehate28 inCallOfDuty A separate thread from nine months ago innocently asked fans what their favourite Call Of Duty collab has been and while there are plenty legitimate answers, a lot of comments are people answering with none of them. The top comment is just a blunt 'No', with the second most upvoted being, 'None, I hate annoying skins, let alone crossovers.' As a result, a rumour from April, courtesy of frequent Call Of Duty insider GhostOfHope, suggests that despite the crossovers 'printing money,' Activision plans to rein them in because of fan complaints. By comparison, Battlefield fans have been elated at just how ordinary the skins for Battlefield 6 look so far. When the first line-up of skins leaked earlier this week, fans on Reddit praised them for looking like… generic soldiers. One comment simply reads, 'I love them, I love them, I love them,' while another says, 'Finally no weird operators, just plain anonymous soldiers.' That said, there remain concerns that EA will opt to sell weird crossover skins later down the line. After all, the reason Call Of Duty and Fortnite keep doing them is that despite the complaints plenty of people are willing to pay good money for them. More Trending 'The moment I see Nicki Minaj running through the map holding an M16, I'm out,' says one fan, with someone predicting it'll happen in just six months. Another fan writes, 'Modern military skins is totally okay, but that's a big no if we see some other characters for instance from Squid Game, Beavis & Butthead, Diablo 3, etc., etc. with anime guns and/or some other funky/pop/arcade things.' It's worth noting that Battlefield has dabbled in crossovers before, with Battlefield 2042 receiving skins based on Dead Space and Mass Effect. However, those are EA owned franchises and at least vaguely fit Battlefield's near future aesthetic. Even so, while the Battlefield 6 team might be disinterested in copying Call Of Duty's example when it comes to collabs, the higher-ups may have different ideas, especially if they want to market the game to a wider audience beyond the established fanbase. Email gamecentral@ leave a comment below, follow us on Twitter. 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Tom's Guide
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
I played Battlefield 6 early and Call of Duty might finally have competition again
'Call of Duty vs. Battlefield' was a conversation that dominated the online gaming space in the 2010s. But after the misstep of Battlefield 5 and the outright misfire of Battlefield 2042, Activision's juggernaut has ruled the military FPS shooter market largely unchallenged for several years. But that could be about to change, and one of gaming's greatest debates could be reignited this fall, as EA has unveiled Battlefield 6, and it's promising exactly what fans want. A current-day setting, large-scale multiplayer combat, return to traditional classes, and a focus on dynamic destruction. This sixth mainline entry looks like Battlefield at its best. Of course, looks can be deceiving, but having played just over two hours of Battlefield 6 on PS5 at a recent preview event, in this case, developer Battlefield Studios' buzzword-laden pitch may be accurate. After this solid session of Battlefield 6's multiplayer, I came away believing that the series, which badly lost its way with 2042, may be returning to top form. No other first-person shooters on the market can match Battlefield's scale, and the sixth mainline entry certainly won't be dropping the ball in this regard. Battlefield 6 offers the classic mix of boots-on-the-ground and vehicular combat across a range of large maps. It's Battlefield, baby! Crucially, the largely unpopular Operator system from Battlefield 2042 has been stripped away, and once again, in each multiplayer mode, you pick from one of four classes: Assault, Engineer, Support, and Recon. This allows you to pick a clearly defined role and play to your strengths. I've always loved the Support class, running across the battlefield with my trusty defibrillators to revive fallen allies, and supplying my team with ammo using supply crates when holding a position, or trying to push into enemy territory. I'm not the best sharpshooter, so it allows me to be useful for my team even if my K/D ratio takes a beating. None of this is new for the series, but after an ill-judged wander into the hero-shooter area, it's a joy to see Battlefield back doing what it does best. After an ill-judged wander into the hero-shooter area, it's a joy to see Battlefield back doing what it does best. The act of firing a gun in Battlefield 6 also feels mostly great. Machines perhaps feel a little too similar to each other, making swapping between the various models a little redundant, and shotguns appear to have too much range, but otherwise, I had a blast trying out the diverse arsenal. Naturally, a multiplayer shooter is always going to be defined by its maps. After all, you can nail the mechanical fundamentals, but if the maps don't cut the mustard, the game won't survive in the cutthroat and crowded online space. Fortunately, Battlefield 6 is mostly strong in this area. I got to sample three maps: Liberation Peak, Empire State and Siege of Cairo. The latter is set in the dusty streets of the Egyptian capital, a haven of chaotic choke points that spill out onto wider streets where tanks roam about. The New York-based Empire State is an infantry-focused map that strips away the vehicles and lets you prove your superior trigger finger — or, in my case, have a whole lot of fun with a pump-action shotgun. Libertain Peak was the one map that didn't quite land with me. It's a classic Battlefield setting, the ruined remains of a small village located in a snow-capped mountain range. It's perfect for Battlefield's signature Conquest mode, but I found myself constantly getting sniped by enemy combatants located dozens of yards away. Which is frustrating, not fun. Battlefield has a franchise has always taken full advantage of current hardware, pushing the limits of what a console shooter can look and sound like, and Battlefield 6 is no exception. Played on PS5, the game looks glorious, and in motion, despite the complete chaos that almost always unfolds around you, I barely noticed any performance hiccups. There was the odd dropped frame, and my demo client hard-crashed once, but these are small blemishes on an otherwise next-gen shooter. And yes, it's skipping PS4 and Xbox One. The destruction is also impressive. Again, it's not new for the series, but being able to blow a hole through a building to destroy your enemies' cover never stops being satisfying. I had several moments where so many explosions went off around me, I just threw myself to the floor and hoped I could somehow survive the onslaught. Which was particularly intense. The sound design is also fantastic. I almost instantly fell in love with a heavy machine gun, just because the deep thud of firing it felt so darn satisfying. But the soundscape in general is quite remarkable, and does a fantastic job of drawing you into the experience. You'll want to play this one with a good set of headphones so you can take in all the sounds of the frontline. However, the plod of footsteps does ring out a little too audibly, but again, this is a minor issue at most. The good news is you don't need to take my word for it that Battlefield 6 looks on course to be the return to form that fans have desperately hoped for. You can play Battlefield 6 for yourself in just a matter of days. EA has confirmed two open beta weekends. The first will run from August 9 to 10, with the second held August 14-17. These are open betas, so there's no need to pre-order or sign up for access. Plus, the betas will be running across PS5, Xbox Series X and PC launchers. I'm looking forward to diving back in myself during these beta weekends, because having played two hours of Battlefield 6, I'm seriously eager for more. After several rocky years for the franchise, Battlefield 6 appears to be exactly what veterans wanted, and based on the reception to the multiplayer reveal, it's building real momentum. Watch out, Call of Duty.
Metro
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Battlefield 6 release date and open beta details leak ahead of reveal trailer
EA has announced a trailer for Battlefield 6 will drop later this week, but dataminers have already unearthed several key details. After a streamer leaked the game's title earlier this week, EA has confirmed Battlefield 6 will be officially revealed on Thursday, July 24. The upcoming shooter, which has been subject to various gameplay leaks via player tests, will receive a trailer on July 24 at 3.57pm BST. At the time of writing, just over 2,000 people are in the waiting room on YouTube. In its brief announcement video for the reveal, EA also shared the game's key art which features a New York backdrop. Following this announcement, dataminers have been crawling through the EA app to find further details, and one leaker may have stumbled on the release date. According to dataminer 1BF, the 'current' release date for Battlefield 6 is October 10, 2025. However, they warn this date 'can still be postponed' and it might not be the '100% truth' as it was discovered in a place 'where we should not have seen it'. If true, the date does line-up with the release strategy of recent Battlefield titles. The past two entries, Battlefield 2042 and Battlefield 5 both came out in November in 2021 and 2018 respectively, while 2016's Battlefield 1 was released on October 21. Sign up to the GameCentral newsletter for a unique take on the week in gaming, alongside the latest reviews and more. Delivered to your inbox every Saturday morning. The October 10 date also puts it ahead of the blast radius of its direct competitor Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7, which is rumoured to come out on November 14, 2025 according to leaker TheGhostOfHope. The same dataminer claims Battlefield 6 will have a 'Phantom Edition'. It's unclear what this will include but it's likely to involve being able to play the game a number of days early. Pre-orders will also apparently open on July 31, which is the same date as another reported reveal event for the shooter. According to a previous report on Insider Gaming, content creators have been sent a Battlefield 6 care package which they can open from July 24, the same date as the aforementioned reveal trailer. This package will apparently announce another reveal date for Thursday, July 31, when gameplay and developer interviews will be released, after a two-day media hands-on event starting from July 29. It's a confusing rollout but we imagine the release date could be revealed somewhere around this window or, if not, we'll probably get details of the open beta at least. Earlier this week, in weirdly casual fashion, EA announced Battlefield 6 will get an open beta, confirming it will have options to play matches where any weapon can be used with any class – or the opposite for purists. A post on the official Battlefield account on X reads: 'Open weapons vs. closed weapons. Why not both? Starting at open beta players can choose official playlists with signature weapons locked to class, or not. More to come.' Open Weapons vs Closed WeaponsWhy not both?Starting at Open Beta players can choose official playlists with Signature Weapons locked to class, or to come. — Battlefield (@Battlefield) July 21, 2025 While EA hasn't shared any details yet on when this open beta will start, dataminers in the EA app have found a 'build publication date' scheduled for August 4, 2025. While not technically a release date according to one Reddit user, it's a sign the open beta could follow soon afterwards. More Trending There's a lot riding on Battlefield 6, after its predecessor Battlefield 2042 was a financial flop for EA. The sequel is being co-developed under a new 'Battlefield Studios' umbrella consisting of four studios, namely DICE, the main developer of previous games in the series, Criterion, Motive, and Ripple Effect. The latter is rumoured to be working on a battle royale spin-off akin to Call Of Duty: Warzone. While it's likely we'll get a specific release date later this month, EA previously confirmed Battlefield 6 will launch sometime before March 2026. Email gamecentral@ leave a comment below, follow us on Twitter. To submit Inbox letters and Reader's Features more easily, without the need to send an email, just use our Submit Stuff page here. For more stories like this, check our Gaming page. MORE: The 20 best Commodore Amiga games to celebrate the 40th anniversary MORE: 007 First Light interview – discussing the women, the music, and the cars MORE: New Nintendo Switch 2 bundle announced as console breaks another sales record
Yahoo
12-02-2025
- Yahoo
RTX 5090 meltdown woes spark flashbacks to RTX 4090 fire hazards
Nvidia's RTX 5090 is facing early concerns as reports of melting 16-pin power connectors have emerged, evoking memories of the infamous RTX 4090 connector failures. Two separate incidents have surfaced, both pointing to potential issues with the GPU's power delivery system, despite Nvidia's efforts to prevent such problems with its updated 12V-2×6 connector standard. According to The Verge, the first reported incident involved an RTX 5090 user on Reddit who noticed a burning smell while playing Battlefield 5, leading them to inspect their system. Upon closer examination, they discovered that their power cable had melted on both ends—where it connected to the graphics card and where it plugged into the power supply unit (PSU). RTX 5090FE Molten 12VHPWR byu/ivan6953 innvidia It's worth mentioning that they were using an unofficial third party cable from Moddiy, instead of the one provided with the GPU. The manufacturer has claimed that it follows the updated 12V-2×6 design, complies with ATX 3.0 and PCIe 5.0 standards, and supports up to 600W. Additionally, the user stated that they had been using the same power cable for over two years with their RTX 4090 FE without any issues. They also ensured that the cable was securely connected, confirming it clicked into place. What's interesting here is that Nvidia has already moved to the updated 12V-2×6 connector standard, which was supposed to reduce the risk of overheating and ensure better contact between the pins. However, backward compatibility with older 12VHPWR cables may be contributing to continued failures, as not all third-party cables may fully adhere to the revised specifications. The second incident comes from Spanish YouTuber Toro Tocho who went through a similar experience with burnt connectors on both the GPU and PSU ends using an RTX 5090 Founders Edition. The affected user was using an FSP Hydro Ti PRO 1000W PSU along with a standard 16-pin PCIe 5.0 cable bundled with the power supply. Both incidents suggest that power connector issues are still a concern, despite Nvidia's revisions. The first case hints at compatibility risks with third-party cables, while the second case highlights potential high power draw beyond expected limits. Nvidia has yet to issue an official statement, leaving users to double-check their power connections and monitor their hardware for signs of overheating. Whether these are isolated incidents or the start of a wider problem remains to be seen, but for now, RTX 5090 owners might want to keep a fire extinguisher nearby—just in case.
