Battlefield 6 Set to Dominate with 1.7 Million Pre-Orders and High Expectations

With just over a week left until the highly anticipated release of Battlefield 6 on platforms like PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5, it’s clear that this game is gearing up to make a massive impact. Known for its iconic large-scale battles and intense multiplayer experiences, the new title has been drawing plenty of attention ever since its multiplayer beta captivated millions.

Now, as we get closer to launch, the latest reports show just how significant this game is shaping up to be.

According to a recent report by The Game Business, based on data from the firm Ampere Analysis, Battlefield 6 has already achieved an impressive 1.7 million pre-orders on Steam alone. And if that’s not enough to signal the game’s anticipated success, Ampere predicts that Battlefield 6 could reach 5 million units sold within its first week. This is an exciting projection, considering the game’s early reception, and it highlights just how much hype is surrounding the launch.

Another interesting point revealed in the same report comes from Newzoo, which estimates that the game’s beta was played by a staggering 25 million players. However, Ampere offers a slightly more conservative estimate, placing the number at 22 million. Regardless, these figures are astounding and point to a widespread interest in the game.

In addition to those numbers, it’s worth noting that the peak concurrent player count during the beta was recorded at 10.4 million players across all platforms. This marks a significant improvement over the beta of its predecessor, Battlefield 2042, which saw a peak of just 5.1 million concurrent players. These impressive stats underscore the increasing demand for the game and suggest that it could be a return to form for the Battlefield franchise.

While the Battlefield series is going head-to-head with the juggernaut that is Call of Duty, these numbers show that EA is pulling out all the stops to reinvigorate the franchise. The competition is fierce, but if Battlefield 6 continues to gain momentum, it might just give Call of Duty a run for its money. After all, there are whispers that Call of Duty is currently in the midst of an identity crisis, which could work in Battlefield 6’s favor. EA has even taken some jabs at Call of Duty‘s current struggles in a live-action trailer for the game, adding to the growing tension between the two franchises.

In addition to the buzz surrounding the game’s launch, EA recently revealed the post-launch roadmap for Battlefield 6, including its introductory season. Fans are eager to see what new content and features will be added after release, making this one of the most highly anticipated games in recent years.

With a promising start in terms of pre-orders, beta playtime, and player engagement, it looks like Battlefield 6 is set to be one of the biggest releases of the year. Whether it will surpass Call of Duty in terms of overall success remains to be seen, but EA’s ambitious push for the franchise’s resurgence is certainly a step in the right direction.