Battlefield Studios and EA are already stirring the waters for what’s coming after the imminent launch of Battlefield 6. With global release just days away – October 10 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S – millions of players are preparing to dive back into the chaos. 
Yet, instead of resting on the hype, the developers are teasing something far more ambitious: the long-awaited return of naval warfare and other fan-favorite features that could reshape the future of the franchise.
In their latest Community Update blog post, Battlefield Studios shared insights gathered from their extensive Battlefield Labs testing. This initiative allowed thousands of players to test mechanics, weapons, and map dynamics months ahead of launch. According to the developers, community feedback was crucial in shaping many of the final gameplay adjustments players will experience on release day.
But the most intriguing section of the post, titled “On the Horizon”, focuses not on launch-day polish but on what’s next. The team hints at an exciting new Battlefield take on Battle Royale, built around player creativity and large-scale destruction. More importantly, the studio directly acknowledges one of the most persistent community requests: the return of naval warfare. They also nod to other long-missed features, such as the beloved Little Bird helicopter and the return of platoon systems, promising that none of these ideas are being ignored.
While the Season 1 roadmap doesn’t yet list naval combat or the Little Bird’s comeback, developers suggest those elements are part of active discussions for upcoming seasons. Historically, the Battlefield franchise has thrived on its blend of vehicular chaos, teamwork, and sandbox-like battlefields. The mention of ships, submarines, and coordinated sea invasions has already sparked waves of nostalgia for veterans who remember the franchise’s older entries – when players could pilot two-seater bombers or even command aircraft carriers.
For many, this tease feels like a hopeful sign that Battlefield may be steering back toward its roots of large-scale, multifaceted warfare. While skepticism lingers – especially regarding EA’s direction and corporate decisions – the idea that the studio is listening closely to fan requests is a positive signal. As one developer put it, the goal is to build Battlefield 6 not just as a live service, but as a living world that evolves based on community ambition.
In short, naval warfare may not be here yet, but it’s no longer a distant fantasy. If Battlefield 6 continues this trajectory, fans could soon find themselves commanding destroyers, escorting amphibious landings, and reliving the scale of warfare that made the franchise legendary.