Battlefield fans, this is your moment! EA has just launched Battlefield Labs, the most ambitious community testing initiative in franchise history. If you’ve ever wanted to influence a Battlefield game before launch, now’s your chance.
What is Battlefield Labs?
Battlefield Labs is a new early access program where selected players will get hands-on with pre-alpha builds of the next Battlefield title. EA is inviting real players to test mechanics, provide feedback, and help fine-tune the game before it even enters beta.
How to Join Battlefield Labs
The first wave of invites is rolling out in the coming weeks, starting with players in Europe and North America. More regions will be added later, so if you don’t get in immediately, stay tuned for updates at Battlefield.com/labs.
A New Era for Battlefield Development
According to Vince Zampella, head of EA Studios, this program is all about unlocking Battlefield’s full potential:
“This game has so much potential. To find that potential, now is the time to test the experiences our teams have been building.”
Battlefield development is now a collaborative effort involving multiple studios:
- DICE – The original creators of Battlefield
- Ripple Effect – Developing a brand-new Battlefield experience
- Motive – Known for Star Wars Squadrons and Dead Space
- Criterion – Racing game specialists now playing a key role in Battlefield
Why Battlefield Labs Matters
This marks a huge shift for the franchise, giving players real input before launch. After past disappointments, EA is betting big on transparency and community involvement. Whether this will win back veteran players remains to be seen—but one thing’s for sure: Battlefield Labs is a bold new step for the franchise.