Today marks the highly anticipated official launch of Battlefield 6, and all indications point to an explosive debut. According to industry analyst Rhys Elliott of Aliena Analytics, the game generated a staggering 1.8 million pre-sales on Steam alone, accumulating over $100 million in revenue even before hitting shelves. This impressive performance has propelled Battlefield 6 to the top spot as the number one best-selling game on Steam, both in the US and globally.
Elliott notes in his newsletter, “All signs, at least pre-launch, suggest Battlefield is back in the fight. Our estimates reflect a perfect storm of pent-up demand after years of missteps and a huge potential comeback narrative.” This significant financial success is particularly noteworthy as it accounts solely for Steam sales, with the game also launching on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. While it won’t be available on Xbox Game Pass, players can access the $100 edition through EA Play Pro for $17 per month.
Despite this strong showing, Elliott had previously projected that Battlefield 6, while set for substantial earnings for EA, would likely not surpass its direct competitor, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, in overall sales this year.
Interestingly, the game’s early triumph could also have broader implications for its developers. Elliott suggests that Battlefield 6’s success might protect the development teams from potential sales or closures, a concern that arose as part of EA’s rumored sale to a private consortium. Earlier reports hinted that Battlefield developers might be at risk if the game underperformed. Elliott anticipates that EA’s “efficiency rounds” of layoffs could commence in 2027, potentially affecting studios focused on single-player titles, including veteran RPG studio BioWare and Motive, the developer behind Battlefield 6’s campaign.
For those diving into the game today, Battlefield 6 arrives with a substantial day-one update, packed with over 200 fixes, changes, and improvements. Players can find the comprehensive patch notes on GameSpot. For a deeper dive, be sure to check out GameSpot’s full Battlefield 6 review and an essential guide filled with tips to get you started on the battlefield.
Additionally, an image gallery showcasing the “Best Guns And Weapon Loadouts In Battlefield 6” is available to help players optimize their gameplay.