Electronic Arts (EA) and DICE have announced a free one-week trial of the popular shooter Battlefield 2042, a move aimed at attracting new players and showcasing the significant improvements made to the game since the launch of its first season. This trial period will be available to players on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S from November 25th to December 2nd.
Background on the Battlefield series and the release of 2042
The Battlefield series is one of the most established first-person shooter franchises, renowned since its inception for delivering massive, realistic battles, emphasizing tactical teamwork, utilizing diverse vehicles, and featuring destructible environments that redefined the concept of war games. However, the release of Battlefield 2042 in late 2021 faced significant challenges, with many players and reviewers criticizing the game for technical issues, bugs, and some design decisions that were not well-received by the community. In response to these criticisms, DICE worked diligently for months to release comprehensive updates aimed at improving performance, fixing problems, and refining some core aspects of the game.
The importance and impact of the free week
This free week is part of EA and DICE's strategy to rebuild trust with the player community and demonstrate their long-term commitment to the game. By offering full access to the first season's content, the company is giving hesitant players the chance to experience the game in its enhanced state without any financial obligation. This initiative is expected to significantly increase the number of active players, revitalizing the multiplayer experience, and represents a valuable marketing opportunity to convert free players into regular gamers, especially after experiencing the new additions and improvements.
In this context, Byron Bede, General Manager of the Battlefield series, stated that this initiative gives newcomers the perfect opportunity to experience the famous All-Out Warfare, which brings together millions of players around the world, without having to buy the game directly.
Free trial content: Three main game menus
During the free week, players will have access to a variety of maps and game modes that represent the core of the Battlefield 2042 experience, through three main game menus designed to suit different types of players:
- Initiation Breakthrough: A menu specifically designed to make it easier for new players to enter the world of Battlefield, offering a guided and less complicated experience to help them understand the basic gameplay mechanics.
- Close Quarters Combat: For fans of excitement and fast-paced clashes, this list focuses on direct battles on smaller maps, ensuring a fast pace of gameplay and continuous encounters.
- All-Out Warfare: This roster represents the classic and complete Battlefield experience, placing players on vast maps that support up to 128 players (on modern platforms), with full use of ground and air vehicles and dynamic environments.
