Yes, Battlefield 1 was incredibly immersive and atmospheric, and yes, Battlefield V preyed on my weakness for World War II–themed shooters, but neither of those games created an environment that stimulated my imagination. Through the tools and contexts available in their sandboxes, DICE specifically designed Battlefield games so that players could create their own emergent narratives.Īs much as I enjoyed the series’ recent foray back into historical fiction with Battlefield 1 and, to a lesser extent, Battlefield V, there was something missing. The “only in Battlefield” tag might be a memetic marketing tool, but there’s a reason why it resonates with so many fans of the series. What made earlier Battlefield games so special is that they were specifically designed to create those conversations. It’s the series that almost exclusively spawns those “remember that time” conversations. If I want to get into an extended infantry firefight, or cause wanton destruction in a tank, or strap explosives to a jeep and ram it into an enemy vehicle, I can. It’s an action movie that I can play with my friends. Battlefield is about making memories with my friends. The answer to all those questions is: Yes.īattlefield means many things to many people, but I will tell you what Battlefield means to me. Is it historical or modern? Is it competitive or casual? Is it a tactical, team-based experience, or is it merely a good place to frag out to your heart’s content? Battlefield has always been a difficult franchise to pin down.
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