"Battlefield 6" sells over 7 million copies in three days, setting a franchise record; simultaneous player count reaches series high
Note: the original Japanese article can be found at:
https://www.4gamer.net/games/838/G083846/20251017001/
Editorial Department: Ryō Sugaura | 2025/10/16 15:44 (UTC)
Electronic Arts today (October 17, 2025) announced that its latest release, Battlefield 6—available on PC / PS5 / Xbox Series X|S—has sold over 7 million copies within just three days, setting a new franchise record for highest sales.
Battlefield 6 is the newest installment in the popular military FPS franchise. It offers players dynamic warfare across diverse battlefields—on land, sea, and air—with a wide array of weapons at their disposal. The game features an expanded single-player campaign and the return of user-generated content platform “Portal,” delivering comprehensive content befitting its latest numbered title.
According to the announcement, online matches have already exceeded 172 million, while total viewing time on streaming services has surpassed 15 million hours. Concurrent player count has also reached an all-time high in series history, indicating significant enthusiasm and momentum.
Season 1 is scheduled to launch on October 28, with new content released monthly thereafter. The roadmap is available on the official website’s news page—fans eager for future updates are encouraged to check it out.
Battlefield 6 Post-Launch Season 1 Roadmap Preview
Official Battlefield 6 Website
‘BATTLEFIELD 6’
Achieves the Largest Launch in Series History
Records All-Time High Sales and Player Participation, Establishing a New Chapter for the Franchise
Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) and Battlefield Studios are proud to announce that Battlefield 6™ has achieved the greatest launch in franchise history, shattering long-standing records. The game has firmly established itself as one of the largest video game and entertainment launches ever within the series’ legacy. Battlefield 6 is currently available on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC (Steam™, EA App, Epic Games Store).
BATTLEFIELD 6
Official Launch Hype Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFVVEkBsOOs
The game’s open beta in August recorded the highest participation numbers to date, carrying that momentum into the largest opening in series history. Within just three days of launch, Battlefield 6 sold over 7 million copies—setting a new franchise sales record. Thanks to passionate support from global player communities, online matches have exceeded 172 million, and total viewing time on streaming services has surpassed 15 million hours. Concurrent player count also reached an all-time high for the series.
“First and foremost, we sincerely thank our players.”
—Byron Beede (General Manager, Battlefield)
“Battlefield 6 is a title built with our fans. From concept through the introduction of ‘Battlefield Labs’ to the record-breaking open beta—we’ve consistently listened to player feedback throughout development. Our sole goal has always been to create the best Battlefields possible. And this is only the beginning. We’re just 12 days away from launching Season One.”
“We never take moments like these for granted. From every developer on Battlefield Studios around the world, to our global community—thank you sincerely.”
—Vince Zampella (Executive Vice President, Electronic Arts)
■ About ‘Battlefield 6’
Battlefield 6 redefines multiplayer with a complete overhaul, delivers an epic cinematic single-player campaign, and offers unprecedented sandbox freedom where every combat action, vehicle usage, and strategy directly impacts victory. The return of the player-created game mode platform “Portal” has already seen players showcasing incredible creativity and skill.
Battlefield 6’s explosive launch marks the first step toward building the ‘Connected Battlefield Universe’—the franchise’s long-term vision. Season 1: Rogue Ops launches on October 28, introducing a new map titled “Blackwell Fields” that embodies chaotic full-scale warfare, alongside an intense 4v4 mode. Additional phases for Season 1 will follow throughout the remainder of this year.
■ Sales Information
Battlefield 6 is currently available on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC (Steam™, EA App, Epic Games Store). Two editions are offered:
| Edition | Price | |——–|——-| | Standard Edition | ¥9,800 (tax included) | | Phantom Edition | ¥13,900 (tax included) |
The Phantom Edition includes:
● Download of Battlefield 6 base game
● Exclusive Skin Pack “Phantom Squad”
● Two high-performance weapon packages
● Vehicle and combat knife skins
● “Battlefield Pro” Token
(Includes Battle Pass, 25-tier skip, exclusive cosmetics, XP tokens, etc.)
Note: Content, pricing, and bonuses may vary by region or retailer. Please check individual retail sites for details.
Official Website:
https://www.battlefield.com/
Official Discord:
http://discord.gg/eajp
Official X (formerly Twitter):
https://x.com/battlefield_eaj?lang=en
● Disclaimer
The information provided in this announcement may be subject to change based on ongoing development and live service operations. EA and Battlefield Studios remain committed to listening to community feedback and will continue providing updates as they become available.
■ About Battlefield
Since its debut over 20 years ago, the Battlefield franchise has delivered large-scale, realistic combat experiences in the FPS genre. To date, more than 100 million players worldwide have logged over 5 billion hours of gameplay across the series. Today, four studios—Criterion, DICE, Motive, and Ripple Effect—are collaborating to build a new immersive experience under the ‘Connected Battlefield Universe’ vision, carrying forward the franchise’s DNA. Battlefield 6 marks the first step in this journey.
■ About Electronic Arts
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