We know that the next installment in the Battlefield franchise is coming - Electronic Arts CEO Andrew Wilson confirmed this in a November 2020 earnings call. In the lead-up to the game's expected Holiday 2021 launch, numerous rumors about Battlefield 6 have popped up. While most focus on things to be hyped about, one of the recent leaks is a bit more surprising, concerning and downright disappointing, all at the same time - if it proves to be true. Is Battlefield 6 Coming to PS4 and Xbox One? While next-gen exclusivity could dampen the player count at launch, making Battlefield 6 available on Xbox Game Pass on Day 1 could help mitigate the expected loss.
Getting your hands on a PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series S/X is close to impossible these days. In addition to the surge in demand for both consoles, Sony and Microsoft are having a hard time keeping shelves stocked with systems, mainly due to the on-going global semiconductor shortage.
With that said, it makes sense that the majority of the games released in 2021 are available on both last-gen and next-gen consoles. In fact, the only notable big release that's exclusive to next-gen consoles is Demon's Souls for the PlayStation 5. Housemarque's upcoming AAA title debut, Returnal, is set to join the exclusive group on April 30.
However, both Demon's Souls and Returnal are niche titles that cater to a particular group of gamers. Specifically, those who love a challenge. In comparison, franchises like Battlefield and Call of Duty rely on attracting the broadest audience possible. This is why it comes off as a shock that a recent rumor is suggesting that Battlefield 6 is not coming to the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One.