With the launch of the game on the Game Pass service, which will coincide with the end of Season 2: Master of Arms, we will tell you about the most important developments that will occur in Season 3, such as how the Specialist and classes have been revamped. Which of the following weapons should be added to the 2042 arsenal, map redesigns, and interesting new features in Battlefield 2042 after Season 4.

We’re closer than ever to the start of Season 3, which is set to include a new Specialist, an all-new map, as well as redesigned Manifest and Detachment maps, and all the new gear set to be added to your arsenal. Season 3 will also see classes return to Battlefield 2042, but that’s not all.

Starting with Season 3, Battlefield 2042 will be available on Xbox Game Pass. We’ll make the game available to all subscribers via EA Access. We’ll also be offering free access periods on all platforms in December. Experience the evolution and improvements we’ve brought to the game, and we can’t wait to welcome you to Battlefield.

New Safe Weapons

With the start of Season Three, we’ll be adding the XM8 from Bad Company 2 to the LMG lineup, as well as the A-91 from Battlefield 3, with more chests receiving further updates throughout the season. These classic weapons will be available alongside all the new gear the team has developed for Season Three. Stay tuned for more news on what they are and how they’ll transform the battlefield in the coming weeks.

Redesign Specialist – Update 3.2

With our work on Season 3, we’ve been able to determine when you can expect to experience the updates we’re making to Specialists and the reintroduction of classes to Battlefield 2042. This major change will be rolling out in the first part of 2023, during the second half of Season 3 as part of Update 3.2.

In case you missed our last update on the Specialist rework, we’re committed to bringing classes back into the game, placing Specialists in specific roles that give them a specialized set of gadgets and equipment that fit their purpose on the battlefield.

We’ve been testing these changes extensively, recently inviting teammates from across the Battlefield community to play with us, share their immediate feedback on the changes, and help ensure we’re moving in the right direction. With their help, we’ve been able to test the weapon proficiencies we’ve provided as a result of your feedback—a system that allows us to maintain the freedom to fight knowing you like to play your way, but better rewards players who stick to more typical weapon and class combinations.

Irish's role has been revised to a supporting role, with Crawford replaced as the Engineer. So Irish will pick up on Crawford's existing theme, salute fallen comrades with additional gadget ammo, and we'll design a new Crawford character that will allow him to better specialize as an Engineer.

We’ve been shown how Rao best fits into the new system, and we’re working to improve team and squad communication around this specialist so he can function as a strong asset in the Research category. To learn more about these changes, be sure to check out our recent blog.

As Season 3 approaches, there will be another new Specialist arriving who will later join the offensive ranks.

Updating Shipping and Separation Declaration Maps

There will be two additional map changes coming in Season 3. With Update 3.1, you’ll get an update to the Manifest map, as well as a Specialist redesign in Update 3.2, and we’re looking forward to a comprehensive update to the Breakaway map.

The team has redesigned the Manifest map to align with updates already seen on the Kaleidoscope, Regeneration, and Orbital Launch Site maps – bringing the HQ flags closer to the battle and removing excess play space.

The visibility you find on this map has been improved, ensuring that our play areas are better lit and your sightlines improved when searching for enemies.

You’ll see better coverage and improved paths between flags, as the flags themselves are carefully tended to ensure your offense and defense are better focused on reaching the objective.

During 2023, a new and improved map “The Breakup” will be released, where we will give the map a comprehensive update that includes bringing the oil rig closer to the scene and focusing more on gameplay within a more precise play area.

We also addressed the purpose of signaling a viewpoint and decided that we could create a more exciting Conquest Tour without it, allowing us to consider how much play space we should keep on top of the glacier and design new ways to play within the ice itself.

There are all-new flags for the map, as well as a major rework of the city and nearby refineries to ensure you can move more confidently between these flags when playing as an infantryman.

The snow and ice shaders have also been redesigned, helping to give the map a fresh visual look, and we’re excited to see you try this map out in 2023.

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