Battlefield 6 Season 2 Delayed to February 17, Labs Testing Begins

Battlefield Studios has announced plans to involve the community in testing key elements of Battlefield 6's upcoming Season 2 through its Battlefield Labs platform, starting with the new map Contaminated. The season, originally set for January 20, has been delayed to February 17 to allow additional time for development and feedback integration. The game, available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC, launched in October 2025 and features large-scale multiplayer modes emphasizing combined arms combat.

The first Labs session, launching later this week, will focus on Contaminated, a map described by developers as falling in size between Eastwood and Mirak Valley. Officials compared it to classic maps like St. Quentin Scar from Battlefield 1 and Arras from Battlefield V, positioning it as a medium-to-large battlefield suited for infantry, ground vehicles, and aerial engagements. Testing will evaluate how vehicles and aircraft interact with foot soldiers, along with cover placement, objective boundaries, and a unique gameplay mechanic tied to the map's theme. While details on the mechanic remain limited, a Season 2 teaser featured a soldier in a gas mask, suggesting...