Battlefieldis also seeing a shake-up at the upper levels
The latestBattlefieldgame is out in the wild, and2042has had an interesting go of it so far. EA and DICE have beenrolling out updates pretty fast, but the publisher has also indicated an interest to keep expanding the franchise outwards.
In an interview withGameSpot, Electronic Arts noted an intent to form a “connectedBattlefielduniverse.” Similar to howCall of Dutyhas an expanded presence with its mobile andWarzoneofferings, it sounds like EA wants to look into new experiences in theBattlefielduniverse.
As part of this move, Respawn co-founder Vince Zampella is now overseeing theBattlefieldfranchise. Speaking to GameSpot, Zampella said this is an “and” strategy;Battlefield 2042will continue to grow, and EA will explore new experiences and business models to add onto theBattlefieldfoundation.
EA indicates that both Ripple Effect, the former DICE LA studio, and its new Seattle-based studio under the leadership of Marcus Lehto are working on new “experiences” in theBattlefielduniverse. That doesn’t specifically mean games, but it could be something different than what we’ve seen previously in theBattlefielduniverse.
GameSpot’s interviewsalso confirmedthat DICE GM Oskar Gabrielson is leaving to pursue new opportunities. EA also confirmed that Ripple Effect will continue to support theBattlefieldPortal mode insideBattlefield 2042, alongside working on its “new experience.”
ThoughBattlefield 2042hasbeen a shaky launch, it seems like EA is still set to take a multi-pronged approach to the franchise. TheCall of Dutysimilarities are there, as are other franchises’ efforts to expand outwards, like those withPUBG, or what we’ve already seen with Ubisoft’svarious franchises crossing over. With Vince Zampella taking over the helm and more studios moving into the franchise, it seems likeBattlefieldmaking its own big push.
