Rumors surrounding a new Battlefield battle royale mode have been circulating for months, with players expecting DICE and Electronic Arts (EA) to replace the aging Firestorm with a modern alternative. However, two weeks after the release of Battlefield 6, no official announcement has been made about any new PvP mode. Recent reports now suggest that the lack of information is part of the publisher’s plan. According to gaming insider @ModernWarzone on X (formerly Twitter), DICE and EA are preparing to launch a new free-to-play battle royale mode titled Battlefield: RedSec on October 28.
The report describes an unusual release approach. EA and DICE are reportedly planning a shadow drop, meaning the game mode will launch without any trailers, teasers, or pre-release marketing. Instead, RedSec is said to arrive alongside the Battlefield 6 Season 1 update, surprising players with immediate availability. This strategy is rarely used for a franchise of this scale, making it one of the more unexpected moves by EA in recent years.
While the developers have not confirmed any details, early information from the same source and previous leaks provides a picture of what players can expect. RedSec is said to feature a large, destructible map supporting up to 100 players per match, with game sessions lasting roughly 25 minutes. The gameplay will reportedly combine traditional Battlefield mechanics with elements tailored for the battle royale format, such as armor plate systems, resource gathering, and vehicle combat.
Additional leaks from internal Battlefield Labs update logs have added credibility to these claims. According to the documents, players will have two armor plate slots and access to both ground vehicles and helicopters, each equipped with countermeasures to ensure fair combat balance. The mode will also include proximity voice chat, allowing players to communicate with nearby opponents and allies during matches.
Despite growing excitement, the community’s response to the reported name “RedSec” has been mixed. Discussions on Reddit and X show that while many players are eager for new Battlefield content, some find the title unconventional. However, the focus remains on whether RedSec can deliver a polished, large-scale experience that aligns with the franchise’s reputation for dynamic destruction and team-based warfare.
If these reports are accurate, Battlefield: RedSec will mark EA’s return to the free-to-play market, a space it has not fully explored since Firestorm’s limited success. By offering the mode as a free addition, DICE and EA may be looking to attract both returning fans and new players, expanding Battlefield’s reach beyond its traditional audience.
While the official announcement remains pending, October 28 could signal a major update for the Battlefield franchise. Until DICE or EA confirms the launch, these details should be treated as speculation, but the growing consistency among reports suggests that Battlefield: RedSec’s debut may be closer than expected.
