EA Has Revamped the Battlefield V Progression System to Learn From Past Mistakes
Battlefield V’s release date is fast approaching, and it seems like EA and DICE are trying especially hard to win over fans. Marketing for the game has so far met with some backlash, though likely from a vocal minority of fans. Nonetheless, the companies behind the game are packing a lot into the new title; Battlefield V will feature Battle Royale for the first time, in keeping with current trends, as well as new customization options and features. Notably, DICE recently spoke at an investors’ call about revamping the Battlefield V progression system.
The Revamped Battlefield V Progression System
Understandably, neither DICE nor EA wish to have a repeat of Star Wars Battlefront’s launch. That game’s progression system was harshly criticized by fans due to the game’s pay-to-win model. During the recent investors’ call, Blake Jorgensen, Chief Financial Officer of EA, stated that the publisher took fan criticisms of Battlefront very seriously. As a result, he said, they would be seeking to learn from past mistakes with Battlefield V.
The Battlefield V progression system is an entirely new system; it was built from the ground up for the new game, rather than adapted from an existing system. It remains to be seen exactly how this progression system will differ, and whether EA have truly accepted fan feedback concerning micro-transactions. Battlefield I still has a highly active player-base, however, suggesting that DICE has a stronger footing for the series. The upcoming game features a wealth of new content; although the Battle Royale mode is obviously following a trend, it could well be a mode that suits the style of Battlefield’s existing combat.
In a somewhat surprising move, DICE will be retaining a single-player campaign. Although other studios have recently dropped single-player; (such as for the Call of Duty franchise); DICE seems determined to continue to cater to the part of their audience which enjoys that sort of content.