Battlefield Just Dropped a Free Battle Royale Mode—And It’s Huge

 

| October 28, 2025

Big news for shooter fans: Battlefield 6 just launched a free-to-play battle royale mode called Redsec—and it’s EA’s boldest move yet to take on Call of Duty: Warzone.

Available now at no cost, Redsec dropped today alongside Battlefield 6’s Season 1 update. Whether you own the full game or not, you can jump right in and start playing.

Welcome to Fort Lyndon—The Biggest Battlefield Ever

Redsec drops 100 players into Fort Lyndon, a massive new map set in California. Think sunny beaches, quiet suburbs… and secret military bases. It’s the largest map in Battlefield history, and it’s fully destructible—meaning you can blow up buildings, collapse walls, or create new paths during the fight.

One cool twist? Instead of slowly losing health outside the safe zone (like in most battle royales), Redsec uses a “ring of fire” that instantly eliminates anyone caught outside it. That means you have to keep moving—fast.

Real Battlefield Gameplay—Not Just a Copy

Redsec keeps what fans love about Battlefield:

• Four classic classes: Assault, Engineer, Support, and Recon

• Each class can upgrade abilities as you play (Engineers can turn RPGs into guided missiles! Recon can call in drone strikes!)

• Team strategy matters—just like in the main game

Plus, it includes Gauntlet, a fast-paced 32-player mode where 8 squads battle in short, intense matches. And yes—Portal mode is back, so players can create and share their own custom games.

Free for Everyone—But Some Glitches at Launch

Redsec is available two ways:

• As a standalone free download (no need to buy Battlefield 6)

• Or built right into Battlefield 6 for existing owners (via update 1.1.1.0)

However, some players ran into issues on launch day—especially on Steam and PlayStation 5—with download errors, DLC problems, or account access. EA is working on fixes, but if you’re having trouble, check their support page.

Why This Matters

With 7 million copies of Battlefield 6 sold in just three days, EA is riding high. Now, by making Redsec free, they’re aiming to pull in millions more players—especially those tired of the same old battle royale formula.

Early reactions are positive: fans say Redsec feels like real Battlefield, not a cheap clone. And with Twitch Drops, seasonal events, and community tools coming soon, EA seems serious about keeping players hooked.

So… ready to drop into Fort Lyndon? Just don’t get caught in the fire.