The explosive success of Battlefield 6 (which sold over 7 million copies in its first three days) has hit a significant roadblock. As of January 1, 2026, the community is in an uproar over the new "Objective Ace" skin, part of the Season 1 "Battlefield Pro" bundle. Fans are accusing EA and DICE of blatantly copying the iconic mask and logo from Call of Duty: Ghosts (2013).
The Controversy: A "1:1 Copy"?
The backlash began on Reddit and X (formerly Twitter), where players shared side-by-side comparisons of the "Objective Ace" balaclava and the CoD: Ghosts logo. The evidence pointed out by fans includes:
The "Ghosts" Crack: The most damning similarity is a diagonal crack running through the lower right jaw of the skull, which appears identical to the one in the Ghosts emblem.
Teeth and Brow Details: Fans noted the specific shape of the teeth drips and a chip in the upper-left brow that mirror Activision's 13-year-old design.
AI Allegations: Many players suspect the skin was AI-generated. Critics point to "anatomical deformities" in the skull and suggest that a generative AI tool likely "hallucinated" the Ghosts logo into the design because it was prominent in its training data.
EA’s Growing AI Problem
This isn't the first time Battlefield 6 has faced AI-related scrutiny. Just last month, the "Winter Offensive" update was slammed for the "Winter Warning" sticker, which featured a soldier holding an M4A1 rifle with two barrels and a mangled hand—classic hallmarks of unedited generative AI art.
While DICE General Manager Rebecka Coutaz previously stated that AI would only be used for "preparatory" work and wouldn't ship in the final retail version, these recent cosmetic bundles suggest a shift in strategy that has sourly impacted player trust.
State of the Game: Battlefield 6 vs. The Competition
Despite its blockbuster launch in October 2025, Battlefield 6 is struggling with player retention as we enter the new year.
| Game | Launch Peak (Steam) | Retention/Sentiment |
| Battlefield 6 | ~750,000 | Rapid Decline: Down nearly 85% due to glitchy patches and AI controversies. |
| ARC Raiders | ~480,000 | The "Winner": Named Best Multiplayer Game at the 2025 Game Awards; has retained 91% of its players. |
| Black Ops 7 | ~86,000 (Steam) | Mixed: Strong on consoles/Game Pass, but slammed for its own AI "calling cards" and campaign issues. |
What's Next?
Neither EA nor Activision has commented on potential legal action regarding the mask design. However, with ARC Raiders continuing to dominate the extraction shooter space and Black Ops 7 maintaining a loyal console base, DICE is under immense pressure to address these quality-control issues in the rumored Season 2 Update coming later this quarter.
Do you think EA should pull the skin from the shop, or is a "skull mask" too generic to warrant a lawsuit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
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