Battlefield 6 Open Beta Week 2 starts

A close look at what to expect during Battlefield 6 Open Beta Weekend 2 and how it fits into the game’s launch window.

Battlefield 6 Open Beta Week 2 Expands Maps and Modes

Battlefield 6 Open Beta Weekend 2 runs from Thursday, August 14 at 8:00 UTC to Monday, August 18 at 8:00 UTC. All players on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC can join at the same times, with no Early Access. The game will not be available on PS4, Xbox One or Nintendo Switch.

Empire State joins the lineup as a new map for Weekend 2, joining Siege Of Cairo, Liberation Peak and Iberian Offensive. Weekend 2 also adds Rush and Deathmatch to the rotation. The free rewards from Weekend 1 are no longer available in the beta, but they will return when the game launches on October 10. PC players must enable Secure Boot and use EA Javelin Anticheat to play the beta.

DICE has published a list of known issues from Weekend 1, with players reporting problems such as weapon and arm disappearance, ping limitations in certain modes, and several UI glitches. While some issues may be resolved, others could carry over into Weekend 2 as the team continues balancing and polish ahead of launch.

Early turnout shows strong interest in Battlefield 6, suggesting players are ready for a modern setting after years away from that era. The focus on grounded combat and a robust anti cheat framework could help the game stand out once it launches.

The decision to skip older consoles and push higher end hardware signals a sharper focus on performance and fidelity. If Weekend 2 can deliver stable servers, smooth balance, and meaningful map rotation, it could convert hype into steady engagement after launch. Bad bugs or matchmaking delays, however, risk eroding early goodwill and inviting competitive backlash.

Highlights

As a live service, Battlefield 6 now tests how well it can blend polish with the momentum of a big online launch.