Battlefield 6 Unveils Free ‘RedSec’ Mode to Rival Call of Duty: Warzone — Full Details Inside
EA launches RedSec, a free Battlefield 6 battle royale mode to challenge Call of Duty: Warzone. Available for all players from Oct 28, 2025. Here’s everything to know.
Battlefield 6 RedSec Battle Royale Launched to Rival Call of Duty Warzone — Release Time & Features
In a major surprise for gamers worldwide, Electronic Arts (EA) has officially launched RedSec, a free-to-play battle royale mode under Battlefield 6, aiming to take on Call of Duty: Warzone. The sudden reveal was made via Battlefield’s official X (formerly Twitter) account, catching fans off guard with its stealth-drop style announcement.
This unexpected step seems to be a sign of EA's ambitions to take over the shooter genre and at the same time confront Activision's Warzone, that has been one of the most played free battle royale titles since its launch in 2020 directly.
🎮 Battlefield 6 RedSec Release Timeline and Access
RedSec is set to become operational on October 28, 2025, at 8 AM PT/11 AM ET/3 PM GMT. In contrast to earlier expansions, the players do not need to possess Battlefield 6 in order to play RedSec — it is open to all as a separate free mode.
A game trailer will be released together with the launch, giving a detailed glimpse of the new experience. EA also teased the fans with a brief announcement video clip, which has resulted in a great deal of expectation among veteran Battlefield gamers.
⚔️ Gameplay and Key Features
While EA has kept some features under wraps, insiders confirm that RedSec retains Battlefield’s trademark large-scale warfare, featuring:
Expansive, destructible maps
Modern tactical weaponry
Squad-based strategic combat
A “last-squad-standing” battle royale format
RedSec will launch alongside Battlefield 6 Season 1, introducing new maps, weapons, and challenges to the main game. The mode blends the intensity of Warzone-style gameplay with Battlefield’s unique physics, teamwork, and realism.
Though EA hasn’t confirmed platforms yet, RedSec is expected to launch on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, similar to Battlefield 6’s base game.
🌐 Community Buzz and Reactions
The gaming community has erupted with excitement and speculation following the announcement. Many had long predicted that Battlefield would venture into the battle royale space again, but few expected such a same-day reveal.
Early reactions across social media suggest overwhelming curiosity and optimism, with fans calling RedSec a “potential game-changer” and a much-needed boost for the Battlefield franchise’s live-service ambitions.
📌 Key Highlights:
Title: Battlefield 6 RedSec
Launch Date: October 28, 2025
Genre: Free-to-play Battle Royale
Mode Type: Standalone, available to all players
Gameplay: Large-scale maps, tactical combat, last-squad-standing format
Expected Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
