Battlefield 6: $400M Budget & Developer Burnout!
0Behind the ambitious vision for the next Battlefield lies a potentially messy and turbulent development. With a ballooning budget and a complex multi-studio structure, there are major red flags for a game that absolutely needs to be a home run.
In this deep dive, we pull back the curtain on the significant development challenges, including:
The Ridgeline Games Shutdown: The studio focusing on narrative elements was shut down earlier this year, hinting at the challenges of managing this multi-studio beast.
A Concerning Report: An Ars Technica report from July 2025 revealed widespread team burnout, cultural clashes between the different studios, and unrealistic sales expectations from EA.
The Ballooning Budget: The budget has reportedly soared far beyond $400 million, suggesting potential scope creep, inefficiency, or major reworks.
Are these red flags a sign of a troubled launch to come, or are they just the cost of AAA game development today? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
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