The wait for the nextBattlefieldgame continues, and while many are eager to learn what is next in store for the franchise, floods of speculation permeate the discourse.Battlefieldhas had a rocky few years, especially with the launch ofBattlefield 2042. The bad luck may soon be over, though, as rumors and teasers for the nextBattlefieldgame suggest a return to form for the franchise.
Through the years,BattlefieldandCall of Dutyhave enjoyed friendly competition with one another. The latter just released a fresh title withBlack Ops 6, and while it has proven to be a huge success, there is one prevalent complaint within theCall of Dutycommunity thatBattlefieldcould use to its advantage. IfBattlefieldwants to bea worthy competitor toCall of Dutyagain, allowing players the option to disable outlandish skins and cosmetics could prove to be a powerful secret weapon.
The Next Battlefield Should Include a Skin-Disabling Option
An Ongoing Complaint From Both Battlefield and Call of Duty Fans
A lot ofBattlefieldplayers have been vocal about their disdain for crazy, and oftentimes distracting, skins. Back in 2021,Battlefield 2042faced heavy backlash from its player base over aleaked Santa Claus skin. The biggest argument against such skins is simple. Many players come to games likeBattlefieldandCall of Dutyto have an immersive military experience, and being gunned down by the likeness of Santa or any other type of skin that wouldn’t be seen on a battlefield ruins that.
Battlefieldhas featured plenty of skins that have ignited criticism, but not on the same scale asCall of Duty. Compared toBattlefield, some of the special skins added toCall of Duty’s in-game shop can be either hilarious or rage-inducing, depending on which player is asked. One ofBlack Ops 6’s recent additions to the shop isthe new Astro Chicken skin, which wouldn’t be caught dead in any actual combat scenario. Some players love the ridiculousness of these types of skins, but it can completely take the enjoyment away from other players who prefer a more pure military-inspired type of gameplay.
EA’s Vince Zampella has confirmed the nextBattlefieldis taking inspiration fromBattlefield 3and4.
Battlefield’s Perfect Opportunity to Get a Leg Up On the Competition
Because ofBlack Ops 6’s success,the nextBattlefieldhas a high bar to achieve. Despite the difficult task at hand, one of the most effective waysBattlefieldcan remindCall of Dutythat it’s a strong competitor is by giving players the option to disable over-the-top skins. This may be easier said than done, but it’s not impossible. Instead of showcasing a player’s crazy skins, the game could potentially turn their appearance into a default cosmetic.
Call of Duty’s in-game shop can be either hilarious or rage-inducing, depending on which player is asked.
Completely getting rid of extravagant cosmetics is likely out of the question, since there are plenty of players who love looking as bold as possible in matches. However, an option to disable these looks gives players the best of both worlds. Cosmetics lovers can still deck out their players in crazy outfits, while purists get to feel as though they’re on a real battlefield.Having an advantage overCall of Dutyis a powerful thing, and implementing such a feature would likely only helpBattlefieldbounce back from its woes.
Battlefield 2042’s controversial Specialists will not be returning in the nextBattlefieldgame.
Theunrealistic skins featured inCall of Dutyhave been an ongoing debate among its players.Battlefield’s version of this debate may be on a smaller scale, but beatingCall of Dutyto the punch by addressing these controversial skins first could give it the extra kick needed to have a strong upper hand, at least in one aspect.
