In recent years, Battlefield’s missteps have left the field wide open for Call of Duty, which has thrived without any real competition. But EA and DICE’s new FPS has sparked serious hype among fans, and many believe it has a shot at reclaiming the top spot. Naturally, all eyes are on Activision to see how it responds, but a new report suggests the company isn’t losing any sleep over it.
Activision Shrugs at the Battlefield Threat
According to Insider Gaming, Battlefield 6’s strong reveal hasn’t shaken Activision’s confidence. Anonymous sources say the company’s leadership remains fully behind its flagship series.
In their words, “Call of Duty is too big to fail.” So even if Battlefield 6 is a smash hit, they don’t expect it to dent CoD’s market dominance, and are confident that the franchise will remain one of the industry’s most successful and enduring brands for years to come.
Battlefield 6 is set to launch on October 10, while Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is expected to arrive later in the year. If the release windows overlap as anticipated, the holiday season could bring the biggest FPS showdown in years. Historically, CoD has owned this period, but if EA and DICE deliver, the balance could finally shift.
Call of Duty’s Possible Weak Spot
Despite Activision’s confidence, there’s one factor that could work in Battlefield’s favor: Warzone, Call of Duty’s battle royale mode, is struggling. Player numbers are down, content updates aren’t winning over the community, and persistent cheating issues continue to frustrate fans. Rumors suggest the mode could even be retired to make room for other multiplayer experiences.
In contrast, one of Battlefield 6’s biggest crowd-pleasers was the announcement of its own free battle royale. The reveal trailer struck a chord with fans, highlighting tactical combat, large scale destruction, and a grounded style without the celebrity crossovers that have become a bit too common in Call of Duty. In fact, some of the game’s developers even joked that their title is so good it “doesn’t need Nicki Minaj,” a nod to the rapper’s recent appearance in Warzone.
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