DICE is updating Battlefield 2042 this week with a patch focused on polishing the game’s content, rebalancing some of the weapons, making quality of life improvements, and updating the Specialist character models.
The players of Battlefield 2042 They will also be able to better track their in-game performance and stats thanks to the new Player Profile feature.
Battlefield 2042 is the latest installment in DICE’s large-scale tactical first-person shooter franchise, which has been running since 2002. Battlefield 2042 has been heavily criticized by gamers since its release. The game has received over 70,000 negative reviews on Steam, making it not only the worst performing Battlefield game in the franchise, but also one of the most negatively reviewed games on the platform.
In an effort to recover from the troubled launch, DICE has been regularly updating the game with new features and improvements based on player feedback.
The highlights of the latter update of Battlefield 2042 is a major overhaul of the Kaleidoscope map, which will be the first in a series of planned overhauls for the game’s initial release maps.
New flag positions and more cover have been added in the form of newly placed assets and terrain modifications intended to break lines of sight and allow for better infantry movement. New assets are subject to tactical destruction, helping the map evolve over the course of the game in new ways.
New areas, such as a forward operating base in the park and a command post near the tower, also add more gameplay possibilities. The Renewal map is the next to be reworked in Season 2.
A update of “Style and Tone” for Battlefield 2042 Specialists has subtly tweaked the character models. Many of the models have been adjusted to be more detailed, while retaining much of the original design. Players may notice that their favorite Specialist has grown some facial hair or has slightly altered the color and texture of their clothing.
A new feature has finally been added to Player Profile, allowing players to better track their progress and performance in the game. Current rank, XP to next rank, and masteries are displayed in the Profile tab for quick self-assessment.
While many other changes, such as weapon balance tweaks and improved control aim assist accuracy, have also been included in the update, DICE still has a rocky road ahead of it in the fight to regain control. respect of the players.