In this episode of Digital Coffee Gaming Brew, host Brett Deister discusses recent updates from Electronic Arts and their decision to not increase game prices to $80 for the foreseeable future. He also delves into EA's plans to transform Battlefield 6 into a gameplay platform and similar upcoming changes for PUBG, including its transition to Unreal Engine 5. Brett provides a detailed review of Battlefield 6's multiplayer reveal, covers game mechanics, new modes, classes, and upcoming beta testing. The episode concludes with a critical discussion on censorship related to porn games on Steam, driven by credit card companies responding to activist pressure, and its potential consequences for gamers.
3 Fun Facts:
- Battlefield 6 will not cost $80 at launch—EA has confirmed no price hikes until at least the fiscal year ending in March 2026.
- Battlefield 6 brings destruction back in a big way, letting players destroy most, if not all, of buildings on maps.
- Players will get early access to the Battlefield 6 beta through sign-ups or Twitch drops, and for the first time, you don’t have to pre-order to join the open beta.
Key Themes:
- EA game pricing staying unchanged for now
- Battlefield 6 returning to classic gameplay
- Battlefield and PUBG shifting toward game platforms
- Concerns over microtransactions and game fun
- NetEase and other companies monitoring in-game chat
- Credit card companies influencing game content
- Debate around censorship of adult games
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