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Dataminers may have uncovered a controversial addition in the next Battlefield game. According to newly leaked information, EA and DICE are reportedly developing a dedicated subscription service for Battlefield 6—dubbed Battlefield Pro—which would include the game’s battle pass along with a suite of premium features.
A Return to Premium Roots?
While a subscription model might sound new to some, the Battlefield franchise has a history with premium services. Starting with Battlefield Heroes in 2009 and continuing through Battlefield 3, 4, and Hardline, the Battlefield Premium package offered XP boosts, store access, and exclusive content. The model disappeared for a time but could be making a comeback—now in a more modern, live-service format.
What is Battlefield Pro?
According to files found in recent Battlefield Labs datamines, Battlefield 6’s Battlefield Pro membership may include:
- Full access to the battle pass and all its content
- Six exclusive cosmetics available instantly
- +10% XP boost for battle pass progression
- The ability to host persistent servers through Battlefield Portal
- 20 tier skips for faster battle pass progression
- An exclusive bonus content path unlocked later in the season
- Access to “Pro Challenges”, offering rare cosmetic rewards
- A mysterious feature called the “Pro Radio Station”
The highlight for many is the persistent server hosting via Battlefield Portal, indicating that DICE’s sandbox mode may return—potentially even more powerful for creative communities.
Fan Reaction: A Familiar Divide
Despite the appeal of dedicated servers and rare rewards, the idea of a paid subscription model is stirring heated debate. Many fans recall the backlash around Battlefield Premium, especially for locking gameplay advantages or dividing the community behind paywalls. Similar concerns are resurfacing, with some worried that non-cosmetic content could be restricted to Pro subscribers.
This leak surfaces at a time when subscription models have become common in live-service games, from GTA+ in GTA Online to Fortnite Crew and Rainbow Six Siege’s R6 Membership. Whether this model is received positively may depend on how DICE balances exclusive rewards with fair access for free or one-time-purchase players.
More Leaks Add to the Picture
Interestingly, a separate datamine last month hinted at the return of the 3D spotting mechanic, another polarizing feature among long-time players. With no official announcement yet from EA or DICE, all eyes are on how the studio will respond to this growing mix of anticipation and concern.
Final Thoughts
While Battlefield Pro may sound like a modern evolution of older systems, it enters a very different and more critical gaming landscape. Until EA confirms or denies these leaks, fans will have to wait—and hope—that the next Battlefield strikes the right balance between monetization and gameplay fairness.
