Battlefield 2042 experiences player revival thanks to Battlefield 6 Beta
Last weekend, the second beta of Battlefield 6 took place. It ended this morning, but EA and DICE gave fans of the demo a reason to return to Battlefield 2042 with a surprising update. Even though the game was very poorly rated at release and player numbers quickly declined, Battlefield 2042 may now have another short-lived chance.
Thanks to the Battlefield 6 beta, many players have returned to the franchise. Even players who had completely quit after the disastrous launch of Battlefield 2042. The beta was huge, hitting record numbers of 521,000 concurrent players.
Record Numbers: How the BF6 Beta Surpassed Battlefield 2042
As mentioned, the open beta of Battlefield 6 reached an all-time high of 521,079 concurrent players on Steam. This not only beat Call of Duty’s previous Steam record of 491,670, but also made it the most played beta title of all time on Steam.
The player record for the Battlefield 2042 beta phase was only about 156,000, less than half. At release, it dropped further to just 107,000 players. So, the new Battlefield beta has already overshadowed it by far. But with the beta over, players are now looking for an alternative.
Interest in Battlefield 2042: Why Are Players Returning?
The monthly average for Battlefield 2042 in June 2025 was around 5,480 players, with a daily peak of about 10,000. But right after the beta, numbers rose to over 20,000 concurrent players. Clearly, the successor’s beta encouraged many to return, even though 2042 remains poorly reviewed.
The developers had anticipated this in advance and released a major new update for Battlefield 2042 today. This update adds a new map, two new weapons, two new jets, bug fixes, and more. On top of that, players get a brand-new free battle pass with 60 unlockable cosmetic items. With busier servers again, it’s even more fun to dive back into the futuristic war with friends.
Conclusion – The Hype Creates Opportunities
The end of the Battlefield 6 beta not only broke records but also reignited interest in Battlefield 2042. Despite its catastrophic launch, DICE and EA are now luring players back with a large update packed with new content and a free battle pass. Whether this momentum will last or fade quickly remains to be seen – but the hype shows the beta worked. If DICE and EA play their cards right, this could pave the way for the best Battlefield launch ever.
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