"Battlefield 6" sold 7 million times in three days
Electronic Arts reports the most successful start in "Battlefield" history: Over 7 million players bought "Battlfield 6" in the first few days.
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Electronic Arts has achieved the most successful launch in the history of the shooter series with “Battlefield 6.” In the first three days, the multiplayer shooter sold over 7 million copies, EA announced on Thursday.
Over the launch weekend, players completed 172 million online matches, while streams of the game garnered more than 15 million hours. “Battlefield 6” has been available for Playstation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Windows PC since October 10, 2025. In addition to its multiplayer focus, the shooter offers a short single-player campaign.
Long-term plans
EA's “Battlefield” titles generate revenue not only from the sale of the games themselves but also from long-term in-game offers. In Part 6, buyers are encouraged, among other things, to spend additional money on the upcoming Battle Pass. In return, EA will continue to supply the shooter with new content such as maps and game modes.
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The financial expectations for “Battlefield 6” are gigantic: according to a report by Ars Technica, EA wants to reach 100 million players, three times as many as the most successful “Battlefield” to date. EA will therefore likely see the successful market launch of “Battlefield 6” only as a first step on a longer journey.
Does EA Deal Threaten US National Security?
Electronic Arts is to be bought by a consortium that includes the Saudi state fund and several private equity firms. As part of the deal, EA is to take on debt of 20 billion US dollars—a sum that leaves little room for commercial flops.
Many view the planned takeover critically. The two US senators Richard Blumenthal and Elizabeth Warren have expressed concerns in a letter to Treasury Secretary Bessent (PDF), arguing that the deal threatens national security. Saudi Arabia could use EA to expand its political and cultural influence and access comprehensive user data. The 55 billion US dollar deal still requires the approval of shareholders and regulatory authorities.
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