Deconstructor of Fun 302. Call of Duty vs Battlefield: Ex-DICE, Bungie & Activision Experts Unpack It All
Aug 27, 2025
Join industry experts Chris Sides, ex-Bungie director, and Chris Anjos, strategist with a history at Activision and Tencent, as they dissect the fierce rivalry between Battlefield and Call of Duty. They dive into the evolution of gameplay mechanics, the challenges of progression systems, and the significance of player feedback. Expect insightful discussions on Battlefield's potential comeback and the impact of mobile gaming on FPS titles. With tales from their experiences, this conversation reveals what drives engagement in this fast-paced genre.
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Market Reality For Blockbuster Shooters
- Call of Duty historically outsells nearly every shooter unless Rockstar releases a game.
- Battlefield has built unprecedented goodwill for this release but likely won't outsell COD this year.
Beta Restored Franchise Feeling
- Battlefield 6's beta felt like a love letter or an apology after 2042 and recaptured core battlefield sensations.
- Destruction, classes, and feel returned, benefiting player sentiment and hype.
Borrowing Arcade QoL To Teach Players
- Battlefield is adopting arcade-like QoL features popularized by Call of Duty to polish player learning loops.
- Examples include death replay visuals and freeze-frames to teach players how they died.
