Battlefield 6 Season 2 Arrives Today with Global Launch Times
The highly anticipated second season of Battlefield 6 is set to launch later today, marking a significant update for EA's popular online shooter. After experiencing a delay, Season 2 promises to inject fresh content into the game, aiming to revitalise player engagement during a critical phase in its lifecycle.
Exact Release Schedule for All Platforms
Season 2 of Battlefield 6 will go live simultaneously worldwide at 12pm GMT on February 17, 2026. This global release ensures no early access, with all players gaining entry at the same moment. For clarity across different regions, here are the corresponding times:
- 4am PST
- 7am EST
- 9am BRT
- 12pm GMT
- 1pm CET
- 9pm JST
- 11pm AEDT
With the launch just hours away, gamers can plan for a lunchtime session or download the content ahead of evening play.
New Content to Enhance Gameplay
This season introduces Contaminated, a brand-new map set on a German mountainside. Designed around the return of the AH-6 Little Bird helicopter, this map offers expansive terrain similar to classics like St Quentin's Scar from Battlefield 1. A second map, Hagental Base, is scheduled for release on March 17, focusing on infantry-only combat in an underground bunker.
Players can also look forward to several new weapons and gadgets, including:
- GRT-CPS (DMR)
- VCR-2 (Assault Rifle)
- M121 A1 (LMG)
- 9K38 IGLA Active Locking Air-Defence Launcher (Engineer Gadget)
- HTI-MK2 Hardware Suppression System (Recon Gadget)
Addressing Player Engagement Challenges
The release comes at a pivotal time, as Battlefield 6 has seen a decline in daily peak players on Steam, dropping from over 180,000 in December to around 60,000 in February. Season 2 aims to counter this trend by delivering substantial updates that could attract both returning and new players.
With these additions, EA hopes to end the recent content drought and strengthen the game's community. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a casual player, today's launch offers an opportunity to dive into enhanced battlefield action.
