The next Battlefield installment, tentatively known as Battlefield 6, is generating considerable buzz, particularly regarding its movement system. While developers have confirmed improvements to gunplay and movement overall, fans desire specific changes to align the gameplay with a more authentic military shooter experience.

An update from EA and DICE on March 7th detailed numerous gameplay enhancements, focusing on weapon recoil, animations, and server optimizations.  The developers highlighted unique recoil patterns for weapons, revamped movement animations, improved gunplay with camera shake and firing adjustments, clearer indicators for movement options, and 60Hz-optimized servers. Crouch sprinting, combat diving, and landing rolls will also see improvements, promising a significantly different feel compared to Battlefield 2042.

However, one contentious mechanic remains unaddressed: sliding. This feature has sparked debate among Battlefield fans, with some arguing it detracts from the series' tactical identity.

One Reddit user, Weirdolx, argues that sliding compromises the tactical experience, making Battlefield feel more like an arcade shooter akin to Call of Duty.  They, along with many other players, advocate for removing sliding entirely or significantly limiting its use to prevent repetitive exploitation.

Many players have voiced concerns about the unrealistic inertia of sliding in Battlefield 2042 and the detrimental effect of jump-canceling on the realistic gameplay typically associated with the series. Proposed adjustments include reducing slide distance or increasing recovery time to discourage over-reliance on the mechanic during combat.

Counterarguments exist, with some players appreciating the fluidity that sliding adds to the Battlefield experience.

The developers appear receptive to player feedback, utilizing the Battlefield Labs program to test new features.  With the largest development team in franchise history, expectations are high for the new Battlefield title, slated for release within EA's 2026 fiscal year (April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026).