动视暴雪为竞争（GTA 6）调整《战地》发布时间

2025 is shaping up to be a blockbuster year for AAA video games. The launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 and its exclusive titles will compete with a strong lineup of anticipated releases, including Borderlands 4, Mafia: The Old Country, Ghost of Tsushima, and the next Call of Duty installment, likely arriving in October or November. However, the biggest contender is Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto 6, currently slated for a Fall 2025 release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

The potential for delays to GTA 6, combined with the other major shooter releases, presents a significant challenge for EA's upcoming Battlefield title. EA aims to launch the next Battlefield within its 2026 fiscal year (before April 2026), a timeframe that directly overlaps with the projected release windows of GTA 6, Call of Duty, and potentially Borderlands 4.

EA's CEO, Andrew Wilson, acknowledged the competitive landscape and the possibility of delaying Battlefield to optimize its launch. He emphasized the substantial investment in the new Battlefield game, involving four studios and extensive development time. Wilson stated that EA aims for a launch that maximizes the game's potential and fosters a strong community, suggesting a willingness to adjust the release date if necessary to avoid direct competition with other major titles.

A November 2025 release for Battlefield (mirroring the launch dates of Battlefield 2042 and Battlefield 5) would create a direct conflict if GTA 6 launches around the same time. This could lead EA to postpone Battlefield to the first quarter of 2026. Conversely, a potential delay of GTA 6 to Q1 2026 could prompt EA to either advance or delay Battlefield's release, highlighting the significant strategic decisions influenced by Rockstar's announcement.

The industry awaits Rockstar's official GTA 6 release date announcement, as it will significantly impact the release strategies of numerous other publishers, including EA. Once the GTA 6 date is confirmed, the release plans for other major titles will likely fall into place.