The State of Battlefield

Tom Belous (The Lanky Soldier)
May 1
2 min read

Updated: May 7

In this episode Tom delves into the current state of the Battlefield franchise, particularly focusing on Battlefield 2042. Tom reflects on the state of Battlefield, expressing a mix of hope and skepticism. While he acknowledges the positive changes made to Battlefield 2042, he remains critical of the franchise's trajectory. The episode serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by developers and the importance of listening to community feedback. Featuring: Tom Belous (TheLankySoldier)

Episode 2: The State of Battlefield

Released on April 3, 2023 Length: 1 Hour & 2min

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TIMESTAMPS:

6:08 - State of Battlefield (PC Gamer Article)

16:01 - Positives of Battlefield 2042

49:37 - Negatives of Battlefield 2042

QUOTES:

"I'm glad the developers are taking the credit for the hard work for fixing the game. But the problem is you're kind of getting the praise for basically doing bare minimum that was supposed to be in the first place."

"The state of Battlefield right now is it's not a complete disaster, but it's not good."

"I hope these changes... will be transferred to the next game in some shape or form."

HIGHLIGHTS:

Podcast Context: This episode is a reboot of a previous podcast from 2015, making it technically episode 44, but labeled as episode 2 for new listeners. Tom encourages new listeners to check out the first episode for context.
Episode Focus: The main topic of discussion is the current state of Battlefield, including the positives and negatives surrounding the franchise, particularly Battlefield 2042.
Battlefield 2042 Discussion: Tom expresses disappointment with Battlefield 2042's launch but acknowledges that recent updates have improved the game. He discusses the mixed feelings about the game's current state and the ongoing issues that remain.
Positive Changes: Some positive aspects of Battlefield 2042 mentioned include:
- The ability to buy individual items from cosmetic bundles.
- The "plus system" for customizing weapon attachments.
- The addition of traversal tools like ziplines.
- The return of health regeneration.
- The return of traditional class systems (From Specialists to Classes)
- The potential of Battlefield Portal as a significant feature for future games.
Critique of Developer Praise: Tom critiques the developers for receiving praise for fixing issues that should not have existed at launch, emphasizing that while improvements are appreciated, the initial state of the game was unacceptable.
Future of Battlefield: The host expresses hope that lessons learned from Battlefield 2042 will lead to a better next installment in the franchise, emphasizing the need for a strong launch.
Closing Thoughts: Tom concludes with a sense of ambivalence about the current state of Battlefield, expressing a desire for improvement while acknowledging the franchise's struggles.