Season 5 Review & Season 6 Announcement
- Tom Belous (The Lanky Soldier)
- May 2
- 2 min read
Updated: May 7
Tom discusses his experiences with Battlefield 2042 Season 5 and the surprising announcement of Season 6. With his co-host Ray unavailable, Tom dives deep into the latest updates, gameplay mechanics, and community reactions, providing a comprehensive overview of the current state of the game. Featuring: Tom Belous (TheLankySoldier)
Episode 5: Battlefield 2042 Season 5 Review & Season 6 Announcement
Released on June 14, 2023
Length: 1 Hour
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QUOTES:
"I think it's the most beautiful map they ever made... it just makes it feel like "oh this is a proper Battlefield map"."
"I think they could make the map a bit little tiny bit bigger just for us to make those flanks."
"I hope I do hope there is season 7 and 8 and so on, because we need it."
"I think I just got used to Battlefield 2042 being so floaty, I don't even realize how other games do it."
HIGHLIGHTS:
Battlefield 2042 Season 5 Review:
Tom expresses his enjoyment of Season 5, despite it having the lowest content offering (two new weapons and a new map).
He appreciates quality-of-life improvements, such as updated squad management.
Criticism of the lack of a "kick" feature but notes it’s not a significant issue.
Positive feedback on camera improvements that enhance immersion and realism in character movement.
New Map - Reclaimed:
The new map is inspired by Zavod 311 from Battlefield 4 but is not a direct remake.
Tom appreciates the visual quality and detail of the new map, noting it feels alive and immersive.
He discusses the decision to limit player count to 64, which he believes enhances gameplay and map design.
Vehicle Limitations: Tom praises the decision to limit vehicles on the new map, which improves balance and gameplay dynamics.
Weapon Feedback: While he acknowledges the introduction of new weapons, Tom expresses indifference towards them, focusing instead on overall gameplay experience.
Future of Battlefield 2042:
Tom discusses the announcement of Season 6, expressing surprise and cautious optimism about continued support for the game.
He reflects on the need for ongoing support until the next Battlefield game is released, speculating on the timeline for future titles.
Community Sentiment: He notes a shift in community sentiment, with more players expressing positivity towards Battlefield 2042 and its updates.
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Note: Transcripts are not fully accurate, as they were not fixed for accent & grammar mistakes
