Summary
- Update 8.0.0 for Battlefield 2042 focuses on restoring the main theme in the game's menus.
- Players can expect increased sensitivity for XFAD-4 Draugr aircraft in this update, enhancing consistency with other jets in the game.
- Despite Season 7 being the last, ongoing support for Battlefield 2042 will continue with new content, events, and rewards through 2024.
Developer DICE has released the patch notes for Battlefield 2042 Update 8.0.0, detailing the latest changes. As Battlefield 2042 transitions away from Season 7 visuals, the primary focus of this update is to restore the main theme within the game's menus.
Released in November 2021, Battlefield 2042 had a rocky launch due to technical issues and a perceived lack of content. However, the game, set in a near-future world plagued by climate change, has since made significant changes in order to revert the situation. Battlefield 2042 features large-scale battles with up to 128 players on PC and next-gen consoles, emphasizing dynamic environments and customizable loadouts. Its multiplayer-focused gameplay, including modes like Conquest and Hazard Zone, has garnered a dedicated player base despite the absence of a single-player campaign. After nearly three years since its release, the game's final season has concluded.
The update, deployed on July 23, marks a return to the main Battlefield 2042 theme in the game's menus. This change is part of the gradual shift away from Battlefield 2042's Season 7 visuals. The developer advised players to restart their game to fully benefit from the new changes, though there will be no specific downtime for this update. Additionally, there is also an adjustment in this update involving increasing first-person perspective free look sensitivity for the XFAD-4 Draugr aircraft. This change is aimed at bringing its sensitivity in line with other comparable aircraft in the game, ensuring a more consistent experience for players.
Despite the announcement that Battlefield 2042 Season 7 was the final season, DICE has committed to providing ongoing support. Battlefield 2042's support will extend beyond its final season with a range of new content, events, and rewards throughout 2024. DICE has announced several upcoming activities, including the return of the popular Leviathan Rising event and a new Halloween-themed event. Additionally, Battlefield 2042 is introducing Vault Drops that will offer “multi-week moments” where players can unlock Portal content in All-Out Warfare mode, further enhancing the gameplay experience.
As Season 7 comes to an end, resources are being redirected to the next Battlefield entry. The upcoming game, developed by DICE, Criterion, Ripple Effect, and Motive, will focus on a connected multiplayer and single-player experience, continuing the live service model seen in Battlefield 2042. As the game moves beyond its final season, DICE's ongoing support and commitment to player engagement could ensure Battlefield 2042's legacy continues.
Battlefield 2042 Update 8.0.0 Patch Notes
- The primary focus of this update is to return Battlefield 2042 to its main theme within the game's menus as we transition away from Season 7 visuals.
Additional Changes:
- Increased first-person perspective free look sensitivity of XFAD-4 Draugr to be consistent with other comparable aircraft (Jets).
Battlefield 2042
- Released
- November 19, 2021
WHERE TO PLAY
Battlefield 2042 is a first-person shooter that marks the return to the iconic all-out warfare of the franchise. With the help of a cutting-edge arsenal, engage in intense, immersive multiplayer battles.
Lead your team to victory in both large all-out warfare and close-quarters combat on maps from the world of 2042 and classic Battlefield titles. Find your playstyle in class-based gameplay and take on several experiences comprising elevated versions of Conquest and Breakthrough. Explore Battlefield Portal, a platform where players can discover, create, and share unexpected battles from Battlefield's past and present.
This game includes optional in-game purchases of virtual currency that can be used to acquire virtual in-game items.
- Developer(s)
- DICE, Criterion Games, Ripple Effect
- Publisher(s)
- Electronic Arts
- Franchise
- Battlefield
- Platform(s)
- PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X
- Genre(s)
- First-Person Shooter
