Battlefield 6 Targeting 120 FPS On PS5 Pro Amid Leaks & Behind-the-Scenes Drama

The next Battlefield game appears to be one of the most advanced in the series' long history. The newest game in EA's popular shooter series is set to come out no later than March 2026, and it's already getting a lot of attention—and not just for its size or gameplay features. This time, it's garnering a lot of attention for its supposed performance on the PlayStation 5 Pro.

New playtest data from MP1st, a reliable source in the gaming industry, shows that Battlefield 6 is hitting frame rates as high as 120 FPS during standard infantry combat. Even during high-intensity scenes with explosions, environmental destruction, and large-scale battles, the average frame rate stays between 100 and 110 FPS. This is a huge step forward for console games, especially since most current-generation console shooters can only handle 60 frames per second.

These numbers are reportedly sourced from Battlefield Labs, EA's in-house testing team, which creates new builds of their games that function in real-life player scenarios. A playtester familiar with internal performance reviews shared the information, which indicates that EA and developer Ripple Effect Studios are pushing the PS5 Pro to its limits. Reports indicate that the game is optimized to leverage the faster GPU and memory bandwidth of Sony's planned mid-cycle refresh. This has not been officially confirmed.

Although it hasn't been released yet, the PS5 Pro is rumored to feature 30% faster rendering and AI-accelerated upscaling, resulting in smoother graphics, faster load times, and, most importantly, higher and more reliable frame rates. Battlefield has always tried to be very big, with fights for 128 players, huge maps, and environments that can be destroyed in any way. However, this has often made the game less stable on consoles. It is clear that these new goals aim to get rid of those trade-offs for good.

The next Battlefield game is reportedly very different from its predecessors, both in terms of its visual appearance and gameplay. Early rumors from the developers suggest that the campaign is drawing inspiration from a wide range of sources including the American Civil War, the existential horror of Dead Space and current events related to global conflicts. This mix of historical tension, scary visuals and grounded military reality could mark the start of a bold new era in the franchise's story.

The exact campaign details are still a secret, but the developers are said to have been playing around with nonlinear storytelling, morally ambiguous choices, and psychological horror elements reminiscent of EA's Dead Space series. If done right, this mix of intense action and a creepy story could make for one of the most memorable single-player experiences in the Battlefield series, which is usually known for its multiplayer innovations rather than its campaigns.

When it comes to online, everyone has very high hopes. Previous Battlefield games have always focused on large-scale battles; however, newer games like Battlefield 2042 were criticized for having a jumbled design, unclear objectives, and lacking features when they were first released. Reports say that EA wants to avoid another launch disaster like that one. This time, Ripple Effect Studios, which used to be DICE LA, is in charge. They are working closely with Criterion Games and DICE Stockholm to ensure that stability, player feedback, and post-release support are built into the entire process from the start.

Still, not all news is good. Behind the scenes, worries about how the project is being managed have been growing. There have been rumors of internal conflict on many game forums and social media sites, but EA has not confirmed them. Reports say that creative direction is changing and that studio leads are disagreeing about the tone and scope of the campaign. Even though these claims are still just guesses, they can't be completely thrown out because even the biggest AAA games have been delayed or reworked in the past.

Even so, EA has kept up an optimistic front. During a recent earnings call, the developer stated that work on the next Battlefield game is progressing well and is expected to be released before the end of the fiscal year, which concludes on March 31, 2026. This places the game squarely within the timeframe for possible early access or test releases at Summer Game Fest 2025, when more specific information may be revealed.

More generally, the PS5 Pro's improved speed could mark the beginning of a new era for competitive console shooters. PC gamers have long had frame rates of up to 120 or even 144 FPS, but console gamers have usually only been able to get 60 FPS, especially in games with a lot of graphics. Battlefield 6 could set a new technical standard for console gaming by achieving and keeping higher frame rates even during graphically intensive gameplay. This would bring console performance more in line with mid-range PC setups.

A steady 120 FPS on PS5 Pro is also worth more than just bragging rights. Higher frame rates in competitive shooters mean less input delay, smoother animations, and a more responsive feel. These are all benefits that are especially important when playing online with others. This could make all the difference for mobile players who have been behind PC players in the past.

If the game lives up to these early hopes, it won't just be a win for Battlefield fans—it could be the start of a bigger change in how next-gen games are made, tuned, and played on consoles. The PS5 Pro from Sony is coming out within the next year, and Battlefield is being marketed by EA as a technical masterpiece. All of these factors are coming together to create a moment that could define this generation of consoles.

It remains to be seen if Battlefield 6 lives up to the performance leaks and artistic goals. However, the early signs are good. After the mixed reviews of its last game, Battlefield could become the most popular first-person shooter series again with a visually stunning and thematically bold story and ultra-smooth multiplayer running at 120 frames per second.

The battleground is almost ready, and it might be faster, more intense, and more open than ever before. While everyone waits for official gameplay leaks, one thing is for sure: the next part is being built for power, speed, and chaos. The standard has been raised.