Battlefield 6: Is Battlefield 2042 good right now? (September 2025)

Battlefield 2042 has come under the spotlight after the recent Battlefield 6 Open Beta left players mesmerized. BF2042 was the last title in EA's massive Battlefield franchise, and it left much to be desired. Fans were not completely satisfied with the road that it headed down. This begs the question: Is Battlefield 2042 good in September 2025? While there isn't a straightforward answer, it is safe to say that Battlefield 2042 is worth considering if players are willing to spend a few bucks.

This article will shed some light on the state of Battlefield 2042 and whether it is worth playing before Battlefield 6 arrives.

Note: This article is subjective and reflects the author's opinions.

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Is it worth playing Battlefield 2042 ahead of BF6?

As more and more fans get into Battlefield 2042 after the recent departure of BF6 Open Beta, players have been wondering whether they were sleeping on the previous entry in this franchise. While the answer is rather subjective as it depends on a particular player's point of view, the latest Steam Sale offering a discount of 95% on BF2042 makes for a compelling case.

Battlefield 2042 is worth trying in September 2025 (Image via Sportskeeda Gaming || EA)

Considering the ongoing 95% sale, it is totally worth buying and playing Battlefield 2042 ahead of Battlefield 6. This is because the modern setting, large-scale maps, vehicular combat, and more will help players stay familiar with common game mechanics that are expected to arrive with BF6.

A recent update introduced brand new weapons, as well as brought the Iwo Jima map from BFV. This gives enough reason for players to try out Battlefield 2042 in the weeks that remain between today and the BF6 release.

Battlefield 2042 is on sale right now (Image via Steam)

Furthermore, a few incentives are being offered by EA in the form of a free Road to Battlefield 6 Battlepass. It allows players to earn several cosmetics for BF6 by playing BF2042 each week and completing all the challenges.

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Why the Battlefield 2042 player count has spiked in September 2025

Up until June 2025, BF2042 had an average player count of four digits, with the peak staying well below ~10,000 players. However, the combination of BF6 Open Beta attracting a lot of attention and the ongoing 95% Steam Sale has made several BF6 enthusiasts get into BF2042.

Battlefield 2042 Steamcharts (Image via Steamcharts)

As of August 2025, the average player count spiked to 55,000+ players, with peaks hitting well above 105,000+. Apart from the beta and the Steam Sale, this player count was also severely boosted by the free Road to Battlefield 6 Battlepass, which compelled several players to grind cosmetics for the upcoming EA title.

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Battlefield 6 rewards that can be earned from the free BF2042 Battlepass

There are several cosmetics that players can earn from the free Road to Battlefield 6 Battlepass in the ensuing weeks. Let us go over a list of all the items and their tiers below:

Tier 8 - Battlefield 1 era

Player Card Background - Storm of Steel
Weapon Package - Western Front
Player Card Icon - In the Trenches
Player Card Title - Hellfighter

Tier 19 - Battlefield V era

Weapon Package - Muller
Player Card Background - Tides of War
Player Card Title - Good Soldier
Player Card Icon - Firestorm

Tier 30 - Battlefield Bad Company 2 era

Player Card Background - Heart of Darkness
Vehicle Skin - Aurora
Player Card Icon - Good times
Player Card Title - Power Surge

Road to Battlefield 6 battlepass rewards (Image via Sportskeeda Gaming || EA)

Tier 40 - Battlefield 3 era

Vehicle Skin - Blackburn
Player Card Background - World of Fire
Player Card Icon - Wake Island
Player Card Title - Misfit Actual

Tier 49 - Battlefield 4 era

Player Card Background - Maker of Peace
Soldier Skin - Commander
Soldier Patch - Don’t Look Back
Player Card Title - Valkyrie
Dog Tag - Blood in the Water
Player Card Icon - Megalodon
Player Card Background - Tombstone Enlisted

Tier 60 - Battlefield 2042 era

Soldier Skin - Sovereign Soldier
Soldier Patch - Burning Sky
Dog Tag - Blackout
Player Card Background - Test of Time
Player Card Icon - No-Pat
Player Card Background - Evolution
Player Card Title - Non-Patriated

The Road to Battlefield 6 Battlepass aims to bring something back from some of the most popular eras in this franchise. Titles like BF3, BF4, Bad Company 2, BF1, BFV, and of course BF2042, are showcased by the signature rewards that most players are after.

As we head closer to the release of Battlefield 6, the free Battlepass, exclusive rewards, and ongoing Steam sale make it a great way to sign off from BF2042 as we slowly step into the new era in one of EA's most popular franchises.

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About the author

Sankalpa is a gaming journalist at Sportskeeda who specializes in role-playing games (RPGs) and first-person shooters (FPS). A trained IT engineer, he switched his career to combine his passion for computer hardware and video games. Having done early build testing for Redstorm Entertainment, Sankalpa brings a wealth of insight into his role at Sportskeeda. He actively plays the games he is tasked to cover and then writes unbiased, thoughtful, and accurate features.

Delta Force 1 was the first title Sankalpa played, and it ignited in him a lifelong love for the FPS genre. Currently, he prefers to play multiplayer games on his PC. That said, he would love to explore the majestic landscapes of Far Cry 4's Kyrat in person if he ever finds himself in a Jumanji-type scenario.

Sankalpa follows the esports scene of Rainbow Six quite closely, with he himself playing with and against T2 and T3 teams in R6 tournaments at one point. He enjoys watching the tactics employed by professional players, especially Pengu, a former G2 member and 2x Winner of Rainbow 6 Siege invitationals.

In his spare time, Sankalpa can be found listening to lossless music or editing YouTube videos. He also loves binge-watching anime.

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