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Battlefield 6 is getting a Top Gun crossover subsequent month.
In a press presentation, EA confirmed that Battlefield 6 will welcome a particular Top Gun-themed occasion in August. The celebration will characteristic “autos, characters, and modes impressed by the franchise.” It is unclear if which means we’ll be getting skins for characters like Maverick, Goose, or Hangman, however do not maintain your breath; Tom Cruise has famously averted licensing his likeness for video video games and merchandising. Cruise reportedly even struck down a Funko Pop primarily based on his character from The Mummy forward of its launch.
That mentioned, it is attainable there might be skins that make the most of the costumes and iconography of the Top Gun universe, equivalent to Maverick’s jacket, his helmet, or a fighter pilot swimsuit, as an illustration. However, there’s greater than cosmetics for this occasion: it is going to additionally usher in two naval/aerial-centric modes, with Season 4 introducing Provider Strike, a spin on the traditional Provider Assault mode, which can encourage gamers to use aerial autos to assault and defend the plane carriers.
There can even be a brand new mode obtainable via Gauntlet often called Fighter Sweep, which is a jets-only affair. A brand new two-person jet is being added in Season 4, permitting you to take a wingman with you to the sky in true Top Gun style to dogfight different pilots collectively.
The staff will share extra particulars on this crossover nearer to its debut in August, but it surely’s thrilling information for anybody who enjoys Battlefield and Top Gun. Season 4 is scheduled to kick off subsequent week and can focus on naval fight. The season will characteristic two new maps, together with a reimagining of Wake Island in August. It is anticipated to be the largest map in Battlefield 6, which ought to please those that really feel earlier maps have not had the scope and scale they need from the franchise.
We lately sat down with Ariel Giovannetti, Seasonal and Aggressive Inventive Lead on Battlefield 6, for an unique interview in regards to the state of the sport and plans for the longer term. It is price a learn if you would like an thought of how the staff develops its seasonal content material, implements suggestions, and what they’re planning for the longer term.
Cade Onder is a freelancer for IGN’s information staff. He covers all issues leisure, together with gaming, movie, and extra. You will discover him on Twitter @Cade_Onder.