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Daily Mirror
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Battlefield 6 multiplayer reveal countdown and when you can see the start of the shooter's new era
Battlefield 6 is set to be the latest entry in the franchise – and we don't have long to wait until we get our first look at the game Battlefield 6 is soon to unveil its multiplayer mode gameplay, reigniting excitement for a franchise that has been relatively dormant for several years. The Battlefield series has finally given fans a glimpse of its latest installment, offering a fresh look at the new shooter set to rival Call of Duty once more. With dwindling faith in the current leading shooter franchise, we haven't seen Battlefield vie for the top spot since Battlefield 3 and 4. Following the debacle of Battlefield 2042, there's a palpable need for a new game to take the helm and demonstrate what a next-gen shooter should truly embody. Now, with the release of the Battlefield 6 teaser trailer, it appears that players are once again buzzing about the franchise, although whether this enthusiasm is misplaced remains to be seen. Despite Battlefield's fluctuating status in the broader gaming landscape, often falling short of Call of Duty's consistency, this could be an opportunity for the franchise to shift gears. The impending gameplay reveal of Battlefield 6 might herald a new epoch for shooters on a grand scale. This would certainly be a refreshing change for fans of more realistic shooters, especially after Fortnite surged ahead with its Blitz Royale Mega City Reborn update and forthcoming Super Showdown live event. But when exactly can we anticipate the first glimpse of actual gameplay for the title? Here's your Battlefield 6 multiplayer reveal countdown. Introducing All Out Gaming Introducing All Out Gaming, a dedicated gaming brand providing the best gaming news, reviews, previews, interviews and more! Make sure you don't miss out on our latest high-quality videos on YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook, where we'll be posting our latest reviews, previews, interviews, and live streams! You can also subscribe to our free All Out Gaming newsletter service. Click here to be sent all the day's biggest stories. Battlefield 6 multiplayer reveal countdown The countdown to the Battlefield 6 multiplayer reveal is now underway, with the stream set to start at 11.30am PDT / 2.30pm EDT / 7.30pm BST on Thursday, July 31. This information has been disclosed by the live stream that is currently active on YouTube, and is poised to give us our first look at gameplay. It's a thrilling time for shooter fans, particularly as we're on the cusp of Black Ops 6 Season 5 and a brand new title just a bit further down the line. It's safe to say that we're going to be quite occupied over the next few years.
Hindustan Times
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Battlefield 6 trailer set to release today, check release date and what to expect
Electronic Arts is all set to unveil the highly anticipated video game, Battlefield 6, with an official trailer scheduled to premiere today. The first trailer will debut on the official Battlefield YouTube channel at 8:30 PM IST. It will give us the first major official glimpse of the game after months of speculation and leaked gameplay footage. The video description promises fans to 'Prepare for the ultimate all-out warfare experience in Battlefield 6.' The Battlefield 6 trailer premiere today promises epic battles and a modern warfare comeback.(Battlefield/YouTube) What to expect from Battlefield 6 Based on extensive play-testing and leaked footage of the game, Battlefield 6 represents a return to the franchise's roots. The game will feature a modern-warfare setting just like our beloved titles Battlefield 3 and Battlefield 4. According to the details in the trailer's artwork, we can expect the return of the classic class system, including Assault, Engineer, Support, and Recon, each equipped with signature weapons, traits, and gadgets that provide special benefits in-game. The game also promises enhanced destruction mechanics and large-scale multiplayer combat that the series is known for. Players will be able to choose between class-locked weapons or open loadout options, allowing both veterans and newcomers to enjoy the game with added customisation. Unlike Battlefield 2042, Battlefield 6 will feature a single-player campaign as well. Battlefield 6 availability and release timeline According to some reports, Battlefield 6 is targeting October 2025 for releasing the game on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles. The game will be available in Standard and Phantom editions, with pre-orders starting later this month. An open beta is confirmed and may launch in August 2025. This speculation is based on EA App API data that shows build publication dates. This beta will give players substantial time to experience the game's development and offer feedback to EA for further improvements in the game.
The National
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Controversial game simulating US–Iran War sees 250% spike in activity
Battlefield 3, a video game that simulates a fictional war between the United States and Iran, was steeply discounted this week, even as real-world tension rises between the two countries. The game, developed by DICE studios and published by Electronic Arts, was originally released in 2011. It went on sale for 95 per cent off globally last Thursday, with the discount running for one week via the popular digital storefront Steam. While the game has often gone on discount since its release, the timing of the latest sale has raised eyebrows in the gaming community, with fans questioning the move. 'They saw an opportunity to make some money,' said one X user, with another adding: 'Life imitates art.' According to the independent database SteamDB, player counts have risen nearly 250 per cent since the day before the sale. In the game, Iran is presented as a country hijacked by extremists, leading to a US military invasion, with key sequences depicting combat across the country. The game garnered controversy upon release, with Iran banning its sale and strictly cracking down on the distribution of pirated copies. Iranian gamers also protested the release of the game, calling for an apology from its developers. There is no indication that the current discount was deliberately timed to current events, as the publisher is offering summer discounts on many of its library titles. 'It's probably a coincidence and not nefarious,' added another X user. The National has reached out to game publisher Electronic Arts for comment. The combat simulator Call of Duty series, published by Activision Blizzard, garnered controversy for its depiction of conflict in real-world countries. In 2019, the first Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, which imagined a conflict between the US and Russia received sizeable backlash for what users called 'anti-Russian propaganda'. The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare sequels have since avoided depicting real-world countries as a stage for war, instead setting conflicts in fictional destinations such as Urzikstan. This is not the first time that a video game has seen a spike in popularity in the wake of real-world happenings. In early 2020 in the early days of Covid-19, the pandemic-themed game Plague Inc shot to the top of the Apple App Store across the world, prompting China, one of the game's settings, to declare the release 'illegal' in February of that year. Ndemic Creations, the developers of the strategy simulation game in which players evolve a deadly pathogen to infect and eliminate the human population, issued a public statement urging people not to use the game as a source of real-world medical information. The firm later donated $250,000 to the World Health Organisation and the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations towards relief efforts.
The National
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Controversial game simulating US–Iran War sees 95% price cut as real-world tension rises
Battlefield 3, a video game that simulates a fictional war between the United States and Iran, has been steeply discounted, even as real-world tension rises between the two countries. The game, developed by DICE studios and published by Electronic Arts, was originally released in 2011. It went on sale for 95 per cent off globally on Thursday via the popular digital storefront Steam. While the game has often gone on discount since its release, the timing of the latest sale has raised eyebrows in the gaming community, with fans questioning the move. 'They saw an opportunity to make some money,' said one X user, with another adding: 'Life imitates art.' According to the independent database SteamDB, player counts have risen nearly 250 per cent since the day before the sale. In the game, Iran is presented as a country hijacked by extremists, leading to a US military invasion, with key sequences depicting combat across the country. The game garnered controversy upon release, with Iran banning its sale and strictly cracking down on the distribution of pirated copies. Iranian gamers also protested the release of the game, calling for an apology from its developers. There is no indication that the current discount was deliberately timed to current events, as the publisher is offering summer discounts on many of its library titles. 'It's probably a coincidence and not nefarious,' added another X user. The National has reached out to game publisher Electronic Arts for comment. The combat simulator Call of Duty series, published by Activision Blizzard, garnered controversy for its depiction of conflict in real-world countries. In 2019, the first Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, which imagined a conflict between the US and Russia received sizeable backlash for what users called 'anti-Russian propaganda'. The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare sequels have since avoided depicting Iran as a stage for war, instead setting conflicts in fictional countries such as Urzikstan. This is not the first time that a video game has seen a spike in popularity in the wake of real-world happenings. In early 2020 in the early days of Covid-19, the pandemic-themed game Plague Inc shot to the top of the Apple App Store across the world, prompting China, one of the game's settings, to declare the release 'illegal' in February of that year. Ndemic Creations, the developers of the strategy simulation game in which players evolve a deadly pathogen to infect and eliminate the human population, issued a public statement urging people not to use the game as a source of real-world medical information. The firm later donated $250,000 to the World Health Organisation and the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations towards relief efforts.
Arab Times
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Arab Times
Fake War: How Social Media Is Fueling The India-Pakistan Crisis
KUWAIT CITY, May 9: As fresh military tensions unfold between India and Pakistan following cross-border strikes in Kashmir, a parallel crisis has erupted online — the unchecked spread of misinformation, doctored videos, and jingoistic propaganda. Since the Indian airstrikes on 6 May, social media platforms have been flooded with dramatic but false visuals claiming to show fighter jets being shot down, military bases in flames, and retaliatory attacks. BBC Verify and independent fact-checkers have debunked dozens of such clips, many of which turned out to be either recycled footage or fabricated content. Among the most striking examples was a video that amassed over 3 million views, allegedly showing Pakistan's military hitting an Indian army base. It was a video of Israeli airstrikes on Gaza from 2023. Another clip claiming to show Pakistani retaliation turned out to be footage of the 2020 Beirut blast. Images of past Indian Air Force crashes from 2021 and 2024 were passed off as new footage. Photos taken from the video game Battlefield 3 were used to depict drone strikes. Even mainstream media in both countries have failed to adequately verify what they broadcast or report, heightening public confusion. In the fog of war, digital propaganda is not a side story — it is shaping perception, policy, and public sentiment. With the truth under siege, media literacy and fact-based journalism are more urgent than ever. False Narratives from Pakistan One of the most widely circulated pieces of disinformation emerged from Pakistan, where several prominent news portals and social media influencers shared visuals claiming that Indian Sukhoi fighter jets had been shot down over Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. However, India's Press Information Bureau (PIB) promptly debunked the claim, noting that the images being used were actually from a 2014 crash in Maharashtra, unrelated to the current conflict. Similarly, Pakistani media outlets have carried reports alleging heavy civilian casualties from Indian airstrikes. Indian officials, however, have categorically denied targeting civilian areas, asserting that the strikes were aimed exclusively at militant infrastructure. Exaggerations and False Alarms in Indian Media Indian mainstream media, too, have contributed to the fog of misinformation. News reports and viral social media posts suggested that Pakistan had launched coordinated drone and missile attacks on Indian border cities such as Jammu and Pathankot. While air-raid sirens and temporary lockdowns did occur in some northern regions, Pakistan has denied initiating any such strikes, accusing New Delhi of inflating the threat for strategic gain. In another instance, Indian media reported that Indian forces had neutralized Pakistan's air defense systems near Lahore — a claim promptly denied by Islamabad, which insisted that its defenses remain intact and operational. Amid the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following the events of May 6, 2025, a surge of misinformation has permeated social media platforms, complicating the public's understanding of the conflict. In response, Alt News, an Indian fact-checking organization, has intensified its efforts to debunk false narratives and provide accurate information to the public. Alt News has identified and debunked numerous instances of recycled and misleading content circulating online from both countries and even identified fake social media accounts that are promoting disinformation. Public Confusion and Official Denials The misinformation hasn't been limited to military claims. Viral WhatsApp forwards and online posts warned of an impending ATM shutdown across India for '2-3 days,' allegedly in response to wartime logistics. The Indian government quickly stepped in to dismiss the claim as baseless, urging the public not to fall for fear-mongering and assuring that banking operations were functioning normally. Both New Delhi and Islamabad have since issued advisories urging the public to rely on official channels for updates and to refrain from sharing unverified content. A Growing Digital Battlefield Analysts warn that this surge in misinformation not only exacerbates public panic but also makes crisis management more difficult for both governments. 'What we are seeing is a classic case of information warfare,' said a senior cybersecurity analyst at Delhi's Observer Research Foundation. 'It's designed to sow confusion, provoke emotional reactions, and shape perceptions before facts can emerge.'
