Layoffs have hit the teams working on Battlefield 6, even though it ended up being the top-selling game of 2025, according to MP1st. EA claims, as reported by Windows Central, that these cuts will ultimately benefit the game.
These layoffs add Battlefield’s development teams to a broader round of job cuts. However, sources haven’t provided a headcount, the specific studios affected, or the roles that were eliminated. We won’t speculate on those numbers, but we’ll update this article once EA or the studios release more details.
The timing is curious. Typically, a game that leads sales for an entire year would indicate stable staffing. Sales data from sources like The Alinea Insight newsletter showcases how competitive the top of the charts is. Yet, it also reveals that success no longer protects a team from layoffs.
EA’s narrative, summarized by Windows Central, suggests that the restructuring will help the shooter. Still, the company hasn’t clarified how having fewer developers will enhance or expedite content delivery. We’ll see how this plays out with the upcoming live-service schedule.
This schedule has already faced criticism. Recent reports from Explosion.com covered EA reversing a Season 5 XP change after players voiced their concerns. They also agreed to correct a “Secuty” typo in a cosmetic. A Dead Space crossover event recently launched, and now a smaller team will need to keep up with the pace of updates, events, and fixes.
| 2025 sales ranking | #1 best-selling game (per MP1st) |
| Layoffs reported | Battlefield 6 development teams affected |
| EA’s stated position | Cuts are good for the game (per Windows Central) |
| Recent live-service reversal | Season 5 XP change rolled back after backlash |
Community Pulse: We don’t have any verified player reactions to the layoffs yet. The Steam sentiment data connected to this story doesn’t align with Battlefield 6, so we’re not quoting it. However, the response to the Season 5 XP reversal showed that this community reacts quickly and loudly to changes in the live game. Expect similar scrutiny if there’s any drop in update quality.
What To Watch
- Official numbers: Keep an eye out for EA or the affected studios to confirm headcounts, locations, and which teams lost staff.
- Season cadence: Monitor whether upcoming seasons launch on time and if bug-fix turnaround remains effective after the layoffs.
- EA’s explanation: Look for specific details on how the restructuring improves the game, beyond the vague assertion that it will.
Alex Mercer
Alex Mercer is the Gaming News Editor at Explosion.com with over 8 years of experience covering the gaming industry. He previously wrote for several gaming publications and has attended E3, Gamescom, and The Game Awards as press. Alex specializes in breaking news coverage, studio analysis, and tracking industry trends. When not writing, he's grinding ranked matches in Valorant or exploring the latest RPG releases.
