India, Oct. 28 -- Electronic Arts (EA) has made an unexpected move in the gaming world with the launch of RedSec, a new free-to-play battle royale mode under Battlefield 6. The reveal came suddenly through Battlefield's official X account, just a day before its scheduled launch, following a strategy often seen in surprise music or streaming drops. With this step, EA aims to directly challenge Activision's Call of Duty: Warzone, which has remained a major player in the genre since 2020.

RedSec is scheduled to go live on October 28, 2025, at 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET / 3 PM GMT. Unlike traditional expansions, this mode will be accessible to everyone, even those who do not own Battlefield 6, signaling EA's attempt to broaden its community reach. A...