Battlefield 6: Outbreak Protocol
Executive Summary
Outbreak Protocol introduces a groundbreaking narrative experience to Battlefield 6, blending tactical shooter mechanics with open-world survival horror. Players begin as elite soldiers stationed at a remote military base when a mysterious outbreak erupts. From that moment, the world spirals into chaos. The mission: survive, rescue civilians, and reclaim territory from the undead. This mode offers persistent progression, emotional storytelling, and dynamic world evolution—setting a new benchmark for immersive gameplay in the Battlefield franchise.
Core Features
🌍 World Design
Massive Open Map: Comparable in scale to GTA V, featuring diverse biomes—urban centers, rural zones, military installations, and underground bunkers
Live Infection Ticker: A real-time infection system tracks the spread of the outbreak globally, even while players are offline
Persistent World: The game world evolves continuously; safe zones can fall, new threats emerge, and player actions shape global survival odds
🎮 Gameplay Loop
Ground Zero: Begin on patrol at a military base when the outbreak hits—chaos, betrayal, and survival ensue
Evacuation & Rescue: Navigate from Point A to Point B across hostile terrain, saving civilians and escorting them to safe zones
Checkpoints & Fortifications: Establish forward operating bases, reinforce defenses, and hold back the growing horde
Squad-Based Tactics: 1–4 player co-op with specialized roles (Medic, Engineer, Scout, Heavy) and synergy-based gear
Evolving Threats: The undead mutate over time—players must adapt tactics, gear, and strategy to survive
🧠 Innovation Highlights
Offline Progression: Infection spreads even when players are offline; return to find new threats or lost territory
Narrative Depth: Branching storylines based on player choices—morality, sacrifice, and survival
Environmental Warfare: Use terrain, weather, and destructible environments to gain tactical advantage
Citizen AI: Civilians have personalities, needs, and can be trained to assist in defense or logistics
Why It Works
Adds emotional weight and narrative depth to Battlefield’s explosive gameplay
Appeals to both solo players and co-op squads
Creates a living world that feels urgent, reactive, and deeply immersive
Bridges the gap between traditional FPS and survival horror with Battlefield’s signature realism
