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Seasoned Hotshot

11 days ago

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Bring Back Gauntlet! - Battlefield 6 Community Feedback Thread

Hello Battlefield community! Since the removal of Gauntlet from Battlefield 6 / REDSEC, I've noticed several discussions from players expressing their disappointment, asking for the mode to return, ...

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EA_LunardustCat
4 days ago
Hey folks,

Sharing the developer’s comments from the recent Discord Live Q&A about Gauntlet, in case you weren’t able to join the session.

Question: Do you have any plans to bring back Gauntlet?
Answer: Gauntlet is still available as a verified Portal mode for players to create their own modified version (or play the original unmodified mode). We plan to try to increase the visibility of these modes to make sure that Gauntlet fans can find populated servers.

Question: Why was Gauntlet removed instead of being developed into a ranked mode? It was one of the best modes for testing real squad coordination, communication, teamwork and tactical skills. Unlike other modes, Gauntlet rewarded teams that truly worked together. Why not bring it back as a permanent ranked mode? It has huge competitive potential and deserves a second chance. What was the real reason for removing it?
Answer: We've enjoyed seeing players jump into Gauntlet and compete through its unique round-based experience since REDSEC launched. We’re proud of what the team created with Gauntlet and the different kinds of competitive experience it brought to Battlefield.
At the same time, we want to be transparent that Gauntlet currently represents a much smaller portion of REDSEC play, which can make it increasingly difficult to consistently find and fill matches, particularly in smaller regions or in regions with a smaller Gauntlet population.

Ref: Community Update - More to Season 5

Prince_Mezz8

Seasoned Newcomer

9 days ago

Removing Gauntlet from Battlefield 6 is a huge loss because it strips the game of a vital training and skill-building component that benefits both new and veteran players. Gauntlet provided a dedicated space where players could practise movement, gunplay, vehicle handling, and tactical decision-making without the pressure of live combat. It was a proving ground that allowed for experimentation with weapons and gadgets, helping players understand the mechanics of the game more deeply.

Without Gauntlet, the learning curve for newcomers becomes much steeper. Instead of gradually gaining confidence, players are thrown directly into live matches where they may struggle to keep up, becoming frustrated and disengaged. For veterans, Gauntlet offered a sandbox-like environment to refine advanced strategies, test loadouts, and sharpen reflexes, which in turn kept the community competitive and evolving.

Beyond just training, Gauntlet also fostered creativity. Players could set personal challenges, speedrun obstacle courses, or collaborate with friends to master coordinated tactics. Its removal diminishes the sense of mastery and progression that made Battlefield feel rewarding beyond traditional matches, and could ultimately harm the longevity of the player base.

Even though it wasn’t a ranked game mode, it kept player coming back for more. What EA could have done is introduce new maps for gauntlet to keep it fresh and attract more players and retain the players that they already have.

With the removal of gauntlet I have started looking for alternatives FPS’s that could offer a similar experience of a tournament based game mode where teams go face to face to reach the final and eventually win.

im not saying the gauntlet was perfect but it was the only game mode that kept me logging in on a daily basis, now that is gone I’m slowly becoming more hesitant to boot up BF6 and already downloading other FPS games.