EA has reportedly laid off staff across its Battlefield studios despite the record-breaking launch of Battlefield 6 last year, which sold 7 million copies in just three days. The layoffs, affecting Criterion, Dice, Ripple Effect, and Motive Studios, are said to be part of a "realignment" within the company. Following an impressive release, Battlefield 6 has struggled with daily player counts and has faced community criticism regarding in-game features such as skins and the new gas mask functionality. Players also had mixed reactions to the battle royale mode, RedSec. EA has yet to comment on the layoffs.

Why did EA lay off staff after a successful Battlefield 6 launch?

EA's layoffs seem to be part of an organizational realignment despite the initial success of Battlefield 6, which has seen a decrease in daily player counts and community backlash regarding certain gameplay elements.

Battlefield 6, a highly anticipated first-person shooter, marked a notable return for the franchise following the less well-received Battlefield 2042. Launched in October 2025, it quickly gained traction on platforms like Steam, where it peaked at an impressive 747,440 concurrent players. However, maintaining that momentum has proven challenging for EA, raising questions about the game's long-term viability and support.