As the release of Battlefield 6 approaches, developer Ripple Effect Studio has begun sharing new information about what players can expect from the game’s multiplayer mode. One of the most discussed topics so far is how the studio plans to handle crossplay between platforms and the ongoing challenge of cheating, which has plagued many competitive shooters in recent years.
Crossplay From Day One
At launch, crossplay will be enabled by default. This means that players on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S will be able to seamlessly battle each other on the same servers. The move highlights Ripple Effect’s commitment to creating a large, unified community that reduces matchmaking times and ensures more dynamic, large-scale encounters across the franchise’s iconic massive maps.
Senior console combat designer Matthew Nickerson said the team hopes players will trust their anti-cheat measures.
However, the developers are also offering flexibility. Console players on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S will have the option to disable crossplay if they prefer to stick to their own ecosystem. Ripple Effect’s senior console combat designer, Matthew Nickerson, emphasized that this option is meant as a safeguard rather than a default choice.
“We want players to feel confident in our anti-cheat measures,” Nickerson explained. “Disabling crossplay should be seen as a last resort, not the norm. Our team is confident that the systems we have in place will allow people to enjoy battles without feeling overwhelmed by hackers.”
The Endless Battle Against Cheating
Cheating remains one of the biggest threats to any online multiplayer experience, and Battlefield—with its competitive nature and huge player base—is no exception. Ripple Effect’s CTO, Christian Buhl, was candid about the difficulty of eliminating cheaters entirely.
“It’s an endless game of cat and mouse,” Buhl said. “We can’t promise that there won’t be any cheaters, but we can assure you that we are being extremely aggressive, and we believe this is critical to the health of the game.”
The studio will rely on Javelin, its new anti-cheat technology, combined with Secure Boot, a system-level protection that prevents tampering with the game client. These tools are designed to detect, block, and ban malicious players as efficiently as possible. Still, Buhl acknowledged that some determined cheaters will inevitably find loopholes.
The goal, according to Ripple Effect, is to minimize their impact by swiftly identifying violations and removing offenders before they can disrupt matches on a large scale.
Battlefield 6 will use the Javelin anti-cheat and Secure Boot feature, but the studio understands that individual violators will still be able to slip through.
Building Player Confidence
The team at Ripple Effect is aware that trust is key. Players need to feel that the studio is both transparent and proactive in protecting the integrity of the game. This is particularly important given that Battlefield 6 is expected to be one of the largest and most competitive entries in the series to date, with sprawling maps, advanced destruction systems, and intense combined-arms combat.
By openly discussing the challenges of crossplay and cheating before launch, the developers are aiming to reassure the community that they are prepared for the obstacles ahead. The ability for console players to toggle crossplay off also demonstrates a willingness to give players more control over their experience.
Release Date and What’s Next
Battlefield 6 is scheduled to launch on October 10, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Ripple Effect has promised that more details about the single-player campaign will be revealed during the upcoming Tokyo Game Show, giving fans a broader look at the full scope of the game.
For now, the focus remains on ensuring that multiplayer—arguably the heart of the Battlefield franchise—strikes the right balance between accessibility, fairness, and intensity. With aggressive anti-cheat systems, optional crossplay controls, and a transparent communication strategy, Ripple Effect is signaling that it’s ready to support Battlefield 6 well beyond launch day.
