Battlefield 6 Release: Launch Time, Secure Boot, PC Requirements & What You Need to Know
The wait’s almost over — Battlefield 6 officially launches October 10, 2025, worldwide. No early access, no regional delays — everyone drops in at the same time: 8 a.m. PT / 11 a.m. ET / 5 p.m. CET.
Before launch day, EA will roll out a required patch update. If your platform doesn’t auto-update, download it manually to avoid issues when the servers go live.
Secure Boot Is Now Mandatory on PC
If you’re playing on PC, take this seriously: Secure Boot must be enabled.
It’s required by EA’s Javelin Anti-Cheat, a new system built to stop cheats at the hardware level.
Here’s what you need to do:
- Press Windows + R, type msinfo32, and hit Enter.
- In “System Information,” check Secure Boot State.
- If it says Off, restart your PC and enable it in your BIOS/UEFI.
EA also recommends having these turned on:
- TPM 2.0 enabled
- HVCI and VBS capable
- Latest Windows 10 or 11 build
If Secure Boot isn’t active, Battlefield 6 simply won’t run. Some older boards may not support it, so double-check early.
Minimum Specs (1080p / 30 FPS – Low Settings)
- GPU: NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD RX 5600 XT / Intel Arc A380 (6 GB VRAM)
- CPU: Intel i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
- RAM: 16 GB (dual channel, 2133 MHz)
- Storage: 55 GB HDD
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- DirectX 12
- Recommended Specs (1440p / 60 FPS – High Settings or 1080p / 80 FPS+)
- GPU: RTX 3060 Ti / RX 6700 XT / Arc B580 (8 GB)
Ultra Specs (1440p / 144 FPS – Medium Settings or 4K / 60 FPS – Ultra Settings)
- GPU: RTX 4080 / RX 7900 XTX (16 GB)
- CPU: Intel i9-12900 / Ryzen 7 7800X3D
- RAM: 32 GB (4800 MHz)
- Storage: 90 GB SSD
Ultra++ Specs (4K / 144 FPS – High to Ultra Settings)
- GPU: NVIDIA RTX 5080 (16 GB)
- CPU: Intel Core 9 Ultra 285K / Ryzen 7 9800X3D
- RAM: 32 GB (4800 MHz)
- Storage: 90 GB SSD
- Upscaler: DLSS Super Resolution + Frame Generation
Tune Your Setup
EA admits no two PCs perform alike — there are hundreds of GPU/CPU combos.
Their advice:
- Use your GPU’s optimization tool (NVIDIA GeForce Experience / AMD Adrenalin).
- Update GPU drivers before launch.
- Tweak settings in-game until you find the balance that fits your rig.
Battlefield 101 – The Free Game Guide
Alongside the release, EA is relaunching Battlefield 101, a refreshed “Onboarding Hub” that drops on October 10 at EA.com/battlefield.
It’ll cover:
- Class breakdowns
- Portal walkthroughs
- Tips for new and returning players
Expect regular “SITREP” articles too — official deep dives into maps, modes, and features. The first SITREP will spotlight the new multiplayer mode, Escalation.
Pre-Order Rewards Still Available
You’ve got time to lock in bonuses before launch. Pre-ordering the Battlefield 6: Phantom Edition gets you:
- BF Pro Token
- Phantom Squad Soldier Skins
- Weapon Packages
- Deluxe XP Boosts
- The full game download
Both Phantom Edition and Standard Edition buyers also get the Tombstone Pack with extra cosmetics and XP boosts.
EA Play Pro subscribers on PC will have instant access to the Phantom Edition on release day.
Quick Checklist for Launch Day
- Enable Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 in BIOS.
- Download the required patch early.
- Update GPU drivers.
- Clear 90 GB space on SSD.
- Visit Battlefield 101 to learn the ropes.
- Jump in October 10 — everyone starts together.
Final Take
Battlefield 6 isn’t just another release — it’s EA’s biggest global drop yet.
With the new anti-cheat, optimized visuals, and tighter performance targets, the series looks ready to hit the ground running.
Make sure your system’s prepped, your Secure Boot’s on, and your squad’s ready — because on October 10, every player goes live at once.
- CPU: Intel i7-10700 / Ryzen 7 3700X
- RAM: 16 GB (3200 MHz)
- Storage: 90 GB SSD
- OS: Windows 11 64-bit
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