Summary
- Whenever the next Battlefield does launch, it appears that Battlefield Premium will also make its return.
- Information uncovered by dataminers suggests that the subscription will be called Battlefield Pro, and it’ll include multiple benefits, including the ability to host servers.
- Historically, Battlefield Premium was a one-time purchase, though it appears this version will be some type of reocurring bill.
As it currently stands, not a whole lot is known about EA‘s upcoming return to its Battlefield first-person shooter franchise. We do know the game will have a campaign, and it’s being developed by Criterion, effectively putting the Need for Speed franchise on ice.
We also know the game will release before April 2026, and that players are actively engaging with the game via playtests, all in an effort to avoid another disastrous launch. Beyond that, though, details are rather mum at the moment.
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That said, it appears that when Battlefield does return, it’ll be bringing back a once-forgotten element — Battlefield Premium, or at least some version of it.
Battlefield Premium Is A Key Part Of The Franchise
As spotted by Insider Gaming, and as originally reported by Mp1st, it appears that EA is actively working on reviving Battlefield Premium. That information comes from an apparent datamine, suggesting that the new subscription will be called Battlefield Pro.
Among the benefits of the subscription include instant unlocks, the ability to host a persistent server and tier skips. According to the report, these will be the benefits:
- Includes Battle Pass: Get all the perks and rewards from the Battle Pass in addition to extra exclusive content
- 6 Exclusive Instant Unlocks: Instantly access these BF Pro exclusive cosmetics
- +10% Battle Pass XP
- Portal: Host a Persistent Server
- 20 Tier Skips Included: Advance faster on the Battle Pass path to race to the final reward!
- Exclusive Bonus Path: Gain access to this exclusive Bonus Path for additional exclusive content. Bonus Path will be released later this season.
- BF Pro Challenges: Access to the BF Pro Challenges vault – Unlock exclusive cosmetics from this season’s new BF Pro Challenges. Includes access to previous season(s) BF Pro challenges. Listen to the Pro Radio Station
Perhaps most noteworthy is the fact that it’ll include the ability to host a private server, something that hardcore fans will no doubt be interested in. As to what the “Pro Radio Station” is remains to be seen. The rest of the reported benefits are largely similar to other existing subscriptions.
Mp1st notes that it’ll be similar to Fortnite Crew or Rainbow Six Siege’s membership, which should give fans a better idea of what to expect when it comes to cost. Fortnite’s version is a reocurring $11.99 a month subscription, while Rainbow Six offers a one-month sub for $9.99 or a 12-month sub for $79.99.
Historically speaking, Battlefield Premium was a one-time charge, making the prospect of a monthly or yearly fee a bit harder to swallow for longtime fans. Granted, if it’s the only way to have private servers, fans will have to get used to it. Only time will tell whether this comes to pass, but given the landscape of other games in its genre, it’s hard to imagine this being a fake.
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