{"id":1495640,"date":"2021-11-19T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-19T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/?p=161915"},"modified":"2021-11-19T09:00:00","modified_gmt":"2021-11-19T14:00:00","slug":"battlefield-2042-available-now-for-xbox-one-and-xbox-series-xs","status":"publish","type":"station","link":"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/plato-data\/battlefield-2042-available-now-for-xbox-one-and-xbox-series-xs\/","title":{"rendered":"Battlefield 2042 Available Now for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/battlefield-2042-available-now-for-xbox-one-and-xbox-series-xs.jpg\" class=\"ff-og-image-inserted\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-main entry-main--post entry-main--post-no-sidebar\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-xbox-summary\">\n<h3>Summary<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Enter a world on the brink in the epic multiplayer game <a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/battlefield-2042\"><strong><em>Battlefield 2042<\/em><\/strong><\/a><em>,<\/em> available today for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.<\/li>\n<li>Experience three dynamic gameplay modes \u2013 All-Out Warfare, Hazard Zone, and Portal \u2013 each delivering visceral and iconic Battlefield experience the series is known for.<\/li>\n<li>Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members with EA Play can play a 10-hour trial as part of their membership.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>Let\u2019s squad up, solider! <a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/battlefield-2042\"><strong><em>Battlefield 2042<\/em><\/strong><\/a> is now available worldwide on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, bringing you to a near-future where a world is on the brink of chaos. Food shortages, energy scarcity, and polluted water are commonplace as nations begin to collapse fighting over these vital resources, all the while the United States and Russia continue a global conflict impacting everyone in their wake. This is the backdrop for you, solider, as you step into the shoes of \u201cThe Non-Patriated\u201d (a.k.a. \u201cNo-Pats\u201d) who are fighting to try and restore order in this global war on resources.<\/p>\n<p><em>Battlefield 2042<\/em> can be experienced across three dynamic gameplay modes, each offering their own blend of multiplayer warfare and iconic Battlefield moments the series has come to be known for in All-Out Warfare, Hazard Zone, and Portal along with the new Specialists feature.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Specialists bring a new dimension to the core Battlefield experience<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>New for <em>Battlefield 2042<\/em> is the introduction of Specialists, an evolution of the classic team-based approach to squads. This new feature will allow squads to mix and match their playstyles to focus on the way they want to play. Each Specialist features a Specialty and a Trait that can only be used by them. When combined with a ton of loadout customization options (weapon, grenades, gadgets, etc.), you have a lot of choice in creating and playing as a solider that suits your style of play.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"><span class=\"embed-youtube\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video embed\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vMw2VyGTVVY?version=3&amp;rel=1&amp;showsearch=0&amp;showinfo=1&amp;iv_load_policy=1&amp;fs=1&amp;hl=en-US&amp;autohide=2&amp;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation\">[embedded content]<\/iframe><\/span><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p><strong>Enter a massive combat zone in All-Out Warfare<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Featuring fan-favorite modes Conquest and Breakthrough, All-Out Warfare includes the largest maps ever created for the franchise with support for up to 128 players on Xbox Series X|S and 64 players on Xbox One. This massive scale can lead to some incredible gameplay experiences, including a ton of choices in how your team can decide to attack your opponents on the battlefield with distinct sectors that will yield some epic clashes over map control.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Engage in high-stakes tactical combat with Hazard Zone<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Dialing back the team size, but keeping the large maps in place, Hazard Zone puts you in the boots of a tactical four-person squad that has you seeking out intel from crashed satellites while combating not only rival squads, but local AI controlled occupying forces. Oh, and a massive storm system that\u2019s quickly moving into the combat zone. Completing missions will yield Dark Market Credits that you can use to spend on improvements to your squad and loadout for the next time you enter the combat zone, as you\u2019ll strive to retrieve as many Data Drives as you can before you\u2019re forced to evacuate, kicking off a hectic, last-minute scramble to safety. You can <a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2021\/10\/14\/first-details-hazard-zone-battlefield-2042s-new-squad-based-game-mode\/\"><strong>learn more about Hazard Zone here on Xbox Wire<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Play in the world\u2019s most dynamic sandbox in Battlefield Portal<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This community-driven platform lets you discover and create a wide variety of surprising battles made up from elements of Battlefield\u2019s past. 1942 vs 2042? Knives vs. Defibrillators? 1 tank against 20 EOD Bots? You got it. You make up the rules and then jump on the battlefield to experience this mix of nostalgia and cutting-edge tech. If you prefer to relive some moments like you remember them, albeit with a fresh coat of next-gen paint, a few of the classic map experiences you can play today in Portal include <em>Battlefield 1942<\/em> (Conquest), <em>Battlefield: Bad Company 2<\/em> (Rush), and <em>Battlefield 3<\/em> (Conquest).<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"><span class=\"embed-youtube\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video embed\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/O9i2liM4CRE?version=3&amp;rel=1&amp;showsearch=0&amp;showinfo=1&amp;iv_load_policy=1&amp;fs=1&amp;hl=en-US&amp;autohide=2&amp;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation\">[embedded content]<\/iframe><\/span><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p><strong>Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members with EA Play can play a 10-hour trial of <em>Battlefield 2042<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As part of your membership as an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate member, you have access to <a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/ea-play\"><strong>EA Play<\/strong><\/a> which includes access to a massive collection of EA games and <a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2021\/11\/18\/happy-anniversary-xbox-game-pass-ultimate-and-ea-play\/\"><strong>member only rewards<\/strong><\/a>. One of those that\u2019s available today is a 10-hour trial of <em>Battlefield 2042<\/em> that let\u2019s you enjoy everything the game has to offer. Best of all, any progress made during the trial will carry over to the full game should you purchase it on the Xbox Store. And don\u2019t forget: Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and EA Play members can save 10% on <em>Battlefield 2042<\/em> purchases on the Xbox Store.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pick the version that\u2019s right for you<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Battlefield 2042<\/em> is available now on the Xbox Store for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S in a variety of editions. There\u2019s the base game edition, <a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-us\/games\/store\/battlefield-2042-xbox-one-xbox-series-x-s\/9nkgmnkrfn5q\"><strong><em>Battlefield 2042<\/em><\/strong><\/a> for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S that retails for $69.99. Then there\u2019s the <a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-us\/games\/store\/battlefield-2042-gold-edition-xbox-one-xbox-series-x-s\/9pk077np44x2\"><strong><em>Battlefield 2042 Gold Edition<\/em><\/strong><\/a> for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S that includes the Year 1 Pass which includes 4 new Specialists, 4 Battle Passes, and 3 Epic Skin Bundles at $99.99. And finally, there\u2019s the <a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-us\/games\/store\/battlefield-2042-ultimate-edition-xbox-one-xbox-series-x-s\/9phn3jw0tzq7\"><strong><em>Battlefield 2042 Ultimate Edition<\/em><\/strong><\/a> for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S that includes everything in the <em>Gold Edition<\/em>, plus the Midnight Ultimate Bundle, an Official Digital Artbook, and the Exclusive Digital Soundtrack at $119.99.<\/p>\n<p>No matter which version you choose, you\u2019ll still get to experience all the epic multiplayer gameplay that <a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/battlefield-2042\"><strong><em>Battlefield 2042<\/em><\/strong><\/a> has to offer. Now, squad up and move out! We\u2019ll see you on the battlefield.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p> <a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2021\/11\/19\/battlefield-2042-available-now-for-xbox-one-and-xbox-series-xs\/\">Source: https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2021\/11\/19\/battlefield-2042-available-now-for-xbox-one-and-xbox-series-xs\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1495641,"template":"","meta":{"_eb_attr":"","type":"","auto_type":false,"post":"","stream":"","stream_url":"","waveform_data":[],"duration":0,"bpm":0,"downloadable":false,"download_url":"","purchase_title":"","purchase_url":"","post-count-all":0,"like_count":0,"download_count":0,"editor_note":"","copyright":"","captions":[]},"genre":[148],"artist":[141],"mood":[],"activity":[],"station_tag":[5446,5252,3620,3624,7305,3625,8363,7734,3738,3632,7421,3741,5592,6398,7968,3634,5755,3801,8793,5930,5401,5731,3636,5791,5258,3637,5216,5405,5217,5520,5732,3811,7428,3859,3880,5218,5522,5465,3714,3748,3643,3716,3644,3646,5945,5614,7962,5239,5616,5567,6057,6058,3652,5817,5264,3657,7125,8077,7762,3659,3832,3660,3834,5880,7823,3667,3775,3886,3865,3668,6997,3672,3867,5883,5956,5719,6070,8650,3676,5823,9033,6432,5909,3887,8022,3888,3889,5697,5444,3782,6075,3684,3686,5965,3688,3690,3692,5890,6315,5551,5553,3733,7284,5785,3852,3764,3893,3702,5247,5279,8910,3874],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/station\/1495640"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/station"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/station"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1495641"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1495640"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"genre","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/genre?post=1495640"},{"taxonomy":"artist","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/artist?post=1495640"},{"taxonomy":"mood","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/mood?post=1495640"},{"taxonomy":"activity","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/activity?post=1495640"},{"taxonomy":"station_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/station_tag?post=1495640"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}