TheBattlefieldfranchise has historically been a hectic depiction of battles in a variety of wars across the world. This has led to a lot of unique opportunities that haven’t been seen in other games in the first-person shooter genre. This has previously included heavily destructible environments that lead to huge cinematic moments unlike many other games. The most recent entry went back in time to give players an up-close-and-personal look at the tragedy and horrors that took placeduring World War 2. However, it seems that developer DICE might be going in a different direction entirely withBattlefield 2042.
During E3 2021,Battlefield 2042was revealed to an eager fanbase. Their patience was finally awarded with a gameplay trailer that showed off some new gadgets, as well as introducing the new dynamic weather systems. Both of these new additions are reminiscent of another popular action franchise. Swinging from the metal structures while blowing up a helicopter seems to be more comparable to theJust Causegames thanBattlefield.The new trailer forBattlefield 2042was filled with similarly over-the-top explosions and fast-paced action that is sure to make fans of theJust Causeseries interested.
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Grappling Hook and Gadgets in Battlefield 2042
Most modern military shooters rely on the player knowing how to use simple equipment such as grenades, UAVs, trip-mines, and more. Many fans have come to expect these types of equipment available to them, and shooters would feel incomplete without them. However,it seems thatBattlefield 2042will add a host of new gadgets to their soldiers' repertoire. This includes new equipment that will increase the player’s mobility across the map.
In the newBattlefield 2042trailer shown at E3 2021, soldiers were shown using a variety of new gadgets. One new gadget shown early in the trailer shows a soldier gliding across the sky in a wingsuit. It looks similar to the same kind of wings that Rico uses inJust Cause.One of the most iconic pieces of gear in theJust Causeseries is the grappling hook, which allows Rico to pull himself across the map at lightning speeds. Now it seems thatBattlefield 2042will be taking a hint from the unbelievable mobility inJust Cause.
Battlefield 2042’s Dynamic Weather Systems
The gadgets and gear aren’t the only thing that looks similar to theJust Causeseries. In the latest entry,Just Cause 4,the game introduced a whole new weather system unlike anything that has been seen in video games before. However, the next generation of consoles will be able to evolve this mechanic, as shown by thedestructive weatherBattlefield 2042’snew gameplay trailer. A giant sand-twister can be seen making its way across the map as the player is using their wingsuit. A second later, a car is yanked into the tornado.
It’s not thatBattlefield 2042is a carbon copy ofJust Cause,but the similarities are noticeable. It could be thatJust Cause 4was ahead of the rest in creating dynamic weather systems, or the developer’s over at DICE might’ve just enjoyed the mechanic’s concept a lot. Nevertheless, the sheer amount of destruction paired with theBattlefield 2042’s level of mobility looks to take a few cues from the chaoticJust Causeseries. These exciting changes will hopefully make up forBattlefield 2042’slack of singleplayer campaignabout life in2042.
Battlefield 2042is releasing on October 22 for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.
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