With Battlefield 6, the classic map “Operation Firestorm” is returning, and according to the developers, more will make a comeback.
In what way will classic maps return? Battlefield developers Anna Norrevik and Jac Carlsson spoke with the Taiwanese online magazine GNN News during the multiplayer reveal.
When asked whether Battlefield 6 will receive even more classic maps from the shooter series like Caspian Border and Dragon Valley in the future, Development Director Anna Norrevik replied, “We will introduce classic versions or maps based on fan and player requests.”
She then elaborated that it is very important for the team to bring back the right maps: “Of course, we have many options and hope to choose the best possible ones so everyone can indulge in memories of the good times of the Battlefield game.”
Which maps do players want to return? On Reddit, some players are discussing which maps they want back. The post creator mentions classics from BF3 and BF4, including Noshahr Canals and Hainan Resort. Other users comment on Metro – the infantry map has been very popular since Battlefield 4 and returned in Battlefield 4.
Battlefield 4 featured its own infantry map, Operation Spind, which was well received by many players and is also requested as a returnee on Reddit.
Additionally, maps like Seine Crossing, Grand Bazaar, Siege of Shanghai, Lancang Dam, and Mashtuur City are mentioned multiple times.
Is it common for maps to return within the series? Yes, in the history of Battlefield, several maps have returned in a later installment.
Maps that have been playable in multiple games include, besides Metro and the returning Operation Firestorm in Battlefield 6, Caspian Border, Arica Harbor, and Wake Island. All maps playable at the release of Battlefield 6 can be seen on MeinMMO: Battlefield 6 offers 9 maps, sends you to 5 locations around the world – Everything about the maps of the shooter
