Despite its troubled launch, Battlefield 2042 boasts numerous positive aspects that could elevate the next chapter in this iconic series. While the core experience of the game has significantly improved in recent months, one of its long-standing game modes still awaits a significant push.
Prior to its release, one of the most anticipated features of Battlefield 2042 was its Portal mode, offering players the ability to create captivating in-game experiences using assets from various past Battlefield titles. Unfortunately, Portal fell short of its potential in Battlefield 2042. The next installment in the franchise should strive to redefine and enhance this mode.
Taking 2024's Portal to New Heights in Future Battlefield Games
Battlefield 2042's Portal mode enables players to utilize assets from the following past titles:
- Battlefield 2042
- Battlefield 1942
- Battlefield Bad Company 2
- Battlefield 3
Players can then draw from these releases to create custom game modes and experiences that can be shared with and accessed by the wider community. These assets include maps, weapons, vehicles, and classes from some of the most renowned Battlefield titles, providing an exceptional platform for community-driven creation while celebrating the best of the franchise's history.
Portal Was a Gem in Battlefield 2042's Turbulent Journey
Regrettably, Battlefield 2042 faced controversy from the outset due to factors such as the absence of a traditional single-player mode, the lack of scoreboards, and the iconic four-class Battlefield system at launch. This initial negativity led to a significant drop in player counts shortly after the game's release, impacting the success of Portal.
In its prime, Portal could have offered exhilarating experiences spanning a 100-year period, but it struggled to find its footing in the unstable environment of 2042. While there is no official confirmation of a new Battlefield project, it is evident that the next game in the franchise should prioritize embracing and refining Portal to give it the polish it deserves.
Battlefield Should Unleash the Full Spectrum in a Future Portal Mode
An evident strategy for a future Battlefield release to enhance Portal is to expand the range of past games from which it draws assets, with Battlefield 1 being a particularly popular title that could offer equipment and maps dating back to 1914. This would further amplify the unconventional possibilities of futuristic versus historical warfare, as Battlefield 1 continues to maintain a vibrant community that almost rivals 2042 to this day.
DICE should also play a more active role in curating Portal in a future Battlefield game, spotlighting popular community creations to encourage broader player engagement. Additionally, a smoother launch for the next Battlefield release will ensure that players are not preoccupied with necessary changes to the base experience, allowing the community to organically explore Portal without any stigma from standard gameplay.
Since its announcement before the release of Battlefield 2042, players have recognized Portal as a mode with immense potential, making its lack of success even more disheartening. However, this setback should serve as motivation to create a more comprehensive Portal in future Battlefield projects, incorporating a wider array of games and receiving more proactive promotion from DICE, ultimately making it one of the most engaging modes in the franchise's history.