The fight against Pax Armata has officially reached the West Coast. Battlefield 6's Season 1 mid-season update, 'California Resistance,' is now live with Patch 1.1.2.0. The update drops players into a brand new map and introduces a tactical, smaller-scale game mode, expanding the conflict against the rogue PMC in a familiar American setting.
New Battlefield: Eastwood & Sabotage Mode
The centerpiece of this content drop is the 'Eastwood' map, which is built to support the new limited-time 8v8 mode, 'Sabotage.' This is a significant shift from the game's typical large-scale warfare, demanding tight squad coordination and rewarding strong close-quarters gun skill. Expect intense infantry firefights where every player counts.
To give you an edge in these new engagements, a new progression track, the 'California Resistance Bonus Path,' is available until December 9. By completing its challenges, you can unlock the new DB-12 Shotgun and other Battle Pickups, adding fresh tools to your arsenal for breaching and clearing objectives.
When is the Battlefield 6 free trial?
If you've been waiting to enlist or want to bring friends into the fold, a Battlefield 6 Free Trial is scheduled to run for one full week. Players on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S can jump in for free from November 25 to December 2, 2025. This is the perfect opportunity to test out the core game and all the new content from the California Resistance update.
A Glimpse of Winter
DICE also provided a small look at what’s coming next. Once the current Bonus Path ends, the next major update, 'Winter Offensive,' is set to deploy on December 9. This update will reportedly introduce a new 'Freeze' mechanic, though specific details on how it will impact gameplay remain classified for now. For the time being, the battle for California is on.