Battlefield 6 has addressed how matchmaking works, clarifying a question players have on the subject. Battlefield 6 has been in the spotlight since its announcement, marking the return of the popular shooter franchise, which hasn't released a new game since Battlefield 2042 in 2021. The game promises an explosive combination of combat, warfare, and freedom for players, making the shooter one of the most anticipated releases of 2025.
Battlefield 6 has also been one of the most talked-about topics of the moment due to its open beta. Thanks to it, players can check out Battlefield 6's features - the new maps, the return of the familiar Assault, Engineer, Support, and Recon roles, and weapons and vehicles. Another feature that Battlefield 6 players are getting used to is matchmaking, a fundamental aspect of online multiplayer games. Shedding light on how Battlefield 6 pairs players, a member of the development team recently touched on the subject.
On Twitter, lead producer David Sirland revealed that Skill-Based Matchmaking (SBMM) is not the priority in matchups between servers in the Battlefield 6 open beta. In response to a player who asked if "some kind of SBMM" kicks in this situation, Sirland said that...
