Battlefield 2042’s Redesigned Maps Emphasize Function Over Form

One of the more important aspects of any first-person shooter is its map design. After all, these are the game spaces in which players will be spending most of their time, whether in single-player campaigns or online competitive multiplayer. Battlefield 2042 notably had a bit of a sour reception at launch because several maps felt too large or lacked cover, and one of the most common frustrations was players getting downed at spawn. As part of the year-long map redesign process for Battlefield 2042, DICE’s level design team has taken these frustrations to heart and emphasized the utility of these spaces in their rework.