EA and Battlefield Studios have announced the biggest seasonal update yet for Battlefield 6 and Battlefield REDSEC. Season 4 launches on July 21 and brings naval battles, a massive new map, and a special collaboration featuring iconic Top Gun: Maverick characters, all in three action-packed phases.

Phase 1: Pacific Front (July 21)

The season kicks off with Tsuru Reef, the largest map ever in Battlefield 6. This Pacific island blends cliffs, small islets, a luxury resort, and a historic war bunker, combining land, sea, and air combat all in one location including aircraft carriers. The new Dynamic Wave System affects vehicle movement, lines of sight, and fire zones. Fresh vehicles like the 7.7M NSW RHIB and RCB-90 boats join the arsenal. On the REDSEC side, Ranked REDSEC returns with new cosmetics and updated ranking points, while the Vehicle Key Card feature is being retired.

Phase 2: Top Gun Collaboration (August 18)

The season’s highlight is a partnership with Paramount Games Studio, introducing the Top Gun collaboration. The legendary F-18 Super Hornet and F-14 Tomcat jets take to the skies, and the classic Wake Island map returns. Three film characters join the game, voiced by their original actors: Miles Teller (Lieutenant Bradley "Rooster" Bradshaw), Lewis Pullman (Lieutenant Robert "Bob" Floyd), and Charles Parnell (Admiral Solomon "Warlock" Bates). Whether Tom Cruise’s Maverick will appear in-game remains uncertain, as Cruise is known for rarely licensing his likeness for games and products.

Two new modes debut in this phase: Carrier Strike, a mode where players fight across land, sea, and air to capture objectives and assault the enemy carrier. Top Gun: Fighter Sweg is a Gauntlet mission set on a reimagined Tsuru Reef map in REDSEC, featuring fast-paced jet combat. Highly requested features like private lobbies and a pre-lobby squad management screen for Portal are also being introduced for a smoother experience.

Phase 3: Collection Event

The final phase brings a collection event rewarding players for completing naval-themed missions. The exact date for this event will be announced soon.

What the Team Says

Miles Teller shared that being part of such a long-standing series with millions of fans is a huge honor, and this Top Gun crossover feels like a meeting of two giants. Battlefield 6 executive producer Ryan McArthur called the combination of fighter jets and adrenaline the perfect match to blend Top Gun’s cinematic air combat with Battlefield’s epic scale.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When does the Top Gun collaboration start?

It kicks off with Phase 2 of Season 4 on August 18.

Will Maverick be a playable character?

Currently unconfirmed. Miles Teller, Lewis Pullman, and Charles Parnell’s characters are official, but there is no announcement yet about Tom Cruise’s Maverick.

Does all of Season 4 launch at once?

No, the season rolls out in three phases: Pacific Front on July 21, Top Gun collaboration on August 18, and a collection event with the date to be announced.