Battlefield 2042 Standard Edition for PS5 / Xbox Series X | S now comes with a cross-gen upgrade

Electronic Arts is making a change to the Standard Edition of Battlefield 2042 to make it easier to transition from one console platform to another, or at least that’s the idea. The standard digital edition of the game for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X | S is now compatible with all generations, also giving you access to the PS4 / Xbox One version.

EA made this change in part because it recognizes that “next-gen hardware is always hard to find” due to the continuing shortage of consoles.

“We want as many Battlefield fans as possible to start the journey with us on day one, and we want to give these players the peace of mind that their progression will continue if they get a new system this holiday season. , or beyond, ”the studio said in a blog post.

This offer is only available for the PS5 and Xbox Series X | S digital versions of Battlefield 2042. As such, if you are considering or expecting to get a newer console soon, you may want to consider purchasing the PS5 / Xbox Series X. | S edition of the game as it comes with access to both editions. That being said, the Standard Digital Edition of Battlefield 2042 on PS5 / Xbox Series X | S costs $ 70 compared to $ 60 on PS4 / Xbox One.

The situation is similar for Activision’s Call of Duty: Vanguard, which offers a cross-gen package for $ 70.

Battlefield 2042 supports cross-progression, so anything you unlock in, say, the PS4 edition, will advance with you to the PS5 on the same EA account.

Previously, you had to purchase the Gold or Ultimate version of Battlefield 2042 to access the cross-gen offer. An FAQ on this decision contains a few more details. He mentions that this offer only applies to the Standard Digital Edition of Battlefield 2042 for PS5 and Xbox Series X | S, not a physical version. In addition, the cross-gen offer only applies within the same family of consoles (i.e. PS4 / PS5 and Xbox One / Xbox Series X | S).

Battlefield 2042 will launch in November, but its beta will start soon. Pre-load is available now, with servers online for matchmaking starting October 6. For more, check out GameSpot’s Battlefield 2042 Open Beta breakdown.