Why would you be asking how to play Battlefield 4 in 2021? Well, there’s now more reason than ever.
After the long-awaited announcement of Battlefield 2042 earlier this month, Battlefield 4 has experienced something of a resurgence. And if you ask us, it’s long overdue.
An all-time fan-favourite in the series, Battlefield 4 has certainly been channeled into the new game. From the modern setting to the epic scale and destruction, its influence is clear to see. And while fans have to wait until Battlefield 2042‘s release on 22nd October 2021, it hasn’t stopped them flocking back to Battlefield 4 in droves. Anything to get a taste of that classic Battlefield experience.
What options are available in 2021?
So, with EA sorting the server capacity issues and excitement for Battlefield 2042 at a high, how can you play Battlefield 4 in 2021?
How to Play Battlefield 4 on PS4 & PS5
As you’d expect for an eight-year-old game, there is no next-gen version of Battlefield 4 available. But that shouldn’t stop you from booting the game up on either a PlayStation 4 or a PlayStation 5 via backwards compatibility:
PlayStation Store:
Standard Edition: Usually £15.99, on deal for £4.79 until 23/06/2021. Premium Edition: £34.99
Amazon:
Standard Edition: £17.98. Premium Edition: £29.98.
Battlefield 1 is FREE for PlayStation 5 owners
While it isn’t Battlefield 4, it’s worth mentioning that if you own a PS5, you can play the acclaimed Battlefield 1 for free via The PS Plus Collection. Bear in mind, a PlayStation Plus subscription is required to access the PS Plus Collection.
How to play Battlefield 4 on PC
Battlefield 4 was free for Amazon Prime members via Prime Gaming until 20th June. While it isn’t available for free anymore, here are the best options available:
EA Play
Included with an EA Play subscription: £3.99/month.
Origin
Standard Edition: £4.49. Premium Edition: £6.56.
Steam
Premium Edition: £34.99.
How to Play Battlefield 4 on Xbox
Microsoft Store
Standard Edition: £14.99. Premium Edition: £34.99.
Amazon
Standard Edition: £14.90. Premium Edition: £10.58.
EA Have Boosted Server Capacity
To cope with the increased demand, EA have confirmed they’re booting up additional servers for Battlefield 4.
EA’s community manager addressed the Battlefield 4 server issues in a post on the EA Answers page, saying “We’ve been monitoring your experience and notice queue times in the US West region were far longer than in other regions. Good news, we’ve increased server capacity for this region–you can expect less waiting, and more playing.”
At present, only the US West region has needed extra servers to cope with demand. But, no need to worry. EA have contingencies in place in case the issue spreads to other regions: “We’ll continue monitoring queue times and will make further adjustments as necessary.”
On the one hand, it’s almost unheard of that an eight-year-old game is still receiving that kind of maintenance. But on the other, recent offers on Battlefield 4 (including an Amazon Prime freebie) and the announcement of Battlefield 2042 will have caused this spike in demand.
Will you be jumping back into Battlefield 4 ahead of 2042‘s release? Let us know in the comment section below and don’t forget to check out our other gaming articles…
