Battlefield Players Demand Changes to Sliding Mechanic in Upcoming Game
As development of the next Battlefield game continues, fans are calling for major adjustments to movement and sliding mechanics. While EA and DICE have promised improvements to gunplay and movement, players want specific changes to make the game feel more authentic to military-based shooters.
On March 7, EA shared an update on the new Battlefield game, revealing that it will feature improved recoil patterns, revamped movement animations, and enhanced gunplay. However, the sliding mechanic, which has been a point of contention in recent years, was not addressed in the update.
Some players, including Reddit user Weirdolx, argue that sliding makes Battlefield feel more like Call of Duty or an arcade shooter, rather than a realistic military experience. Fans have suggested removing sliding entirely or adding limitations, such as a shorter slide distance or a longer recovery time after sliding, to prevent overuse in combat.
While some players believe the sliding mechanic makes gameplay feel more fluid, others feel it disrupts the game’s strategic nature. The developers are likely to consider community feedback through their Battlefield Labs program as they continue to refine the game, which is expected to release between April 2025 and March 2026.
The developers’ willingness to adjust based on player input could lead to significant changes to Battlefield’s movement mechanics in the upcoming installment.
