Battlefield 6 has been off to a solid start, and players are relatively pleased with all of the changes thus far, for the most part.
Season 2 is now here, and there's going to be phases of updates coming in the next month or two, and we're going to run over all we know about the last update, 'Hunter/Prey.'
Here's all we know.
Battlefield 6 Season 2 'Hunter/Prey' Update: Release Date, Patch Notes and More
Battlefield 6 has been off to a flying start, as EA is committed to listening to players, and it shows with the smooth release thus far.
Similar to Season 1, EA will be rolling out phases for their updates this season, as the game will be getting a major chunk of content in the form of Hunter/Prey which is set to be released on April 14th.
In terms of content that will be coming to the game during this update, we know of the following so far:
Be the hunter, not the hunted.
The final phase of Season 2 - Hunter / Prey - features the limited-time Operation Augur in Battlefield 6, as well as a new vehicle, melee weapon and other content all to be released on April 12, 2026.
OPERATION AUGUR LIMITED-TIME MODE (BATTLEFIELD 6)
Tying together the full narrative of Season 2, Operation Augur puts you in the boots of Pax Armata or NATO to determine the fate of Hagental Base.
NEW VEHICLE: LTV
The Traverser Mark II had its head-start: when it comes time for Hunter / Prey, the LTV - Light Tactical Vehicle - will challenge the light vehicle category as a nimbler option that still offers solid protection.
NEW MELEE WAPON: KAPOK 14” MACHETE
This isn’t a knife, it’s a legendary blade for true hunters…
Similar to the NOMAD CX-12 Ice Axe, the KAPOK 14” Machete is an alternative version of the standard melee offerings, granting its wielder new takedowns that can carve an enemy up.
SEASON 2 HUNTER / PREY PORTAL UPDATES
The final major Season 2 Portal Update introduces two new Verified Modes, one for REDSEC and one for Battlefield 6.
Free for all players, Battle Royale Duos will be available as a verified mode with Hunter / Prey. In addition to Battle Royale Duos, Battlefield 6 owners can also create their own verified Escalation experiences as of this update.
HUNTER / PREY BONUS PATH
Similar to previous Bonus Paths, specifically Winter Offensive, expect the Hunter / Prey Bonus Path to reward customization rewards and the new melee weapon, the Machete. Battle Pass owners will have access to additional items in the Bonus Path for maximum
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