Is Battlefield Bad Company Still Active?
The answer to this question is no, Battlefield Bad Company is no longer actively supported by Electronic Arts (EA), the game’s developer and publisher. In a recent announcement, EA revealed that it will be delisting Battlefield 1943, Battlefield: Bad Company 1, and Battlefield: Bad Company 2 from digital storefronts on April 28, 2023, and shutting down their online services on December 8, 2023.
What does this mean for players?
This means that players will no longer be able to purchase these games from digital storefronts, and online multiplayer gameplay will no longer be available. However, players who already own the games will still be able to play them offline, including the single-player campaigns.
Why is EA shutting down Battlefield Bad Company?
EA did not provide a specific reason for shutting down the games, but it’s likely due to a combination of factors, including the age of the games, the decline of the multiplayer community, and the company’s focus on newer titles.
Which Battlefield games are being shut down?
The following Battlefield games will be delisted from digital storefronts and their online services shut down:
- Battlefield 1943
- Battlefield: Bad Company 1
- Battlefield: Bad Company 2
What about Battlefield 2?
Battlefield 2 was previously shut down in 2014, when GameSpy, the server company that hosted the game’s server list, discontinued its service.
How many hours is Battlefield Bad Company?
According to HowLongToBeat, a website that provides estimates of how long it takes to complete games, Battlefield: Bad Company 2 has a main story of around 7 hours, and 100% completion takes around 16.5 hours.
Which Battlefield games are still active?
While Battlefield Bad Company and its sequels are being shut down, other Battlefield games are still active, including:
- Battlefield 1
- Battlefield 4
- Battlefield 5
What’s the future of Battlefield?
EA has not announced any plans to replace the shut down Battlefield games with new titles or re-release them with updated servers. However, the company is likely to continue supporting its newer Battlefield games, such as Battlefield 1 and Battlefield 5.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Battlefield Bad Company is no longer actively supported by EA, and its online services will be shut down in December 2023. While players will still be able to play the games offline, this marks the end of an era for this popular franchise.