Battlefield V Review

Battlefield 1 was a shakeup for a series that had been losing its luster. Unfortunately, its followup Battlefield V doesn’t feel as refreshing. This is partially due to the change in setting. While the previous game explores Word War I, Battlefield V returns to the tired era of World War II.

As with most of EA’s online games, patches have filled it with content since its release in 2018. Not every franchise needs to reinvent itself with each sequel, but Battlefield V doesn’t do much to alter the formula. Thankfully, a number of nuanced tweaks and improvements make this game feel like a worthwhile successor for fans of the series.

Presentation

For starters, it looks great. Battlefield 1 only hit shelves in 2016, but Battlefield V features a noticeable visual upgrade. Of course, this is to be expected. The series is known for its spectacle and scale, and this game is no different.

It’s hard to ignore the adrenaline when fighting on the frontlines of an online match, especially with new dynamic weather and the series’ destructible environments.

The stellar sound design hasn’t skipped a beat either. Beautiful scores that enhance the experience and help immerse the player even further. The aesthetics never seem to take a step back, which is definitely a point in Battlefield V’s favor.