What's wrong with AAA games? The development of the next Battlefield has answers
10 months ago
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- #Battlefield
- #EA
- The next Battlefield game is in full production but faces challenges including culture clashes, budget issues, and fears of unfinished content.
- EA has made structural and cultural changes to compete with giants like Call of Duty and Fortnite, despite Battlefield's lesser commercial success.
- Current and former EA employees report extreme stress, long hours, and high burnout rates among the development team.
- Despite challenges, the team remains hopeful due to the game's strong conceptual foundation and talented developers.
- The development struggles highlight broader issues in the AAA gaming industry today.