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Season 2
Battlefield 6 Season 2 began February 17, 2026 in three phases, adding the Contaminated and Hagental Base maps, the AH-6 Little Bird, new weapons and night combat.
Battlefield 6 Season 2 began on February 17, 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, for both Battlefield 6 and the free-to-play REDSEC. It was delayed from January to give the team more polishing time. The story moves to the mountains of Germany, where NATO fights to retake an airbase from Pax Armata. Content arrived in three phases: Extreme Measures, Nightfall and Hunter/Prey.
At a glance
| Start date | February 17, 2026 (12:00 UTC) |
|---|---|
| Phases | Extreme Measures (Feb 17), Nightfall (Mar 17), Hunter/Prey (Apr 14) |
| New maps | Contaminated, Hagental Base |
| Returning vehicle | AH-6 Little Bird (NATO) / MH-350 (Pax Armata) |
| Price | Free; optional Battle Pass premium track |
Phase 1: Extreme Measures (February 17)
- Contaminated (map): playable in standard modes and in the limited-time VL-7 Strike playlist, themed around chemical warfare.
- Weapons: GRT-CPS designated marksman rifle, VCR-2 assault rifle, M121 A2 light machine gun.
- Vehicles: a scout helicopter, the AH-6 Little Bird for NATO and the MH-350 for Pax Armata.
- Gadgets: the 9K38 Igla locking air-defence launcher for Engineers and the HTI-MK2 hardware suppression system for Recon.
- Events: Year of the Horse challenges (February 17 to March 3) and the Season 1 Catch-Up Challenge Set.
- REDSEC: the Fort Lyndon battleground, plus Gauntlet: Altered State and Battle Royale: Synthesis.
Phase 2: Nightfall (March 17)
- Hagental Base (map): the German airbase, including infantry-only modes.
- Nightfall: a limited-time mode fought at night, with free night vision goggles.
- Weapons: CZ3A1 submachine gun and VZ.61 sidearm.
- Vehicles: the Hayes M1030-1 dirt bike (NATO) and the TM/O 450 (Pax Armata).
- New attachments, including a light and laser underbarrel combo and a hybrid red dot/thermal sight, plus a Nightfall bonus path.
Phase 3: Hunter/Prey (April 14)
- Operation Augur: a limited-time mode inspired by Battlefield 1’s Operations, using both Season 2 maps.
- Kapok 14″ Machete: a new melee weapon.
- LTV: a new light tactical vehicle.
- REDSEC: Battle Royale Duos, plus verified Escalation experiences for Battlefield 6 owners.
FAQ
Did Season 2 need REDSEC?
No. Multiplayer content such as the maps, weapons and vehicles came to Battlefield 6. REDSEC, the free-to-play mode, got its own modes in each phase.
How do I unlock the Season 2 weapons?
Most are unlocked through seasonal challenges and the free Battle Pass track. Check the Challenges tab in the game for the exact tasks.
Other Battlefield 6 seasons
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