I'll be honest, I was wary of Battlefield 6 before launch, but it surprised me, as I keep coming back to it between other games. While I love first-person shooters, and Battlefield generally I tend to be pretty picky about the overall genre, but Battlefield 6 manages to tick all the right boxes for me. It's action packed without being over the top, the map selection is solid, I like how most of the guns feel to use, and the pace of Conquest matches can be incredibly immersive without being boring.
Although there is much I love Battlefield 6there is one missing detail that makes me long for one Battlefield 1 and Battlefield 5 feature: vehicle entry animations. Over the years, there has been some debate among the franchise's community when it comes to these animations, but ultimately vehicle entry animations add an extra layer to the experience that Battlefield 6 unfortunately missing at the moment.
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Why vehicles in Battlefield 1 and Battlefield 5 hit harder
On the surface, the lack of vehicle entry animations may seem like a small detail to be annoyed about, but it can really make a difference. From the pace to the immersion, these animations help matches feel more alive instead of just teleporting in and out of a tank. Honestly, the jarring, in-and-out entry and exit takes me out of the game for a moment. Overall, the realism in the game is pretty solid, but there's still ways to go Battlefield 6 can be more immersive, and adding vehicle entry animations is definitely one of them. Battlefield 1 and Battlefield 5 Choose realism over fast entry and exit, and it's not only more satisfying, but it also makes for a more balanced experience.
With vehicle animations, players cannot snap in and out of a vehicle to avoid being hit. Battlefield 1 and Battlefield 5s methods also offer much more consistency and require players to really think about the timing of entering a vehicle. There's more strategy involved, as the animations force players to slow down, making for a stronger, heart-pounding FPS. Vehicle in Battlefield 1 and Battlefield 5 not only look better with entrance animations, they feel much more meaningful. Battlefield 6 has made some controversial decisions, and scrapping vehicle entry animations deserves to be one of them, as it's a clear step in the wrong direction.
Some of Battlefield 1 and Battlefield 5's best vehicle animations
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Putilov-Garford (Battlefield 1)
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FT-17 light tank (Battlefield 1)
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Mark V Landship (Battlefield 1)
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Aircraft such as Rumpler CI, Airco DH.10 and Bristol F2.B (Battlefield 1)
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Schwimwaggen (Battlefield 5)
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sports car (Battlefield 5)
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KA-MI (Battlefield 5)
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LVT (Battlefield 5)
Compare previous battlefield animations for vehicle entry
Battlefield 6's vehicle immersion is still salvageable
Just because Battlefield 6 not having vehicle animations at launch doesn't mean they can't be added in the future. Of course, creating this kind of animation is easier said than done, and while it would be a nice addition, it's not a necessity either. No vehicle animations clearly haven't been a deal-breaker for me since I've spent hours with the game, but I definitely miss them. In many ways, Battlefield 6 is one of the best entries in a long time, but it could be even better with some extra immersive details.
Vehicles like the Panthera KHT, Cheetah 1A2 and F-39E would be fun to climb in and move around. Whether it's changing places or steering the controls, Battlefield 6s vehicle can be taken to the next level. Not only would it be a fun addition to the game, it would make its first-person experience that much deeper and significantly more realistic.
- Released
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10 October 2025
- ESRB
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Mature 17+ / Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language, In-App Purchases, User Interaction
- Developer
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Battlefield Studios
