Leaked images from Battlefield Labs playtests have revealed that the Battlefield 6 factions stick to a straightforward, back-to-basics style. The operators wear what you’d expect from a current military shooter: practical, battle-ready gear without any gaudy colours or unusual suits.
It’s refreshing to see a shooter focus on realism in its character designs, especially when some recent games have leaned heavily into bizarre crossover skins and outlandish cosmetics. While there’s no saying those won’t appear later, especially given Battlefield 6 will include a free-to-play battle royale mode likely supported by microtransactions and a battle pass, the initial look is grounded and familiar.
Leaked Faction Details
The leak gives us a clear look at the factions and their operators, each representing distinct military units:
- United Albion – Royal Regiment of Fusiliers, UK
- Coyote Squad – 91st Cavalry Regiment, US
- The Desert Locusts – 47th Infantry Regiment, US
First look at all the subfactions in Battlefield 6
• United Albion – Royal Regiment of Fusiliers, UK
• Coyote Squad – 91st Cavalry Regiment, US
• The Desert Locusts – 47th Infantry Regiment, US pic.twitter.com/E5kRf7oH0n— AppleBox (@Apple_Box_tw) June 22, 2025
These groups all wear gear that fits their real-world military inspirations, no flashy colours or strange gear here, just solid, functional outfits for soldiers on the ground.
Honestly, it’s kind of nice to see a shooter that respects the traditional military aesthetic. It makes me wonder how long this simplicity will last once the game is out and the cosmetics start rolling in. Yikes, I bet we’ll see some wild skins eventually.
