- EA has threatened to ban a Battlefield 6 user for recreating a Call of Duty map
- The user received an email warning and was warned of a possible ban if they tried again.
- EA hasn’t made an official statement yet, but its stance on map knockoffs is now clearer
It’s been over a week since EA Battlefield 6 was released and the new multiplayer FPS title is still in the spotlight thanks to its high critical praise, but there is one aspect that players using the game’s creative tools need to be very careful of.
As reported by Insider Gaming, EA is apparently shutting down Portal Obligations maps created by players in Battlefield 6and has threatened to temporarily or permanently ban a user if they try again, in an email. EA appears to consider this a violation of its rules of conduct, classifying the creation of the map as an “inappropriate reference.”
The map in question is an imitation of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019), the ‘Shipment’ map, which is designed for intense close-quarters battles, highlighting what the Activision franchise is known for. The user’s creation is labeled “First Shipping Test” with the description set to “2019 Shipping Edition,” which likely prompted EA’s quick warning and removal.
While EA has yet to make any official statements after being contacted by Insider Gaming, it’s safe to say that EA’s actions speak loudly for its position on knockoff maps. The publisher is likely trying to stifle any potential cases in which Microsoft’s Activision could claim copyright infringement, and (perhaps secretly behind the scenes) doesn’t want any in-game content to replicate its rival. Obligations.
Legal issues aside, that wouldn’t be a far-fetched suggestion, as EA and Dice Studios have already teased Activision’s long-running franchise, with its live-action trailer referencing the oft-maligned hero and celebrity-style operators; Battlefield 6 is also dominating Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and war zone on Steam, which further puts EA’s franchise in a great position over its rival, and I wouldn’t want to jeopardize that over legal concerns or gameplay similarities among fans.
Analysis: Battlefield 6 already has melee battle maps, so it’s not worth the risk of creating Call of Duty knockoffs
After seeing this warning from EA, it’s not a very smart idea to try to create another copycat map; At least, if you’re looking to create a new map in Battlefield 6’s Portal mode that has elements similar to a Obligations map, do not name it the official map.
I’d hate to be banned from playing one of EA’s best titles in years, and especially knowing that there are plenty of maps that introduce similar intense, fast-paced battle within the ‘CQB: Lockdown’ mode, so it’s best to stay away from any creations that might be too similar to those of Obligations.
With Battlefield 6The first season on the horizon and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Releasing on November 14, it will be interesting to see how the momentum shifts for EA and Dice Studios, whether in their favor or positive for Activision.
Just remember, there are more maps and content to come, so don’t screw it up when Battlefield 6’s life cycle is still so early.
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