Fans have long hoped for Star Wars Battlefront 3, but a leaked internal email from Electronic Arts may have just sealed its fate—and not in the way many had hoped. Despite a massive player resurgence in Battlefront 2 and an ongoing fan petition, EA appears to have no plans to revive the beloved multiplayer shooter series.
EA’s Leaked Email: No Battlefront Plans in Sight
In a recent report from IGN, it was revealed that EA has canceled its Black Panther game and shut down Cliffhanger Games, the studio behind it. But that wasn’t the only bombshell. According to the same report, an internal EA email outlines the publisher’s narrowed focus moving forward—with no mention of Star Wars Battlefront at all.
Instead, EA is doubling down on a handful of key franchises: Battlefield, The Sims, Skate, and Apex Legends. While the email does confirm continued investment in Respawn Entertainment’s third entry in the Star Wars Jedi series, there’s zero indication that Battlefront 3 is on the roadmap.
A Community Still Fighting for Battlefront 3
This news is especially disheartening for fans who’ve been rallying hard for Battlefront 3. In recent weeks, Star Wars Battlefront 2—originally released in 2017—has seen a surprising surge in player numbers. This spike in activity followed the release of Andor Season 2’s finale, which received widespread acclaim, and was further boosted by the annual May the 4th celebrations.
Capitalizing on the momentum, one passionate fan launched a petition urging EA to greenlight Battlefront 3. As of now, the petition has amassed nearly 15,000 signatures, arguing that a new installment would “honor and celebrate the legacy of the Star Wars universe” and highlighting how the franchise has “significantly contributed” to EA’s revenue over the last decade.
Why EA Might Be Steering Away
Despite this renewed interest, there are clear reasons EA may be hesitant to revisit Battlefront:
-
Past Controversy: Battlefront 2’s infamous launch and pay-to-win loot boxes drew global backlash and even governmental scrutiny.
-
Internal Restructuring: DICE, the studio behind the Battlefront games, is still recovering from the troubled release of Battlefield 2042.
-
End of Exclusive Licensing: EA no longer holds exclusive rights to develop Star Wars games, with competitors like Ubisoft and Quantic Dream entering the scene.
So What’s Next for Star Wars Games?
While Battlefront 3 may be off the table, the galaxy far, far away continues to expand in gaming. Ubisoft’s open-world Star Wars Outlaws, Quantic Dream’s Star Wars Eclipse, and the continuation of Respawn’s Jedi series all offer exciting experiences for fans.
Final Thoughts
The absence of Star Wars Battlefront 3 from EA’s internal plans doesn’t just suggest a delay—it strongly implies that the game is simply not happening. Despite fan efforts and a surge in community engagement, EA’s focus is elsewhere. For now, the legacy of Battlefront remains in the hands of its dedicated community—and perhaps, in the hope that fan demand might someday change the tide.