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Battlefield 6 Season 4. Battlefield 6 — Season 4: Tidal Strike is available starting now, September 15, 2026, in Italian time on EA app, Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation Store for PS5, and Microsoft Store for Xbox Series X|S.
The seasonal update is free; however, accessing Battlefield 6 content requires the base game, while REDSEC remains playable for free. The unlock time for Battlefield 6 Season 4 in Italy was set by EA with a simultaneous global launch at UTC.
Battlefield 6 Season 4: why it matters
Considering that Italy observes CEST daylight saving time (UTC+2), the conversion determines the indicated Italian time. It is important to note that the unlock does not occur at local midnight. Starting the game early allows you to install the patch, but seasonal content will only activate at the global time set by EA.
Update 1.4.3.0 is available from the specified Italian time, corresponding to the UTC times indicated in the official communication. A four-hour window is expected to complete the download before the season activates. Electronic Arts has not communicated file sizes for each platform; therefore, it is recommended to check free disk space and enable automatic updates or manually verify the presence of the patch in the client or on the console.
Season 4, Tidal Strike, is distributed through the existing game installation. On Windows, the download occurs from EA app, Steam, or Epic Games Store; on consoles via PlayStation Store on PS5 and Microsoft Store on Xbox Series X|S. Users utilizing Epic Games Store must also have EA app, while playing via Steam requires linking an EA account. On consoles, the patch can be downloaded directly from the game’s update management.
Season 4 is free, but access to main game modes requires a valid Battlefield 6 license. REDSEC remains downloadable for free and will host season content specifically designed for its free-to-play component. Battlefield Pro, Season 4 packs, and other cosmetic purchases remain optional.
Tidal Strike introduces the Deep Six Collection event, available until October 12, which offers contracts, intelligence devices, and rewards including the new Diving Knife. The event will be accessible in both Battlefield 6 and REDSEC. Additionally, REDSEC will receive a new time-limited operation called Phantom Program.
What Changes and What Are the Effects
Proximity chat enters testing with directional audio, tools to mute or report users, and a maximum limit of four voices audible simultaneously. EA clarifies that proximity chat may be temporarily disabled during tests to allow for corrections and improvements.
Electronic Arts has not announced general maintenance or a separate server reopening time. Any issues encountered after the rollout must be verified through EA service status and your gaming platform’s status.
On consoles, the multiplayer subscription required by the platform may be necessary: PlayStation Plus on PS5 and an Xbox plan enabled for multiplayer on Xbox Series X|S. On PC, no equivalent subscription is required, but a stable internet connection and an EA account are needed.
Source and further reading on Battlefield 6 Season 4: original article.
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