System Requirements And How To Preload | Battlefield 2042 - Game8

This page will guide you on how to preload Battlefield 2042. From the steps on how to preload the game to recommended spec requirements for download, Game8's got you covered!

List of Contents

• Battlefield 2042 System Requirements
• How to Preload
• How Many Gigs is Battlefield 2042?
• Early Access for Gold and Ultimate Edition
• Battlefield 2042 News

Battlefield 2042 System Requirements

PC System Requirements

For PC users, we recommend checking the PC requirements first before buying the game. The game may not run smoothly if your PC doesn't meet the minimum requirements below.

Specifications	Minimum Requirements	Recommended Requirements
Operating System (OS)	64-bit Windows 10	64-bit Windows 10
Processor (AMD)	AMD Ryzen 5 3600	AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
Processor (Intel)	Intel Core i5 6600K	Intel Core i7 4790
Memory	8 GB	16 GB
Video Memory	4GB	8 GB
Graphics Card (NVIDIA)	Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti	Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060
Graphics Card (AMD)	AMD Radeon RX 560	AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT
DirectX	12	12
Internet Speed	512 KBPS or faster Internet connection	512 KBPS or faster Internet connection
Hard Drive Space	100 GB	100 GB SSD
Download Space Required	At least 50 GB of space

How to Preload

Preloading the game is easy! The download will become available on the preload date, and you only have to click it. It will be the same on any platform, so you don't have to worry.

Step 1	View the game from the Store or in your Library.
Step 2	Select download and wait for it to finish.
Step 3	Wait for the early access or on the actual release and play the game!

Preload Date and Time

Platform	Schedule
XBOX One XBOX Series X	November 6, 202107:00 UTC
PC(Steam/Origin/EA/Epic Games)	November 10, 202118:00 UTC
PS4/PS5	November 10, 202100:00 Local Time

All Available Platforms

How Many Gigs is Battlefield 2042?

Battlefield 2042 File Size By Platform

PC	~48 GB
PS5	~43 GB
PS4	~45 GB
XBOX One	~28 GB
XBOX Series X|S	~51 GB

File Size is Different for each Platform

Battlefield 2042's file size will differ for every platform. This is to optimize disk space allocation and gameplay for that particular platform and ensure that the game runs smoothly.

Patches and Updates

These numbers may change as future patches and updates will be made after the game has released. This will include new content such as the upcoming Battle Pass, new specialists, and more Battlefield Portal content. Other patches can include bug fixes and new optimization features.

DLC Guide

Early Access for Gold and Ultimate Edition

Players who bought the Gold Edition and Ultimate Edition, or are XBOX Game Pass and EA Play subscribers, will have early access to the game starting November 12 - 8:00 am UTC. Gold Edition and Ultimate Edition buyers will have full and unlimited access, but XBOX Game Pass and EA Play subscribers will only have 10-hour access to the game on that date.

It will be available on any platform, so mark your calendar now and get ready to play the game one week earlier than the release!

Players with Early Access	Time Limit
Gold and Ultimate Editions	Unlimited Access
XBOX Game Pass Subscribers &EA Play Subscribers	Limited to 10-hour play

Battlefield 2042 News

News and Game Info

Latest Battlefield 2042 News

• Battlefield 2042 Release Date

  Updated 12/6/2021

  Find out when you can start playing!

• Pre Order Bonus and Steelbook Case

  Updated 12/8/2021

  Learn what the pre order bonuses are and where to get the Steelbook case!

• All Trailers and Gameplay Videos

  Updated 11/10/2021

  Catch a glimpse of Battlefield 2042 with all of its trailers and gameplay sneak peeks

• Pre-load Guide

  Updated 11/22/2021

  Know how to pre-load the game on consoles!

• All Available Platforms

  Updated 11/10/2021

  Find out where you can play Battlefield 2042!

• Story and Plot Summary

  Updated 11/15/2021

  Learn more about the story behind Battlefield 2042!

• Will There Be a Campaign?

  Updated 12/7/2021

  Learn all about Battlefield 2042's story and setting!

• All Editions Guide

  Updated 11/10/2021

  Know which edition is right for you!

• New Features

  Updated 11/10/2021

  Learn about the all-new Battlefield Portal and Hazard Zone!

• Is Crossplay Available?

  Updated 12/8/2021

  See if Crossplay is available in the game!

• Is Battlefield 2042 Free on Gamepass?

  Updated 11/16/2021

  See if the game is available on Xbox Gamepass!

• Is Battlefield 2042 a Sequel?

  Updated 11/16/2021

  Learn more about 2042's continuation of Battlefield 4!

• Is There a Demo?

  Updated 11/16/2021

  Does Battlefield 2042 have a Demo or Beta?

• Proximity Sensor Rubberbanding Issue

  Updated 11/18/2021

  The Proximity Sensor has been temporarily disabled. Find out when it will make a comeback in-game!

• Updates and Patch Notes

  Updated 12/9/2021

  Learn about the different changes made to the game through patches and updates!

• Is Environmental Destruction Available?

  Updated 11/18/2021

  Learn about the different changes made to the game through patches and updates!

• Battlefield 2042 Reivew

  Updated 11/20/2021

  The verdict is in. Is Battlefield 2042 worth buying?

• Is Hardcore Mode Available?

  Updated 11/24/2021

  Learn if there is a Hardcore Mode in the game!

• How to Upgrade From PS4 to PS5

  Updated 11/26/2021

  Learn how to upgrade to the next-gen version of the game!

• Is Battlefield 2042 Compatible with the Companion App?

  Updated 12/1/2021

  Find out if the Companion App is compatible with Battlefield 2042 or if there will be a new Companion App!

• Who Made Battlefield 2042?

  Updated 12/1/2021

  Find out who developed and published the newest entry in the Battlefield series!

• Weekly Challenges and Rewards

  Updated 12/3/2021

  Learn more about the Weekly Challenges that can help players earn more XP and unique cosmetics!