Battlefield V Review: Is It Worth Playing?

For fans of large-scale, objective-based multiplayer shooters, Battlefield V is absolutely worth buying, especially at its current discounted price. Its signature 64-player Conquest and Breakthrough modes offer unparalleled chaos and spectacle, with excellent sound design and destruction. However, the single-player War Stories are short and the live service rollout was rocky at launch. The core multiplayer experience, particularly with a coordinated squad, remains deeply engaging and unique in the genre.

The length varies greatly by focus. The single-player 'War Stories' campaign consists of four distinct episodes, taking roughly 6-8 hours to complete. The multiplayer is essentially endless, offering hundreds of hours of gameplay through its progression systems, class mastery, and various modes. Completing all multiplayer Tides of War chapter rewards or achieving max rank would take a dedicated player well over 100 hours. The co-op Combined Arms mode adds a few more hours but is not the main draw.

Yes, playing with friends is a core pillar of Battlefield V. You can easily squad up with up to three friends (for a four-player squad) and join multiplayer matches together. The game heavily incentivizes squad play with shared spawns, combined score, and the ability to call in powerful reinforcement vehicles and supplies. There is also a four-player cooperative mode called Combined Arms, though it is not as robust as the main multiplayer. Cross-play, however, is not supported; you can only play with friends on the same platform family (e.g., PlayStation with PlayStation).

Battlefield V is not 'coming to' new platforms; its release slate is final. It is available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC (via Origin/Steam/EA App). It is also playable on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S via backward compatibility, often with improved frame rates. Regarding Game Pass: Battlefield V has been on and off the EA Play subscription service, which is included with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Its availability on Game Pass is subject to change, but it frequently appears as part of the EA Play library.

While both are WWII shooters from 2018, they cater to different tastes. Call of Duty: WWII focuses on fast-paced, arcade-style 6v6 infantry combat with a linear, cinematic campaign and a more traditional Zombies mode. Battlefield V emphasizes large-scale (32v32), strategic warfare with combined arms (tanks, planes), dynamic destruction, and squad-based objectives. Its campaign is an anthology of short stories. If you prefer tight maps and quick reflexes, choose CoD. If you want epic, chaotic battles with a focus on team play and vehicle warfare, Battlefield V is the definitive choice.