In a move to address community feedback, EA has introduced changes to Battlefield 6 with the new Season 1 update. The update includes adjustments to the bright green highlights of a controversial infantry skin, aiming to ease concerns among players.
Alongside a brand-new map, weapons, gameplay enhancements, and the highly anticipated battle royale with REDSEC, the Battlefield 6 Season 1 update also brings darker tones for the System Override cosmetic. This change is a nod to players who have been campaigning online against playful skins since the game’s launch on October 10.
Some players speculated that the outfit, which was initially part of a collaboration with Razer, hadn’t been updated with Battlefield 6 Season 1. However, global community manager Kevin Johnson (ganslinger43 on Discord) confirmed the changes in response to a fan, citing “community feedback.”
“They’re listening Reddit,” reads a popular Reddit post, adding, “We won!”
Despite EA and BF Studios promoting Battlefield 6 as a return to gritty realism, discussions about skins have dominated online forums. Concerns grew as fans feared the game might follow in the footsteps of Fortnite and Call of Duty with their vibrant cosmetics. Although Battlefield 6 has mostly maintained a realistic aesthetic, the reveal of System Override sparked worries among players.
Community Feedback Shapes Game Updates
With a bright green skin potentially opening the door for even more colorful cosmetics, some players questioned if EA might gradually introduce stranger skins. Online discussions pondered the possibility of Battlefield 6 matches becoming overly colorful, unlike any real-world combat scenario.
Good news regarding the Season 01 update: The “Monster Energy” skin (official “System Override”) got buffed to a more realistic look.
It’s nice to see that the developers have taken the community’s criticism on board @tiggr_ 👍#Battlefield | #BF2042 | #Battlefield6 🔥 pic.twitter.com/edHP1H4fDs— BattlefieldNET (@BattlefieldNET) October 28, 2025
Many fans have been eagerly awaiting how previous promises from BF Studios would manifest. Comments from technical director Christian Buhl suggested a commitment to a gritty, realistic shooter experience. The community is curious to see how this vision aligns with future updates.
While it’s uncertain what lies ahead, today’s update shows EA and BF Studios are actively considering player feedback. This response marks a step toward addressing complaints about playful skins in Battlefield 6, and community sentiment seems to be improving.
The Future of Battlefield 6 Skins
Players are wondering if Wicked Grin, an Assault skin that sparked controversy with its smiley face mask and blue color, will undergo similar changes following feedback. It’s expected to be available as a “free store gift” eventually.
With Season 1 now in full swing, Battlefield 6 is set to deliver exciting new content, including the Blackwell Fields map and more. As players await further updates from EA and BF Studios, they can delve into the latest patch notes and keep an eye on how Engineers in the game are exploring their artistic side.