EA's 'Battlefield 1' is a new first-person shooter game, which aims to depict the grisly realities of World War I. The digitally rendered images are stunning in their detail and quality. EA even includes zeppelins and tanks, which were first used for warfare during WWI.
The game has the player go through the ruins of Europe. While the zeppelins can be taken down by a group of players, the landscape, including windmills, can't be destroyed. EA also included changing weather, making the game more realistic and more difficult.
EA said that they took a risk with Battlefield 1 as it deviated from other shooting video games being released that are more futuristic. It fits in well with the Battlefield series given than the WWI setting is perfect for large-scale battles that require diverse and fast-paced gaming tactics.
What's Driving This Trend
- Realistic Wartime Games
- Opportunity to create realistic and historically accurate gaming experiences that immerse players in different historical periods.
- Depiction of Gruesome Realities
- Opportunity to explore the darker side of war and create a more authentic and thought-provoking gaming experience.
- Deviation From Futuristic Games
- Opportunity to offer a refreshing change from the abundance of futuristic shooting games and cater to gamers looking for a different kind of gameplay.
Who This Affects Most
- Video Game Industry
- Opportunity for video game developers to tap into historical settings and create realistic and immersive gameplay experiences.
- War Simulation Industry
- Opportunity for war simulation companies to create advanced virtual reality experiences that accurately depict the brutal realities of war.
- Historical Entertainment Industry
- Opportunity for the historical entertainment industry to leverage realistic gaming experiences to educate and engage audiences in different historical periods.
