Battlefield 1942

Arguably one of the most pivotal multiplayer games, Battlefield 1942 was the first game in the series and a defining moment for us at DICE.

Building upon ideas from its spiritual predecessor Codename Eagle, we designed Battlefield 1942 to let players engage in infantry, vehicle, and air combat in a World War 2 setting. This is the game that introduced the signature Battlefield rock-paper-scissors gameplay, where each unit type has its strengths and weaknesses. 64-player multiplayer, the Conquest mode, team play functionality, spotting enemies, and repairing were all essential Battlefield elements – and they were there to stay.

Battlefield 1942 put us on the map and helped create a multi-million player community. This is the game that started one of the most loved and played gaming series of our time.