Battlefield 6 experienced a repeat error where an in-game message suggested a significant change to how XP boosts function, only for developers to clarify that no such change had been implemented. This marks the second instance in three weeks where players were informed of an "XP Boost Update" that did not actually occur.
The latest miscommunication surfaced on June 30 with an update that also overhauled gunplay and introduced a new mode. Players logging in saw a message stating, "XP Boost Update: Now Based On In-Game Time." This change, if real, would have addressed a long-standing community request. Previously, XP boosts counted down in real time, meaning players could lose valuable boost duration while waiting for matches to start or during brief interruptions. The proposed change would have made boosts count down only during active gameplay.
The message detailed a new system where the duration of an active XP booster during a match would determine the percentage of bonus XP awarded. It also indicated that the Booster menu would be relocated to the lobby for easier access.
However, players quickly discovered that the XP boost mechanics remained unchanged. Following community confusion, a representative from Battlefield Communications clarified on social media that the in-game message was erroneous and no changes had been made to XP boosters. The message was subsequently removed.
This incident was not isolated. On June 11, a similar inaccurate in-game text description regarding XP boosters appeared. At that time, Battlefield Communications also issued a statement confirming that XP boosters continue to count down in real time, as they have since the game's launch.
With two separate notifications about a change to XP boosters that did not materialize, it suggests that a real alteration to the system may be in development. The repeated appearance of detailed descriptions for a non-existent feature raises questions about the development and communication process. Players are left wondering why such changes are not announced as being in progress but not yet ready, rather than being presented as already implemented.