This week sees the release of the Battlefield 2042 Update 8.9.0, which arrives with a large amount of weapon changes, as well as various bug fixes. But now the fight has gone galaxy-wide, with a host of exclusive Mass Effect content arriving via your nearest relay!
From June 17th to July 1st, 2025, a selection of bundles will be available for purchase along with progression rewards, unlocking some of the finest gear from the farthest reaches of space! Read on for more information!
Mass Effect Bundles include:
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Galactic Bundle - 1750 BFC: Centuries from now and in the farthest reaches of space, a good soldier still makes all the difference. Take command and carve your legacy into the stars.
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Scoped & Dropped Bundle - 2000 BFC: Whether you’re tearing across the battlefield or shooting bottles with an old friend, you need the best gear in the galaxy to do the job right.
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Citadel Bundle - 3000 BFC: For those who take the fight to the farthest reaches of space, a special package containing all cosmetics for the Mass Effect crossover event.
Three Mass Effect cosmetics are also available for players through progression during the event, including a legendary weapon skin inspired by Mass Effect renown AR, M8 Avenger.
Battlefield 2042 players can also participate in Conquest Ascension. Rise above the rest and train for a new century of warfare. Use Ascension tactics with added crawl and squad spectating mechanics to assure the future for humanity that any commander would be proud of.
Update 8.9.0 also includes a host of improvements including weapon changes. A new type of magazine attachment is being introduced: the Underloaded Magazine. This is a standard issue magazine but with fewer bullets in it, making it faster and easier to handle. But with fewer rounds, players must decide if improved weapon handling is preferable to reduced damage output over time.
New game modes have also been added to Portal, including Control, Shutdown, Strike Team and Killswitch. Stadium has also been added to Custom Conquest.
