Attachment Guide: Pick-100 System & Meta Tiers
The Pick-100 System forces specialization—every attachment costs 1-55 points from a 100-point budget. You cannot stack everything, and generic builds will always lose to optimized ones. This guide breaks down every attachment category with verified post-Season 1 data, helping you allocate points for maximum tactical advantage.
What you’ll learn: Tier rankings for every attachment type, point cost optimization strategies, meta weapon combinations, known bugs and workarounds, and battle-tested build templates ready to deploy.
Critical Intel: TL;DR
Before diving into the full guide, here’s the essential tactical intelligence you need to start optimizing immediately.
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Best Suppressor
Standard Suppressor dominates at 25pts—half the cost of Heavy with only -5% velocity penalty.
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Best Grip
Classic Vertical (35pts) or Alloy Vertical (25-30pts) for maximum sustained fire control on ARs/LMGs.
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Best Ammo
Soft Point (20pts) transforms TTK—1.5x headshot multiplier turns 3-shot ARs into 2-shot kills.
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Best Laser
120MW Blue Laser is the ONLY laser with ADS moving accuracy bonus—critical for aggressive strafing.
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Best Brake
Compensated Brake (20pts) gives +2 Control with balanced vertical/horizontal reduction.
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Known Bugs
Mobility stat likely broken, reload UI shows wrong times, Phantom Edition attachments reset mid-match.
Tip:
Budget Framework: Optimal builds use 70-100pts. If you have 50+ points remaining, you’re under-specialized and will lose gunfights to optimized opponents.
Pre-Flight Checklist
Before deploying your loadout, verify these critical elements to ensure you’re not handicapping yourself with suboptimal choices or known bugs.
- ✓ Identify engagement range (CQB/Mid/Long)
- ✓ Choose build identity (Stealth/Recoil/Damage)
- ✓ Verify attachment unlock levels
- ✓ Check point budget after core attachments
Target: <30pts remaining after core attachments
- ✓ Test recoil pattern in firing range
- ✓ Confirm no Phantom Edition reset bugs
- ✓ Set laser/flashlight default to OFF
- ✓ Verify optic zoom matches engagement range
Toggle lasers OFF with T key after each respawn
🔫 Muzzle Devices: Tier List
Muzzle devices define your visibility profile and recoil control. Suppressors keep you off the minimap but reduce velocity, while brakes eliminate recoil but reveal your position.
| Tier | Attachment | Cost | Effect | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | Standard Suppressor | 25pts | Hides minimap + flash -5% velocity | Stealth flanking, all ranges |
| A | Compensated Brake | 20pts | +2 Control, balanced recoil Reveals position | AR/LMG laser builds |
| A | Double-Port Brake | 20-25pts | Superior vertical control Increases sway | Premium vertical recoil builds |
| B | CQB Suppressor | 20-25pts | Faster ADS than Standard Less velocity retention | Aggressive SMG builds |
| B | Single-Port Brake | 5pts | Budget recoil reduction Increases sway | Point-starved builds |
| C | Heavy Suppressor | 30-40pts | Maximum stealth Significant velocity loss | Budget killer—skip |
| C | Flash Hider | 15-20pts | Removes flash, slight recoil Doesn’t hide minimap | Niche, underpowered |
Why Standard Suppressor Dominates
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- • Double the cost of Standard Suppressor
- • Massive velocity loss affects all ranges
- • Marginal stealth improvement not worth cost
- • Kills your point budget for minimal gain
✓
- • Half the cost = 15pts for other attachments
- • Only -5% velocity = barely noticeable
- • Same minimap concealment as Heavy
- • Best value-per-point in category
Watch Out:
Compensated vs Double-Port: Both cost ~20pts. Compensated balances vertical and horizontal recoil (better for sustained fire). Double-Port wins on pure vertical kick. Choose based on your weapon’s recoil pattern.
🎯 Underbarrel Grips: Tier List
Grips are your primary recoil control investment. Vertical grips eliminate vertical kick, while stubby grips balance recoil control with ADS speed bonuses.
| Tier | Attachment | Cost | Effect | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | Classic Vertical Grip | 35pts | Maximum vertical recoil reduction High cost, ADS penalty | Full-auto AR/LMG (M433, NVO-228E) |
| A | Alloy Vertical Grip | 25-30pts | Premium recoil control Moderate cost | Cost-effective recoil builds |
| A | Low Profile Stubby | 45pts | Recoil + ADS speed bonus MOST EXPENSIVE grip | M87A1 shotgun, premium builds |
| B | Ribbed Vertical/Stubby | 20-25pts | Mid-tier recoil control Less control than Alloy | Balanced budget builds |
| B | Bipod | 15-25pts | Deployed: eliminates recoil Only works mounted/prone | NTW-50 sniper, LMG defense |
| B | Stippled Stubby | 30-35pts | ADS speed boost Less recoil than vertical | M87A1 meta, quick ADS |
| C | Folding Vertical | 10pts | Budget recoil fix Minimal control | Last-resort option |
Tip:
Classic Vertical vs Stubby: Vertical = pure recoil control (best for beaming). Stubby = recoil + ADS speed (hybrid). Choose based on playstyle: hold angles (vertical) vs snap targets (stubby).
💥 Ammunition Types: Tier List
Ammunition types are the most cost-effective TTK upgrades. Soft Point and Hollow Point transform headshot damage, turning 3-shot weapons into 2-shot killers.
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Soft Point
The AR meta standard—1.5x headshot multiplier transforms TTK without destroying body shot damage.
Best for: Mixed aim, all ranges
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Hollow Point
1.75x headshot multiplier for laser-aim players—higher reward, higher risk.
Best for: SMG laser-aim builds
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Standard FMJ
Baseline performance with zero bonuses—only use when saving points.
Best for: Point-starved builds
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Synthetic Tips
Weapon-specific buff at budget-killing cost—avoid entirely.
Recommendation: Skip completely
Info:
Why Soft Point Dominates: 1.5x headshot multiplier on 3-shot kill AR = 2-shot kill with single headshot. Transforms TTK at all ranges. Worth 20pts on every AR build.
📏 Barrels: Tier List
Barrels adjust your engagement range profile. Extended barrels add velocity for long-range performance, while short barrels boost ROF for CQB dominance.
| Tier | Attachment | Cost | Effect | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Extended Barrel | 20-30pts | +95 m/s velocity (M5A3 example) -5-10% ROF, slower ADS | Long-range AR/DMR (B36A4, NVO-228E) |
| B | Fluted Barrel | 15-20pts | Moderate velocity boost Less ROF penalty than Extended | Balanced range builds |
| B | Short Barrel | 10-15pts | +50-100 RPM -velocity, worse range | CQB carbine/SMG (M4A1 900 RPM) |
| B | Carbon Barrel | 25-30pts | Sniper velocity + handling Sniper-specific | M2010 ESR, NTW-50 |
| D | Light Barrel | 10-15pts | Minimal stats Placebo effect | AVOID - Confirmed weak |
Watch Out:
Light Barrel Warning: Community testing confirms this attachment provides minimal benefit despite costing 10-15pts. Avoid completely and invest those points elsewhere.
🔭 Optics/Sights: Tier List
Optic choice directly impacts ADS speed through point cost. Higher magnification = higher point cost = slower ADS. Choose the minimum zoom needed for your engagement range.
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Iron Sights
Zero points = fastest ADS speed in the game. Budget builds and CQB specialists.
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CCO Red Dot
Standard CQB optic with minimal cost—10pts for clearer sight picture.
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BF-2M 3.00x
Mid-range AR standard—no glint below 4x threshold.
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Holo Sights
Personal preference vs red dot—same cost, different reticle.
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S-VPS 6.00x
Sniper standard—glint mandatory at 4x+ magnification.
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Thermal Sights
Insufficient community testing data—avoid until verified.
Info:
Glint Threshold: 4x magnification or higher produces scope glint (carries over from BF2042 system). Only iron sights avoid glint entirely on snipers. Point cost = ADS speed penalty.
⚡ Accessories: Lasers & Lights
The 120MW Blue Laser is the ONLY laser with an ADS moving accuracy bonus—a unique trait that makes it worth the 30pt premium for aggressive strafing builds.
| Tier | Attachment | Cost | Effect | Visibility | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 120MW Blue Laser | 30pts | Hipfire + ADS moving accuracy | NOT visible | ONLY laser with ADS bonus |
| A | 50MW Green Laser | 20-25pts | Better hipfire than blue | Visible ~5m beam | Standard hip-fire builds |
| B | 5MW Red Laser | 10-15pts | Basic hipfire boost | NOT visible | Stealth hip-fire builds |
| B | Flashlight | Varies | Reduces bloom/spread | HIGHLY visible | LMG sustained fire |
| Sniper | Rangefinder | 20-25pts | Auto-zeroes scope | N/A | Sniper/DMR must-have |
Blue Laser: Unique ADS Moving Accuracy
120MW Blue Laser
ONLY laser with ADS strafe accuracy • Aggressive strafing builds
The ONLY attachment in the game that improves accuracy while moving during ADS. All other lasers only affect hipfire.
Pair with Engineer class (15% hip-fire bonus) and Short Barrel for dominant CQB strafing platform. The 10pt premium over Green Laser is justified by the unique ADS moving accuracy—no other attachment provides this.
Watch Out:
Laser/Flashlight Bug: All lasers and flashlights default to ON when spawning, even if toggled OFF in previous life. Manually toggle OFF with T key after every respawn to avoid revealing your position.
📦 Magazines: Tier List
Magazine attachments balance reload speed, capacity, and ADS performance. The 200-Round Belt is a budget killer that should be avoided on custom loadouts.
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Fast Magazines
Faster reload despite UI bug showing identical times—function works correctly.
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Lightweight Mag
Faster ADS transition with standard capacity—quickdraw specialist.
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Extended Mag
+5-10 rounds for sustained engagements—ADS speed penalty.
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200-Round Belt
OVER HALF YOUR BUDGET for capacity—avoid on custom loadouts.
Watch Out:
Reload Speed UI Bug: Fast mags show identical reload times to standard mags in weapon stats screen. Function works correctly—UI display is broken. Trust attachment description, not stat screen.
🔧 Internal/Triggers: Specialized Attachments
Internal attachments provide specialized benefits for specific playstyles. Match Trigger improves semi-auto performance, while ADS DLC Bolt keeps snipers scoped through bolt cycles.
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Match Trigger
Improves semi-auto performance with vague description—15pts with zero downside.
Best for: Suppressed DMR-style ARs
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ADS DLC Bolt
Stay scoped through bolt cycle on snipers—competitive advantage.
Best for: M2010 ESR competitive
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Mag Catch
Faster reloads on primary weapon—high-priority unlock.
Best for: All weapon classes
Info:
Match Trigger Mystery: Confirmed functional for semi-auto mode, but exact improvements unknown (likely first-shot accuracy or spread reduction). 15pts with zero downside makes it worth testing on semi-auto builds (B36A4 suppressed, NVO-228E DMR mode).
💰 Point Cost Brackets: Budget Optimization
Understanding point cost tiers helps you allocate your 100-point budget efficiently. Premium attachments (25-35pts) define your build identity, while budget attachments (0-15pts) fill gaps.
0-10 Points: Budget Tier
- ✓ Iron Sights (0pts) - Fastest ADS, zero cost
- ✓ CCO Red Dot (10pts) - Minimal cost for CQB optic
- ✓ Folding Vertical Grip (10pts) - Budget recoil fix
- ✓ Short Barrel (10-15pts) - CQB ROF boost
- ✓ 5MW Red Laser (10-15pts) - Stealth hip-fire
15-25 Points: Standard Tier
- • Standard Suppressor (25pts)
- • CQB Suppressor (20-25pts)
- • Compensated Brake (20pts)
- • Ribbed Vertical (20-25pts)
- • Bipod (15-25pts)
- • Soft Point Ammo (20pts)
- • Extended Mag (15-20pts)
- • 50MW Green Laser (20-25pts)
25-35 Points: Premium Tier
- • Classic Vertical Grip (35pts) - Max recoil control
- • Alloy Vertical (25-30pts) - Premium control
- • Stippled Stubby (30-35pts) - Shotgun ADS king
- • Lightened Suppressor (30-35pts) - Premium stealth
- • Extended Barrel (20-30pts) - Long-range velocity
- • Carbon Barrel (25-30pts) - Sniper velocity
- • 120MW Blue Laser (30pts) - Unique ADS moving
- • ADS DLC Bolt (30pts) - Sniper stay-scoped
40-55 Points: Budget Killers
- • Low Profile Stubby Grip (45pts) - Most expensive grip
- • Slug Rounds (40pts) - M87A1 pocket sniper
- • Heavy Suppressor (30-40pts) - Marginal upgrade
- • 200-Round Belt (55pts) - HALF YOUR BUDGET
Never spend 40+ points on single attachment unless it defines your build identity.
- • Slug Rounds M87A1 (build-defining)
- • 200-Round Belt L110 default loadout ONLY
Build Archetypes & Point Allocation
Optimized builds use 70-100pts with clear specialization. If you have 50+ points remaining, you’re under-specialized and will lose to focused opponents.
Archetype 1: Stealth Flanker
Stealth Flanker
Off-minimap aggression • Silent positioning • Mid-range dominance
Suppressor keeps you off minimap. Vertical grip maintains accuracy at range. Soft Point ensures 2-shot headshot kills. Minimal optic cost preserves budget.
- • No hip-fire optimization
- • Weaker in panic CQB situations
Archetype 2: Laser Beam AR
Laser Beam AR
Zero recoil • Sustained fire dominance • Long-range control
55pts in recoil control (brake + grip) = near-zero vertical kick. Extended barrel adds range. 3x scope for precision mid-long engagements.
- • Reveals position via brake
- • No stealth capability
- • Weaker at extreme CQB
Archetype 3: Aggressive Strafe Build
Aggressive Strafe Build
ADS movement • Hip-fire backup • Hyper-mobile CQB
Blue laser = ONLY attachment with ADS moving accuracy. Short barrel boosts ROF for CQB. Light grip maintains control while preserving mobility.
Engineer class hip-fire bonus + Blue Laser + Short Barrel = dominant strafing platform for CQB engagements.
Tip:
Remaining Budget Rule: If you have 50+ points remaining after core attachments, you’re under-specialized. Optimized builds use 70-100pts with clear identity.
Meta Weapon + Attachment Combos
These Season 1 meta builds have been tested and verified by the community. Copy these exactly for immediate competitive advantage, then adjust based on your playstyle.
NVO-228E (Assault AR - King Tier)
NVO-228E Optimal Build
3-shot kill becomes 2-shot with single headshot • Mid-long dominance
Compensated Brake + Classic Vertical = 55pts in recoil control eliminates vertical climb. Soft Point turns this into 2-shot headshot monster. Fluted Barrel extends effective range without Extended’s heavy ROF penalty.
PW7A2 (Engineer SMG - Meta Tier)
PW7A2 Optimal Build
Engineer 15% hip-fire bonus + Blue Laser = strafing god
Build exceeds 100pt limit by 5pts. Remove optic (use iron sights) or swap Extended Barrel → Fluted Barrel (15pts) to fit budget.
Engineer class 15% hip-fire bonus stacks with Blue Laser’s unique ADS moving accuracy. Extended Barrel compensates for SMG range falloff. Suppressed flanking with maintained accuracy.
L110 (Support LMG - Week 2 Meta)
L110 Optimal Build
Default weapon • Support ADS bonuses • Long-range suppression
L110 has incredible baseline recoil control. Support class ADS bonuses offset LMG penalties. 80pts in recoil/range control creates long-range beam. Ribbed Vertical instead of Classic saves 15pts for Soft Point.
Slow ADS even with Support class bonus. Pre-aim common angles. Vulnerable to flankers. Requires team support and map control.
Known Issues & Workarounds
Several attachment-related bugs exist in Season 1. Understanding these issues prevents wasted point investment and build failures mid-match.
Issue #1: Mobility Stat Likely Broken
Mobility displays as 36-71 in UI, but Steam community testing shows no sprint/walk/slide speed difference between Mobility 70 vs Mobility 30 builds.
Ignore Mobility stat when choosing attachments. Do NOT sacrifice recoil control or damage for Mobility gains—they likely don’t exist.
Verify yourself: Equip Mobility 70 vs 30 build, time sprint across map. Report findings to DICE.
Issue #2: Reload Speed UI Bug
Fast mags show identical reload times to standard mags in weapon stats screen. EA Forums bug report confirms LMR27 reload times display as identical despite different mags.
Trust attachment description, not stat screen. Fast mags DO reload faster in practice—function works, UI is broken. Test in firing range to verify.
Issue #3: Phantom Edition Attachment Reset Bug
Phantom Edition weapons reset attachments mid-match—muzzle brakes, lasers revert to default randomly.
Avoid Phantom Edition weapons in competitive matches. Use standard weapon variants. If reset occurs mid-match, switch to Loadout 2/3/4 with non-Phantom weapon.
Issue #4: Laser/Flashlight Auto-On at Respawn
Lasers and flashlights default to ON when spawning, even if toggled OFF in previous life. Green laser beam gives away position. Flashlight is massive giveaway.
Manually toggle OFF with T key every respawn. Create muscle memory: spawn → T key → move out. Community requesting “default OFF” setting—not yet implemented.
Watch Out:
Bipod Deployment Inconsistency: Bipod refuses to deploy on many surfaces (windows, cars, pavement, even sandbags). Must manually press F after ADS near cover. Test deployment positions before match to avoid critical failures.
🔄 Rollback Procedures
If your build underperforms, follow this systematic troubleshooting process to identify and fix weak points without scrapping the entire loadout.
- ✓ Dying to recoil? → Upgrade grip (Folding → Ribbed → Alloy → Classic)
- ✓ Dying off-minimap? → Add Standard Suppressor (25pts)
- ✓ Losing CQB? → Add Blue Laser (30pts) or Short Barrel (10-15pts)
- ✓ Losing long-range? → Add Extended Barrel (25pts) + upgrade optic
- ✓ <30pts remaining → Build is optimized, issue is mechanical skill
- ✓ 30-50pts remaining → Under-invested, add core attachments
- ✓ 50-100pts remaining → No build identity, restart from scratch
- ✓ Change ONE attachment per test session (5-10 matches)
- ✓ Track K/D, average damage, engagement range deaths
- ✓ Revert if performance drops >10%
- ✓ Copy a meta build exactly (see Meta Weapon Combos)
- ✓ Play 10 matches with meta build
- ✓ If K/D improves → Your custom build was the problem
- ✓ If K/D identical → Your mechanical skill is the limiter
Info:
Emergency Rollback (Mid-Match): If attachment reset bug hits (Phantom Edition), switch to Loadout 2/3/4 with non-Phantom weapon. If laser/flashlight auto-on reveals position, toggle OFF with T key immediately. If bipod refuses to deploy, reposition to verified surface or treat as standard grip.
📋 Quick Reference: Build Templates
Copy-paste these battle-tested templates as starting points, then adjust based on available unlocks and personal preference.
- • Standard Suppressor (25pts)
- • Alloy Vertical (25pts)
- • CCO Red Dot (10pts)
- • Soft Point (20pts)
- • Fast Mag (varies)
Remaining: 25pts for mag/laser
- • Compensated Brake (20pts)
- • Extended Barrel (25pts)
- • Classic Vertical (35pts)
- • BF-2M 3.00x (15pts)
- • Soft Point (20pts)
Remaining: 20pts (swap grip to save)
- • CQB Suppressor (20pts)
- • Short Barrel (15pts)
- • Ribbed Vertical (20pts)
- • 120MW Blue Laser (30pts)
- • Soft Point (20pts)
Remaining: 10pts for lightweight mag
- • Single-Port Brake (5pts)
- • Folding Vertical (10pts)
- • CCO Red Dot (10pts)
- • Soft Point (20pts)
- • Red Laser (10pts)
Remaining: 45pts for experimentation
- • Lightened Suppressor (30pts)
- • Carbon Barrel (30pts)
- • Bipod (20pts)
- • S-VPS 6.00x (20pts)
- • Need to remove for budget
Exceeds budget—remove suppressor OR rangefinder
- • No Suppressor (0pts)
- • Carbon Barrel (30pts)
- • ADS DLC Bolt (30pts)
- • Bipod (20pts)
- • S-VPS 6.00x (20pts)
Stay-scoped variant, no stealth
✅ Final Checklist: Loadout Optimization
Use this checklist before and after every match to ensure your loadout is optimized and free from known bugs.
- ☐ Point budget = 70-100pts spent (if <70pts, under-optimized)
- ☐ Build identity clear (stealth, recoil, damage, mobility, hip-fire)
- ☐ No trap attachments (Heavy Suppressor, 200-Round Belt, Light Barrel)
- ☐ Optic matches engagement range (iron/red dot <20m, 3x 20-60m, 6x 60m+)
- ☐ Ammo type equipped (Soft Point minimum)
- ☐ Laser/flashlight toggled OFF (T key) after spawn
- ☐ K/D improved vs previous loadout? (if no, revert ONE attachment)
- ☐ Died to recoil >3 times? (upgrade grip tier)
- ☐ Died off-minimap >5 times? (position revealed, consider suppressor)
- ☐ Lost CQB >50% of encounters? (add Blue Laser, Short Barrel, or hip-fire)
- ☐ Lost long-range >50%? (add Extended Barrel, upgrade optic, positioning)
- ☐ Same loadout for 30+ days? (check for meta shifts, new patches)
- ☐ Stats plateaued? (mechanical skill ceiling, watch VOD review)
- ☐ New weapon unlocked? (test with same attachment template)
- ☐ Patch notes mention balance changes? (retest affected attachments)
- ☐ NOT using Phantom Edition weapons (attachment reset bug)
- ☐ NOT building around Mobility stat (likely broken)
- ☐ Laser/flashlight toggled OFF after spawn (respawn bug)
- ☐ Bipod deployment tested on your positions (inconsistent surfaces)
📅 Revisit Triggers
This guide will be updated when significant changes occur to the attachment system or meta. Set calendar reminders for these dates.
- ☐ December 1, 2025 - 30-day review, patch notes check
- ☐ New Season Launch - Major balance changes expected
- ☐ Weapon nerfs/buffs (NVO-228E, PW7A2, L110)
- ☐ Attachment system changes (Pick-100 point costs rebalanced)
- ☐ Bug fixes (Mobility stat, reload UI, bipod deployment)
- ☐ New attachments (DLC/Season Pass additions)
- ☐ Sym.gg database launch (detailed stat verification)
- • DICE developer Twitter/X (Florian Le Bihan, David Sirland)
- • EA Forums “Battlefield 6 General Discussion”
- • Official BF6 patch notes
- • r/Battlefield6 “Bug Reports” and “Meta Discussion”
- • BF6 Discord servers (competitive feedback)
- • Sym.gg stat database (when available)
📚 Credits & Sources
This guide synthesizes community testing, official patch notes, and meta analysis from multiple sources to provide verified, actionable information.
- • Steam Community (Mobility stat testing, bipod mechanics)
- • EA Forums (attachment reset bugs, reload UI bug)
- • r/Battlefield6 (meta discussions, build optimization)
- • BF6 Discord servers (Blue Laser verification)
- • EA/DICE Patch Notes (Update 1.1.1.0 - Season 1)
- • Battlefield 6 Developer Twitter/X
- • Official BF6 bug tracker
- • Hone.gg (NVO-228E, PW7A2, L110 builds)
- • PC Gamer (M277, M87A1 optimization)
- • GAM3S.GG (attachment unlock strategies)
- • BLAST.tv (weapon tier lists)
- • GameRant (weapon stat explanations)
- • NoobFeed (attachment guides)
- • Deltia’s Gaming (Pick-100 system breakdown)
Built by FusionSaint Guides | Current Patch: Season 1 (1.1.1.0) | Revisit Date: December 1, 2025