Are the Battlefield 4 servers shutting down? No, Battlefield 4 multiplayer will remain online
Let me assure my fellow Battlefield fans – Battlefield 4‘s servers are not shutting down in 2024, or anytime soon based on all indications. EA‘s plans to discontinue services for older Battlefield titles like Bad Company do not affect BF4‘s active player population or in-game support.
EA confirms shutdowns limited to legacy Battlefields
In February 2023, EA announced upcoming discontinuation of online services for these past Battlefield installments on December 8, 2023:
- Battlefield 1943
- Battlefield: Bad Company
- Battlefield: Bad Company 2
However, Battlefield 4 was not named among these end-of-life games. EA indicated these decisions focused on aging titles seeing dwindling activity.
With Battlefield 4 remaining highly popular years post-launch, EA preserving multiplayer access aligns with their goal to "focus resources on your continuing play with newer Battlefield experiences."
Robust player activity suggests longevity for Battlefield 4 multiplayer
Daily peak concurrent players across platforms:
| Game | 2016 Players | 2023 Players | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battlefield 4 | 15,000 | 5,000 | -67% |
| Battlefield 1 | 150,000 | 4,500 | -97% |
Battlefield 4‘s playercount proves its lasting appeal and active community. And while the audience has unsurprisingly declined since 2016, Battlefield 4 retains 33% more daily players than Battlefield 1.
In my opinion as an avid BF4 fan, this signals Battlefield 4 multiplayer could thrive for at least 3 more years if this engagement trajectory holds.
Gameplay and content advantages keep fans playing Battlefield 4
What‘s driving sustained interest in a title released back in 2013? From my firsthand experience and conversations with the Battlefield community, fans praise Battlefield 4 for:
- Refined overall gameplay balance and mechanics
- Over 30 maps to keep matches dynamic and unpredictable
- Gritty, modern military aesthetic missing in newer installments
- Customization depth unlocking creative combat strategies
- Focus on strategic teamplay when squadding up
Plus, years of live service support since launch have ironed out stability issues while bringing quality-of-life fixes that improve moment-to-moment gunplay.
In contrast, 2023‘s Battlefield 2042 struggles on many of these fronts according to reviews:
- Cramped maps with open areas exposing players to attack
- Specialists system disrupting traditional combat roles
- Emphasis on lone wolf gameplay rather than coordination
- Perceived lack of weapons and customization options
With Battlefield 4 avoiding these missteps while refining strengths like sandbox warfare, its loyal community stays engaged.
The future looks bright for Battlefield 4 servers and support
In summary, Battlefield 4 servers aren‘t going anywhere based on EA‘s recent end-of-life announcements. A MLID insider source even reported hearing BF4 support may continue for another 5 years.
While nostalgia inevitably casts a rosy glow on past entries, I believe Battlefield 4 earns that persistent fan affection through truly best-in-series execution of tactical first-person shooting anchored around team play.
We can expect Battlefield 4‘s multiplayer population to persist thanks to this stellar legacy defining the franchise‘s pinnacle. EA would be wise to keep these servers online meeting continued player demand. So suit up, solider – see you on the ever-raging Battlefield 4 frontlines!
