Battlefield 6 Season 1 is getting extended, and while some players were expecting Season 2 to kick off right after the original end date, EA has confirmed the next season is now coming later than planned.
The developers said the extension is meant to give them extra time to polish Season 2 using community feedback instead of rushing it out.
If you’re wondering what this means for your Battle Pass progress and what content is still coming before Season 2 begins, here’s everything you need to know.
When Does Battlefield 6 Season 2 Start?
EA confirmed that Season 2 for Battlefield 6 and REDSEC will officially begin on February 17, 2026.
Season 1 was initially set to wrap up around January 20 with a fast shift into the next season, but it’s now being extended as a bridge between the two major updates.
The Season 1 Extension Update will go live on January 20, 2026. This is the update that officially starts the extension period, and it includes new weekly content and progression so the game doesn’t feel like it’s stuck in limbo while Season 2 is being prepared.
EA also mentioned players should expect update notes around that time focusing on fixes and stability improvements, meaning part of this update’s purpose is to refine the overall experience heading into Season 2.
What Players Get Before Season 2 Begins
Even though Season 2 has been pushed back, EA is not ending Season 1 progression early.
Instead, the Season 1 extension period adds extra incentives to keep players active, including:
- New weekly challenges
- A new Bonus Path
- A continuation of the Season 1 Battle Pass until Season 2 begins
- A showcase of Portal Community Experiences
- Multiple Double XP periods
- Free daily login rewards
In other words, it’s not “dead weeks.” EA is trying to keep the live-service momentum going while also buying time to deliver a stronger Season 2.
Will the Season 1 Battle Pass Still Be Active?
Yes. EA confirmed that the Season 1 Battle Pass will remain available until February 17, meaning players will still be able to progress and finish it throughout the extension period.
This is especially important for anyone who didn’t finish their tiers before the original season end window, since it gives more time to unlock remaining rewards without the usual end-of-season cutoff pressure.
What Is the Frostfire Bonus Path?
The biggest new piece of content during the extension is the Frostfire Bonus Path, which launches on January 27.
Frostfire works like an additional reward track, giving players new cosmetics and XP boosts to chase while waiting for Season 2. EA has highlighted rewards such as:
- A Weapon Package
- A Soldier Skin
- XP boosts and customization items
Some of these are free, while extra rewards are tied to owning the Season 1 Battle Pass.
Frostfire Bonus Path Rewards (Free vs Battle Pass Owners)
EA confirmed Frostfire includes both free unlocks and premium rewards. Free rewards include:
- Hardware XP Boost
- Vehicle Skin
- Player card customization items
- Battle Pass owners can also unlock:
- A Weapon Package
- Career XP Boost
- Additional customization rewards
So even if you don’t have the Battle Pass, Frostfire still gives you rewards during the extension period, but pass owners will get the best bundle of unlocks.
Can You Progress Frostfire and the Battle Pass at the Same Time?
Yes — and EA confirmed Frostfire can be completed alongside the Season 1 Battle Pass, so you don’t have to choose between progressing your main pass or Frostfire.
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Both tracks can be advanced during the same period. Frostfire is progression-based and uses Bonus Path Points.
Completing the full path requires 110 Bonus Path Points. Unlike previous Bonus Paths, Frostfire points are earned only through Weekly Challenges, and EA specifically noted there are no Bonus Challenges attached to this track.
Not every weekly challenge awards points, and the amount earned depends on difficulty, so players are expected to check the in-game challenges menu to see what contributes to Frostfire progression.
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