Battlefield 2042 update 4.0 patch notes preview: Voice chat, EOR leaderboard, Specialist changes
Battlefield 2042’s 4.0 update patch notes are shaping up to be the most significant for the game yet. Devs have already outed several major changes that it’s set to bring and we have all the latest details on it.
The game’spoor designchoices,cosmetic decisions, and many more problems are all symptomatic of Battlefield 2042’s dwindlingplayer count. EA have already held their hands up and said that Battlefield 2042hasn’t beenall that they had hoped.
DICE are still desperately trying to fix Battlefield 2042’s issues, update it, and turn it into something akin tothe game’searly promise. The introduction of a leaderboard in the3.3 updatewas an example of how the devs are listening to the fans.
The 4.0 update is incoming and, hopefully, it can undo even more of the damage.
Battlefield 2042 update 4.0 release date & time
EA and DICE have confirmed that the 4.0 update for Battlefield 2042 is set to go live from08:00 UTConApril 19, 2022.
It’s a ginormous update with tons of bug fixes and an array of various other features to improve the game.
Update 4.0 for#Battlefield2042goes live across all platforms tomorrow (19/4) at 08:00 UTC ✅
It’s a zero-downtime update so you’ll be good to jump in and play once you have it downloaded 🎮
Update Notes:https://t.co/d22PICnrOhpic.twitter.com/PlrUo1madD
— Battlefield Comms (@BattlefieldComm)August 14, 2025
Battlefield 2042 4.0 update features: VoIP, EOR leaderboard, bug fixes
The full extent of the patch notes are substantial, so here are a few of the key points cut down and condensed for you to absorb easier.
End of round leaderboard
Even though Battlefield 2042 now provides an in-game leaderboard for players to observe stats as a match unfolds, there is still no definitive leaderboard at the end of a match. That will be changing with the 4.0 update.
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Voice chat
Another strange omission from the game is finally set to land as voice chat will be available for players to communicate from 4.0 onwards without the need of a private party.
Specialist improvements
The concept of the ‘Specialist’ has been a controversial change in Battlefield 2042, but players fond of Rao and Paik will be pleased to know that their Traits will be tweaked.
Improved Ribbons and XP
Ribbons are apparently going to be easier to earn, as well as support actions such as healing and general team play being rewarded with more XP.
Bug fixes and QOL improvements
Almost a given with every new update, but 4.0 is expected to drop an absolute ton of fixes to make the gameplay smoother and bug-free e.g improved vehicle handling and functionality.
Battlefield 2042 update 4.0 patch notes
The complete patch notes are expected to be revealed during the week of July 14, 2025, and when they are fully announced by EA and DICE, we’ll be quick to update this page and let you know!
Update 0.4.0
Fixes, Changes, and Improvements
VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) is now available in Battlefield 2042.
There are two voice chat channels to choose between: Party and Squad. Settings for VoIP can be adjusted via Options > Sound/Voice > Chat while in-game.
Scoreboard
In Update 3.3 we released theUI refresh for the Scoreboard. Following this update this UI refresh will now also be available during the End of Round screens.
Weapon Attachments
With Update 4.0 we’ve overhauled the behavior of many weapon attachments to ensure that their impact when customizing your weapons is unique, and noticeable. Previously, some attachments had effects that were too similar from others, and it was unclear what the impact on your weapons would be when switching between them.
We encourage you to experiment with the refreshed weapon attachments to see how they feel after the update, and you’ll be able to read the full set of changes further down the page.
Matchmaking & Social
Progression and Unlocks
Battlefield Portal
AI Soldiers
Animations
Specialists
The behavior of many weapon attachments has been overhauled to ensure that their impact when customizing your weapons is unique, and noticeable. Previously, some attachments had effects that were too similar from others, and it was unclear what the impact on your weapons would be when switching between them. Here’s an example of updated behavior while customizing the AC-42:
