New Battlefield Game Teases Most Realistic Destruction Effects
Battlefield games have always stood out among other shooters for their unique features, and one of the most notable is the destructibility of the game’s maps. Players can demolish buildings and reshape the environment to a certain extent. Electronic Arts recently posted a job listing for its developer, Ripple Effect, indicating that the next Battlefield project is set to take the destruction system to new heights. The listing seeks someone who can create the most realistic and exciting destruction effects in the industry.
The job listing, which gained attention this week, was found on the Electronic Arts website. The company is searching for a VFX director for Ripple Effect, a studio established in 2021. Although the listing doesn’t reveal the name of the upcoming Battlefield game, fans are eagerly anticipating the enhanced destruction effects.
We are looking for a Senior 3D Artist like you to help us create the most realistic and exciting destruction effects in the industry, the job listing stated.
According to the listing, the VFX director will be responsible for developing stunning real-time visual effects using a mastery of high-quality particle effects, textures, and shaders. Their goal is to make the destruction effects not only visually appealing but also functionally effective.
While the job listing doesn’t explicitly mention Battlefield, it is undoubtedly related to the popular franchise. Ripple Effect, previously known as DICE LA, has contributed to various Battlefield titles such as Battlefield Hardline, Battlefield 1, Battlefield 4, and Battlefield 5. In 2021, the studio was rebranded as Ripple Effect, and Electronic Arts hinted that they would be working on a new experience for Battlefield 2042 as well as an unannounced project, which is likely the focus of this job listing.
Ripple Effect is led by Vince Zampella, a renowned developer at Electronic Arts known for his work as the head of Respawn Entertainment, the studio behind Apex Legends.
Zampella expressed his confidence in the team, saying, The talent here has a great track record of producing high-quality titles, and the studio’s set to make even more incredible games in the future. With an amazing new campus coming to Los Angeles and remote positions available, now is a great time to consider joining us.
While gamers eagerly await more information about this new project, Battlefield 2042 continues to receive updates. The next update is just a few days away, and early patch notes have already been released to give players a glimpse of what to expect.
In summary, Electronic Arts is seeking a VFX director to create groundbreaking destruction effects for their upcoming Battlefield project. The job listing doesn’t explicitly mention the game, but with Ripple Effect’s history of working on Battlefield titles, it seems highly likely. Fans are already excited about the potential for even more realistic and thrilling destruction in the next installment. With the talent and experience at Ripple Effect, expectations are high for what they will deliver.
