Fans of the Battlefield 6 franchise are in an uproar in early 2026, thanks to a discussion that has taken over social media. It all started after the arrival of the new mini-battle pass to the Electronic Arts game, which offers the “Objective Ace” skin as a reward. However, Brazilian players soon noticed something familiar: the design of a skull with a diagonal crack on the skin’s mask bears a striking resemblance to an iconic artwork from the rival franchise, more specifically from Call of Duty: Ghosts, released years ago. The discussion quickly gained momentum in forums and online communities, raising questions about originality and possible cross-inspirations between the two FPS giants.
The comparison, however, does not point to an identical copy. The Battlefield 6 skin shows visible differences in its overall design, which may indicate only a random visual coincidence. Still, the timing is curious. This controversy arises shortly after the community itself pointed out the addition of a weapon icon in the game that appears to have been generated by AI, with two poorly positioned barrels. Thus, players are more alert than ever to any sign of content that seems derivative or unoriginal, creating a climate of distrust that Electronic Arts may need to address.
Coincidence or Deliberate Inspiration?
The similarity is centered on a specific detail: the pattern of the crack in the skull. While the Ghosts image became a striking symbol for a generation of players, the Battlefield 6 version tries to create its own visual identity within the game’s universe. Design experts often say that certain motifs, such as skulls with cracks, are recurrent in militarized pop culture, which would make the parallel less intentional. On the other hand, in a competitive market where every detail is analyzed, EA certainly does not want to be associated with creative borrowing from its main competitor.
The debate, ultimately, highlights the intense and comparative relationship between the Call of Duty and Battlefield communities. If on one hand the similarity generates memes and heated discussions, on the other it keeps players engaged and talking about the games. The outcome of this story, however, is yet to come. The ball is now with developer DICE and publisher EA, who may choose to comment or simply let the dust settle on its own, while fans keep an eye on each new content update.
