Battlefield 2042 Adds Dead Space-Themed Rewards for Outbreak Mode

Battlefield 2042's crossover with the Dead Space franchise offers players a limited-time opportunity to earn four exclusive in-game rewards. The rewards can be obtained by participating in the newly introduced Outbreak game mode before the event concludes on July 16. This collaboration allows Battlefield 2042 players to showcase their enthusiasm for the Dead Space series through themed cosmetic items and other content within the game.

Battlefield 2042's current season features a crossover with the Dead Space franchise, offering players a chance to earn four exclusive in-game rewards. The highlight of this limited-time event is the introduction of the Outbreak game mode, a capture point-based PvE experience that tasks a squad of four players with fending off waves of AI-controlled Geist enemies on the Boreas map.

As Battlefield 2042 approaches the end of its support, this Dead Space crossover seems to serve as a final farewell for the multiplayer shooter. The event also includes a paid bundle containing the Isaac Clarke-inspired Marked Man skin, catering to fans of the horror franchise. With EA reportedly canceling plans to remake Dead Space 2 following the success of the original game's remake, this Battlefield 2042 crossover provides an opportunity for players to engage with the Dead Space universe in a new setting.

Battlefield 2042's Dead Space crossover event offers free in-game rewards for players beyond the paid cosmetic bundle. By playing any official game mode, players can earn a variety of Dead Space-themed items, with the new Outbreak mode providing double progress towards these rewards. The rewards include a weapon charm, player card, player tag, and a Plasma Cutter-inspired weapon skin, which can be unlocked by earning 20, 40, 60, and 80 ribbons, respectively.

Battlefield 2042 X Dead Space Event Rewards

Future Imperfect Weapon Charm (20 Ribbons)

Genesis / Necrosis Player Card (40 Ribbons)

Unifier Player Tag (60 Ribbons)

Made Anew MP28 Pistol Skin (80 Ribbons)

Some Battlefield 2042 players have expressed disappointment with the final Dead Space-themed reward, a Plasma Cutter-inspired weapon skin for the MP28 pistol. While the earlier rewards, such as the weapon charm and player card, have been well-received, the choice of the MP28 as the platform for the Plasma Cutter skin has been criticized, as the pistol is considered one of the weaker weapons in the game. However, the similar visual design of the MP28 and the Plasma Cutter from Dead Space may have influenced DICE's decision to utilize that particular firearm for the crossover content.

Battlefield 2042's Dead Space crossover event offers a limited-time opportunity for players to earn all four rewards, which requires accumulating a total of 80 ribbons. Despite the event just beginning, the window for players to acquire these themed items will close on July 16, leaving approximately one week for completion. While the requirements seem achievable, the imminent conclusion of Battlefield 2042's seventh season suggests this crossover may be among the game's final content updates, as DICE shifts its focus to future projects.