Battlefield 1 is often included in via EA Play, making it easy to grab. Press the Xbox button to open the guide and select Store . Search for "Battlefield 1."

Once the progress bar hits 100%, don't jump into a match just yet:

PlayStation allows "Data to Start Application" early. This usually only lets you play the Storm of Steel prologue. For the full multiplayer experience, check your Downloads notifications to ensure the full ~80GB update is finished. 4. Essential Post-Installation Steps

Most PC players will use either the (formerly Origin) or Steam . Even if you buy it on Steam, you will still need an EA account.

Right-click the game (PC) or press the Options/Menu button (Console) and select Check for Update . BF1 received its final major patch years ago, but ensuring you have the latest build prevents "Version Mismatch" errors.

To manage the installation (including DLC like They Shall Not Pass ), go to > Manage Game and Add-ons .