Yes. Secure Boot is required to play Battlefield 6 on PC. EA says the game will prompt you to enable it if you try to launch without it. In practice, you should also have TPM 2.0 enabled, UEFI firmware active, and a GPT-formatted Windows system disk. These checks apply whether you own the game through the EA app, Steam, or the Epic Games Store, and EA describes the requirement as applying to Battlefield 6 on PC generally rather than to one launcher or game mode. The requirement comes from EA Javelin Anti-Cheat, so a PC can meet the advertised CPU and graphics specifications and still fail the security check.
What does Battlefield 6 require before it will launch?
EA’s current position is that Secure Boot must be enabled for Battlefield 6 on Windows PC. The practical checklist is broader than one firmware switch:
| Check | Required result |
|---|---|
| Operating system | 64-bit Windows 10 or Windows 11 |
| Firmware mode | UEFI |
| Secure Boot | On |
| TPM | TPM 2.0 enabled and ready for use |
| Windows system disk | GPT (GUID Partition Table) |
| Game hardware | Meets EA’s CPU, GPU, memory and storage requirements |
EA’s Secure Boot notice says an attempt to access the game without Secure Boot produces a prompt requiring it. The rule is tied to the PC version and is not presented as a multiplayer-only setting. EA’s Battlefield 6 FAQ likewise treats it as a general PC requirement.
Secure Boot is a UEFI firmware feature. It allows the machine to start only with trusted, digitally signed boot software. It is not Windows Defender, an antivirus option, or a setting in the game launcher. You change it in the motherboard or laptop firmware interface.
Why does Battlefield 6 require Secure Boot?
EA says Secure Boot gives Javelin Anti-Cheat a more trustworthy startup environment. Its stated goal is to make boot-level and kernel-level tampering harder, including rootkits, memory manipulation, injection, hardware-ID spoofing, virtual-machine or emulation tricks, and attempts to interfere with the anti-cheat itself. Secure Boot can improve the integrity of the boot chain, but it cannot guarantee that a game will be cheat-free.
The trade-off is that a game now depends on firmware and operating-system security settings that some PC owners deliberately disable for legacy operating systems, custom bootloaders, virtual machines, troubleshooting, or dual-boot configurations.
Do I need TPM 2.0 as well?
Practically, yes. EA’s Secure Boot guidance tells players to enable TPM 2.0 for supported EA games, and EA’s June 1, 2026 anti-cheat update describes a move toward strict TPM 2.0 enforcement. EA reported that 98.76% of current players were already on fully enabled, compliant hardware while 1.24% were affected by the forthcoming change.
Most compatible Intel and AMD systems expose firmware TPM rather than requiring a separate plug-in module. The label varies by manufacturer; examples include Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) and AMD firmware TPM (fTPM). A board can support TPM 2.0 while leaving it disabled, implementing it incorrectly, or requiring a BIOS update. EA’s July 2, 2026 update warned that some legitimate users might need motherboard firmware updates to resolve TPM compliance problems.
HVCI (Hypervisor-protected Code Integrity) and VBS (Virtualization-based Security) are separate Windows protections. EA said they had existed in the title since launch but had not been broadly enforced as of its June 1, 2026 update; the company was still considering whether to apply them broadly, only to suspicious players, ranked modes, or official tournaments. Treat Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 as current requirements, while recognizing that HVCI/VBS policy may change in a later update.
How do I check Secure Boot and UEFI in Windows?
Use Windows’ built-in System Information tool before changing firmware settings.
- Press Windows key + R.
- Enter
msinfo32and press Enter. - In System Information > System Summary, find BIOS Mode and Secure Boot State.
- BIOS Mode: UEFI and Secure Boot State: On means this part is ready.
- Secure Boot State: Off usually means the feature is supported but disabled.
- Secure Boot State: Unsupported can indicate a hardware or firmware limitation.
- BIOS Mode: Legacy means you must check the disk layout before changing boot settings.
Do not switch a Legacy installation to UEFI merely because a menu offers the option. Changing the firmware mode while Windows is still arranged for legacy boot can leave the computer unable to start.
How do I check TPM 2.0?
- Press Windows key + R.
- Type
tpm.mscand press Enter. - Confirm that the status says The TPM is ready for use.
- Check the specification information and verify Specification Version: 2.0.
A message that a TPM exists is not enough by itself. Battlefield 6’s anti-cheat check concerns TPM 2.0 compliance, so record both the readiness status and the specification version.
How do I check whether Windows uses GPT or MBR?
- Press Windows key + X.
- Select Disk Management.
- Locate the disk containing
OSDisk (C:). - Right-click that disk’s label in the left-hand column, not an individual partition.
- Choose Properties > Volumes.
- Read Partition style.
GUID Partition Table (GPT) is the layout expected for a UEFI installation. Master Boot Record (MBR) may require conversion before Secure Boot can be used safely.
How do I enable Secure Boot without risking a boot failure?
Prepare first, then use the manufacturer’s firmware instructions. BIOS and UEFI menus differ among desktop and laptop makers, so there is no reliable universal path such as “Boot > Secure Boot” for every machine.
Prepare Windows and recovery information
- Back up important files.
- Confirm that the Windows disk is GPT, or plan a validated conversion.
- Confirm that TPM 2.0 is available.
- Read the computer or motherboard manufacturer’s instructions for its exact model.
- If BitLocker or device encryption is enabled, make sure you can retrieve the recovery key. Firmware changes can trigger recovery.
- Do not disable Legacy/CSM boot support until you know Windows is installed for UEFI.
EA warns that incorrect firmware changes can create startup problems and recommends consulting the system or motherboard manufacturer.
Enter UEFI firmware from Windows
- Search Windows for Change Advanced Startup Options.
- Beside Advanced startup, select Restart now.
- Choose Advanced options.
- Select UEFI Firmware Settings, then restart into setup.
Change the firmware settings
- Open the Boot, Security, or similarly named tab.
- Set Secure Boot to Enabled.
- If available, set OS Type to Windows UEFI mode.
- If Secure Boot cannot be selected, check whether CSM or Legacy boot is enabled. Some systems also require restoring the factory Secure Boot keys or setting an administrator/supervisor BIOS password.
- Choose Save Changes & Reset.
After Windows starts, run msinfo32 again. Confirm BIOS Mode: UEFI and Secure Boot State: On. EA notes that an additional restart may be needed before the anti-cheat recognizes the change.
What should I do if the Windows disk is MBR?
Do not run a conversion command automatically. First make a current backup, save your encryption recovery key, and identify the disk number that actually contains Windows. The examples below use Disk 0 only because that is EA’s example; your system disk may have another number.
- Open an elevated PowerShell window or Administrator Command Prompt.
- Validate the intended disk, replacing
0if necessary:mbr2gpt /validate /disk:0 /allowfullOS - Continue only if validation succeeds. Then run:
mbr2gpt /convert /disk:0 /allowfullOS - Restart into firmware and change boot mode from Legacy/CSM to UEFI.
- Enable Secure Boot and verify the result in
msinfo32.
If validation fails, stop and diagnose the reported cause rather than forcing conversion. A business-critical PC, a complicated partition layout, encryption, or uncertainty about the disk number is a good reason to use the manufacturer’s support service or a qualified technician.
Why can Battlefield 6 still reject a PC that shows Secure Boot enabled?
Check the complete chain instead of reinstalling the game first.
- Run
msinfo32and verify both BIOS Mode: UEFI and Secure Boot State: On. - Run
tpm.mscand verify that TPM is ready and reports version 2.0. - Install the latest stable BIOS/UEFI release offered by the computer or motherboard manufacturer if it addresses TPM or Secure Boot compatibility.
- Restart Windows again after firmware changes.
- Update chipset, motherboard, and graphics drivers.
- Use the relevant store’s verify or repair function for the Battlefield 6 installation.
- Allow EA Javelin Anti-Cheat to install or repair when prompted.
- Confirm that Windows is booting through the intended UEFI entry rather than a legacy or alternate disk entry.
- Contact EA support if Windows reports compliant settings but Javelin still reports a failure.
EA has acknowledged motherboard implementation problems and says BIOS updates may be needed for legitimate systems. A game-file reinstall cannot correct a firmware-compliance failure.
Can an older PC be made compatible?
UEFI and TPM are supported but disabled
This is usually the simplest case: enable firmware TPM and Secure Boot after confirming GPT and UEFI boot mode.
UEFI exists but Windows uses Legacy/MBR
The system may be fixable with a backed-up, successful mbr2gpt validation followed by conversion and a controlled switch to UEFI.
Secure Boot or TPM 2.0 is unsupported
There may be no software-only solution. A BIOS update, compatible motherboard or platform upgrade, or another supported PC may be necessary. Do not use anti-cheat bypasses, spoofing tools, unsigned boot modifications, or unofficial firmware.
Dual-boot Linux and virtual machines
Turning on Secure Boot does not erase another operating system, but it can prevent an unsigned bootloader or kernel from starting. Linux distributions may require signed boot components or enrolled keys, and some virtual-machine or hardware-emulation setups can conflict with anti-cheat checks. Compatibility depends on the exact bootloader and configuration; consult that operating system’s documentation rather than assuming dual-booting is impossible.
What other PC specifications does Battlefield 6 have?
Security compliance is separate from graphics performance. EA’s FAQ lists these current specifications:
| Specification | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 64-bit Windows 10 | 64-bit Windows 11 |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 | Intel Core i7-10700 or AMD Ryzen 7 3700X |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | Nvidia RTX 2060, AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT 6GB, or Intel Arc A380 | Nvidia RTX 3060 Ti, AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT, or Intel Arc B580 |
| API | DirectX 12 | DirectX 12 |
| Storage | 60 GB available | 90 GB available |
| Internet | Broadband connection required | Broadband connection required |
| Virtual reality | No VR support | No VR support |
EA also says an internet connection is required to download critical updates and play. Meeting these CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage figures does not remove the Secure Boot, TPM, UEFI, or GPT checks.
Is there a supported bypass if my PC cannot use Secure Boot?
No supported bypass is identified in EA’s official material. Your options are to enable the existing features, update the system firmware, convert a suitable MBR installation, obtain professional assistance, replace an unsupported motherboard or platform, or use another supported platform. Avoid utilities, registry edits, emulators, spoofers, and unofficial launch methods that claim to defeat Javelin requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will enabling Secure Boot delete Windows or my game files?
Enabling the setting does not normally delete files. The risk is a boot-configuration mismatch: changing Legacy/CSM and UEFI settings on an unprepared installation can stop Windows from starting, and encrypted systems may request their recovery key.
Do I need to buy a separate TPM module?
Not necessarily. Many Intel and AMD platforms provide TPM 2.0 through firmware, commonly labeled PTT or fTPM. Check the exact motherboard documentation before buying a module, because connector type and firmware support are model-specific.
Does Battlefield 6 require Secure Boot on Steam and Epic as well as the EA app?
EA describes Secure Boot as a requirement for Battlefield 6 on PC and does not limit the rule to one storefront. The launcher changes how the game is delivered, not the firmware checks performed by the anti-cheat.
Can I keep using Linux after turning Secure Boot on?
Often, but the result depends on the distribution and bootloader. You may need signed boot components or enrolled keys; an unsigned custom loader can be blocked even though the Linux installation remains on the disk.
Can EA Play Pro replace buying Battlefield 6?
EA’s FAQ says EA Play Pro members receive access to the Phantom Edition at launch, while standard EA Play members receive a Deployment Pack. Subscription access and ownership are different, and current regional terms should be checked on EA’s official service page.