Fortifications

Fortifications are a new gameplay feature introduced in Battlefield V. Fortifications allow players to construct their own structures during matches by utilizing a toolbox. This allows cover or obstacles to be created and change the flow of maps. Each class can construct the standard defensive fortifications, but the Support kit can also construct offensive fortifications as well as build at a much faster rate.

The Toolbox, a gadget always carried by each class (similarly to the Gas Mask in Battlefield 1), is the primary item used to build these fortifications. When equipped by a player, the tool being used will change based on the contextual action the player intends to perform, ranging from a hammer for putting up wooded barricades, a wrench when constructing stationary weapons and tank traps, a shovel when digging earthworks or a sandbag when building up sandbag walls. The Advanced Toolbox is carried by the Support, Tanker and Pilot kits and only differs from the normal toolbox by constructing fortifications faster and allowing offensive fortifications to be built.

Fortifications are neutral objects and thus can be built or used by either faction. Some fortifications require multiple steps in order unlock additional fortifications. For example, the frames of bridges must be built first before wooden boards can be placed on them or dirt barriers must be placed before sandboxes may be placed atop them. Fortifications can only be built at certain locations on a map. These positions are indicated on the minimap, and shown in outline with a hammer icon when the toolbox is actively equipped. Unbuilt fortifications are highlighted in a transparent white and are only visible to those who have toolboxes equipped. If a player or vehicle lies on top of a fortification once it has been built, it will be highlighted in a transparent red. These fortification will only be completed once the obstruction has moved.

Fortifications can only be destroyed using explosives or vehicles, and will resist most other projectiles. The toolbox cannot be used to attack enemy players or vehicles, nor used to dismantle standing fortifications. Some partially demolished fortifications can be replaced anew, while some others like the anti-tank obstacle can only be built once.

Other

 * Snowman

Trivia

 * Offensive fortifications cannot be towed.


 * When idle with a toolbox, the player's third-person model shows them holding only a hammer.