Battlefield Hardline is a first-person shooter that shifts the series’ focus to crime and law enforcement. Players engage in high-stakes police vs. criminal battles in urban settings, with a story centered on a vice cop fighting against a criminal underworld. The game introduces new modes like Heist and Hotwire, featuring tactical gameplay with a mix of traditional Battlefield mechanics and new police-oriented features. It offers a single-player campaign with narrative-driven missions and a variety of multiplayer modes. The game is known for its fresh take on the Battlefield formula, with an emphasis on crime and justice.