Battlefield 1 released in October 2016 and put the series in the First World War, where Operations chains two or three maps into one long attack and defence battle fought across a stack of battalions. When a team falls badly behind, the game hands it a Behemoth: the six seat Airship L30, the six seat Armored Train or the four seat Dreadnought. Gas grenades, bolt action rifles and cavalry horses make it the most deliberate shooter DICE has shipped in the modern era.
Battlefield 1 features distinct areas with increasing difficulty. This guide covers every major location in progression order: what to do, what to get, and when to move on. For the step-by-step path, see our walkthrough.
Area Progression Order
| Order | Location | Difficulty | Key Rewards | Recommended Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amiens | Conquest and Operations | Square control, building interiors, Armored Train behemoth | Medic |
| 2 | Argonne Forest | Conquest and Operations | Bunker complexes, trench networks, Armored Train behemoth | Medic |
| 3 | Sinai Desert | Conquest and Operations | Village flags, canyon flank, cavalry and Armored Train behemoth | Assault |
| 4 | Monte Grappa | Conquest and Operations | Fort interiors, tunnel routes, Airship L30 behemoth | Assault |
| 5 | St Quentin Scar | Conquest and Operations | Village ruins, open field armour lanes, Airship L30 behemoth | Assault |
Amiens: Starting Area
A shelled French city of shopfronts, courtyards and a central square. Fighting is short ranged and vertical, and the trailing team gets the Armored Train running the line along the map edge.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Conquest and Operations |
| Key Rewards | Square control, building interiors, Armored Train behemoth |
| Recommended Role | Medic |
| Key Weapons | Automatico M1918 |
What to Do Here
- Learn the basics of Operations mode. This is where you practice without heavy punishment.
- Collect starting resources and your first weapons upgrade.
- Clear all main content before moving to Argonne Forest.
- If you're struggling, read our beginner's guide.
Argonne Forest: Early Game
Dense woodland cut by bunkers and trench lines, one of the tightest maps in the game. Sightlines rarely open past 40 metres, which makes shotguns and submachine guns dominant.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Conquest and Operations |
| Key Rewards | Bunker complexes, trench networks, Armored Train behemoth |
| Recommended Role | Medic |
| Key Weapons | Automatico M1918 |
What to Do Here
- Focus on mastering Behemoths. It's critical from this point on.
- Farm for Automatico M1918 if you don't have it yet.
- Complete all objectives for maximum rewards.
- Prepare for the difficulty spike in Sinai Desert.
Sinai Desert: Mid Game
Wide open desert with a village, a canyon and a rail line. Horses cross the empty ground quickly, and the Armored Train can pin an entire flank if nobody brings anti tank tools.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Conquest and Operations |
| Key Rewards | Village flags, canyon flank, cavalry and Armored Train behemoth |
| Recommended Role | Assault |
| Key Weapons | Automatico M1918 |
What to Do Here
- This is the main skill check. Bring an optimized build.
- Hellriegel 1915 becomes accessible here. Prioritize getting it.
- Master Elite kits for the boss encounters.
- Check our boss guide if you get stuck.
Monte Grappa: Late Game
Italian alpine forts stacked up a mountainside, connected by tunnels and switchback paths. Attacking uphill is punishing, and the Airship L30 hangs over the ridge for the losing side.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Conquest and Operations |
| Key Rewards | Fort interiors, tunnel routes, Airship L30 behemoth |
| Recommended Role | Assault |
| Key Weapons | Hellriegel 1915 |
What to Do Here
- Full build optimization is expected by this point.
- Hellriegel 1915 should be your primary, fully upgraded.
- Bayonet charge mastery starts mattering here.
- Farm resources for the push into St Quentin Scar.
St Quentin Scar: Endgame
Ruined French farmland with a wrecked village at one end and open fields between objectives. Armour rules the open sections, and the Airship L30 arrives for whichever side is behind.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Conquest and Operations |
| Key Rewards | Village ruins, open field armour lanes, Airship L30 behemoth |
| Recommended Role | Assault |
| Key Weapons | Hellriegel 1915 |
What to Do Here
- This is endgame. Best-in-slot gear and a perfected build are mandatory.
- See our boss guide for endgame fight strategies.
- The reward loop: clear content → upgrade → push harder content.
- Experiment with Cavalry for variety once you've mastered the meta.
Exploration Tips
- Clear areas in order: Amiens → Argonne Forest → Sinai Desert → Monte Grappa → St Quentin Scar. Skipping areas means missing resources you'll need later.
- Check every corner: Hidden caches and secrets are often in non-obvious locations.
- Match your weapons: Some areas favor different weapons types.
- Read the walkthrough: Our walkthrough provides exact progression milestones for each area.
- Don't rush: Clearing an area fully gives more resources than speedrunning two areas.
More Battlefield 1 Guides
- Battlefield 1 Battlefield 1 Overview
- Battlefield 1 Best Builds
- Battlefield 1 Tier List
- Battlefield 1 Walkthrough
- Battlefield 1 Beginner's Guide
- Battlefield 1 Tips & Tricks
- Battlefield 1 Weapons Guide
- Battlefield 1 Combat Guide
- Battlefield 1 Boss Guide
- Battlefield 1 Crafting Guide
- Battlefield 1 Classes & Characters
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