Electronic Arts has announced a new free-to-play game called Battlefield Play4Free.  It’s designed to have have 32-player online battles with maps from Battlefield 2 and classes, weapons and vehicles from Battlefield: Bad Company 2.

“We broke new ground in 2009 with the launch of Battlefield Heroes; a game that has 6 million registered players worldwide. Now we are complementing that arcade shooter with a core, realistic Battlefield shooter experience that fans have been clamouring for,” said James Salt, Senior Producer, Battlefield Play4Free. “Battlefield Play4Free is for serious shooter fans who are looking for a premium — but free — experience that rivals top console titles.”

While Battlefield Play4Free will launch in Spring 2011, those interested in the closed beta that starts November 30 should visit battlefield.play4free.com.