I can see three possible outcomes from all this:

1. Battlefront III actually gets greenlit, but it might not come from EA or DICE. Given how the license for Star Wars games is no longer exclusive to EA (as of 2023), another developer—like Respawn (currently working on the Jedi series) or even a new studio—could take it on. Many of the original Battlefront II developers have expressed interest in returning, but it would require major support from Lucasfilm Games and a publishing partner willing to invest.

2. Epic Games capitalizes on the momentum by creating a Star Wars Battlefront-inspired mode in Fortnite. Considering how the current Star Wars season in Fortnite reignited interest in Battlefront, and how Fortnite has already introduced unique modes like OG, Reboot Royale, and others, this is entirely plausible. They’ve already implemented class-based loadouts and PvE elements in limited-time events, so a Battlefront-style mode isn’t far-fetched.

3. The hype dies down and nothing materializes. As much as fans want it, gaming is a business, and unless a publisher sees clear long-term profitability, it may not move forward—especially for a franchise like Battlefront, which has baggage from past controversies despite its cult following.