DICE want you to know that Battlefield 1's horses aren't just tacked-on

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DICE has opened up about the unique role horses will play in Battlefield 1.
After trotting out yesterday's new gameplay trailer and open beta announcement, DICE's appropriately-named Tommy Rydling has added a new post to the Battlefield blog, discussing the influence of cavalry in the upcoming shooter.
According to DICE, horses can act as powerful melee units, enabling the rider to both trample over enemy infantry and scythe them down with a passing swing of the sabre. Players will also be able to use rifles from horseback, drop ammo and bandages to assist teammates, and harass vehicles with their anti-tank grenades and uniquely equine agility.
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