Battlefield 2

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  1. keefbaker
    Oct 16, 2013
    9
    The original massive battle arena. I spent huge amounts of hours in this game and am glad i did. Tons of fun.Online shooters don't come much better than this old gem.
  2. rygu
    Mar 5, 2014
    10
    Still the war-FPS that all others should be compared to. BF3 and 4 were console ports, and aimed for bad players with the no-recoil and tons of crutch weapons. Those are war arcade shooters. BF2 is a squad based tactical war-FPS. I miss this game, best FPS ever made.
  3. MrTripp
    Apr 16, 2013
    10
    My favourite game of all time. Forever and always.

    It has the most content out of all of the Battlefield series and it's definitely the most fun. With over 30 maps with 3 variations each (90 maps, technically) and hundreds of weapons, vehicles, players and mods you really can't find a better pseudo-realistic war game than this one. I think this was the only game I've ever played    My favourite game of all time. Forever and always.

    It has the most content out of all of the Battlefield series and it's definitely the most fun.

    With over 30 maps with 3 variations each (90 maps, technically) and hundreds of weapons, vehicles, players and mods you really can't find a better pseudo-realistic war game than this one.

    I think this was the only game I've ever played to really balance realistic and not realistic perfectly, it has a realistic chain of command and getting medals and promotions, as well as slightly realistic physics, but you can also get into a car and drive up an exploding ramp and then jump out the side and parachute to safety.

    The game definitely feels the best out of all of the Battlefield games. As soon as you boot it up you just feel like you have complete control over everything, and you feel like it's your fault that your dying when you do die because of how good the controls are.

    As said before, there are loads of vehicles, and most maps have an aircraft carrier for the USMC. The Aircraft Carrier always has helicopters and jets on it, but this isn't like Battlefield 3 where every jet and helicopter are almost exactly the same, these jets have strengths and weaknesses.

    Say there was a two seater jet that could drop 15 bombs and had 4 miniguns, it would fly very slowly and wouldn't be very agile.

    Say there was a one seater jet with no bombs and like 2 machine guns, it would fly very quickly and would be extremely agile.

    Lots of people all around the world still play this game all the time, but sadly, the modding community kinda died out.

    But, that doesn't mean you can't play these mods, because this game has bots, and the bots in this game are very smart.

    If you play vanilla Battlefield 2 you will be greeted to a screen that tells you that you can only have 16 bots on each map, that's fine, you need to get BF2ALL64.

    This mod allows you to play BF2 with 64 bots in 64 player maps in co-op and single player. It's great

    But definitely, the most popular mod is Project Reality.

    Project Reality is pretty much ARMA in the Battlefield 2 engine with Bad Company's destruction, and it is amazing.

    It's a super realistic, slow-paced war shooter that is incredibly intense. I would highly recommend if you have patience, because the matches run very slowly.

    AIX is my personal favorite mod out of all of them. What it does is make the bots smarter and add everything from the expansions into the full game, and it also adds heaps of new stuff, such as miniguns and new maps (Archipalago is amazing, you have to play it on AIX) that you can play in co-op or single player.

    Also, don't listen to what LordLeckie said, the vanilla weapons are definitely the strongest. They didn't go overboard with the unlock thing, which is another good thing.

    Overall, this game is my favorite game of all time and you will probably have a blast playing this, but don't put your expectations too high or you might be disappointed. I'm just really passionate about this game.    … Expand
  4. igor-qwe
    Jun 7, 2013
    8
    "Battlefield 2" was one of the reasons I had my PC upgraded for (I don't remember exactly)th time :)
    It took much time for "Call of Duty" creators to bring players to the modern action, but EA decided to let us use modern weapons much earlier.
    First big sequel to the popular series brought us large maps, various class types and tons of fun time. I have to say that in "Battlefield 2" I    "Battlefield 2" was one of the reasons I had my PC upgraded for (I don't remember exactly)th time :)
    It took much time for "Call of Duty" creators to bring players to the modern action, but EA decided to let us use modern weapons much earlier.

    First big sequel to the popular series brought us large maps, various class types and tons of fun time. I have to say that in "Battlefield 2" I was never a big fan of vehicles. Somehow they seemed I bit sluggish so mostly I enjoyed combat on foot, which allowed me to use at my best my favourite class medic. Defibrillator unit was firstly introduced to the game and significantly changed gameplay. Having a medic nearby would allow more heroic actions than you had previously let yourself to perform. Assault class was my second favourite one, although my friends often gave preference to engineers.

    Having one right behind your tank would make you almost unstoppable force. Playing as a sniper was difficult for me, because I never understood a sniper rifle that did not kill an enemy with a single shot.
    A new feature that was introduced but never appreciated, by me at least, was artillery fire, that was often used as bombing of the point at the moment when it was captured by an enemy.

    To give more balance against heavy vehicles new rocket launchers were introduced, that were statically set at some places and allowed firing missiles.

    "Battlefield 2" also had AI partners that could make you a company. Having AI in opposite team often made playing a nightmare as making headshots with a pistol from unbelievable distance was not a big deal for them.

    Weapon's kickback was not a big deal to get used to, but somehow I consider it a problem, because this way you can't 'feel' weapons.

    Anyway, everything that was not appreciated by me doesn't make the game any worse, so at the moment of release, eight long years ago I would recommend it to any player who liked shooters.    … Expand
  5. Simolius
    Jul 2, 2013
    8
    This is the best of the Battlefield series! In my opinion, the new Battlefield games are inferior to the pre-BF Bad Company games. While old-school BF games focus on the multiplayer, recent BF games add singleplayer campaigns and a bunch of other stuff that doesn't belong in the BF series. If you haven't played the old BF games, you are doing it wrong...The graphics and the gameplay stillThis is the best of the Battlefield series! In my opinion, the new Battlefield games are inferior to the pre-BF Bad Company games. While old-school BF games focus on the multiplayer, recent BF games add singleplayer campaigns and a bunch of other stuff that doesn't belong in the BF series. If you haven't played the old BF games, you are doing it wrong...The graphics and the gameplay still hold up very well and there are a bunch of fun mods and maps you can install for free! Play BF2!… Expand
  6. Khyrid
    May 17, 2013
    7
    I like what the battlefield series is trying to do, but they have some issues. BF2 has way too many exploits. Hit-boxes come unglued when player's run around. Bunny hopping can make you immune to being blasted by an entire clip at point blank range. Often the game involved running this marathon across the game map only to die and start all over again. I did get some real enjoyment out ofI like what the battlefield series is trying to do, but they have some issues. BF2 has way too many exploits. Hit-boxes come unglued when player's run around. Bunny hopping can make you immune to being blasted by an entire clip at point blank range. Often the game involved running this marathon across the game map only to die and start all over again. I did get some real enjoyment out of the game tho. The urban maps were a lot more fun to me.… Expand
  7. NevNav
    Jun 15, 2013
    8
    Many people look at BF2 with rose tinted goggles and remember only the good parts about it and then give it 10/10 Im not gonna do that here i will list some of the big mistakes of the game>

    Cons........ Class balance You basicly only see assaults & medics Engineers & antitanks weapon suck ass so no one basicly ever used them. Magical repair aura in vehicles when you drive it as    Many people look at BF2 with rose tinted goggles and remember only the good parts about it and then give it 10/10 Im not gonna do that here i will list some of the big mistakes of the game>

    Cons........

    Class balance You basicly only see assaults & medics Engineers & antitanks weapon suck ass so no one basicly ever used them.
    Magical repair aura in vehicles when you drive it as engineer This led to camping side by side with 2 tanks & commander dropping supplybox behind them that repaired them aswell.

    Vehicle balance Helis 1 shotting everything with TV missile once you got the hang of the missile You could basicly dominate entire battlefield with it .
    Tanks basicly useless if there was any jets helis in the map
    Dolphin dive & bunny hopping
    OP weapons over other weapons

    Pros...

    Maps
    Teamwork
    Big squads & commander
    No supression
    Flight mechanics
    VOIP
    Destroyable bridges
    Intense fighting

    At the time Battlefield 2 was my favorite fps game and amazing for its time. It had major issues with bugs crashes balance but still in end i'd play it again     … Expand
  8. Basilone
    Sep 11, 2013
    6
    I tried to go back to playing this game recently, and the ballistics is terrible. I'm not complaining because there is no bullet drop, but the bullets simply do not hit where you are aiming most the time. Instead of recoiling your shots just radiate further and further away from your aim point. So I tired using the semi auto fire modes often and even though it is more accurate theyI tried to go back to playing this game recently, and the ballistics is terrible. I'm not complaining because there is no bullet drop, but the bullets simply do not hit where you are aiming most the time. Instead of recoiling your shots just radiate further and further away from your aim point. So I tired using the semi auto fire modes often and even though it is more accurate they still don't always hit where you are aiming which is very frustrating. Otherwise a great game, but the gun play is lackluster.… Expand
  9. BryanPan25
    Jul 24, 2013
    9
    one of the better fps'. Got really into it when i got it and i still play i from time to time. You can purchase replica airsoft guns from the game here: http://www.airsplat.com/battlefield-2.htm
  10. ecki
    Aug 1, 2013
    10
    I don`t know how often I heard the loading screen of the MEC and USA but it never gets ols. Good gameplay and it is a grat game. Bf3 did not have the same feeling as in Bf2 but it is still pretty good.
  11. Mahdiar
    Jul 6, 2016
    8
    Gameplay : 8
    Graphics : 7
    Story : 5
    Sound : 8
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    Overall : 8
  12. Marsonra
    Jul 12, 2014
    9
    Battlefield 2. My friends at school all really love one of two series: Battlefield or Call of Duty. What really ticks me off about it is that the popular kids all really like Call of Duty, which I consider terrible, and the unpopular kids really like Battlefield. It just goes to show you that these two franchises are at war with each other, and it has had really dire side effects on theBattlefield 2. My friends at school all really love one of two series: Battlefield or Call of Duty. What really ticks me off about it is that the popular kids all really like Call of Duty, which I consider terrible, and the unpopular kids really like Battlefield. It just goes to show you that these two franchises are at war with each other, and it has had really dire side effects on the world at large. I however, have chosen not to take a side in this war. I've only played the best games of these two franchises and that was it. I have already reviewed Call of Duty 4, which I thought was one of the worst games I've ever played. Now I'm reviewing the best Battlefield game, Battlefield 2. So, is this series really better than Call of Duty in every way, or do all modern warfare shooters totally suck after all? Let's find out. This game is an absolute blast to play! It is an online shooter with massive battlefields to fight on, and massive armies to fight with. This game really captures what it's like to be a member of the army and fight on huge battlefields. This game has only one gameplay mode, but because every map is so huge, when the game starts to feel old, other maps make it feel new again. This gameplay mode is conquest. In conquest, the two armies must fight to take control of the entire map, by taking over all of the control points. There is also a reinforcement counter, which shows how many more units on an army can spawn on the battlefield. Once one team controls more control points than the other, the other team starts losing reinforcements. The first team to take control of all of the control points, or get rid of all of the opposing team's reinforcements (this can also be done by simply killing the enemy as opposed to taking control points) wins. This game also emphasizes teamwork quite a bit. It is highly recommended that you get in a squad as early as possible. Also, if you are getting bored of going on foot to fight, or you have to take a long walk to an enemy control point, don't worry about it. There are also several vehicles to drive such as buggys, tanks, fighter jets, and even boats. This game also controls like your average shooter, so you don't have much to worry about in the controls department. In fact, this game is so fun, that the only real problem I have with it other than having only one game mode is that the jets and helicopters are really hard to fly. I found it insanely difficult to fly both air vehicles. However, it just goes to show you that this game has a good learning curve. The AI of this game can also be a challenge, which makes the game much more interesting. They do have a few problems here and there, but nothing major such as just sitting there doing nothing. Overall, no matter how you want to play this game, it will be fun no matter what. As for the graphics, while they may not be as good as Half-Life 2, which came out a year before this, they are still great graphics for their time. Everything in this game is very well detailed, looks the way it should, and perfectly replicates this game's modern warfare setting. It has settings in the United States of America, China, and the Middle East. All of these settings look about how you would expect in a modern day setting. The buildings, vehicles, and character models all look quite good. The only real problem that exists with the graphics is that despite how good they look, they might be a bit dated. Overall, the graphics of this game are great, if a bit dated. As for the presentation, it's great too. The menus can be a bit confusing sometimes, and the tutorials can be a bit confusing, but that's about it. Otherwise, this game has all of the modern military forces you would expect. Of course the U.S. Army is in this game, along with the Chinese, European Union, and Mecca armies. This game definitely presents itself as an excellent multiplayer shooter, and it succeeds in that respect. Overall, this game is a fantastic multiplayer shooter. It has everything good you would come to expect from a multiplayer shooter and more. The battles may be long, but that's just how they should be. In the end, I haven't chosen a side in the war between Call of Duty and Battlefield, but if I did, I would definitely choose Battlefield.
    Gameplay: 9/10
    Graphics: 9/10
    Presentation: 8/10
    Overall: 9/10    … Expand
  13. djstickLP
    Apr 5, 2014
    10
    The Maps are awesome, the weapons are awesome, the Engine for that release year is still good and everything else is awesome!

    Now you got BF4 and all this new stuff, but if you imagine, how BF2 was like BF4 back then. I prefer BF2 over the other ones, even if i only bought it last year. Still there are active people playing and new people too! Its just sad, that no one plays the    The Maps are awesome, the weapons are awesome, the Engine for that release year is still good and everything else is awesome!

    Now you got BF4 and all this new stuff, but if you imagine, how BF2 was like BF4 back then.
    I prefer BF2 over the other ones, even if i only bought it last year.
    Still there are active people playing and new people too!

    Its just sad, that no one plays the Special Forces DLC. Its a good DLC in my opinion, but the people care about the main game and the DLCs, that are build into the game, and not have to be started over the main game.

    This game is also moddable and has awesome mods like FORGOTTEN HOPE 2 and PROJECT REALITY with servers and players!    … Expand
  14. vinukabest3
    Apr 11, 2014
    10
    A really fun game that's it
    A really fun game that's it
    A really fun game that's it
    A really fun game that's it
    A really fun game that's it
    A really fun game that's it
    A really fun game that's it
  15. Parazitu91
    Apr 16, 2014
    10
    This game is a Masterpiece !!!! Is the best game in the series with great big maps, balance cases and guns with recoil :) This and 1942 are the diamante of DICE.
  16. PP19
    May 12, 2014
    10
    I miss the days before all this modern-aged shooters like Call of Duty:Puppies and Bugfield 4...I am still playing this game with my cousin and a bunch of friends and it is fun.If you have never play it,give it a shot!
  17. Marick
    Mar 29, 2015
    10
    For me it is the best I've played Battlefield before. The game manages to bring an atmosphere, a very good multiplayer. A great game for that year. .
  18. OOa007
    Oct 6, 2021
    9
    Great refresh after bf1942. Was nice to have some updated guns and vehicles but was said no navy like bf1942
  19. Termin8ter
    Aug 4, 2017
    9
    Battlefield 2 is a true evolution from both 1942 and Vietnam. By bringing the Battlefield franchise to the 21st century, and adding heaps of new vehicles, weapons, and other war devices, Battlefield 2 ended up being one of the best multiplayer experiences of 2005. I am sure people are still online, playing this amazing game, and more power to them. However, like the other classic BF games,Battlefield 2 is a true evolution from both 1942 and Vietnam. By bringing the Battlefield franchise to the 21st century, and adding heaps of new vehicles, weapons, and other war devices, Battlefield 2 ended up being one of the best multiplayer experiences of 2005. I am sure people are still online, playing this amazing game, and more power to them. However, like the other classic BF games, the graphics are very poor my modern standards, so be prepared for that.… Expand
  20. alexalexalexale
    Apr 1, 2015
    10
    The best bf game to date fantastic maps,guns vehicles,spawns,team work and bla bla bla bla bla bla
    10/10 i miss the old bf2 days soooo muchhhhhhhhhhhh
  21. CaptMescaline
    Aug 25, 2015
    9
    Many a good time was had playing this game back in the day. Every match played out differently. Maps were actually designed for 64 players - unlike the claustrophobic corridor shooter BF3 and BF4 maps. Commanders and squad leaders had an important role to play as did the many different classes. Helicopters could barrel roll and had a decent amount of agility. Grab 5 of your friends andMany a good time was had playing this game back in the day. Every match played out differently. Maps were actually designed for 64 players - unlike the claustrophobic corridor shooter BF3 and BF4 maps. Commanders and squad leaders had an important role to play as did the many different classes. Helicopters could barrel roll and had a decent amount of agility. Grab 5 of your friends and spend the night yelling and screaming at each other with joy. Good times.… Expand
  22. Crackfarmer
    Jun 22, 2016
    10
    A masterpiece. One of my favorite Games in all time. Sadly Dice/EA hasn't kept Offline singleplayer sessions with Bots what i would really appreciate. Still playing this Game in 2016 with in Fanmade multiplayer project.
  23. ApexCryptLord
    Nov 10, 2015
    8
    Was a really nice game, i will miss it, but Battlefield 2142 was better. Still 2 good games!!! I played it a lot. It was really funny and cool, good all times is the best time
  24. lamashu
    Apr 15, 2016
    9
    El primer shooter que juegue en la vida y me entrada al mundo de accion, en ese entonces me fascino lo realista del juego, me viciaba horas jugando al mapa de la planta nuclear utilizando la clase de francotirador. Hermosos recuerdos.
  25. ELIT3
    Oct 11, 2017
    10
    Battlefiled 1942 and 2 were a great games and i enjoyed playing them for a long time some things in battlefield 1942 were just great like both the teams having a aircraft carrier which they could take anywhere around the island map and many other fetures which are yet to be explored in the latest battlefield games. Going to battlefiled 2, well that game is a marvel, a could improve onBattlefiled 1942 and 2 were a great games and i enjoyed playing them for a long time some things in battlefield 1942 were just great like both the teams having a aircraft carrier which they could take anywhere around the island map and many other fetures which are yet to be explored in the latest battlefield games. Going to battlefiled 2, well that game is a marvel, a could improve on player freedom but never the less a master piece.… Expand
  26. Axilley
    Jul 22, 2021
    7
    good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good good
  27. KingJailson
    May 31, 2018
    10
    Meu Battlefield favorito, bem melhor que aquela merda do Bad Company 2, o multiplayer do bf2 é incrivel
  28. nintendo-sekta
    Jan 13, 2019
    10
    Игра хороша. В ней есть не обычная механика которая была только в этой серии игр. Вырос уровень интеллекта у ботов. Стало больше карт и классов.
  29. Cz3rw0ny
    Feb 9, 2021
    9
    Absolute masterpiece at the time of release. One of the best multiplayer games, where communication was the key. I remember to this day playing with one dude almost everyday, almost always in a chopper :)
  30. Sjw-remover
    Dec 18, 2020
    8
    One of the best games in BF series. This game was the foundation of battlefield multiplayer.
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#4 Best PC Game of 2005
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#5 Most Discussed PC Game of 2005
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#7 Most Shared PC Game of 2005

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Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 55 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 54 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 55
  3. Negative: 0 out of 55
  1. GameSpy
    100
    Once you strap into an F/A-18 and rocket over the landscape, once you're crouched next to a tank trying valiantly to repair it while bullets ping off of the armor inches above your head, once you defend a waypoint and ask for new orders from your commander over the radio, all of those nitpicks about map balance or sniper power fade.
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  2. Yahoo!
    100
    With incredible communication tools, top-notch visuals, and a fantastic balance of vehicles and classes, EA has won the battle and the war of online team-based shooters.
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  3. IGN
    89
    The thing to remember about Battlefield 2 is that it's exceptionally fun.
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