Battlefield 2142

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6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 389 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 218 out of 389
  2. Mixed: 80 out of 389
  3. Negative: 91 out of 389
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  1. SPYWARE?
    Oct 19, 2006
    5
    Please check this link BEFORE installing this game: http://www.dailytech.com/article.aspx?newsid=4568
    The IGA plugin that automatically installs with this game is considered spyware for some. The game isn't bad but that plugin is sketchy at best. Your money is now helping an ad agency pump their content directly to your computer. Boycott this game and let EA Games know where they can    Please check this link BEFORE installing this game: http://www.dailytech.com/article.aspx?newsid=4568
    The IGA plugin that automatically installs with this game is considered spyware for some. The game isn't bad but that plugin is sketchy at best. Your money is now helping an ad agency pump their content directly to your computer. Boycott this game and let EA Games know where they can stick their $50.    … Expand
  2. igor-qwe
    Jun 7, 2013
    6
    "Battlefield 2142" was a solid addition to the great sequel. New weapons and transport, what would a battlefield fan want more? Unfortunately this was not enough to keep players into the game. One evening of fun left positive feelings, but next day my friends and I jumped back into "Battlefield 2" and never run '2142' again.
  3. coolesmikkel
    Apr 10, 2014
    10
    Battlefield 2142 is one of the best multiplayer shooters ever made.
    It has great maps, awesome gameplay and a beautiful background setting that really made me feel being part of this future war.
    You have the titan-mode which is a very enjoying gamemode.
    Of course the game is old and some things are a bit glitchy and there are almost no servers online.
    But believe me its still worth playing!
  4. Jerad
    Oct 7, 2014
    10
    Loved this game, has gameplay that is extremely similar to Battlefield 2 but most of the bugs that existed in 2 were fixed.

    In additional all the Northern Strike content became free for all players 3 years ago, which was a nice boost to the on-line community. You see a lot of negative feed back about the adds in game; however, it helps pay the server costs, and that's important for a    Loved this game, has gameplay that is extremely similar to Battlefield 2 but most of the bugs that existed in 2 were fixed.

    In additional all the Northern Strike content became free for all players 3 years ago, which was a nice boost to the on-line community.

    You see a lot of negative feed back about the adds in game; however, it helps pay the server costs, and that's important for a game that doesn't charge monthly to play.

    This was one of the last truly strategy team based battlefield games released (sad to say) and battle field 4 is the only thing that comes close so far.    … Expand
  5. Termin8ter
    Aug 4, 2017
    8
    Strangely, only a year after BF2, DICE thought it fit to develop and release the next Battlefield game, one that had gone beyond the 1940s, 70s, and even the 21st century: Battlefield 2142. The first futuristic and sci fi Battlefield game. While it was a brave move to take the battle to the 22nd century, this game is pretty much Battlefield 2.5, but with a few new futuristic abilities andStrangely, only a year after BF2, DICE thought it fit to develop and release the next Battlefield game, one that had gone beyond the 1940s, 70s, and even the 21st century: Battlefield 2142. The first futuristic and sci fi Battlefield game. While it was a brave move to take the battle to the 22nd century, this game is pretty much Battlefield 2.5, but with a few new futuristic abilities and gear. It it a rock-solid and enjoyable game that encourages teamwork, don't get me wrong, but it doesn't really accomplish enough to be truly considered an evolution from BF2, and they were never going to do it within 1 year, anyhow. Don't ask me what DICE was thinking. Hopefully DICE can make an epic sequel to this on the Frostbite 3 engine.… Expand
  6. ApexCryptLord
    Nov 10, 2015
    10
    Best Battlefield ever. I played this game every day and every second of my life. The game was so good, i lved the Titan modus and the future. Hope they do a new Battlefield 2142 (Battlefield 2143). It would be really cool, because Battlefield 2142 was so amazing, its sad that they closed the servers.
  7. huffd
    Nov 5, 2009
    9
    Bf2142 is like an elusive club, or like marmite, love it or hate it kind of thing. now i'm not saying it's perfect, hence the 9, but christ on a bike, it's got lots of original features, titan mode, rank system that is genuinley rewarding, and who denies the grim satisfaction of 'podding' on an unspecting victim, genius. but there is a catch... punkbuster can be a Bf2142 is like an elusive club, or like marmite, love it or hate it kind of thing. now i'm not saying it's perfect, hence the 9, but christ on a bike, it's got lots of original features, titan mode, rank system that is genuinley rewarding, and who denies the grim satisfaction of 'podding' on an unspecting victim, genius. but there is a catch... punkbuster can be a mare, but with a bit of fiddling and researching is overcomeable, ea's support for this franchise is undying and has a massive following, regardless of others opinion, also the adrenalin you can be burning off when things start heating up is addictive. the locations are very well thought out too, if a little bland and unpopulated(where is everyone?) team up's is well put together also and in some m/player servers manditory, but that isnt a bad thing as it brings you all together, filling each other up with med and ammo is also a great feeling, commeradery an all, altogether a great game that can be bought for peanuts now. Recommended.… Expand
  8. ThomasF
    Jun 9, 2011
    10
    First - ignore every 0 rating this game gets for reasons like 'spyware' - they are idiots. There are built-in advertisements on boards on the maps, big deal. It's all related to gaming, anyways.

    So, I'll start off by saying this: Battlefield 2142 was my first battlefield game, and it'll always be my favorite, unless Battlefield 3 changes that. I've played every single Battlefield, and    First - ignore every 0 rating this game gets for reasons like 'spyware' - they are idiots. There are built-in advertisements on boards on the maps, big deal. It's all related to gaming, anyways.

    So, I'll start off by saying this: Battlefield 2142 was my first battlefield game, and it'll always be my favorite, unless Battlefield 3 changes that. I've played every single Battlefield, and none of them compare to Battlefield 2142 (in my opinion, a lot of people like Battlefield 2 better, but me, I'm Battlefield 2142 all the way).

    It'd be impossible for me to explain why I like this game in the relatively short, 5,000 characters that this gives me, so what I'll say is, try it. Don't just try the demo either, because I doubt anybody is playing that anymore, actually go out and buy it (what is it, like, $15 - $20 now?) - Just give it a try, play on Camp Gibraltar, or some other map around that size, try Titan mode around, and just get a feel for it, I'm sure you'll love it. And if you're feeling skeptical, just look up some YouTube videos!    … Expand
  9. KarlW.
    Dec 1, 2006
    10
    This is quite simply amazing I found this to be a much faster paced game than BF2, love the ranking system, love the weapons and vehicles, still a few problems like with any game with the pins rewards I.E. performing the criteria and not recieveing the pin can be quite frustrating but generally a vast improvement on the previous games.
  10. Kurtz
    Dec 22, 2011
    8
    I think the reason I regard this game so highly is that I never played BF2 before I got it. I can completely understand why people coming from BF2 > 2142 might hate the game for it's lack of..originality. It should not have been full price I accept that. Aside from that when I think of all the "battlefield moments" I had and enjoyment I got out of this game I can't give it lower than an 8.I think the reason I regard this game so highly is that I never played BF2 before I got it. I can completely understand why people coming from BF2 > 2142 might hate the game for it's lack of..originality. It should not have been full price I accept that. Aside from that when I think of all the "battlefield moments" I had and enjoyment I got out of this game I can't give it lower than an 8. The maps, guns, vehicles and gamemodes were all great. If you dislike the colors blue and orange you may want to stay away though.… Expand
  11. jangers
    Mar 22, 2013
    8
    BF2142 is more like a well-developed mod for BF2 than a new part of the series. This is the same Battlefield 2 with new maps, textures, parties to the conflict, new scenery and the many improvements to the predecessor. The game takes you to distant future (the year 2142), but most of the futuristic weapon uses conventional ammunition (do not shoot the laser, plasma, etc.).BF 2142 was aBF2142 is more like a well-developed mod for BF2 than a new part of the series. This is the same Battlefield 2 with new maps, textures, parties to the conflict, new scenery and the many improvements to the predecessor. The game takes you to distant future (the year 2142), but most of the futuristic weapon uses conventional ammunition (do not shoot the laser, plasma, etc.).BF 2142 was a good game but released too quickly, at a time where it has ruled the BF 2. For me, this is the last good battlefield, next after him series fell down… Expand
  12. Jerad_2142
    Aug 22, 2013
    10
    Easily my favorite game in the series, it took BF2 and improved all the nagging issues, improved squad and team work, and kept all the great things like commander mode. It also added great gameplay modes like assault, and titan. I really enjoyed titan, it was always good fun to fly up to it while the enemy VTOLs tried to shoot you down, then to sneak into the titan and try to destroy theEasily my favorite game in the series, it took BF2 and improved all the nagging issues, improved squad and team work, and kept all the great things like commander mode. It also added great gameplay modes like assault, and titan. I really enjoyed titan, it was always good fun to fly up to it while the enemy VTOLs tried to shoot you down, then to sneak into the titan and try to destroy the reactor as the entire enemy team works against you. In the end its another one of those great multiplayer games that require lots of strategy and team work to do any good at.… Expand
  13. JimCorbett
    Dec 3, 2011
    10
    The most balanced, well designed, team based shooter I have ever played. This game is all about skill. Love it or hate it. It is the best at what it does.
  14. TimJ
    Oct 20, 2006
    5
    It's a step down from BF2 and it costs more as well. It's just as bug ridden, has a different setting (which you may or may not like better), and generally worse gamplay. If you really love futuristic games and don't already own BF2 then it's worth a look but otherwise buy/keep playing BF2.
  15. Ryan
    Oct 13, 2007
    8
    This game is 10x better that bf2. It loads twice as fast. Your not spending half your time waiting to join a game like on bf2. There are some glitches in the game. But overall it is more fun to play because of the increases loading/operation.
  16. [Anonymous]
    Oct 7, 2006
    10
    Simply Amazing!
  17. PhilB.
    Jan 18, 2008
    10
    Fantastic game, brilliant as a multiplayer game
  18. Jordan
    Nov 25, 2006
    10
    Amazing game. Well build engine and gameplay. I like it 10000x more than 1942 and 100 x more than bf2 only thing is the way the knife is coded is just lazy. your actually shooting a gun that looks like a knife w/ the bullet range of like a centimeter.
  19. hawk22
    May 1, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! game !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! rocks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  20. Elc1247
    Aug 24, 2011
    10
    Its interesting to see so many people vote this game so horribly. I have logged hundreds of hours of BF2142 and can say that it is THE BEST MULTIPLAYER FPS game I have EVER played (given that it works, i will explain later). I have plenty of friends that played 2142 and they all loved it, and I occasionally meet someone that had played the game, and it is almost always that we get in aIts interesting to see so many people vote this game so horribly. I have logged hundreds of hours of BF2142 and can say that it is THE BEST MULTIPLAYER FPS game I have EVER played (given that it works, i will explain later). I have plenty of friends that played 2142 and they all loved it, and I occasionally meet someone that had played the game, and it is almost always that we get in a long passionate conversation about the game and all the fun times we had in it. I would say that anyone that got the game to work correctly, and took the time to get fully accustomed to it, is very likely going to love the game. The amazing thing about the game in my opinion is that they took BF2, and fixed pretty much everything that was bad or annoying about it, and put it in a completely different setting, with a different feel to it. the balance in this game is surprisingly very good, as every class or vehicle has very well thought out strengths and weaknesses, along with actual directional hit detection that works. not only is the balancing good, but i like how they simplified the class system and just made everything more streamlined and efficient. instead of 8 classes, they combined them into 4 while giving you the option to customize your kits for your situation. I loved that, since in BF2, it seemed like all the classes had IMMENSELY powerful strong points, and everything else was a weakness. basically, now you have a chance of winning in almost any situation, though the chances all depend on skill and luck, instead of like in BF2, where you excel in certain situations, and every other situation, you will be overwhelmed and slaughtered. Now, onto the bad parts of the game. the main problem I find with the game is EA. This was the last game that the original BF team worked on in DICE, and in my opinion, the pinnacle of their work. in case if you didnt know, the original dev team for BF quit DICE and joined Infinity Ward, meaning that CoD4 was actually BF3. but enough about that, EA ruined BF2142 since they decided to go about giving absolutely horrendous support for it, as the game program was immensely finicky, it loved to not run correctly, many times for no apparent reason at all. plus, the updates were few and far between, meaning that bugs and glitches stayed in the game for quite a while before they were fixed. At first, 2142 was not that great due to the horrid way EA ignored the game, then it got better for a couple years. however, they decided to stop with all support for the game and stop updates quite soon for this game, when hundreds, maybe thousands of people were on at once, still fervently playing this game, at least when i know the community was still VERY active. as to the advertising, its actually not a big deal, all that happens is that, depending on what server you play on, they can change the graphic displayed on billboards in game, I dont get why so many people are worked up about it, and why so many people would give a "0" to a perfectly great game just because they dont like any kind of advertising at all. So, to sum it all up, BF2142 is the Best multiplayer FPS game I have ever played, when it works. the game itself was pure platinum, but EA had to get around to ruining it. If you want to play this game, you cant anymore. the community is almost non-existent now since EA decided to abandon it quite a while ago, if you had played this game a good couple years ago, it would have been something amazing, but its time has passed. Its one of those under-rated gems of a game, pretty much ignored since BF2 was still super popular at the time.… Expand
  21. indicudi
    Mar 15, 2014
    10
    Awesome .................................................................................................................................................................
  22. RogueDiamond
    Oct 20, 2006
    0
    The game does not function. It was released broken. Yes it could probably be a great game. Know this, when you buy it you may not get to play multi player. Please check forums before you buy for things like Disconnect from EA MAster Server. They have no fix for this and it means you will not get to play multi player.
  23. VeryBadGame
    Apr 2, 2007
    0
    Couldnt even log into the game, continuously kicked from the server in the entry screen when creating a player. Support is pathetic. Last game from EA I buy in my life.
  24. AndersL.
    Oct 18, 2006
    0
    Doesn't matter how good the game is, spyware is just wrong! From the disclaimer in the retail box: "The software may incorporate technology developed by IGA Worldwide, the advertising technology. The purpose of the advertising technology is to deliver in-game ads when you use the software while connected to the Internet. When you use the software while connected to the Internet, the Doesn't matter how good the game is, spyware is just wrong! From the disclaimer in the retail box: "The software may incorporate technology developed by IGA Worldwide, the advertising technology. The purpose of the advertising technology is to deliver in-game ads when you use the software while connected to the Internet. When you use the software while connected to the Internet, the advertising technology may record your IP address and other anonymous information. That advertising data is temporarily used by IGA to enable the presentation and measurement of in-game ads and other in-game object which are uploaded temporarily to the your PC or game console, and change during online gameplay. The advertising technology does not collect personal or identifiable information about you."… Expand
  25. Mobius
    Oct 18, 2006
    0
    Don't buy this game because if you do you will be sending a message to E.A that its ok to stick spyware on your PC. Let me explain. Battlefield 2142, from Electronic Arts, is quickly coming under fire all over the Internet. What was once a must have for many gamers is turning into a fiasco where thousands of gamers are demanding their pre-order money back and vows of never buying Don't buy this game because if you do you will be sending a message to E.A that its ok to stick spyware on your PC. Let me explain. Battlefield 2142, from Electronic Arts, is quickly coming under fire all over the Internet. What was once a must have for many gamers is turning into a fiasco where thousands of gamers are demanding their pre-order money back and vows of never buying another EA game. At the heart of the matter are the mandatory ads included in the game. DICE, who developed the game, have stated that data will be gathered from in game. Web browsing and other profiling data is not being gathered. Here is a fundamental feeling of distaste from gamers who find EA… Expand
  26. RogueDiamond
    Oct 19, 2006
    0
    I want to give BF2142 a high mark, it has the potential. The simple truth is that the game does not work yet. There are massive amounts of disconnects from the EA Master Server for a lot of people. Even more are complaining about crash to desktop and punkbuster kicks. Many cannot even log on. If you really like the BF series, my suggestion is to wait, the game isn't going to beI want to give BF2142 a high mark, it has the potential. The simple truth is that the game does not work yet. There are massive amounts of disconnects from the EA Master Server for a lot of people. Even more are complaining about crash to desktop and punkbuster kicks. Many cannot even log on. If you really like the BF series, my suggestion is to wait, the game isn't going to be sold out. EADice really need to fix the massive problems that still plague this game. It is a real shame because there is so much potential. Don't take my word for it, go to EA.com and look at the forums for BF2142...there are massive problems.… Expand
  27. BellinoP.
    Oct 22, 2006
    0
    EA Games stop ripping us off. The Ads suck a big willie. Shame on you!
  28. SCav
    Oct 23, 2006
    1
    Would have been a good game but just like Battlefield 2, it crashed constantly and for no reason. See the EA forums to find many others that will tell you the same thing.
  29. RichardoC.
    Jan 30, 2007
    0
    Beautiful graphics. That's about everything the game has to redeem itself from being labeled 'Utter Rubbish'. It's riddled by an immense amount of bugs and poor design which plague every aspect from menus to disastrous network glitches to awful gameplay. Single and LAN gamers beware.
  30. ChrisM.
    Sep 27, 2007
    0
    Terrible game! Walking across uneven platforms is impossible, you'll either lag or stop for a moment and then move, or you just will stop all together.. the game lags. Nothing original in the game, the lack of a forgive/punish system is laughable, not worth the $50. Save yourself the trouble.
  31. WTF?Not
    Oct 15, 2006
    0
    Absolutely brutal. Can't believe they released this garbage.
  32. RogerZ.
    Oct 15, 2006
    4
    Wow, huge downgrade from BF2.
  33. EarlMcGinnes
    Oct 18, 2006
    4
    In-game ads, tons of bugs, runs like a mule...hold off on this shoddy release.
  34. docsilat
    Oct 19, 2006
    1
    It gets a 1 for what it might be if I can ever get a connection to the EA server for 24hrs.....and I'm one of those folks that just enjoys a little offline , single player fun with a game to blow off steam.....I'm not impressed thus far....didn't have this much problem with Steam or StarForce games.....especially just to do some simple offline play......maybe its worth itIt gets a 1 for what it might be if I can ever get a connection to the EA server for 24hrs.....and I'm one of those folks that just enjoys a little offline , single player fun with a game to blow off steam.....I'm not impressed thus far....didn't have this much problem with Steam or StarForce games.....especially just to do some simple offline play......maybe its worth it for the online, which I would understand , but if you want a bit off offline time look elsewhere or buy an older BF game.......Its ridiculous not to be able to play the offline features without connecting online with the server....… Expand
  35. Superficus
    Oct 19, 2006
    0
    Rushed-up development, guinea-pig beta testing with the final customers,. In-game advertising, spyware claims, greedy publishers, high price-tag, day 0 patches, bugs & exploits galore, feels like a bad mod. Huge deception. It's not a normal videogame, it's a rip-off, an adware mod. Should go back to the developers and not come out until all the crap has been removed from theRushed-up development, guinea-pig beta testing with the final customers,. In-game advertising, spyware claims, greedy publishers, high price-tag, day 0 patches, bugs & exploits galore, feels like a bad mod. Huge deception. It's not a normal videogame, it's a rip-off, an adware mod. Should go back to the developers and not come out until all the crap has been removed from the game, and all the QA testing done.… Expand
  36. JohnQ
    Oct 20, 2006
    4
    Its ok, but certainly there is nothing new. The guns just feel like reskinned versions of the bf2 ones. Also the dropships just arn't as cool compared to helicopter-gunships and fighterjets, just because its futuristic don't make it better. Spyware and advertising in games also suck. So if you havn't got bf2 buy it and if you do maybe consider an add-on, all in all bf2 isIts ok, but certainly there is nothing new. The guns just feel like reskinned versions of the bf2 ones. Also the dropships just arn't as cool compared to helicopter-gunships and fighterjets, just because its futuristic don't make it better. Spyware and advertising in games also suck. So if you havn't got bf2 buy it and if you do maybe consider an add-on, all in all bf2 is just much more fun.… Expand
  37. ChrisD.
    Oct 23, 2006
    3
    Welcome to Battlefield 2.5, plus ads. You're paying full price for a good mod. Count me out.
  38. Martin
    Oct 23, 2006
    2
    Wow £35 for a Battlefield 2 mod I have to say its expensive for what is on offer and the real big downer is that if you want to install this game you have to agree to the EULA and let Electronic ARTS Install some data mining software on your PC that allows them to show you ADVERTS while playing the game. This wouldn't have been to bad if this game was free to download but its Wow £35 for a Battlefield 2 mod I have to say its expensive for what is on offer and the real big downer is that if you want to install this game you have to agree to the EULA and let Electronic ARTS Install some data mining software on your PC that allows them to show you ADVERTS while playing the game. This wouldn't have been to bad if this game was free to download but its not and as you know EA don't release there title onto budget, game like Battle for Middle Earth 2 year old game still cannot be brought for anything less than £30/ Sims2 again a few years old and still not available on budget , but im getting of point here. What I'm trying to say is that though this game has a intresting enviroment and plays exactly like Battlefield 2, this game just comes accross as a rather expensive mod thats no worth the money there asking PLUS IT HAS ADVERTS. Ask any games player that having a preference between having ingame adverts shoved in your face or having none, I bet you will find a large marorigty will go for the none option… Expand
  39. Quintin
    Oct 25, 2006
    0
    Terrable shoody release, Team killing is far to easy to do by accident, punkbuster keeps kicking players and ADVERTS. I really don't like the idea that EA is using my IP address to geographicly know my so specific adds can be sent to me. I don't want adverts no decent player wants adverts, this is a awful technology and if people accept it now, then you can bet that EA and other Terrable shoody release, Team killing is far to easy to do by accident, punkbuster keeps kicking players and ADVERTS. I really don't like the idea that EA is using my IP address to geographicly know my so specific adds can be sent to me. I don't want adverts no decent player wants adverts, this is a awful technology and if people accept it now, then you can bet that EA and other software houses will then start using the technology and before you know it 10 years down you will be playing your battlefield 3429 and you will have to stop every 15 mins to watch adverts for 5 mins. If you allow this now you will open a flood gate of bad things that gamers never had before and never wanted now.… Expand
  40. DanielW.
    Dec 8, 2006
    0
    Completly disaster. Tried kill legend of Battlefield 1942 but couldn't - Battlefield will be known forever, about this game even children forgot when EA with DICE will create some new disaster. Dusk of legend Battlefield series - especially first part of this series.
  41. PeterStillman
    Jun 6, 2006
    0
    I haven't played it yet, but I think it's a bad sign for the games industry that EA is wiling to sell a game with a title derived from two others in a move that can only be seen as cashing-in at its worst. Battlefield 2 was over-hyped, and I just hope that few people buy 2142.
  42. RD
    Feb 23, 2007
    0
    Good lord...one of the worst EA games, and a shameful entry to the Battlefield series. Riddled with bugs, exploits, frequent disconnects/master server kicks, and SPYWARE of all things, this game is a bonafide stinker. The only people giving this game greater than a 6 rating have obviously never played either BF1942 or BF2, or at least have a poor sense of judgement. This game adds almost Good lord...one of the worst EA games, and a shameful entry to the Battlefield series. Riddled with bugs, exploits, frequent disconnects/master server kicks, and SPYWARE of all things, this game is a bonafide stinker. The only people giving this game greater than a 6 rating have obviously never played either BF1942 or BF2, or at least have a poor sense of judgement. This game adds almost nothing new, and even DECREASES the number of kits the choose from. The Titan Mode, craptacular mechanized walker, and 'improved' item system neither make this game interesting, nor do they substantiate a $50+ price tag. EA is just kicking games out the door now, in a Microsoft-esque case of 'ship now, patch later', which seems to have become the norm for the majority of PC games these days. Stay away from this one.… Expand
  43. DaneM.
    Nov 14, 2006
    1
    Single player mode is garbage! Why on earth they'd release a game with only 5 single player maps is beyond me.
  44. JohnP.
    Dec 19, 2006
    2
    Should be called Battlefield Residual Income. Look, if you want residual income get me to pay $5 or $10 a month to play the game. Don't hinder my enjoyment of the game to line your pockets. All in All I'm not impressed.
  45. KenR.
    Oct 22, 2006
    1
    I cannot understand why EA thinks they can charge so much for what is basically a modification of Battlefield 2.
  46. SergeyA.
    Dec 24, 2006
    0
    The game seems to be nothing but a bug. I would have given it 3, but it seems that EA is just out to make money, but not create good games anymore. They haven't fixed all the bugs in BF2. The only things they seem to be interested in is money and finding a way to stop cracks. Which is of course makes it harder for honest gamers. I personaly am boycoting both the BF franchise and NFS. The game seems to be nothing but a bug. I would have given it 3, but it seems that EA is just out to make money, but not create good games anymore. They haven't fixed all the bugs in BF2. The only things they seem to be interested in is money and finding a way to stop cracks. Which is of course makes it harder for honest gamers. I personaly am boycoting both the BF franchise and NFS. They are becoming worser and worser.… Expand
  47. IsaTintin
    Oct 26, 2006
    0
    This game is a nightmare, impossible to play online...so much bugs. Even with the patchs (10 days after release!!) and the updates of Punkbuster, I'm kicked each 10minutes and I'm not alone in this situation. It's a shame for an EA game...nothing new comparing to BF2. EA's CEO just want your boxes for his P&L before the end of 2006...a piety. Be sure next time I willThis game is a nightmare, impossible to play online...so much bugs. Even with the patchs (10 days after release!!) and the updates of Punkbuster, I'm kicked each 10minutes and I'm not alone in this situation. It's a shame for an EA game...nothing new comparing to BF2. EA's CEO just want your boxes for his P&L before the end of 2006...a piety. Be sure next time I will not pre-order an EA game.… Expand
  48. JoshW.
    Oct 29, 2006
    0
    This game is just a total conversion of Battlefield 2 with more bugs and less performance. Mechs can get hurt from climbing a small hill and the weak weapons make for some incredibly boring gameplay.
  49. JosephL.
    Feb 23, 2007
    2
    SUX. Resource eater, lags and bugs everywhere, server depending, sad singleplayer maps, astonishing 274mb "patches", greedy "norhern strike" buy depending unlocks (how they release a expand without resolving the principal problems???), lost support. Last game from EA I buy in my life.
  50. DrewA.
    Jun 29, 2007
    1
    Have Vista? Yes? Then don't bother. I don't care how much fun BF2 was or how much fun this one looks: don't bother. The patches may or may not work and if they do, the game may or may not ever actually load a map. Why not? Who can say. Maybe the neighbors' dog has indigestion today. I blame the developers for being totally ignorant to the realities of the PC gaming Have Vista? Yes? Then don't bother. I don't care how much fun BF2 was or how much fun this one looks: don't bother. The patches may or may not work and if they do, the game may or may not ever actually load a map. Why not? Who can say. Maybe the neighbors' dog has indigestion today. I blame the developers for being totally ignorant to the realities of the PC gaming industry and apparently thinking that Vista was some sort of practical joke on the part of Microsoft. An elaborate hoax perpatrated for the amusment of Bill Gates that would never produce a functioning operating system that they would have to support. Not to mention the fact that the game they made is buggier than a swamp in August. If the people at EA had one good idea to sell games, it was to market the heck out of them and if they ever have a second, I hope it involves taking franchises away from studios that turn out inferior products. The third might be doing something about their mostly-worthless tech support, but well-crafted games could at least make that blemish less visible. Punkbuster integration seems like a good idea while it works, but if it doesn't, prepare for hours more troubleshooting fun. It probably kicks more legit users than cheaters on any given day, too. One point for the few hours of fun I had for my money before it mysteriously stopped working.… Expand
  51. HorribleJobF
    Jul 16, 2007
    0
    This is worse than about 50% of the BF2 mods and is just a piece of crap. Weapons do horribly low amounts of damage, bugs and glitches EVERYWHERE, maps are very repetitive and have no difference in game play style, AND the teams are never even, EA/Dice still haven't made a way to properly balance teams and make the game possible for one team. For instance, I played on the titan mode This is worse than about 50% of the BF2 mods and is just a piece of crap. Weapons do horribly low amounts of damage, bugs and glitches EVERYWHERE, maps are very repetitive and have no difference in game play style, AND the teams are never even, EA/Dice still haven't made a way to properly balance teams and make the game possible for one team. For instance, I played on the titan mode once and my team had lost without more than 2 hits on then enemy titan and everyone on my team was either a private or recruit, I was the only one who had a KD ratio of over 1.0 (all others had about 0.1). This is nothing but a mod of BF2 with different textures and worse game play.… Expand
  52. Alcountdr
    Nov 18, 2006
    2
    At the best an update for BF2, nothing new is this game, (except Ads).
  53. Marick
    Mar 29, 2015
    4
    Battlefield 2142 seems a bit too ... I do not know. The game is not like a battlefield. The game seems to have something missing, something you attract.
  54. K.Smith
    Oct 20, 2006
    0
    Despite what you think of the actual gameplay (which is pretty much the same as Battlefield 2, only now with 'lazorpewpewpew'), this game gets a 0 because of EA's attempts at placing spyware on your computer and using it to push advertising into the game. Sure, they released an official statement after the internet exploded with the news, stating that it only records timeDespite what you think of the actual gameplay (which is pretty much the same as Battlefield 2, only now with 'lazorpewpewpew'), this game gets a 0 because of EA's attempts at placing spyware on your computer and using it to push advertising into the game. Sure, they released an official statement after the internet exploded with the news, stating that it only records time spent looking at the in-game ads, distance from the ads, your region, etc. - it is STILL spyware and advertising to me through a game I've already spent money on. Some say this is the future of videogames (see EA's other ad-fest: Fight Night Round 3). Well, then I say it's time for consumers to tear down these corporate behemoths and push our own agendas, using our wallets. Shame on you EA.… Expand
  55. UweP.
    Oct 25, 2006
    4
    It's pretty greedy to release a game at full price that is blatantly expansion pack material. It's also a lot less fun than BF2, so even at half price I actually wouldn't recommend it. There are better BF mods to download for free out there if you're looking for a new spin on the formula.
  56. RyanK
    Dec 10, 2008
    4
    Battlefield 2142 is not as fun as most other multiplayer shooters out there and can be very frustrating. Balance is also an issue. Recon class players can run through a group of people, dropping and detonating explosives, and come out of it unharmed if friendly fire is off (it usually is). Also, when sprinting players move very fast but cannot shoot: very useful for getting to cover. Battlefield 2142 is not as fun as most other multiplayer shooters out there and can be very frustrating. Balance is also an issue. Recon class players can run through a group of people, dropping and detonating explosives, and come out of it unharmed if friendly fire is off (it usually is). Also, when sprinting players move very fast but cannot shoot: very useful for getting to cover. However, when not sprinting players move extremely slow: making them easy targets and greatly reducing the fun of one on one fights; since both combatants are practically immobile. Being used to playing Counter-Strike: Source, I found that this made the gameplay extremely boring. Ultimately, after playing this game for about three weeks I'm probably going to throw it away.… Expand
  57. DerekS.
    Aug 11, 2007
    0
    Does not work on Windows Vista which leadsmme to believe EA no longer supports this game.
  58. JoshuaC.
    Oct 19, 2008
    4
    I installed it into my first computer and put in an account name, when i took it out and put it into my laptop i entered the same account info. and it said that an account had already been registered for this cd key, then i tried to make a new account and it said the same thing.Unless someone can respond to this vote and help me out, I HATE THIS GAME!!!
  59. Mike
    Oct 19, 2006
    3
    I played this game on MAX detail level, played just fine fast and smooth. But the graphics seem to be alittle outdated. Did they use the engine from an older game? I think so. and it show like it. The gameplay is ok. But nothing special. Overall I am disappointed with this game. It feels like it was rushed into being released.
  60. C4K3
    Jan 7, 2011
    0
    +3 for decent gameplay. +5 for originality. -8 for using punkbuster, which would only let me play multiplayer the first couple of months, with neither EA nor evenbalance (lol @ name) being able to fix. -10 for having ingame ads. After having to spend money on a game, and then be refused access to play it, how the **** can EA think it's acceptable to put ads in the game, let alone put+3 for decent gameplay. +5 for originality. -8 for using punkbuster, which would only let me play multiplayer the first couple of months, with neither EA nor evenbalance (lol @ name) being able to fix. -10 for having ingame ads. After having to spend money on a game, and then be refused access to play it, how the **** can EA think it's acceptable to put ads in the game, let alone put ****ing spyware in my game?! I want my money back EA.… Expand
  61. J.E.
    Apr 2, 2008
    7
    doesn't keep you interested, and it's multilayer only basically. The single player is so pointless it isn't even funny and a good computer really is needed to fully enjoy this game. I have a decent computer and i still get lag. I like the customization, it could have been better but thats how it goes... and it is a good game though and it kept me entertained for a while, doesn't keep you interested, and it's multilayer only basically. The single player is so pointless it isn't even funny and a good computer really is needed to fully enjoy this game. I have a decent computer and i still get lag. I like the customization, it could have been better but thats how it goes... and it is a good game though and it kept me entertained for a while, but if you want to save a few bucks go with Americas Army because it's free and simple. The main thing that keeps you going in this game is the awards ranks and unlocks, but some of them are so ridiculous its probably not worth it...and what happened to the jets?… Expand
  62. JoeEstus
    Oct 20, 2006
    10
    while I hate the 1st day patch - once you get into the game, it's an amazing experience. I haven't noticed the in-game ads that everyone's on about...but I have noticed the new gameplay features: massive unlocks, Titan mode, Mechs, new squad features, new weapons...amazing. I'll be playing this for awhile.
  63. NeptuneUK
    Jan 5, 2007
    10
    Like Battlefield 2, but in the future! Fantastic graphics, fully customizable classes and superb unlockable upgrades set it above BF2.
  64. FranjoR.
    Oct 3, 2008
    10
    I've put in a few hours with this and BF2, and I must say that the lower-grading critics haven't put in the requisite hours to make a fair judgment. I say this because even though I loved BF2, 2142 has a much better communications system in place, really encouraging squad play. The same goes for the points system. Also, combining the points and awards systems is a lot better I've put in a few hours with this and BF2, and I must say that the lower-grading critics haven't put in the requisite hours to make a fair judgment. I say this because even though I loved BF2, 2142 has a much better communications system in place, really encouraging squad play. The same goes for the points system. Also, combining the points and awards systems is a lot better than not doing so (as in BF2). I also like the greater diversity when it comes to vehicles, and weapons. This makes me wonder how much time critics put into playing the games they review.… Expand
  65. SamT
    Sep 10, 2008
    10
    Brilliant game, once you actually get it to work. Few problems with installation - you've have to install everything in a very specific way and order if you want to get the Nothern Strike and 1.50 patch working. But provides a great online experiance and awesome maps. Plenty of gameplay variation with 4 different classes and plenty of vehicles/aircraft to master. Really, really fun Brilliant game, once you actually get it to work. Few problems with installation - you've have to install everything in a very specific way and order if you want to get the Nothern Strike and 1.50 patch working. But provides a great online experiance and awesome maps. Plenty of gameplay variation with 4 different classes and plenty of vehicles/aircraft to master. Really, really fun game, especially if you're playing with a squad. Tactical and fun - this will keep you playing for a LONG time.… Expand
  66. LiboW.
    Nov 2, 2006
    6
    Disappointed in the "decrease" in single player bot support(something around 5 maps), online play is fun but weapons are weak (though upgrade system makes you pretty neat later on). It would've been impressive if EA took the time to support bots in more maps (like bf1942). But i'll give it credit for the titan mode.
  67. TomT.
    Oct 18, 2006
    10
    This is just amazing and whoever calls it a simple mod is simly crazy. there is so much new content in this game and the titan mode is a very welcome departure from conquest.
  68. HenriV.
    Oct 18, 2006
    5
    I am a big fan of the Battelfield games, but this game does not live up to its expectation. No real new game play elements. The weaponry and vehicles feel "unnatural". Battlefield 2 is just way better.
  69. Mike
    Oct 23, 2006
    10
    This is a great game. Forget the ads, I have even noticed any yet. It's not the same as BF2. All the kits are different, vehicles and flying ship are different and handle differently.The addition of mechs are different too. It's a ton of fun. Titan mode is great. Quit bashing EA and just have fun with it. By the way, the spyware thing is bogus. It only tracks your IP same as any This is a great game. Forget the ads, I have even noticed any yet. It's not the same as BF2. All the kits are different, vehicles and flying ship are different and handle differently.The addition of mechs are different too. It's a ton of fun. Titan mode is great. Quit bashing EA and just have fun with it. By the way, the spyware thing is bogus. It only tracks your IP same as any other website you visit.… Expand
  70. DClypeus
    Jan 10, 2007
    9
    All the bad reviews here are from people who either (a) have run into bugs, (b) have ideological problems with a game having adverts in it or (c) own battlefield 2 already. Addressing each in turn, since the last patch I've still had occasional problems with bugs, but its only a case of needing to reconnect to the EA master server about once every 6 hours of gaming time. Some of that All the bad reviews here are from people who either (a) have run into bugs, (b) have ideological problems with a game having adverts in it or (c) own battlefield 2 already. Addressing each in turn, since the last patch I've still had occasional problems with bugs, but its only a case of needing to reconnect to the EA master server about once every 6 hours of gaming time. Some of that might just be internet congestion related and beyond EAs control. As for the adverts, whatever you think about it as a way of generating revenue, the game is not interrupted to show them, they only show as billboards or posters in the cityscapes you fight in. After ~30 hours play, the only posters/billboards I've seen have been for fictional, in-game reasons. (Join the PAC army now etc.) So it is not at all intrusive. And as for the BF2 players, if you're giving this game a bad review because you like another game better, well thats just stupid. Personally, although BF2 is a great game, I marginally prefer BF2142 as the vehicles aren't as overpowered as in BF2. Along with having less classes but more specialisation makes BF2142 a more balanced game, where the player who managed to grab a certain vehicle first isn't going to have an overwhelming advantage over the other players. (Unlike in BF2 and the guy who permanently circles over your head in a jet). The gameplay is faster and more exciting, but more importantly, its more of an infantry game again and not so much a vehicles game.… Expand
  71. jackgofers
    Dec 11, 2007
    8
    i dont know how too cheat, and dont care too but i hate the punkbuster kicks.. i have them mostly since i loaded ventrillo. and my avg updates, on a daily basis make them kick me too. its very annoying ...punkbuster that is. the game could use better lighting.. i have a 8600 gt e ge force so it s not that..
  72. douga
    Dec 20, 2007
    7
    PLEASE, TOO ANYONE LISTENING TO ALL THE LOW SCORES, it does work on vista- ive got vista 64bit home premium, ive also played on xp- and vista plays it perfectley, this game does not lag, and has next to zilch glitches, people who say there are just have a slow internet connection or do not meet the requirements.
    Anyway, the graphics are very good on most instances, sound coulkd be improved
  73. KirbyS.
    Feb 18, 2007
    9
    Love the graphics and the game play wish I could get on tight now but I am having connection problems.
  74. AnonymousMC
    Jun 2, 2007
    1
    Adds nothing to the series. Invites even more stat-abusing than BF2, seeing as you need a ton of unlocks to compete in pubs. Graphics are no better than BF2, and runs much much worse. Complete lack of imagination and an attempt to add spyware and adds to your gaming menu means don't get this game even if it's free.
  75. MikeP.
    Aug 30, 2007
    8
    I like it, it's a futuristic game that still has the feel of a real situation like in BF2. I haven't had any problems that have stopped me from playing the game related to master servers besides the first bumpy release week. I played 1942 in internet cafes and BF2 a whole lot, it remains in the same vein, I honestly can't see what everybody hates about this game. I I like it, it's a futuristic game that still has the feel of a real situation like in BF2. I haven't had any problems that have stopped me from playing the game related to master servers besides the first bumpy release week. I played 1942 in internet cafes and BF2 a whole lot, it remains in the same vein, I honestly can't see what everybody hates about this game. I haven't had any issues since a month after the release. As for it not adding anything new, all the weapons are different, all the vehicles are different besides perhaps the combat buggy in functionality, it added a new mode of play, all the battlefields are different, I guess I'm annoyed in what you people wanted to to see added the concept. All the BF games are the same in how they are played; and why would you assume they'd create a new engine for the game when the BF2 engine was so successful on a wide scale, they did revamp the graphics a whole lot. As for the ads....I've played 90 hours so far and I noticed one, it was a billboard that had an advertisement for a gaming mouse I think and get this, the ad that I saw was specially made for the game and used the same art style as the game has in it, not to mention that it was distressed to blend in with everything else in the level and the only reason I saw it was because I was waited for more players to enter the game and was throwing grenades at things and writing my name with a support weapon on the side of a building. Planetside starting doing this before EA did, and I played planetside too and it didn't freakin matter in either game. You don't notice them, you don't unless your looking for them and when you do that you get knifed, your just too busy playing the game. Think about the adverts on battlenet, you people are making something out of nothing.… Expand
  76. JoeR.
    Apr 19, 2008
    8
    The maps are okay, Camp Gibraltor is crazy because of the amazing close range parts. If i could change stuff in the game it would be that the maps would be a little prettier. i mean sure there is an iceage but it could look nicer still. Also i would've loved some really cool air vehicles, or hovering thihngs like between the hovertank and gunships. or even some good futuristic The maps are okay, Camp Gibraltor is crazy because of the amazing close range parts. If i could change stuff in the game it would be that the maps would be a little prettier. i mean sure there is an iceage but it could look nicer still. Also i would've loved some really cool air vehicles, or hovering thihngs like between the hovertank and gunships. or even some good futuristic weapons. this game also has no single player but thats okay because multiplayer is awesome. another thing about the game is when u start u have basically no weapons. u have to go and unlock em all. its kinda nnoying but when u get far its a lot of fun.… Expand
  77. joshuarose
    Apr 7, 2008
    10
    I love the game i think its a remarkable game and very well detaailed i started to love the game after my cousin brought it and i started to ebjoy it but i think that it is very complexed for most computers to handle with as you will need a computer modern enough to get the graphics right if anyone is considering to bye the game i say go for it and also i insist to get stress pills aswellI love the game i think its a remarkable game and very well detaailed i started to love the game after my cousin brought it and i started to ebjoy it but i think that it is very complexed for most computers to handle with as you will need a computer modern enough to get the graphics right if anyone is considering to bye the game i say go for it and also i insist to get stress pills aswell as i am 12 and i had the blood presssure of a man after a car accident .all i say is enjoy the game… Expand
  78. ChrisL.
    Apr 9, 2008
    6
    Its ok the few new maps are ok but it has nothing new and well the unlocks are ok but some aer stupid i mean come on you need a unlock for a helmit that is a worthless peace of crap it is ok while it last but the airforce was a big let down for me.
  79. SamB.
    Nov 11, 2006
    8
    I love this game.. but it just changed the tanks to mecs and so on... just copyed Battlefield 2... but other than that... it is the best fps I have ever played.
  80. AntonW.
    Oct 11, 2006
    10
    It rocks!
  81. ProGamer
    Nov 22, 2006
    7
    A great game marred by technical issues and annoying gameplay decisions (TK Punish system / can't shoot while jumping / friendly mine kills galore).

    Still, it can't be stressed enough how awesome the underlying game is, if you can ignore the frustrating issues. All in all, it's probably better worth just playing Battlefield 2, but some will find something to like in the    A great game marred by technical issues and annoying gameplay decisions (TK Punish system / can't shoot while jumping / friendly mine kills galore).

    Still, it can't be stressed enough how awesome the underlying game is, if you can ignore the frustrating issues. All in all, it's probably better worth just playing Battlefield 2, but some will find something to like in the new unlock system.

    Only problem is that half of the unlocks are things that you already start out with in Battlefield 2... and have now just been taken away so that you have more to unlock.    … Expand
  82. YCUsher
    Nov 30, 2006
    9
    Graphics a little dated, but great game play everytime in multiplayer. Works great on slower PCs.
  83. MacS.
    Oct 18, 2006
    6
    Still a BF game, remains fun and diversified. Futuristic environment makes it fresher comparing to WWII normal FPS. Seen in a lot of forum that EA has implemented a spyware within....the company didn't answer yet on the claims. Give a 6 for this reason, otherwise 8 for gaming experience.
  84. Brad
    Oct 18, 2006
    10
    Great game, takes the fun to whole new time and place. The mechs feel like RoboCop all over again!
  85. bradT.
    Oct 19, 2006
    9
    This game is getting a bad rap from people not knowing fully what this spyware thing is. First of all if you search the net it shows that many game companies are going to start doing this and EA is just the first. This program just checks your IP on whether to give you US ads or another countrys ads and all this well the game is loading. Its not that bad if you search around and findThis game is getting a bad rap from people not knowing fully what this spyware thing is. First of all if you search the net it shows that many game companies are going to start doing this and EA is just the first. This program just checks your IP on whether to give you US ads or another countrys ads and all this well the game is loading. Its not that bad if you search around and find out the way our world is going advertising is the thing of the future, So in this case BF2142 is great fun, the maps are great- besides the demo one- futuristic setting is really nice and upgrades cool because it adds to the longetivity/ replay value. Overall well worth your money for the fun years you will have with it ahead. Though if I were you I would try the demo first just to see if it will run on your PC and if it does run out to get it. See you on the Battlefield!!!… Expand
  86. Elpresidenti
    Oct 19, 2006
    0
    after getting the game and installing it i am horrified to see ADVERTS, plus the game just dont feel right as it seems like they wanted to release it before Quake Wars, you can bet that EA are going to try and milk this by releasing Exspencive EX packs with content that should of been included in this this package as EA always does (eg the sims) , but ive now taken the game back to theafter getting the game and installing it i am horrified to see ADVERTS, plus the game just dont feel right as it seems like they wanted to release it before Quake Wars, you can bet that EA are going to try and milk this by releasing Exspencive EX packs with content that should of been included in this this package as EA always does (eg the sims) , but ive now taken the game back to the store and got my money back, the main reason for this is after finding out that thanks to the game my PC now has spyware on it, ive have now decided to boycot all future EA Games because if i wanted to see adverts i would sit ond watch them on TV as all this is , is a form of spamming.… Expand
  87. Exors1st
    Dec 16, 2006
    9
    When I first heard that Battlefield 2142 was coming out, I wondered why it came out so soon but, I still bought it. I installed it and watched the intro movie...I got an adrenaline rush just thinking about the game but, I was disappointed by the way EA could have left such a buggy game out of their offices. First, it has sooo many problems with creating new accounts. I tried for a a day When I first heard that Battlefield 2142 was coming out, I wondered why it came out so soon but, I still bought it. I installed it and watched the intro movie...I got an adrenaline rush just thinking about the game but, I was disappointed by the way EA could have left such a buggy game out of their offices. First, it has sooo many problems with creating new accounts. I tried for a a day until I finally had one. Now for the gameplay. It's just like Battlefield 2 expept its futuristic. If you took a screen shot of Battlefield 2142 and compared it to a screen shot of Barrlefield 2, there would be almost no difference between the graphics on the pictures. The really annyoning thing about BF 2142 is the backgrounds are either white and grey or brown. It's always snowing in most of the maps which makes it kind of annoying...Battlefield 2142 is basically an ultra awsome mod af Battlefield 2142. It's a wonderful purchase for Battlefield fans but, it's unnisential...… Expand
  88. BrianR.
    Dec 16, 2006
    8
    While I agree with some reviewers that BF2142 is more like a $50 mod, it almost makes it worth the price of admission. Titan mode is in my opinion the best MP mode for the BF series. The class are alot more well rounded with great combinations of kits. I like the art direction the designers took as far as making feel like you really are fighting a war in 2142. One glaring fault are the While I agree with some reviewers that BF2142 is more like a $50 mod, it almost makes it worth the price of admission. Titan mode is in my opinion the best MP mode for the BF series. The class are alot more well rounded with great combinations of kits. I like the art direction the designers took as far as making feel like you really are fighting a war in 2142. One glaring fault are the bugs that still seem to persist. Dice has come a far way since the original BF, but still need to continue hammering away at bugs like CTD. I definitely reccomend a buy on this one.… Expand
  89. RyanK.
    Dec 2, 2006
    6
    Very good game, it is decent enough for a game in the Battlefield series. A few things about it though, you may agree with me on these: Pros - If you really think about it there are no real pros to this game. - Cons - Random disconnects from the master server if using a router, which quite a few people have. It is BASICALLY Battlefield 2 but with futuristic weapons and vehicles. In my Very good game, it is decent enough for a game in the Battlefield series. A few things about it though, you may agree with me on these: Pros - If you really think about it there are no real pros to this game. - Cons - Random disconnects from the master server if using a router, which quite a few people have. It is BASICALLY Battlefield 2 but with futuristic weapons and vehicles. In my oppinion, it tries too hard to be a futuristic game, they go even so far as to have a cloaking device! You don't get to have a defibulator(SP?) when Medic(which is actually Assault now.). I mean you have to unlock the defibulator! Is that stupid or what? To continue with that, there is no Medic class for all those who just want to help their fellow soldier and not really shoot unless they are threatened, it is almost like they added the medic "hub" as an after thought. No grenades to begin with! Don't get me wrong though, there aren't ALL bad things to this, it is still a decent game, I personally think it is okay, except for the stupid disconnects because I have a router. This game is pretty solid, but has plenty of bugs. The game is pretty balanced if you ask me. When I said above that there are no real pros in the game, I mean that there is nothing overly good about this game. It is decent enough, though if you haven't gotten BF2(Battlefield 2) yet and are thinking about getting this game instead, get Battlefield2! Battlefield 2 is the better buy at the moment, but I wouldn't count BF2142 out yet. It has potential.… Expand
  90. MikeZ.
    Oct 24, 2006
    5
    The reason I liked 1942 and BF2 was that is was historical and realistic. When I start have an arsenal of EMP grenades to deploy, they lose me. I think they should have stuck to reality. I am actually having fun going back and playing 1942. If you are a SciFi fan, you might like the game. On a side note, my biggest complaint is that the patches for BF2 have made my frame rate so low that The reason I liked 1942 and BF2 was that is was historical and realistic. When I start have an arsenal of EMP grenades to deploy, they lose me. I think they should have stuck to reality. I am actually having fun going back and playing 1942. If you are a SciFi fan, you might like the game. On a side note, my biggest complaint is that the patches for BF2 have made my frame rate so low that it is unplayable at times. 1942 is still a blast to play.… Expand
  91. ZeusBailey
    Oct 26, 2006
    10
    All you naysayers are nothing but a bunch of PWNZORS. Give me your BF2 player handle, and I bet when I look you up you suck ballz at BF2 too. Speaking of ballz, I will pod my ballz to everyone of you haters chin, for bad mouthing a game you have never played. Derilect my ballz, capitan! OUT. TKers Zeus Bailey.
  92. KevinCarroll
    Sep 4, 2006
    8
    the game looks great the story sounds ok, the game seems to be very diffrent from meny games out right now. The only thing im whating to find out is if EA will fix all the BUG and stuff before its out and that the game has auto up date. I also hope the game adds new maps or has an ASAIN THEATER cuz the idea of kicking Westerners asses is pretty unlikly, and EU looks better.
  93. MikeL.
    Jan 10, 2007
    8
    This is a great game hampered by some silly account management issues and EA's pathetic support.
  94. BrianH.
    Oct 13, 2007
    8
    Great continuation of the Battlefield series, the Titan mode is really fun, but way too laggy to play on a regular basis. Aside from that, the unlock system adds some variety and motivation to achieve higher ranks besides mere bragging rights. Unfortunately, 2142 is fairly buggy and features some of the longest load times I've seen. Plus the non-existant Singleplayer makes the Great continuation of the Battlefield series, the Titan mode is really fun, but way too laggy to play on a regular basis. Aside from that, the unlock system adds some variety and motivation to achieve higher ranks besides mere bragging rights. Unfortunately, 2142 is fairly buggy and features some of the longest load times I've seen. Plus the non-existant Singleplayer makes the multiplayer essential. But now that the community has mostly moved on, it's going to be more and more difficult to find a good server. If you don't have this game already, your money is better spent elsewhere unless you can put up with Camp Gibraltar 24/7!… Expand
  95. GaryO.
    Jan 26, 2007
    9
    Having never played any of the Battlefield games before, I was extremely impressed with Battlefield 2142. As this is my first taste of online gaming, I did have some reservations at first but having played my first few hours, I became completely hooked. I'm not going to discuss the grumblings about the in game ads as to be honest I have not even noticed them. The game itself is Having never played any of the Battlefield games before, I was extremely impressed with Battlefield 2142. As this is my first taste of online gaming, I did have some reservations at first but having played my first few hours, I became completely hooked. I'm not going to discuss the grumblings about the in game ads as to be honest I have not even noticed them. The game itself is smooth and well laid out. I am currently running with the full audio and graphics settings maxed out and the quality of the audio and graphics is second to none. The variety of weapons and the ability to specialize in Scouting, Assault, Engineering or Support is fantastic and each player will quickly find their own niche. As previously mentioned in other reviews, the vehicles are also excellent fun however with the right kit a soldier can take these out without too much effort. The medals, badges, pins and awards require the right amount of time and effort to achieve and open up the games unlocks as you advance through the ranks. The ability to form squads and multiplay with your friends is probably the best way to advance if you can all join together and tackle the game with strategic targets in mind. The only drawback which I have experienced is that connection does drop every 2 to 3 hours and this can be annoying at times, although in the majority of cases, the point you build up in the round which the crash occurs are still credited to your soldier so it is more of an inconvenience than anything else. Overall, a fast paced and well executed piece of work with enough unlocks and awards to keep you coming back for more.… Expand
  96. MikeO.
    Jan 3, 2007
    9
    Great game, takes time to get into it when you are going form BF2 to this. Only complaint is that the hitbox detection can be screwed up at times (like getting knifed form 10+ feet away). People complain of all the bugs, but thats waht all the patches are for now with 1.1 the game is really solid, except when titans are right next to each other than its laggy as hell. I say give it a Great game, takes time to get into it when you are going form BF2 to this. Only complaint is that the hitbox detection can be screwed up at times (like getting knifed form 10+ feet away). People complain of all the bugs, but thats waht all the patches are for now with 1.1 the game is really solid, except when titans are right next to each other than its laggy as hell. I say give it a chance or second chance if you didnt like it at the beginning.… Expand
  97. PeterB.
    Jun 12, 2007
    8
    A great game that has gotten progressively better through the patches. Dice finally did away with the attempts at realism, which always felt kind of forced to me, and just made a well balanced fun game. Points off for the fact that tanks STILL get stuck on trees and barrels.
  98. PhilK.
    Aug 14, 2007
    8
    Very good game with good multiplayers/team experience, but a lot of bugs too and no improvement since BF series make me remove 2 points, does not work on Vistcrap that's very cool.
  99. Jimmy
    Jan 26, 2008
    10
    I see a lot of raters are having problems with this game and saying how BF2 was much better. Actually i had all these problems with BF2 and hated that game. If you have an Ok computer then this game will work fine (just avoid the titan maps). EA has seemed to fix the major problems now and anything you will experience you will probably experience with BF2 also. They both seem to have the I see a lot of raters are having problems with this game and saying how BF2 was much better. Actually i had all these problems with BF2 and hated that game. If you have an Ok computer then this game will work fine (just avoid the titan maps). EA has seemed to fix the major problems now and anything you will experience you will probably experience with BF2 also. They both seem to have the same connection problems. But the game play is generally the same. I'm just happy to see that there aren't so many menu and class choices. In BF2 there were around 8 classes, here there are four. The game is simplified all around and the maps and weapons are much more interesting since you don't just to play with different types of the same guns as in previous BattleField games. The new vehicles are a lot of fun and there are always a lot of different types. Even thought this might just a mod of BF2 , it's a really good mod! Besides it's not $50, its only $20. Also, think of it this way, people pay $20 to play counterstrike which is just a half-life 1 mod (not saying one or another is better, just comparing the situation).… Expand
  100. T.O.
    Jan 28, 2008
    8
    By far the best fps out there for your money...i and countless others play evernight even after a couple of years of shipping...some of the maps are just brilliant and should be looked at by all Level Designers.
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#43 Best PC Game of 2006
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 48 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 48
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 48
  3. Negative: 0 out of 48
  1. PC Zone UK
    86
    It's certainly not gong to supersede the increasingy popular "Battlefield 2," as most of its merits merely held over from its predecessor, but nevertheless it's a brilliant evolution of one of the greatest online shooters ever made. And it's got giant walking tanks. [Dec 2006, p.62]
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  2. Game Informer
    85
    Little more than "Battlefield 2" with mechs and gunships. In nearly every way, a round of 2142 plays out exactly like a round of its predecessor. Not that that’s a particularly bad thing, but for all intents and purposes this is a $50 mod.
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  3. GameSpot
    81
    Battlefield 2142's new Titan mode is an exciting new addition to the Battlefield series, though for the most part 2142 offers up minor evolutionary improvements over its illustrious predecessor.
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