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. AnonymousMC
    Oct 27, 2006
    5
    BF2142 would be a great game if it didn't kick users every 10 or 20min. And I have already done everything that I could to resolve it: opened ports on the firewalll, turned off ZoneAlarm, reset the cable modem, applied the BF2142 patch 1.01, and updated Punkbuster. It's a shame EA realeased a game as buggy as BF2142. That said, Titan mode is still a lot of fun, and that'sBF2142 would be a great game if it didn't kick users every 10 or 20min. And I have already done everything that I could to resolve it: opened ports on the firewalll, turned off ZoneAlarm, reset the cable modem, applied the BF2142 patch 1.01, and updated Punkbuster. It's a shame EA realeased a game as buggy as BF2142. That said, Titan mode is still a lot of fun, and that's why I didn't rate this "BF2 mod" as zero.… Expand
  2. 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
  3. 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.
  4. AS
    Oct 25, 2006
    9
    If you liked the BF2 you will either very hate the 2142 or very much appreciate it. BF 2142 is definitely not haven for fly-boys. Fast moving flyers have been removed. Only left are choppers which very powerful but in the same time very susceptible to ground fire. Armor role is now limited to only effectively attack the other armor. Infantryman in 2142 is a tough thing to kill, so don
  5. 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.
  6. 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
  7. SamF.
    Oct 24, 2006
    7
    EA Really tries to squeeze every last drop out of a franchise but doesn't everyone? The claim that BF2142 Is really a nice Mod of BF2 is a good point. EA Could have changed the gameplay a bit but why mess with something that works. Titan mode really does add something extremely new and exciting but not enough to pay $49.99.
  8. 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
  9. ChrisD.
    Oct 23, 2006
    3
    Welcome to Battlefield 2.5, plus ads. You're paying full price for a good mod. Count me out.
  10. 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.
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. BellinoP.
    Oct 22, 2006
    0
    EA Games stop ripping us off. The Ads suck a big willie. Shame on you!
  14. 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.
  15. 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
  16. 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.
  17. 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
  18. 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.
  19. 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.
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 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.
  24. 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
  25. 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
  26. 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
  27. CyberNot
    Oct 18, 2006
    6
    This is a 9 if you didn't buy or play Battlefield 2. Otherwise NO WAY this is worth $50+. This is the same game as BF2 except spruced up with new paint. Yeah there are some differences with load times and the Titan format...but I never had the "wow that was cool" or "boy this is a lot better than BF2". I like playing it and it is fun but this game is not a very big step in evolution This is a 9 if you didn't buy or play Battlefield 2. Otherwise NO WAY this is worth $50+. This is the same game as BF2 except spruced up with new paint. Yeah there are some differences with load times and the Titan format...but I never had the "wow that was cool" or "boy this is a lot better than BF2". I like playing it and it is fun but this game is not a very big step in evolution of the Battlefield series. I think DICE got pressure from EA to put out something and start making some money! I think Game Informer's review hits it right on the head.… Expand
  28. EarlMcGinnes
    Oct 18, 2006
    4
    In-game ads, tons of bugs, runs like a mule...hold off on this shoddy release.
  29. Brad
    Oct 18, 2006
    10
    Great game, takes the fun to whole new time and place. The mechs feel like RoboCop all over again!
  30. 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
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#43 Best PC Game of 2006
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Metascore
80

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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