Battlefield 3: Close Quarters

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  1. bungie
    Jun 19, 2012
    9
    Meets in a excellent way the goal of any DLC, "add what is missing in the game and make it better" (even better than it already is), it offers what the game needed, small spaces, faster action, another level of strategy compared with the big ones, new and beautiful improvements in both modes as graphical improvements. Now BF3 have the whole package to offer about maps & selection of fun.Meets in a excellent way the goal of any DLC, "add what is missing in the game and make it better" (even better than it already is), it offers what the game needed, small spaces, faster action, another level of strategy compared with the big ones, new and beautiful improvements in both modes as graphical improvements. Now BF3 have the whole package to offer about maps & selection of fun.

    The bad thing is that you can't play all mods in this small maps, but BF3 offer bigger maps for that and, in the future, new DLC will be added to make this game better and better. No doubt that this DLC make it jobs and works very well.    … Expand
  2. bltzkrieg666
    Jun 19, 2012
    9
    I mistakingly forgot to enter my score for my review. Don't worry though it is definitely not a "0".....LOL I give this 9 out of 10 just because nothing is perfect though this game is about as near perfect as I have seen to date in a shooter. Kudos to Dice for not just going the money grab route and actually giving us some real substance.
  3. WarPickle
    Jun 19, 2012
    10
    I'm not a huge fan of Team Deathmatch in any game and didn't enjoy it in Battlefield either - give me large maps and a tank anyday. I always do Conquest or the like because it didn't feel like I was trapped within four walls. I was planning on passing this expansion and get back to the vehicle maps with my buddies but decided to give it a shot via Premium since I'd probably like some ofI'm not a huge fan of Team Deathmatch in any game and didn't enjoy it in Battlefield either - give me large maps and a tank anyday. I always do Conquest or the like because it didn't feel like I was trapped within four walls. I was planning on passing this expansion and get back to the vehicle maps with my buddies but decided to give it a shot via Premium since I'd probably like some of the expansions.

    Wow. It is as if the TDM maps were layered and seamed together to make a great sandwich. The level design is beautiful and the destruction is amazing but the reason I keep going back for more is the play style - it's original. There's no place to hide. There's no place to camp. You can and will be flanked wherever you are. The best you can do is check as many corners as you can and keep moving.

    It's an evolution of the tactical shooter. My squad (real life buddies) move around a map as one unit - front checks ahead, second checks one side, third the other side, last watches our six. We are unstoppable because we work as a team and work with each other's strengths. What a rush. Again, TDM bores me but I can play the new maps all day long because it feels like a dungeon crawl rather than two sides of a small map. Gun Master is a good time too because it is different. We've had a lot of fun with that one. If you don't like fast paced action, play a different game. This one is fast and ferocious - you'll be out of breath and hungry for more at the end of the match.    … Expand
  4. Ireland914
    Jun 12, 2012
    8
    Fantastic DLC for an already amazing game. The new maps are gorgeous, the new modes are very fun, and the tight, mostly indoors map provide some variety to Battlefield 3. Well worth buying on its own or as part of the Premium package.
  5. EliteFA
    Jun 13, 2012
    10
    Words cannot not even describe how awesome this expansion is. I personally prefer fast-paced close-quarters combat so this expansion was right up my ally. Competitive players from all FPS realms (Quake, Half-Life, Unreal, etc...) will love this. The maps are thoroughly built, extra destructive, and just look amazing. Gameplay is a blast and it's much quicker to earn points and awards. IfWords cannot not even describe how awesome this expansion is. I personally prefer fast-paced close-quarters combat so this expansion was right up my ally. Competitive players from all FPS realms (Quake, Half-Life, Unreal, etc...) will love this. The maps are thoroughly built, extra destructive, and just look amazing. Gameplay is a blast and it's much quicker to earn points and awards. If you have the money get this...no questions asked.… Expand
  6. Ta1os
    Jun 16, 2012
    10
    I didn't know what to expect of this DLC. Overall though, I knew that it wouldn't affect the quality of the game, even if it sucked, as it was just an add on to an already great game (that goes to you haters & complainers). This is an honest rating of 10, for those of you who gave it a 0, shame on you as the quality of this release based on my last few days of playing is unparalleled. TheI didn't know what to expect of this DLC. Overall though, I knew that it wouldn't affect the quality of the game, even if it sucked, as it was just an add on to an already great game (that goes to you haters & complainers). This is an honest rating of 10, for those of you who gave it a 0, shame on you as the quality of this release based on my last few days of playing is unparalleled. The maps although quite small (but not too small) are detailed and very well designed; the new modes, although completely different to what battlefield is, add a breath of fresh air and some good breaks in between the main games. Yes they have introduced similarities to the Modern Warfare games, but they have done it in a way that does not take away the feeling that you are still playing Battlefield. In some ways, it incorporates the best things about Call of Duty, and leaves behind all those annoying grievances such as bad spawns, the need to camp, overpowered kill streaks, arcade gun fights, an old engine, repetitive maps, corner jumping, **** maps... etc you get the gist. This add on is awesome, and I would recommend for people who don't mind something different, and not to those who want to just play Battlefield for exactly what they already offer...… Expand
  7. sinadoom
    Jun 26, 2012
    8
    The first thing I should mention about this expansion is that, like most people who bought it, I expected Call of Duty gameplay without killstreaks. In a sense it's not far off, but it's not quite so simple. The maps are by no means small- they're practically the same size as every other map in BF3 on TDM, just with more layers. They've split the levels up and stacked them on top of eachThe first thing I should mention about this expansion is that, like most people who bought it, I expected Call of Duty gameplay without killstreaks. In a sense it's not far off, but it's not quite so simple. The maps are by no means small- they're practically the same size as every other map in BF3 on TDM, just with more layers. They've split the levels up and stacked them on top of each other. At times it feels like playing Crysis 2 or F.E.A.R. but nevertheless manages to feel unique. The graphics on Ziba tower are mind-blowing. I've always wanted a multiplayer map which closely resembles Kaffarov's villa. Operation 925 is good as well. However, Scrapmetal is hideous. It's far too confusing, and the graphics on it are worse than they are on Half Life 2. I literally thought I was playing Red Faction Guerrilla! Anyway, in terms of the "peic, fast-paced action", well that's not really there. The HD destruction and levels are good for sure, but even with a full 16 player lobby my Score Per Minute went down even compared to playing a 24 man TDM on any other regular BF3 map. The action is so difficult to find due to the many vertical levels, regardless of game mode. I found Domination to be the best though, since you are constantly capping flags; which netralize and capture insanely quick- much faster than CoD even. The Gun Game is pretty good. The choice of weapons and attachments they have picked are well-varied. And because knifing is balanced in BF3, you won't be hearing "Humiliation" as was the case in Black Ops. Unlike Black Ops, however, you will not be able to spawn and immediately find an enemy to shoot. Often the action is limited to one particular spot at any point, and given the large surface area of the maps, it can be easy to run around for minutes with not a single enemy in sight. If you get to know the maps well though this may not be an issue. Overall I expected much more "in-your-face" action i.e. to spawn and immediately see an enemy, since this was the case in maps like Operation Métro in all game modes. The Close Quarters maps are however much, much larger than the TDM counterparts of the regular maps, or it feels that way at first anyway. It's a worthy purchase, but it's not as hectic or fast-paced as it initially appears. But when you find a server where people do the objective, it doesn't matter how many players there are. You can constantly get points by capping flags and because the positions your team holds always changes every second, you will run into enemies more often. That's when it's fun. And for that special moment, which may not occur when you want it the most; I have to recommend this for objective players. It makes for a nice break from non-stop explosions and deaths.… Expand
  8. krishna
    Jun 27, 2012
    10
    Can it get any better than this? The Graphics are absolutely awesome! The Shadows and Physix Particle perfect! Even the sounds... every few steps the sounds change to the environment - one second you hear a working machine, next second you hear glass breaking, then you step outside a building and hear a smooth wind rush followed by outside sound feeling. this is all so realistic and theCan it get any better than this? The Graphics are absolutely awesome! The Shadows and Physix Particle perfect! Even the sounds... every few steps the sounds change to the environment - one second you hear a working machine, next second you hear glass breaking, then you step outside a building and hear a smooth wind rush followed by outside sound feeling. this is all so realistic and the gun game mode is as good as known from counter strike. But these maps are much bigger and nearly everything can be destroyed. BUT this is just an add-on to Battlefield, which in the normal game, is not so fast paced. Dice wants to fullfill every kind of shooters wishes with these addons. It iscalled CLOSE QUARTERS, because it´s playing mostly in short ranged combat. I don´t understand why people rate this game bad, because of the fact that they obviously are to stupid to understand that. Battlefield 3 is the perfect shooter experience to date and with these addons, dice is really stepping the game up every time! it´s 30 euros and it´s worth every cent or buy the premium package and save on the other upcoming addons. There will be one focused on vehicles and a lot of new maps and so on... if you are a real soldier - this is your place to fight! kids and retarded people who play shooters with pads, like in mw3 , better not touch this manly weapon :)… Expand
  9. MadDad
    Jun 6, 2012
    10
    Epic! Good added value. Incredible inhouse fights, great entertainment. Faster access to servers is also very much appreciated. PLatoon ranking i am still missing but overall i am happy. USD 50 is not cheap but acceptable. Looking forward for the next DLCs to come........
  10. Feriatus
    Jun 13, 2012
    10
    I find the new DLC very entertaining, I especially enjoy new destruction system and very well designed new maps and gunplay gamemode. Destruction just looks amazing and also introduces completely new play styles that i didn't experience in any fps multiplayer before. In my opinion this DLC alone introduced much more innovations to battlefield franchise than any annual Call of duty gameI find the new DLC very entertaining, I especially enjoy new destruction system and very well designed new maps and gunplay gamemode. Destruction just looks amazing and also introduces completely new play styles that i didn't experience in any fps multiplayer before. In my opinion this DLC alone introduced much more innovations to battlefield franchise than any annual Call of duty game introduces innovations to call of duty franchise. After playing for sometime Operation 925 map Modern warfare 3 looks like a retro game.… Expand
  11. K0NFUZE
    Jun 27, 2012
    10
    Absolutely love this new DLC I'm a huge metro fan and this DLC with the extra destruction and small maps I'm racking up over 100 kills a game on Ziba tower and I love the graphics, the guns, and the new game modes.. It's just awesome!
  12. AlienGoku
    Jul 3, 2012
    9
    The Battlefield 3 Close Quarters DLC is a must have for all Battlefield fans. I love the way they amped up the graphics and destruction. This DLC is just breathtaking and to me is even better than the multiplayer experience of the B2K DLC.
  13. Naners
    Jul 25, 2012
    8
    "Close Quarters" is exactly what the name implies, bringing four brand new in your face maps to those seeking some tender loving CQB. It's chaotic and hectic, and with very little breathing room, especially with 64 players running around. Though "Close Quarters" might imply smaller maps, DICE has built vertically instead, adding plenty of room to snipe and perform some decent"Close Quarters" is exactly what the name implies, bringing four brand new in your face maps to those seeking some tender loving CQB. It's chaotic and hectic, and with very little breathing room, especially with 64 players running around. Though "Close Quarters" might imply smaller maps, DICE has built vertically instead, adding plenty of room to snipe and perform some decent 'strategery' on. That being said, the "random" fixed spawn points do allow for spawn camping however on more horizontally confined maps. On it's own, "Close Quarters" is definitely more Modern Warfare than Battlefield, but as an addition, provides a much more rounded experience as a whole for a player.… Expand
  14. darkcornatus
    Jul 16, 2012
    8
    This DLC is a nice addition to BF3. To sum up simply:

    Pros - TIghter maps for run and gun gameplay, a welcome change of scenery, new well-balanced guns, nice wall destruction Neutral - Gunmaster mode: It's good, but needs variation in loadouts and resets the last kit you used to default on your next non gunmaster game. Cons - Conquest domination game mode is extremely average and    This DLC is a nice addition to BF3. To sum up simply:

    Pros - TIghter maps for run and gun gameplay, a welcome change of scenery, new well-balanced guns, nice wall destruction

    Neutral - Gunmaster mode: It's good, but needs variation in loadouts and resets the last kit you used to default on your next non gunmaster game.

    Cons - Conquest domination game mode is extremely average and feels more like TDM (PTO is a little lame), C4 abuse on flags, spawn points are disgraceful -too easy to spawn camp    … Expand
  15. desbass
    Aug 31, 2012
    8
    This is a new gaming experience in BF3, this add-on completely changes the pace of the game, it is faster, more intense and suddenly he gave a new interest in the game for some who are too static, else find less interesting with this rhythm game there.
  16. Bravo4
    Sep 7, 2012
    8
    I think Close Combat is a good addition to Battlefield 3. The maps and modes offer a new way of playing much more akin to Call of Duty than to traditional BF3. Of course I play BF3 for it's unique gameplay and wide open maps, but this expansion provides a nice change of pace every once in awhile. It gave me a reason to use different weapons and freshens things up a bit overall. II think Close Combat is a good addition to Battlefield 3. The maps and modes offer a new way of playing much more akin to Call of Duty than to traditional BF3. Of course I play BF3 for it's unique gameplay and wide open maps, but this expansion provides a nice change of pace every once in awhile. It gave me a reason to use different weapons and freshens things up a bit overall. I really like the Gunmaster mode and I think that this was really well done. There are a few hang-ups of course, but overall I think they delivered pretty much exactly what they said they would and it has provided for an extra bit of variety to the other maps. These aren't the kinds of maps I want to play over and over again, I play one or two rounds and move on to the older maps. Now I am very much looking forward to the Armored Kill expansion!… Expand
  17. jangers
    Jun 28, 2013
    8
    Altrough small and tight maps more like CoD maps and do not match to Battlefield, the DLC is pleasent. Is a nice change the gameplay, the game is much more dynamic. The perfect addition for the people who like quick and short infantry battle.
  18. Vervale
    Apr 1, 2013
    10
    Close Quarters is usually recognised as a bad expansion. But I disagree, Close Quarters is an amazing expansion at what it is meant to do, get up close and personal. And it does this extremely well. It does have traces of Call of Duty, but I don't find this bad; I find it interesting. Interesting to see what Battlefield could be like. I think DICE had a full intention of doing this whenClose Quarters is usually recognised as a bad expansion. But I disagree, Close Quarters is an amazing expansion at what it is meant to do, get up close and personal. And it does this extremely well. It does have traces of Call of Duty, but I don't find this bad; I find it interesting. Interesting to see what Battlefield could be like. I think DICE had a full intention of doing this when they released this. Close Quarters is not horrible, it is quite the opposite, and I encourage people to play it.… Expand
  19. nurfedx
    Nov 19, 2021
    8
    The last Playable and decent Battlefield game of the series. Everything afterwards is a dumpster Fire!

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    Oct 13, 2012
    84
    Battlefield goes Call of Duty and does it actually pretty well! [Aug 2012]
  2. PC Gamer
    Aug 8, 2012
    64
    It's worth buying if you're sick of getting shot by premium players' overpowered new weapons on regular servers and want to equip the new arsenal yourself, but Battlefield 3's hectic fighting fails at CoD's smaller scale. [Oct 2012, p.71]
  3. CD-Action
    Jul 6, 2012
    80
    If you love with Battlefield's team deathmatch mode, you must get this DLC. [August 2012, p.76]
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