Battlefield 3

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  1. Donpedro
    Nov 1, 2011
    10
    After finishing the singleplayer and the coop campaign, and having 30+ hours into multiplayer, i think i can tell you my opinion about this game. First of all, the game has improved A LOT since the BETA. 99% percent of the bugs are gone. The multiplayer portion of the game is AMAZING. While BFBC2 had only big, urban maps, BF 3 has a variety of them. Purely urban, purely rural, miyed, etc.After finishing the singleplayer and the coop campaign, and having 30+ hours into multiplayer, i think i can tell you my opinion about this game. First of all, the game has improved A LOT since the BETA. 99% percent of the bugs are gone. The multiplayer portion of the game is AMAZING. While BFBC2 had only big, urban maps, BF 3 has a variety of them. Purely urban, purely rural, miyed, etc. This time map design is not like "hill, hill, tree, house, tree", which is a really positive thing for me. The co-op campaign is fun to play, however it could have been a bit longer, and sometimes it lacks creativity, but anyways, it's fun if you have a skilled friend to play with. The singleplayer also changed since BC2, it's linear, and scripted, similar to the CoD games. If you like, CoD-style SP, then you probably will enjoy the ~5-6 hours of it. I was a bit disappointed though, i expected a much deeper and character-based storyline. Don't get me wrong, i liked it, and BTW it has a story on par with the Modern Warfare games' SP, but for comparison, Black Ops had a much better and deeper story.

    So my final verdict on this game: it totally worth its money, you are gonna have TONS of fun playing the multiplayer (if you are not afraid of playing games that require actual skill). It is the perfect shooter for me, so i give it a 10/10.    … Expand
  2. T5ZK
    Nov 17, 2011
    10
    BF3 has nice graphic and sound effects. Although the single play lacks in storyline volume, the multiplay is very intense and well balanced. The game is gona work well with me for long enough months.
  3. thecomputernut
    Nov 7, 2011
    9
    The game is actually quite good. Pros: Graphics, sound, high level of unlocks in multiplayer, Battlelog, overall multiplayer feels "fun." Cons: Occasional "wtf" moments in multiplayer can be very frustrating, gun recoil is a bit too high, hit reg still has a few issues, lower level guns suck.

    Something I'd like to mention is the insane amount of XP needed to unlock the weapons and    The game is actually quite good. Pros: Graphics, sound, high level of unlocks in multiplayer, Battlelog, overall multiplayer feels "fun." Cons: Occasional "wtf" moments in multiplayer can be very frustrating, gun recoil is a bit too high, hit reg still has a few issues, lower level guns suck.

    Something I'd like to mention is the insane amount of XP needed to unlock the weapons and attachments in multiplayer. It's pretty crazy. You get an average of maybe 3k experience in one round, and some of the better unlocks require 200k just for a single unlock. Additionally, some guns can only be unlocked by gaining experience through co op missions. There are only 7 co op missions, and to do these each 3 or 4 times to unlock a single gun gets old really fast. Another issue is the fact that lower level guns and equipment sucks. Higher level guns are just way better than the ones you start out with. This makes it difficult to get started in the game, as you'll be constantly wiped out as you try to beat someone with a gun that's twice as good as yours. However, once you've played maybe 5 hours of multiplayer you'll have plenty of good enough weapons to hang with the top players (if you're good enough). I'd also like to mention destructibility and suppression. They add a whole lot to the game. Being under fire by a tank and suppressing fire as chips of concrete fly and walls crumble around you is a thrilling and frightening experience, one unique to Battlefield. Destroying a wall with an RPG and then rushing the defenders inside and wiping out a whole squad is exhilarating. It's moments like these that truly make this game so much fun.
    Overall, the game is very well done. It really is a lot of fun and I enjoy the multiplayer a whole lot. Don't play this game a couple hours then give up. Stick with it, and I promise you'll end up enjoying one of (if not the) best first person shooter game on the market.    … Expand
  4. ScareCrow
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    Single player was great but, as seems to be standard these days, far too short. But let's face it - we all bought it for the multiplayer, which is fantastic. I am a fan of both the Battlefield and Call of Duty series but when it comes to BF3 versus CODMW3 there is absolutely no comparison - DICE's game is leaps and bounds ahead of the getting long in the tooth COD series. It's obvious whatSingle player was great but, as seems to be standard these days, far too short. But let's face it - we all bought it for the multiplayer, which is fantastic. I am a fan of both the Battlefield and Call of Duty series but when it comes to BF3 versus CODMW3 there is absolutely no comparison - DICE's game is leaps and bounds ahead of the getting long in the tooth COD series. It's obvious what Infinity Ward leaving the project did to MW3, whereas BF3 improves in so many areas I can't even begin to list them all. If you enjoy multiplayer FPS games this game should be an instant purchase. I would avoid trying to fly jets and helicopters until you read up on exactly how to do it though as they are very difficult and you're likely to suicide crash immediately lol.… Expand
  5. zogondragon
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    The greatest multiplayer shooter experience ever. Great representation, great destruction effect. Tactical play is needed to success in multiplayer. Huge amount of unlock is quite overwhelming at first, but if you invest 20++ hours into this game you'll become addicted. 100% guaranteed. Just buy it now! (if you didn't already have preorder limited edition)
  6. SJ_pl
    Jan 22, 2012
    8
    Graphics and new animation system is undoubtedly the best in the industry. For me it's the top of 2011. But that doesn't make a game so good. The campaign is not so action-packed as MW3 and the multiplayer (though Battlelog is im plus) is hard to learn for a newcomer like me. For example I've searched for the weapon customization for a looooooong time and was totally surprised that itGraphics and new animation system is undoubtedly the best in the industry. For me it's the top of 2011. But that doesn't make a game so good. The campaign is not so action-packed as MW3 and the multiplayer (though Battlelog is im plus) is hard to learn for a newcomer like me. For example I've searched for the weapon customization for a looooooong time and was totally surprised that it wasn't available neighter from the battlelog nor in the respawning menu.. :/ Airplanes are cool though. :)… Expand
  7. Caparzo
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Graphic ? Much, much better
    Physic ? Much, Much better
    Destruction? I will not even say a word. Gameplay? Personal feelings but for me it's slightly better. Unlocks etc.? If anyone care about that crap - better/more Maps? Much, much, much, much better (but still crap if I remind bf2 :( ) Vehicles? heh :) Even damn single player story!! Better All of that compared to MW3 ofc, because they    Graphic ? Much, much better
    Physic ? Much, Much better
    Destruction? I will not even say a word.
    Gameplay? Personal feelings but for me it's slightly better.
    Unlocks etc.? If anyone care about that crap - better/more
    Maps? Much, much, much, much better (but still crap if I remind bf2 :( )
    Vehicles? heh :)
    Even damn single player story!! Better

    All of that compared to MW3 ofc, because they are enemies (what I heard), no idea where but authors says that, so ok.

    If anyone still has illusions that call of duty is(or has ever been) better MULTIPLAYER game than any Battlefield pls go say that to a shrink because there's definitely something wrong with your judging abilities.

    Over    … Expand
  8. siedem
    Nov 7, 2011
    10
    This game deserves 9.5 out of 10 only because of Damavand Peak multiplayer map. Not in my whole life I have experienced something as breathtaking as playing this map with my buddies. This game is a 100% must have.
  9. Narduw
    Nov 6, 2011
    9
    A true masterpiece... In multiplayer mode.
    The campaign has an interesting story, but the AI is not very good and the spawns seems very unnecessary. I know lot of people likes to shoot lots of enemies and destroy lots of vehicles but Battlefield 3 is not the same genre as Duke Nukem! This is supposed to as close to reality as it can get. BUT... I want a game to give me realistic    A true masterpiece... In multiplayer mode.
    The campaign has an interesting story, but the AI is not very good and the spawns seems very unnecessary. I know lot of people likes to shoot lots of enemies and destroy lots of vehicles but Battlefield 3 is not the same genre as Duke Nukem! This is supposed to as close to reality as it can get. BUT... I want a game to give me realistic game-play... and DICE was able to give me that on multiplayer mode. You feel like in a real battlefield. The sound is just amazing, the graphics I don't even need to speak about. The game isn't just about running toward your enemy firing anything that moves like in BC2. Now you need to think your strategy in order to get the best for your team and squad. Battlefield requires you to work as a team and with strategy. That's my kind of game.    … Expand
  10. VeryCynical
    Oct 30, 2011
    8
    First off I would like to say that I am having a lot of fun with this game. However, there are a few bugs and problems. In the single player campaign your hand is held the whole way through it and there isn't a whole lot of choice as to how to handle the situation in front of you, in fact most of the time you can't even open doors for yourself. The multiplayer still has bugs that wereFirst off I would like to say that I am having a lot of fun with this game. However, there are a few bugs and problems. In the single player campaign your hand is held the whole way through it and there isn't a whole lot of choice as to how to handle the situation in front of you, in fact most of the time you can't even open doors for yourself. The multiplayer still has bugs that were present in the beta (ex. flashing colours on screen and if you lie down in a corner the opposing team may be able to see your leg through the wall and kill you). Also i don't really like the fact that you are basically useless in jets and helicopters until you unlock the flares and laser guided bombs. Other than that its a pretty awesome game in terms of graphics and gameplay.… Expand
  11. Snesso
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    The single player is short and kinda bad (cinematics aside - those are seriously well done) - but the Multiplayer is where the game is at. Its great. The graphics and more importantly the sound are excellent also.
  12. wh1pl4sh88
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Good game, still waiting for the dlc, been playing since release and havent really got any problems with it appart from the auto join needs to be fixed so you get put in servers in your own country :)
  13. schiapu
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    Battlefield 3 is an excellent entry to a series that now aims to be big even on consoles. Battlefield has always been known for being an amazing multiplayer title in the PC, so EA is trying to expand the horizons of their saga. You can feel the evolution in gameplay between this and the previous Bad Company 2, as well as what probably is the best looking game in the market. The multiplayerBattlefield 3 is an excellent entry to a series that now aims to be big even on consoles. Battlefield has always been known for being an amazing multiplayer title in the PC, so EA is trying to expand the horizons of their saga. You can feel the evolution in gameplay between this and the previous Bad Company 2, as well as what probably is the best looking game in the market. The multiplayer is still spot on, and veterans of the series will be pleased by this excellent experience. Points down due to a lackluster single player experience.… Expand
  14. Britzkrieg
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    I think its a testament to how fantastic a game is when the majority of the negative reviews come from overly-obsessed players who are freaking out because it's not exactly how they imagined it.Yes, BF3 is not BF2. BF2 was a wonderful game. So is BF3. Neither are perfect. But look at what else there is. COD? Gears? I'm just thankful DICE respects the gaming community enough to give us backI think its a testament to how fantastic a game is when the majority of the negative reviews come from overly-obsessed players who are freaking out because it's not exactly how they imagined it.Yes, BF3 is not BF2. BF2 was a wonderful game. So is BF3. Neither are perfect. But look at what else there is. COD? Gears? I'm just thankful DICE respects the gaming community enough to give us back 64 man games.… Expand
  15. Rick-KLN
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Battlefield 3 is a multiplayer game with a single player add on. That said the single player can still compete with others in its class like Modern Warfare 3. However the multiplayer is just unbeatable. Just like Uncharted's single player is unbeatable and its multiplayer is on par with others.
  16. Ion1c
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This game is the greatest game ever, it has epic graphics and awsome gameplay, it is realistic in that maps are small and have different pros and cons depending on your spawn point and that there is alot of people in each team (unless in a different game mode). It combines 3 of my favorite things, guns, air combat and explosions! It has a class based leveling up system that is balancedThis game is the greatest game ever, it has epic graphics and awsome gameplay, it is realistic in that maps are small and have different pros and cons depending on your spawn point and that there is alot of people in each team (unless in a different game mode). It combines 3 of my favorite things, guns, air combat and explosions! It has a class based leveling up system that is balanced enough so that a new bf3 player can still level up without being owned continuously by people who have had the game longer. For all the people who already have the game, congratz! For all the people who don't, you are missing out big time!… Expand
  17. Despisear
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This is a great game. Game play and visuals are fantastic. Sure you do have some problems with Origin and a few glitches in the game every once in a while, but you'll have that with any new release. Don't take your anger out on Battlefield when the problems rely within Origin, take them out IN game. Great leveling system, beautiful maps, tons of things to unlock, nonstop fun, everythingThis is a great game. Game play and visuals are fantastic. Sure you do have some problems with Origin and a few glitches in the game every once in a while, but you'll have that with any new release. Don't take your anger out on Battlefield when the problems rely within Origin, take them out IN game. Great leveling system, beautiful maps, tons of things to unlock, nonstop fun, everything you loved about Battlefield 2 in this game.… Expand
  18. Reinghord
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    The best engine for today with an excellent light system, which make the graphic and environment look fantastic. Singleplayer is excellent as for me, cause DICE showed us a typical war, when everyone expected an imposible hardcore war like in CoD. It's impossible to say how multiplayer is great. 10/10
  19. Mr-Tibberz
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Very Impressed with this game. If you see people giving this game a 0-2, they are raging cause they either came from COD or just havnt gotten the game to work cause their machine is outdated.

    Single player was by far the best of the BF series. I got the shivers at parts where some serious stuff happened. The Multiplayer is amazing, its got a little bit for everyone. A few small maps for    Very Impressed with this game. If you see people giving this game a 0-2, they are raging cause they either came from COD or just havnt gotten the game to work cause their machine is outdated.

    Single player was by far the best of the BF series. I got the shivers at parts where some serious stuff happened.

    The Multiplayer is amazing, its got a little bit for everyone. A few small maps for people who like grind-fests then you have some big maps such as Caspian border and Firestorm that will have you running from tanks and helos.

    I give this game a 9 because its missing one thing, and that is the Classic HUGE Maps that BF is known for. Was hoping for a map similar to Highway Tampa from BF2, but BF3 is by far the best FPS of the year.    … Expand
  20. implotion
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    It deffinetaly got my laptop a work out. and my 7,1 surround system sounded like a real blast. that whas a expirience not to be forgoten. MUltiplayer is everyting i expected. Never bougt the game for single player. and havent played it
  21. SaltSlasher
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Seriously, a must have for any true FPS player.

    It isn't exactly what i wanted, but hey it is still a great IP, and better than ever. Frost Bite 2, gives this game a heart and soul. The game play has evolved from BF2 and has incorporated several ideas from Bad Company 2, the game that kept the itch at bay. Politics aside, this game on PC out beats any of the competition, including its    Seriously, a must have for any true FPS player.

    It isn't exactly what i wanted, but hey it is still a great IP, and better than ever.

    Frost Bite 2, gives this game a heart and soul. The game play has evolved from BF2 and has incorporated several ideas from Bad Company 2, the game that kept the itch at bay.

    Politics aside, this game on PC out beats any of the competition, including its past games. The fact that no Xbox or PS3 games has ever seen such a wide multi-player. The PC version automatically gets 2 points over the Xbox and PS3 counterparts, because 24 player is nothing compared to 64 players. I can't see my buying the console versions, especially since they want you to pay to play online.

    32x32 is awesome, and i expected nothing less, however i did expect some more, like 48x48, or 64x64. These new battlefields are so beautiful that i have spent time just exploring, so i can live with 64 player since having 64 guys shooting at me wouldn't give time to take in the Frost Bite that has attacked my heart!

    The kicker is the "Back to Karkand" pack, which gives us old BF2 players complete nostalgia, just like watching the old X-Men or Transformers cartoon.

    All in All, I must say that out of every FPS ever made, and the impact of their releases, because of this, this game must be no less than a 9.5, and a solid 10 for being the best FPS ever created when it comes to army/war games.    … Expand
  22. thebushytail
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Having played multiplayer FPS for so long, the AI in single player always comes up short and few developers get it right. There's nothing out there to suggest that BF3 single player is any different than what this genre typically produces, and I doubt I'll grind any more than the 30mins I've already put in. I am, however, rather new to the BF multiplayer experience with just BC2 under myHaving played multiplayer FPS for so long, the AI in single player always comes up short and few developers get it right. There's nothing out there to suggest that BF3 single player is any different than what this genre typically produces, and I doubt I'll grind any more than the 30mins I've already put in. I am, however, rather new to the BF multiplayer experience with just BC2 under my belt, but I worked my way up to 50 and enjoyed every bit of it. Itâ… Expand
  23. AngryBrute
    Nov 22, 2011
    8
    Not a masterpiece, and some parts are better than others. But all in all it is a great game! The singleplayer is shot and disappointing at times, but the multiplayer is where it is at!
  24. MattressofDoom
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Easily the best FPS series to date, with its phenomenal graphics, weapon design, sound design, 64 player multiplayer, destructible environments and vehicles. This game feels new, but if you played Battlefield 2, you will feel right at home. Had no problem paying 60$ for it, even though most PC games cost 10$ less. Highly recommended.
  25. ILLIVAMMIM
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    DICE never knew how to make good single players, but everyone knows that you pay the 60$ for the multiplayer and oh boy it is worth it. with 64 payer conquest I had amazing time with my freinds playing tactical it felt like one of the best gaming experience I have ever had every thing on the multi just feels right and plays in a fantastic way
  26. Freik
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    Battlefield 3 does so many things right for the FPS genre. Large, 64 player maps? Check. Vehicular warfare? Check. Encourages teamwork? Check. Beautifully stunning graphics? Double check. DICE really pushed the envelope in developing the game and you can tell that this game has the blood, sweat, and tears of many people in their studio. While it may not be the genre defining title, I thinkBattlefield 3 does so many things right for the FPS genre. Large, 64 player maps? Check. Vehicular warfare? Check. Encourages teamwork? Check. Beautifully stunning graphics? Double check. DICE really pushed the envelope in developing the game and you can tell that this game has the blood, sweat, and tears of many people in their studio. While it may not be the genre defining title, I think Battlefield could definitely snatch the crown in it's next iteration if EA and DICE keep at it with the same ferocity. Despite how wonderful the game is overall, there are two big, glaring tarnishes on it. The first is campaign. I mean seriously, did no one at DICE say "Hey, campaign really sucks. How can we make it better?". Besides the story not making too much sense (and taking a huge turn out to left field at the end) there's still a couple of annoying glitches that persist from BC2, the most annoying being that enemy AI focus the majority of their fire on you and they see you from just about everywhere. What's the point of hiding behind a bush, or in a cloud of smoke when the enemy somehow knows you're there and will proceed to fill your digital body with lead. The second tarnish is the in-browser game launching system Battlelog. I appreciate the attempt at ingenuity and attempting something new, but it just doesn't feel right. I can't even change my in-game setting unless I'm actually in a game ("hey, can you guys not kill me 'til I fix my key bindings?") I hope they learn from this and just keep the game in the game next time around.… Expand
  27. m1keyc
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Best game that has come out in 10 years..thank you Dice. This is the best tactical/teamwork game I have ever played. You need to work together to win the objective. Its not like COD where you run around aimlessly with grenade launchers and super speed jet feet with ninja like knifing abilities. Dice, just continue to patch the minor bugs and we are looking golden.
  28. alexis_delgado
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Very impressive, expansive maps, variety of vehicles and 1,000 ways to complete your mission, A+ graphics, Game of the year obligated. Debris killing you., stress
  29. ThaWiz77
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Some have been critical of the Singleplayer part, saying that it's too scripted. Personally I enjoyed it a lot, and can't see there being much difference in how "scripted" it is compared to Modern Warfare 3's Singleplayer. I use this comparison since MW3 didn't get any negative critics for this at all from anybody. The co-op missions are new and a very fun feature! Of course, MultiplayerSome have been critical of the Singleplayer part, saying that it's too scripted. Personally I enjoyed it a lot, and can't see there being much difference in how "scripted" it is compared to Modern Warfare 3's Singleplayer. I use this comparison since MW3 didn't get any negative critics for this at all from anybody. The co-op missions are new and a very fun feature! Of course, Multiplayer is what the Battlefield series is all about, and it's back in all it's glory with everything it's supposed to have. I score this game a clear 10 simply for the superb Multiplayer, which I suspect will keep me busy for months ahead. A must buy!… Expand
  30. tekzic
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Simply amazing... The best graphics you can see right now, amazing sound. Multiplayer has is even better then it was with bad company 2. Dice knows how to design maps, there is a map for whatever your preferred play style is. The Co-op system brings a new interesting mode to play with friends. Thank you Dice for showing the mw people what a real game is all about.
  31. Xammox
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Truly Impressive. Must have for 2011 and beyond.
    If you enjoy FPS games, this is a must have. The graphics are intense, gameplay is above exceptional. Single player experience is average but understandably not the focal point of the release. Multiplayer experience is exceeds expectation. The innovation behind Battlefield 3 is clear and present. Much Kudos to DICE for pushing the envelope.    Truly Impressive. Must have for 2011 and beyond.
    If you enjoy FPS games, this is a must have. The graphics are intense, gameplay is above exceptional. Single player experience is average but understandably not the focal point of the release. Multiplayer experience is exceeds expectation. The innovation behind Battlefield 3 is clear and present. Much Kudos to DICE for pushing the envelope. Battlelog, quirky at times, delivers a unique experience in stat tracking, and social gaming - think "facebook meets - stat central/UI". Many people have experienced stability issues, bugs, lock-ups, etc,...Personally, I have not. It seems that the majority of those who do have issues do not meet the system requirements, do not have the latest drivers or they simply do not understand the common nuances of a release such as this. Minor issues are expected, but DICE has already started to address most of the issues. In today's game release scenario, it seems unreasonable to expect a perfect launch but IMHO, DICE has come very close to perfection across the board.    … Expand
  32. pess007
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Great graphics, campaign, multiplayer looks more realistic than in any other fps....
    Absolutely amazing ! I think battlefield has excellent and realistic sound effects.
  33. inot88
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    love this game, the maps are nice, the guns feel powerful, the unlocks are fun and creative. its just a well made game by a company that clearly cares about their series instead of re-releasing the same garbage year after year.
  34. Elsingo
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    A great game that promotes teamplay, has stuning graphics and amazing sound. So far i have 79h played and its as fun now as it was on day 1. Overall a great game. The reason i dont rate it 10 is cause of the SP and co-op modes. I know the games main focus is MP but since those modes are included they will affect my rating slightly.
  35. insiderz
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    the single player is pretty good but too shot but battlefield is for the multiplayer the single is a extra and the game is very amazing the graphique and the sound effect in the game are very nice, dice as done a great job on that game you can feel all the time they put in the game to make it one of the best game on the market
  36. Nauxas
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    Amazing graphics, super fun and fast-paced multi-player, awesome team work and squad play, hundreds of unlocks and heaps of playtime. Many times amazingly epic moments happen in multi player that actually rivals the scripted events of some single player games (like call of duty). The team play is awesome too, as you can hop into a helicopter with friends and while you pilot the chopper,Amazing graphics, super fun and fast-paced multi-player, awesome team work and squad play, hundreds of unlocks and heaps of playtime. Many times amazingly epic moments happen in multi player that actually rivals the scripted events of some single player games (like call of duty). The team play is awesome too, as you can hop into a helicopter with friends and while you pilot the chopper, they gun down the other team. The game does have its flaws, but the awesome fun you can have in this game makes you forget about that stuff. :D… Expand
  37. johnmosescarter
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Multiplayer is a 10.
    Single player is a 2 at best.
    Graphics and gameplay overall are STUNNING. The only reason I'm forced into a 6 is because the origin/battlelog system is truly, utterly atrocious. I pre-ordered the game, and I have still never played coop because battlelog doesn't work properly. It's possible I never will. I reload battlelog at least once a day in hopes of making it work    Multiplayer is a 10.
    Single player is a 2 at best.
    Graphics and gameplay overall are STUNNING. The only reason I'm forced into a 6 is because the origin/battlelog system is truly, utterly atrocious. I pre-ordered the game, and I have still never played coop because battlelog doesn't work properly. It's possible I never will.
    I reload battlelog at least once a day in hopes of making it work again (it doesn't-- I have to exploit glitches like having a friend message me to make it work.) Origin and Battlelog should exclude each other. There's no reason to have an in-browser launch system for a game with it's own launch client-- ignoring the fact that by and large, Origin works just fine( --hasn't crashed on me).
    I have to express complaints about updating your character model. You can't change it in-game, just through the infamous Battlelog.
    Team chat is very large and blocks a full 25% of my screen; I still haven't been able to figure out voice chatting with my teammates (I wish it was like tf2), so I've been forced to use a 3rd party application.
    Aside from those, it's fantastic. Squads actually aren't too bad, and I love mp to death.
    But please, oh please fix Battlelog. I just want to play the game.    … Expand
  38. erebus
    Nov 20, 2011
    8
    Though the campaign was about as boring and unoriginal as vanilla pudding, Battlefield 3's multiplayer is without equal. No other game will deliver the same scope or scale of Battlefield, and no other game even comes close to visual appeal. Still filled with epic "battlefield moments" that no other game really delivers, Battlefield just stands out in so many ways. Probly the most amazingThough the campaign was about as boring and unoriginal as vanilla pudding, Battlefield 3's multiplayer is without equal. No other game will deliver the same scope or scale of Battlefield, and no other game even comes close to visual appeal. Still filled with epic "battlefield moments" that no other game really delivers, Battlefield just stands out in so many ways. Probly the most amazing thing I've ever seen in a game is when I saw a jet's left engine get disabled by the jet following it. The jet went into an uncontrollable barrel roll, with flames shooting out the engine, and crashed into an oil refinery in an explosion so big and graphic, I almost ducked. Things like this happen all the time in battlefield, and so for it's epic multiplayer and face-melting visuals, I give Battlefield 3 an eight out of ten.… Expand
  39. Fisch_Pez
    Nov 23, 2011
    10
    I liked the story, it is different from games like Call of Duty that I played once, I played this game on hard level and I died many times, it is not an easy game and you should take your time to plan the next movement, because you can not go running through maps, missions, like everybody does on CoD MW games, as simple as you will die, and I liked that because this game has certain gradeI liked the story, it is different from games like Call of Duty that I played once, I played this game on hard level and I died many times, it is not an easy game and you should take your time to plan the next movement, because you can not go running through maps, missions, like everybody does on CoD MW games, as simple as you will die, and I liked that because this game has certain grade of realism.

    Something that really bump up the experience for me, is the fact that there are really good graphic visuals, effects, movements, as well audio effects. The last thing I point about the game is teamwork, there are 4 types of soldiers, engineer, sniper, medic, assault. so in order to achieve a win in your team is working together, Other things that I noted is that controls are simple to use as you go as a soldier. The hard thing is to get control of aeroplanes and helicopters, but once you get the control of those machines you will most likely to become a master of the art of piloting. The Bad thing or maybe good for the enemy is that it takes a while to discover from where are the bullets coming, and even if you realize you will die, so the best is run for your live !    … Expand
  40. Bepperone
    Nov 30, 2011
    9
    Outstanding game. Really good both SP and MP but especially MP. Outstanding graphics ( In this chapter MW3 pales in comparison. If you play MW3 SP and BF3 SP immediately after you can see how outdated the former looks already). Outstanding sounds. Outstanding destructibility. Outstanding performance ( I play with ultra settings and it is so smooth even on MP that I frequently forget I amOutstanding game. Really good both SP and MP but especially MP. Outstanding graphics ( In this chapter MW3 pales in comparison. If you play MW3 SP and BF3 SP immediately after you can see how outdated the former looks already). Outstanding sounds. Outstanding destructibility. Outstanding performance ( I play with ultra settings and it is so smooth even on MP that I frequently forget I am playing on the Internet). Outstanding and realistic weapons and ballistic models. Much more realistic battles. An infinity of tactical possibilities to choose from in the battleground. This is the first time I buy a BF series game as I am (was) a COD fan boy and dont regret it. I have tried several times to go back to MW3 and played only for about 20 minutes before repeating to me how boring, boring and boring MW3 looks now. This is the best MP FPS I have played EVER.

    I would give it a 9 score but to compensate for all those guys giving ridiculous very low scores only because SP "sucks" ( it doesnt at all) even after realizing how good MP is, I give it a 10.    … Expand
  41. Direct4D
    Dec 14, 2011
    10
    amazing game. maps in the multiplayer worked out very high quality, excellent balance between weapons and classes, and all accompanied by incredible graphics!
  42. Squall_Rinoa89
    Dec 14, 2011
    10
    Top notch graphics, beautiful environments, excellent and realistic sound effects captured by the weapons itself. Multi-player is fun and action packed with walls crumbling around around as well as buildings from indirect fire. Game features a decent Single Player campaign with a good story mixed with a mainly Multi-player engaged game. Dozens of unlockables through Assignments as well asTop notch graphics, beautiful environments, excellent and realistic sound effects captured by the weapons itself. Multi-player is fun and action packed with walls crumbling around around as well as buildings from indirect fire. Game features a decent Single Player campaign with a good story mixed with a mainly Multi-player engaged game. Dozens of unlockables through Assignments as well as weapon mastery just make Battlefield 3 one of best first person shooters available. Destruction however has been scaled back slightly from its Battlefield Bad Company 2 (Which used the first Frostbite engine) for more of a strategic value. As what happened in Battlefield Bad Company 2 the terrain that was once a city if your on a urban environment was basically left in ruin at the end with no viable structures standing. Some see this as a step backwards however I see it as more of a strategy implementation. The sounds are amazing with more realistic sounds with it either be the snaps of bullets wizzing past your head or the sound of bullets impacting concrete near you it sounds very close to being real life. Destruction on the new DLC is amazing as well with the game being pretty balanced in terms of guns and the rock paper scissors game of vehicle warfare. With the magnitude of warfare alone this game makes the other game of a similar name look like child's play (Modern Warfare 3). This game is a true Modern Warfare game with a very wide spectrum of warfare from infantry to air to air and air to ground combat as well as vehicle combat. If your looking for a shooter with a purpose other than to kill the enemy this is the game for you. If your looking for a game with a full spectrum combat and massive chaos this is for you. If your looking for a game that just runs around and kills people for a higher body count for "Bragging rights" this really isn't ur game. Walls cumble, ground gets deformed and buildings come falling down.

    With the multitude of game modes there should be enough for everyone's preference.

    Conquest and Conquest large is basically a Take and Hold game centered around a set of flags.
    Rush is an attack and defend game primarily around a set of defined objectives (Usually 2 MCOM Stations) that need to be attacked to advance and as the defended, needs to be defended to win.

    Squad DM and Team DM sounds as it is. Squad DM is a Squad-Based Death Match where as Team DM is a infantry on infantry warfare with the objective to make the other team run out of tickets first (Tickets = Spawn count).

    Battlefield 3 is an awesome vehicle based combat game that is heavy on chaos and destruction compared to the other watered down shooters that came out the same year.    … Expand
  43. SmokeBreak
    Dec 15, 2011
    9
    The game has an excellent feel to it and gives me a feeling similar to COD4 when playing 4v4 squad rush. This game is decent for matching so far. Only gripes are the crashes, bugs, and the lag compensation for high ping players (Bullets go through 5ft of boulder?) Overall this is the game to match in this year. It seems most clans have dumped MW3 as it is a doppelganger of MW2, andThe game has an excellent feel to it and gives me a feeling similar to COD4 when playing 4v4 squad rush. This game is decent for matching so far. Only gripes are the crashes, bugs, and the lag compensation for high ping players (Bullets go through 5ft of boulder?) Overall this is the game to match in this year. It seems most clans have dumped MW3 as it is a doppelganger of MW2, and with the bullet registration mechanics it seems to not be worth the time death blossoming to hit something. To be honest I didn't bother buying it after I saw my roommate playing it, because I'm not paying $120 dollars for the same game. Want to not waste your tax return this year? Then buy BF3.… Expand
  44. Gabi1996
    Jan 29, 2012
    10
    BF3 is one of the best game i ever played on PC! Campaign is the best (Great graphics) The Graphics are amazing,Weapons/attachments are sick,maps are big (Good for flying and driving Vehicles)
    And last but not least is Mutiplayer which is the main power.
  45. Des
    Jan 24, 2012
    10
    BF2 was a real kicker a few years back and now DICE has come back to serve us this beauty.

    An all around better experience than the previous one. I especially like the vehicle spawning system. Less friendlies shooting me in the back this time around.

    Granted, there have been some server issues, but hey...nobody is perfect.
  46. JazzCZ
    Feb 6, 2012
    10
    The game is great, Battlefield 3 is pumping me with energy to move on and on and on!
    Singleplayer isn't that much best, but uhm it's still better than MW3, which is a really bad bad game.
  47. RDonnell
    May 26, 2012
    8
    Poor singleplayer made up for by great multiplayer is my choice of words for this game! Great decision to make it DX 10 only and in future 64bit only on other titles make them a developer who pushes the boundaries for thier games and it shows.The only gripe i have on this game is the very odd washed out/grey color or shader system and the bugs that still exist from beta.I still highlyPoor singleplayer made up for by great multiplayer is my choice of words for this game! Great decision to make it DX 10 only and in future 64bit only on other titles make them a developer who pushes the boundaries for thier games and it shows.The only gripe i have on this game is the very odd washed out/grey color or shader system and the bugs that still exist from beta.I still highly suggest anyone with a beefy computer to get this war game and have some fun.… Expand
  48. FabioLPinto
    Jul 3, 2013
    8
    To be honest Battlefield 3 has one of the best, if not the best multiplayer I've ever played, tries to do many things in terms of multiplayer and makes them successful, has a great look, with great graphics and great voice acting. The game loses in terms of single player, not a bad single player, but there are FPS with a better experience for the player. We can understand the motivationsTo be honest Battlefield 3 has one of the best, if not the best multiplayer I've ever played, tries to do many things in terms of multiplayer and makes them successful, has a great look, with great graphics and great voice acting. The game loses in terms of single player, not a bad single player, but there are FPS with a better experience for the player. We can understand the motivations of Sergeant Blackburn, but it's hard to feel sorry about the death of a person, when we saw thousands dying in front of us. But overall it is a great game and one of the best FPS that exists in the market.… Expand
  49. oboehobo
    May 8, 2012
    9
    Since it's launch in October I had been playing this game on the PS3. While that was fun and all, the entire time I had looked at the maps in wonder of what they could be with 48 more players and extra flags to capture. Finally at long last I have gotten a reasonable graphics card to play this game on PC, and boy was it worth the wait. I play on Medium, and the graphics are justSince it's launch in October I had been playing this game on the PS3. While that was fun and all, the entire time I had looked at the maps in wonder of what they could be with 48 more players and extra flags to capture. Finally at long last I have gotten a reasonable graphics card to play this game on PC, and boy was it worth the wait. I play on Medium, and the graphics are just stunning. The Coma-Rose for giving commands and asking for help is fantastic. I love the I can ask for help, say thanks when someone helps me out, or deny an order that sounds like suicide. It really helps add to the authenticity of the game. The 64 player matches on the largest maps like Caspian Border, Operation Firestorm, and the Karkand Maps, is some of the most intense and fun experiences I've had in a Multiplayer game. Working a in a squad with pros is an experience I just haven't and can not have in other multiplayer shooters, so great job DICE.
    Obviously the campaign is the same as it is on the console, but hey, it looks and runs better. I'm enjoying going through it again. It's no Call of Duty 4 or Halo: Combat Evolved, but the story is alright and it does have some pretty awesome moments. Sound and graphics (Like I said I run on Medium) are crazy good. I play in 1920x1080 and it is just incredible. Eventually I will be getting a second of my video card (GTX 280) and a quad core with a new mother board, and then I'll be able to see this game in high. I'm looking forward to it. The environments are just beautiful, whether its an endless desert with burning oil, the peak of a mountain, the Streets and Subway tunnels of France, or masterfully detailed and wartorn cities of the Mideast, this game will blow you away.
    Origin wasn't a hassle for me, and the browser launcher seems to be working fine. I have been able to connect to my friends fairly easily. The only feature I don't use is the Origin/Browser voice chat. My friends and I stick to Skype in case we are playing different games. This is a great game. I personally think It is well worth the sale price. Karkand will run you and extra $15, but BF3 is constantly on sale through Origin, Amazon and the like. If you are looking for a great game aimed at teamwork or just an awesome shooter, this is a game worth looking for. If you are currently playing this game on console, in due time you may want to upgrade your computer, it really is worth it. The only thing that kept this game from a 10/10 is some minor bugs, slightly lazy writing in the campaign, and it is kinda poorly optimized for older video cards like mine (it took me a while to find the perfect settings to make this game smooth).    … Expand
  50. Bobaganoosh
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This game was fantastic. I would give it a 9.5 due to the SP being a little weak. It definitely wasn't bad, but the ending could definitely have used some work. When it comes to multiplayer, this game surpasses all this year. It has so much to offer and is different every time you play it. I can't wait for the karkhand expansions. Also, this game's graphics destroy everything else outThis game was fantastic. I would give it a 9.5 due to the SP being a little weak. It definitely wasn't bad, but the ending could definitely have used some work. When it comes to multiplayer, this game surpasses all this year. It has so much to offer and is different every time you play it. I can't wait for the karkhand expansions. Also, this game's graphics destroy everything else out there. Definitely a must-buy!… Expand
  51. davidov92
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    A near-excellent game. There are a few downsides, among which I should mention the short (but typical for a modern FPS) campaign length of 5-6 hours. At times it's very challenging, and at times the AI is braindead. All in all the SP is short but sweet.

    The co-op campaign is also a nice addition and it's very fun to play with a friend. However, the true value lies in the multiplayer.    A near-excellent game. There are a few downsides, among which I should mention the short (but typical for a modern FPS) campaign length of 5-6 hours. At times it's very challenging, and at times the AI is braindead. All in all the SP is short but sweet.

    The co-op campaign is also a nice addition and it's very fun to play with a friend.

    However, the true value lies in the multiplayer. Some bash this game and say it's not a "true" successor to BF2. Au contraire, it lives up to its legacy, despite shortcomings like no in-game VoIP (which is replaced by a VoIP client built into BattleLog). Speaking of BattleLog - it's a great addition. You can view the outcome of your games, check your performance or switch servers in no time. Streamlined, but deep.

    Back to MP gameplay: It's typical Battlefield on large maps, with plenty of vehicles, but also enough infantry combat to keep it entertaining. Destruction isn't as overdone as in Bad Company 2, and it's easy to understand why - a flat landscape just isn't fun to play in. There is virtually no lag - the netcode is perfect, allowing 64 players to enjoy the game.

    System requirements may be high, but it's for the greater good. The visuals are stunning. Crysis, The Witcher 2, Metro 2033. Battlefield 3 is better in most areas. And the sounds? Bad Company 2's sound was great, but BF3 takes all that to a whole new level. Turning your volume all the way up might just scare your neighbour so bad he might run off to the bomb shelter in his backyard thinking a war broke out.

    Put short: The campaign isn't very memorable, and it's short, but it's enough to keep you entertained when your internet is down. And the co-op is a nice icing on the sweet cake that is the multiplayer which is more complex and deep than any previous BF game's and might keep you pinned to your seat for hundreds and even thousands of hours.    … Expand
  52. felton1592
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Brilliant game. Okay, maybe not a true sequel to Battlefield 2 just yet, but DICE are working on improvements and features. People are going to say this is "Bad Company 3", but it's using the same engine, just improved, so of course it will feel like "Bad Company 2".
  53. Dubroc
    Jun 17, 2012
    8
    Acabo de terminar el juego en su modo campaña (más vale tarde que nunca) y aunque he disfrutado de casi cada rato que he jugado y la historia e inmersión durante todo el rato me ha enganchado, no puedo no mencionar lo frustrante que ha sido quedarme varias veces bloqueado por culpa de los bugs del juego (incluido uno justo al final) y lo corto que es.Acabo de terminar el juego en su modo campaña (más vale tarde que nunca) y aunque he disfrutado de casi cada rato que he jugado y la historia e inmersión durante todo el rato me ha enganchado, no puedo no mencionar lo frustrante que ha sido quedarme varias veces bloqueado por culpa de los bugs del juego (incluido uno justo al final) y lo corto que es.

    Últimamente todo los shooters pecan de tener un modo campaña muy corto y potenciar mucho más el multijugador, algo que aunque está bien, hace que a veces se nos haga muy caro pagar un juego con una modo solo jugador tan corto.

    Por último, le pongo un 8 a parte de por los bugs, por el final del mismo en el que podían haber mostrado alguna cinemática más o explicar alguna cosilla extra.    … Expand
  54. ofc1978
    Nov 13, 2012
    10
    Very great Game! The Frostbite 2 - Engine works at his BEST! The weapons are very good in balance and target and the Graphic and Sound is amazing! So what should i say about the Game! Perfect~is to small, very perfect~again small, very, very perfect~that´s the fact! Amazing, brilliant!!!
    Dice made a very good Game, thanks for it! Great Job!!!
  55. Lucas823
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    IF YOU BUY THIS GAME FOR THE MULTIPLAYER: 10/10
    Multiplayer in battlefield 3 is a dream. Maps are huge, visuals are gorgeous, sound is untouched, everything is perfect. The first week there was a few server issues, but everything is running smooth now. Vehicles are perfect, infantry is perfect, can't give it enough praise.
    IF YOU BUY THIS GAME FOR THE SINGLEPLAYER: 4/10 I was a fan of    IF YOU BUY THIS GAME FOR THE MULTIPLAYER: 10/10
    Multiplayer in battlefield 3 is a dream. Maps are huge, visuals are gorgeous, sound is untouched, everything is perfect. The first week there was a few server issues, but everything is running smooth now. Vehicles are perfect, infantry is perfect, can't give it enough praise.

    IF YOU BUY THIS GAME FOR THE SINGLEPLAYER: 4/10
    I was a fan of the Bad Company single players. They weren't the best, but at least the characters had some personality. BF3 single player is not good. DICE tried to be cod (and i don't think cod has a good sp either). Far to often DICE resorts to stupid quicktime events, which involve repeatedly pressing a button to do stupid stuff. For me? I bought this game soley for the multiplayer, so it is the perfect game. Im not a battlefield vet in the sense that i did not play BF2, but i have been playing nothing but BFBC2 for over a year now.    … Expand
  56. November
    Mar 20, 2012
    10
    Najlepszy multiplayer wszech czasów ( jak na razie), wspaniaÅ
  57. IronGuy410
    Jun 5, 2012
    9
    Battlefield 3 is, as far as content goes, a complete shooter experience. The quality of the features that it offers however, varies from game mode to game mode, ranging from average to good to incredible. The average is obviously the single player, which, apart from its tank section, is a complete rip-off of previous Call of Duty games, from the linearity of progression and the setpieces,Battlefield 3 is, as far as content goes, a complete shooter experience. The quality of the features that it offers however, varies from game mode to game mode, ranging from average to good to incredible. The average is obviously the single player, which, apart from its tank section, is a complete rip-off of previous Call of Duty games, from the linearity of progression and the setpieces, to even the type of flashback storytelling we saw in CoD Black Ops just last year. And while this would have been ok if the story or action were any good, the plot feels limp and emotionless and the action doesn't offer anything as exciting as its competitors or even its other game modes. The good mode is the co-op mode, which is a slightly more story based version of MW2 spec-ops. Its good because it puts 2 players in some cool situations, like where one player is flying a helicopter while the other player is the gunner, but unfortunately there are too few missions to truly make this a fleshed out mode, meaning that once you have unlocked the co-op exclusive weapons for multiplayer, you probably won't come back for more. The incredible mode is the multiplayer, which is quite possibly the biggest, most frantic and explosive multiplayer in modern gaming. Up to 64 players each doing their thing, forming squads, taking over flags, ruining the enemy teams day, is what Battlefield multiplayer is all about and it is way more exciting than any other game simply because of how free-form it all is. The combat situations a player can potentially get into offer far more excitement than any linear single player can ever hope to, and with tons of unlockables for the 4 classes and for all the vehicles, there's plenty to keep coming back to for months on end. Overall, it's like I said. The single player is just average, the co-op is good, not great, but the multiplayer is what makes this game a real must-buy for every shooter fan.… Expand
  58. Browser
    Nov 23, 2011
    8
    I had high hopes for this with DICE stating how they focused on the PC version and they live up to it. There's very little to complain about, basically the worst thing is pretty long load times which is minor with everything else doing well for a PC game, graphic, sound, gameplay are all solid.


    As for the actual game there's only one complaint, the campaign is rather short. Though it'sI had high hopes for this with DICE stating how they focused on the PC version and they live up to it. There's very little to complain about, basically the worst thing is pretty long load times which is minor with everything else doing well for a PC game, graphic, sound, gameplay are all solid.


    As for the actual game there's only one complaint, the campaign is rather short. Though it's refreshing and has it's own feel, putting you in a dirty warzone usually on foot and sometimes in a tank or jet with the only distraction being how good it can look.


    It's all very good but for me who doesn't play multiplayer the price is far to steep for such a short campaign.… Expand

  59. Souri
    Apr 2, 2012
    10
    0 points becouse no commander mode? u guys are so great critics lololololololololololololol dem är da best multiplayer ghaim eva meid juu fykken nerdös FITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR0 points becouse no commander mode? u guys are so great critics lololololololololololololol dem är da best multiplayer ghaim eva meid juu fykken nerdös FITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWERFITTA FOR POWER… Expand
  60. MrCaca000
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    I've been a Battlefield fan since the day the franchise was born, so I preordered this game as soon as it was announced. Gameplay wise, this is the best game in the series. But overall it isn't. Some maps are a freaking joke (Talking about Seine Crossing and Metro here) to the point it looks like DICE is trying to get this game into the mainstream area of gaming. Anyway, this game deservesI've been a Battlefield fan since the day the franchise was born, so I preordered this game as soon as it was announced. Gameplay wise, this is the best game in the series. But overall it isn't. Some maps are a freaking joke (Talking about Seine Crossing and Metro here) to the point it looks like DICE is trying to get this game into the mainstream area of gaming. Anyway, this game deserves a 9 because it manages to fit everything good about shooters in a single game, and because multiplayer is better and more addictive than ever.… Expand
  61. DaftBehemoth
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    The only think holding this game back is Origin... I shouldn't have to launch Origin AND Battlelog to run one game. The game itself is absolutely amazing and that is the only reason it cant get marked down too hard for Origin, if this was of any lower quality I'd be bashing it like crazy for EA's crappy drm
  62. mKeRix
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    I really like this game, the multiplayer is fun and is much better than BC2. It's the battlefield feeling I really like. I know the singleplayer is short, but it's a multiplayer game. Besides, I really liked the singleplayer.
    Only 9 points though because of some of the bugs and Origin. The bugs are in BF3 because it uses a new engine and Origin is not that good, but I can deal with it.    I really like this game, the multiplayer is fun and is much better than BC2. It's the battlefield feeling I really like. I know the singleplayer is short, but it's a multiplayer game. Besides, I really liked the singleplayer.
    Only 9 points though because of some of the bugs and Origin. The bugs are in BF3 because it uses a new engine and Origin is not that good, but I can deal with it.
    Great game in the end.    … Expand
  63. DrGreatJob
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    Great multiplayer game. Those are the two first words of the review because that's what I want to be taken from this. The singleplayer experience is lackluster, it's marginally worse than the campaigns of the recent few Modern Warfare games. It's unbalanced in a few areas and tragically unoriginal. That being said, I didn't buy the game for the singleplayer. I don't usually playGreat multiplayer game. Those are the two first words of the review because that's what I want to be taken from this. The singleplayer experience is lackluster, it's marginally worse than the campaigns of the recent few Modern Warfare games. It's unbalanced in a few areas and tragically unoriginal. That being said, I didn't buy the game for the singleplayer. I don't usually play singleplayer games. The multiplayer is nothing short of amazing. Tons of vehicles, tons of guns, and at least 5 great maps. The other 4 maps range from terrible to "eh" in most situations I've encountered, but that's not the worst thing about this game. Now, how does this game actually look? The graphics are above and beyond what most games could even dream of achieving. It's the best looking game I think I've ever seen. I run the game on a High/Ultra combination of settings, and I get a fairly steady 60 fps. It's a pretty nice experience. But... this game can't receive a 10/10 for multiplayer alone. The singleplayer knocks it down a point, and the HORRIBLE GAME BREAKING BUGS that occur every now and then remove another point. Once they fix the game, it'll be a much more solid 9/10 experience, but until then the game must sit on an 8. It's a rewarding experience worth picking up. The battlelog system is nice once you get over your fears of internet browsers, and origin... well I forget it's even installed most of the time.… Expand
  64. knightfall88
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    The most ambitious online gaming experience to date I believe. An unbelievable multiplayer experience. However BF3 loses a point for the unpolished Origin and Battlelog interface.
  65. ThE_MarD
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Heyyo, must say I love this game. Graphics are amazing, the use of physics on vehicles is improved a lot (Jets are epic to fly now!) and just overall the way the game handles itself is really well done. Battlelog is an awesome idea but yes it does need tweaks so does the game for weapon balancing (mainly Engineer's rockets don't kill anything but only "disable".. heck, even jeeps take atHeyyo, must say I love this game. Graphics are amazing, the use of physics on vehicles is improved a lot (Jets are epic to fly now!) and just overall the way the game handles itself is really well done. Battlelog is an awesome idea but yes it does need tweaks so does the game for weapon balancing (mainly Engineer's rockets don't kill anything but only "disable".. heck, even jeeps take at least three to four rockets lol). Once this game gets a patch or three? It'll be perfect. Great work on this DICE and I hope it outsells stupid Modern Warfare 3 where nothing is changed.. oh, and COD Elite costs money and does the same stuff as free Battlelog... man Activision is just milking them COD fan-boys eh? :P… Expand
  66. Hoooooooar
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    The game is freekin great, no team voice is kinda stupid, i mean the hl2 engine games all have that built in, come on. can't destroy placed AA guns and AT guns, which kinda sucks, and the helicopters have all been consolized for ease of use, (i liked the desert combat REAL piloting required)
  67. snowshreder
    Dec 27, 2012
    9
    The Best FPS Multiplayer on the market IMHO. The game mechanics are very robust and feel true the options on multiplayer are vast you can play a roll as Medic, Engineer, Support, Recon, and you can drive trucks, tanks quads and soon dirt bikes as well as fly helos, jets, and skydive. The single player is pretty good but lacks the freedom to make you own decision on how you want toThe Best FPS Multiplayer on the market IMHO. The game mechanics are very robust and feel true the options on multiplayer are vast you can play a roll as Medic, Engineer, Support, Recon, and you can drive trucks, tanks quads and soon dirt bikes as well as fly helos, jets, and skydive. The single player is pretty good but lacks the freedom to make you own decision on how you want to approach a objective which makes things feel linear. -1 point for single player.… Expand
  68. wizardtr
    Feb 13, 2012
    10
    Battlefield 3 is one of the best FPS games i have ever played.It's good looking,not alot of in-game bugs,good community and the Battlelog of course!.All the game needs is Steam.Everything else is perfect.Origin makes me not want to play.But i'll still give 10 because Origin is still Beta.
  69. XxDdgaMerxX
    Nov 26, 2011
    9
    Battlefield 3 is purely amazing and is all that you would want and expect in a top notch quality FPS. It has an amazing Multiplayer with giant scale 64 player online battles and it has a pretty good single player campaign but could have been slightly longer and was a little more interesting but it is still a really good piece of artwork with amazing visuals and sounf and I recommend it toBattlefield 3 is purely amazing and is all that you would want and expect in a top notch quality FPS. It has an amazing Multiplayer with giant scale 64 player online battles and it has a pretty good single player campaign but could have been slightly longer and was a little more interesting but it is still a really good piece of artwork with amazing visuals and sounf and I recommend it to any FPS fans. Single player: 8.5/10
    Multiplayer: 10/10
    Sound: 10/10
    Visuals 10/10    … Expand
  70. Boombastix
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Brilliant game. Had a few teething problems at first so not perfect, but a lot have been resolved. The graphics and atmosphere are, however, perfect and the unlock and progression system will have me playing this for many 100's of hours.
  71. sinadoom
    Mar 18, 2012
    9
    If you focus on just the game and ignore Origin, Battlefield 3 is quite simply a masterpiece. Although not as revolutionary as Call of Duty 4, it's still an important game in the evolution of First-person shooters. The controls on both console and PC are fluid, responsive, engaging and have a plethora of options. The game has no real technical issues itself and very little improvements canIf you focus on just the game and ignore Origin, Battlefield 3 is quite simply a masterpiece. Although not as revolutionary as Call of Duty 4, it's still an important game in the evolution of First-person shooters. The controls on both console and PC are fluid, responsive, engaging and have a plethora of options. The game has no real technical issues itself and very little improvements can be made to multiplayer, general gameplay, video etc. The Origin platform is the only criticism I have of Battlefield 3, which isn't even a criticism of the game, but the corporation who owns the franchise. Multiplayerwise, there is no arguement. If you want vast battlefields, large maps and vehicles, you can't get that anywhere else. Similarly, you can get objective-based gameplay in close quarters too, even with no vehicles just gun on gun. Team Deathmatch is finally here, along with squad deathmatch. Battlefield 3's multiplayer brings you unparalleled realism without making the game boring. It's simulation but is balanced, appealing, rewarding, accessible to most players and most of all- FUN! If you watch top plays, you don't see the variety and creativity in skill, style and epicness anywhere else. Call of Duty's tricks have been exhausted by the community, but Battlefield 3 isn't an arcade trick-shooting simulator, but an actual Battlefield which isn't for hardcore simulation fans of America's Army. As for single player, the critics do under-rate it slightly. Yes, it's a cliche with little additions. But it is very well focused and scripted to feel intense and realistic. Hardest difficulty does its job- makes you play it as if you were there in real life. The two Dima missions are some of the best action you'll find in a video game- they are so badass because you're actually playing in one of those epic Russian Hollywood style sequences. Gone are the crazy antics of the Bad Company crew and in is the Modern Warfare inspired gameplay but unlike CoD4, this is a Battlefield and not an arcade shooter. It's still linear, but in a good way. Of course, the campaign is far from being anywhere near as good as Call of Duty 4's even by today's standards, but the gameplay, controls and the incredible Frostbite 2 game engine make the campaign feel very polished and engaging. No matter how uninspiring it may be, the game engine and controls make it feel more different than it actually is. The buildings and rooftops have taken some inspiration from the Mirror's Edge styling department at DICE, which is a good thing. It's also a joy to see that they've worked so hard on making the controls fluid and made good use of the updated engine. Remember the CoD4 days when firing a gun felt like firing a gun? Well Battlefield 3 kind of brings that new feeling back. It's nice to see that Battlefield 3 has taken sensible and revolutionary ideas from Call of Duty but evolved them and put their own twist on it. One thing I have to comment on is that the graphics aren't as jaw-dropping as you'd expect even on Ultra, with very little difference between Ultra and High. Co-Op is short, with only 6 missions at around 10 minutes each. There's a good mix here with action-focused gameplay, but nothing particularly interesting or new. Battlefield 3 doesn't make new additions to the franchise or the genre in co-op, campaign or multiplayer. What it does is incroporate generations of good ideas into a neat game engine, with almost flawless results. The game itself has very few problems and the multiplayer offers a complete Battlefield experience which is accessible to newcomers but will please hardcore fans too. In terms of quantity other shooters offer more unique game modes multiplayer-wise. However, the variety of being able to choose between large-scale warfare with vehicles and close infantry battles makes Battlefield 3 a commendable package. Just make sure you're prepared to pay a hefty price for the hardware to run it. Overall, this game's greatest achievements are found in the impressively modern-looking (and demanding!) game engine and most of all, the controls. Few, if none other games make movement flow as well as Battlefield 3.… Expand
  72. danoholic86
    Aug 9, 2012
    10
    Beautiful game, enough said. Buy a beast gaming computer and buy this game! DO IT
    All the complaining about Origin and Web-based server selection is overrated. It's actually the way to go once you get used to it!
  73. xThePezx
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Single player is overhyped and has that been their done that feel but easily makes up for it with its amazing multiplayer. Origin is annoying although battle log is a great addition and an easy way to keep track of stats. Some of the best map design to date, the presentation of the game is a treat, everything from lighting, textures, depth of field and flare give it even more substance.Single player is overhyped and has that been their done that feel but easily makes up for it with its amazing multiplayer. Origin is annoying although battle log is a great addition and an easy way to keep track of stats. Some of the best map design to date, the presentation of the game is a treat, everything from lighting, textures, depth of field and flare give it even more substance. The animations are far Superior to any other fps I have ever played. The weapons look real in some aspects and have a realistic kick to them not to mention their backed up with incredible sound design. You will hear tank shells fly past your head, building crumble, and jets explode which makes it believable. This is a great addition to the battlefield series that sits somewhere between B2 and BBC2.
    A must buy game 9/10    … Expand
  74. CosmicDeath
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Really awesome game. Everything about this game is amazing. The campaign, while short, had an interesting story and was pretty realistic. I was into it. Co-op is fun because you get to unlock new weapons for use in multiplayer. Multiplayer itself looks and sounds amazing. The graphics are beautiful, the maps look fantastic. Heck, even the guns and character models look great. Every singleReally awesome game. Everything about this game is amazing. The campaign, while short, had an interesting story and was pretty realistic. I was into it. Co-op is fun because you get to unlock new weapons for use in multiplayer. Multiplayer itself looks and sounds amazing. The graphics are beautiful, the maps look fantastic. Heck, even the guns and character models look great. Every single explosion and gunshot in this game makes it seem like you're actually there on the battlefield. Buy this game.… Expand
  75. ChrisSwede
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Singleplayer part is OK and what you expect from similar games like CoD but multiplayer is where BF3 shines and it's amazing how much fun this game is with a good team. The sound effects and the graphics outclass anything else on the market and adds extra value to the experience.
  76. OcraM-SA
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    For an unrivaled multiplayer experience with the best sound and visuals in the business, BF3 is undoubtedly the game to get!

    There is no other game out there in which you can destroy and tank using a jet, and then parachute to the ground to capture an objective after you have been shot down by an AA. Once capturing the point a squad-mate can come pick you up in a little bird to take you    For an unrivaled multiplayer experience with the best sound and visuals in the business, BF3 is undoubtedly the game to get!

    There is no other game out there in which you can destroy and tank using a jet, and then parachute to the ground to capture an objective after you have been shot down by an AA. Once capturing the point a squad-mate can come pick you up in a little bird to take you to your next objective, while you fire RPG's at the enemy vehicles below!

    Simply put, you will experience so many naturally occurring epic, adrenalin fueled, moments in this game that no other online shooter can even hope to match.    … Expand
  77. Loque_k
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    I have to offset the horrible ratings of 0 for this game as it clearly does not deserve it. DICE have put all of their experience and effort into this game to make something special that can be played in a variety of ways by the deadline set (I highly recommend co-op with a friend using a microphone!!). More updates are going to refine this Multiplayer and having Battlelog separate meansI have to offset the horrible ratings of 0 for this game as it clearly does not deserve it. DICE have put all of their experience and effort into this game to make something special that can be played in a variety of ways by the deadline set (I highly recommend co-op with a friend using a microphone!!). More updates are going to refine this Multiplayer and having Battlelog separate means we can have quicker updates to the joining elements of the actual game.

    As will all multiplayer games, don't expect to just join a random server and be at the right skill level - or think that playing on a 64 player server can feel lonely without people on communications (either using Battlelog or a 3rd party app). Use the filters and look at the options that the servers provide and you will find exactly what you are looking for with this game.

    Origin is clearly an exceptionally horrible application, but I feel it hasn't got anything to do with DICE or the Game. I have researched the permissions the application uses and have ensured personal content is kept away from it. I would easily give Origin a negative score -10 and will help protest against the violation of privacy it imposes on its users.    … Expand
  78. PacketLoss
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    Great game, had some issues with the BETA, but I can't judge a game on it's beta. I will admit that the single player mode is lacking, but I personally only use it to get a feel for the game before going into multi-player. Have yet to have had a bad experience in it so far. Would give it a 10 but the fact that the single player had some issues with the AI and linearity and that I haveGreat game, had some issues with the BETA, but I can't judge a game on it's beta. I will admit that the single player mode is lacking, but I personally only use it to get a feel for the game before going into multi-player. Have yet to have had a bad experience in it so far. Would give it a 10 but the fact that the single player had some issues with the AI and linearity and that I have yet to play co-op. Overall I will say it is a solid game, but not perfect by any means.… Expand
  79. Raficoo
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    The realism in the series never cease to amaze me, and Battlefield 3 was no exception! The sound of gunfire blazing through the field, the explosions roaring, the technology used, it's simply amazing! Tanks, boats, jets, jeeps.... all full of action and excitement! The single play was also amazing(though it was considered a major negative mark on the game), but the multiplayer wasThe realism in the series never cease to amaze me, and Battlefield 3 was no exception! The sound of gunfire blazing through the field, the explosions roaring, the technology used, it's simply amazing! Tanks, boats, jets, jeeps.... all full of action and excitement! The single play was also amazing(though it was considered a major negative mark on the game), but the multiplayer was outstanding! the teamwork, the coordination, simply can't be beaten. Also the graphics are state-of-the-art.

    I will admit it has it's bugs here n there, but this has happened to almost every Battlefield release, it's a new engine... so many possibilities, I'm sure after DICE patch things up, it will boil down to a almost-perfect game :)    … Expand
  80. kasteno_
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    This game is so good, everything about it to the Multiplayer and the...hold on, Singleplayer...The single player lacks any new idea in the way of telling it. I do not believe DICE wanted to make it unfoil like of FPS's did. So, If anything, they just winged it and put some retrospective interrogation in there. Which wasn't creative really and brought nothing new. The story itself is a goodThis game is so good, everything about it to the Multiplayer and the...hold on, Singleplayer...The single player lacks any new idea in the way of telling it. I do not believe DICE wanted to make it unfoil like of FPS's did. So, If anything, they just winged it and put some retrospective interrogation in there. Which wasn't creative really and brought nothing new. The story itself is a good one though. But, it lacks originality with cliches from war movies and scenes and dialogue you could hear and see in any military film. After the singleplayer, comes MULTIPLAYER. It is hella' good, fluid controls, and quick fighting. The maps are all diverse from the narrow alleyways of the Grand Bazaar, to the open plains of Caspian Border. BUT, there are 2 downsides to the Multiplayer, 1) Aircraft Controls, the controls feel awkward (on the PC at least). They feel like there is 2 things you can do and are not very fluid. And 2) Maps (Compared to BFBC2), The maps are something that could've been done slightly better. They don't have the same destructibility, even with Frostbite 2, and they don't feel like TRUE, tactical maps. After the MP and the SP. BF3 is a very well performing game that lives up to most of its potential.… Expand
  81. alpacmon
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    I would give it a 9 but gamers deal in absolutes. So my 10 will cancel out some of the 0's that are kinda extreme. Multiplayer is a lot of fun and some of the most fun I've had playing with friends. Ignore the singleplayer (what did you expect). Origin and the browser method of joining games is annoying. And the last bad thing is they simplified the game to make it appeal to a largerI would give it a 9 but gamers deal in absolutes. So my 10 will cancel out some of the 0's that are kinda extreme. Multiplayer is a lot of fun and some of the most fun I've had playing with friends. Ignore the singleplayer (what did you expect). Origin and the browser method of joining games is annoying. And the last bad thing is they simplified the game to make it appeal to a larger audience to some extent. But it's still a blast.… Expand
  82. ShiftNMove
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Easily the best game ever created of the FPS genre and I've never really been a fan of the battlefield series. This game is full of such dynamic content and allows you to experience something new every single time you enter the game. Has single player, co-op, and a bad ass multiplayer. Need I say more? This game is purely amazing and being able to view every minute detail of your stats isEasily the best game ever created of the FPS genre and I've never really been a fan of the battlefield series. This game is full of such dynamic content and allows you to experience something new every single time you enter the game. Has single player, co-op, and a bad ass multiplayer. Need I say more? This game is purely amazing and being able to view every minute detail of your stats is awesome. I also love the ability to continually unlock in game attachments for specific weapons and the ability to steal dog tags from other players. Did I mention the graphics and gameplay rock? Buy this game!… Expand
  83. Snake116
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    OUAHH ! It's my opinion on this F***ing Game ! Graphism 9/10 (GTX 570 ALL ON ULTRA) but no 3D vision .... Sounds : 10/10 THE TOTAL WAR
    Solo : 5/10 not a great campagn, Dice make a lot of job for the next game
    Multi : Large conquest is the must, coop with your squad make this game the better ! Good job and Thank You Dice
  84. ebeytin
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    great game single player amazing, multiplayer also amazing. so much better than the beta this is a great game and i think dice have really outdone themselves
  85. Bobbydylan
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    A flawed game, this title was rushed to the shelves to beat modern mappack 3 to the market. it did that, but dropped a lot of content to make the deadline. Destruction is toned down, Como-rose is useless, the squad menu is outright broken, and many of the weapons are peculiar balanced. That said, the game is fantastic, and outright addictive. Be prepared to lose whole days of you life toA flawed game, this title was rushed to the shelves to beat modern mappack 3 to the market. it did that, but dropped a lot of content to make the deadline. Destruction is toned down, Como-rose is useless, the squad menu is outright broken, and many of the weapons are peculiar balanced. That said, the game is fantastic, and outright addictive. Be prepared to lose whole days of you life to this title. The Battlefield have absorbed thousands of player ours, and this looks likely to do the same (one the issues are patched up). In no other shooter can you fire a gun, command a squad, fly a chopper, dogfight in a jet, drive a tank, or a hummer, use a mortar, and have the freedom of the whole map. This game is brilliant, and I'm going to stop writing this, and go play some more of it. P.S. On a side note, the Single player is a load of tripe. the Story is unimagined, the QTE's are annoying, the climax is uninspired and the cutseans are prolific. This is a MP game only!… Expand
  86. simulant
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Single player aside, this is the game i would take to the proverbial desert island if I could only bring one.

    It is, without question, the best multi-player FPS ever created.
  87. Urza
    Nov 21, 2011
    8
    Single player guided experience is disappointing. I don't care what cool think you want to show me, I corridor shooting is boring. Graphics and sound are amazing though and multiplayer is solid and a blast. I could do without battlelog as my game interface though.
  88. Alexandy4545
    Jan 26, 2018
    8
    Been playing since launch, absolutely love it. Even reformated my hard drive so my outdated laptop could run it & it still looks amazing. & yep im a BF3 all the way, i used to be all about Modern Warfare, but once MW2 turned out to be less entertaining than minesweeper, tried Bad Company. & i was completely mind boggled with the fact why ive been playing MW at all.
  89. Hearthglen
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    The campaign is extremely mediocre. There, now that I've got that out of the way- lets move on. I hear a lot of "lets turn round every corner and expect a kill" CoD players QQing over the fact that they might have to run a few hundred yards to objectives to get sniped. Ever heard of taking cover and not exposing yourself like a little **** And have you heard of the vehicle system? WheelsThe campaign is extremely mediocre. There, now that I've got that out of the way- lets move on. I hear a lot of "lets turn round every corner and expect a kill" CoD players QQing over the fact that they might have to run a few hundred yards to objectives to get sniped. Ever heard of taking cover and not exposing yourself like a little **** And have you heard of the vehicle system? Wheels were invented for a reason you know- wait, I forgot, CoD doesn't let underage kids drive, silly me. Maps are too big you say? Why do you think squads were made? Its not all about one person, its about winning as a team and covering large areas that way, your squad and even beyond that. Strategy and execution is heavily rewarded in the game, gaining defensive positions and executing perfect attack orders unlike CoD's "I shoot you, you shoot me, i get more kills to get killstreaks to make everyone cry to make myself even better". It's self centered and does not foster proper COMMUNITY multiplayer gaming. So by now, you're probably thinking, "Omgz, BF3 fanboy ****ing on CoD MW3." Yah, umadbro? Sales are all MW3 has got going for it, skip over to the reviews done for MW3, see the difference? BF3 has revolutionized fps's taking an overused genre and making it realistic and challenging. Lack of replay value and boring....… Expand
  90. basketcase
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    This has got to be the most awesome game i have ever played. In every single way possible its just epic, from the graphics, to the sounds, to the over all gameplay.

    Unlike COD games, BF3 is actually more realistically paced, so you don't have a bunch of kids running around randomly shooting and getting headshots. So you can actually be methodical and strategic in how you go about    This has got to be the most awesome game i have ever played. In every single way possible its just epic, from the graphics, to the sounds, to the over all gameplay.

    Unlike COD games, BF3 is actually more realistically paced, so you don't have a bunch of kids running around randomly shooting and getting headshots. So you can actually be methodical and strategic in how you go about completely the missions.

    I havent played single player yet since i mostly buy games for online play, but the online play is worth it alone.

    There is so much more going on in this game than there is in any shooter game i ever played before. It even beats Bad Company 2, which i thought a game never could. love it.    … Expand
  91. Caramella
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    My favorite game so far!! They lose 1 point for not having female characters to use in multiplayer,.. Females are allowed to fight in Iraq and this game is based there so we should be able to! I don't see why ppl don't like single player I'm up to the tank lvl after the jets one and I like it.. Time to own you guys on multiplayer now, see you in the battlefield!
  92. Kinoso
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    The only thing that gives this game a 9 instead a 10, is the crappy Origin **** Realistic and graphically wonderful, however, I find quite more entertaining MW3 multiplayer. Just my opinion.
  93. tpallen121
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    Battlefield 3 has a brilliant and a dynamic multiplayer with unlocks coming often enough so new players are not instantly overwhelmed by more experienced players. the classes are well balanced and snipers do take a few shots to kill (except headshots). i was able to advance on two snipers occasionally taking hits from both and kill them so its really good dice fixed that issue from badBattlefield 3 has a brilliant and a dynamic multiplayer with unlocks coming often enough so new players are not instantly overwhelmed by more experienced players. the classes are well balanced and snipers do take a few shots to kill (except headshots). i was able to advance on two snipers occasionally taking hits from both and kill them so its really good dice fixed that issue from bad company 2. the singleplayer is quite shocking but does show of some really good examples of what the frostbite engine can do (exploding buildings and cover destruction) however the shocking narrative almost makes you cry.… Expand
  94. Zeusbot48
    Nov 14, 2011
    9
    All in all, a fantastically immersive multiplayer experience. Incredible graphics and sound quality are a huge step forward for the FPS genre. Some small frustrations include having to unlock weapons seperately for each faction, and having to fight people with better gear/vehicles than you because they have been playing twenty hours a day since release. The single player is very linear,All in all, a fantastically immersive multiplayer experience. Incredible graphics and sound quality are a huge step forward for the FPS genre. Some small frustrations include having to unlock weapons seperately for each faction, and having to fight people with better gear/vehicles than you because they have been playing twenty hours a day since release. The single player is very linear, with an uninspired storyline and I found a couple of bugs and random events that held me up for a while (such as dying randomly, for no apparent reason, and having a tank spawn and crash through a wall on top of me), but I'm willing to forgive these minor speedbumps due to the incredible visuals, sound and general gameplay quality. Definitely worth the money if only for the addictive multiplayer.… Expand
  95. charlie412
    Nov 7, 2012
    8
    This is probably one of the best shooters out there, the game is realistic and beleiveable with the way things explode and the scale of the battlefields but it is also fun to play, the multiplayer is definately the selling point of battlefield 3 and if it was just a multiplayer game it would be 10/10 but id say its main con is the single player on offer, it is just another cheesy storyThis is probably one of the best shooters out there, the game is realistic and beleiveable with the way things explode and the scale of the battlefields but it is also fun to play, the multiplayer is definately the selling point of battlefield 3 and if it was just a multiplayer game it would be 10/10 but id say its main con is the single player on offer, it is just another cheesy story like bad company 2 which i want really bothered about finishing at all, also another bad point is origin it is an extra client to install that to be honest i do not care much about tracking my stats i care about just playing.… Expand
  96. gogogo2011
    Nov 14, 2011
    9
    Battlefield 3 is still awe-inspiring, distracting, immersive. The game's use of sound, its massive battlefields, the disintegrating cover, the vehicles, the push to get players to act in concert, all combine with a new level of graphical detail and smartly sharpened leveling up and unlock system that delivers the deepest play experience I've ever had in an online shooter. Great multiplay,Battlefield 3 is still awe-inspiring, distracting, immersive. The game's use of sound, its massive battlefields, the disintegrating cover, the vehicles, the push to get players to act in concert, all combine with a new level of graphical detail and smartly sharpened leveling up and unlock system that delivers the deepest play experience I've ever had in an online shooter. Great multiplay, but bad FPS and slow Map loading.… Expand
  97. JordanMaiden
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    From a hard core fan of the series since 1942. I LOVE this game. I was a little thrown off by Battlelog at first, but it turned out to being a pretty cool way to do things. You got all your stats, friends, forums and servers right there on one page. Ive personally not had any problems with it, not since the Beta at least. This game obviously shines the most in it's multiplayer, it's whatFrom a hard core fan of the series since 1942. I LOVE this game. I was a little thrown off by Battlelog at first, but it turned out to being a pretty cool way to do things. You got all your stats, friends, forums and servers right there on one page. Ive personally not had any problems with it, not since the Beta at least. This game obviously shines the most in it's multiplayer, it's what will keep me playing for months, possibly years like I did with 1942 and BF2. On the other hand, the single player is a little iffy, it's pretty good. But this game didn't need a single player to begin with. The old school PC Battlefield's never had one, so I wasn't really expecting anything out of it. There are a few things as of now that I hope they fix with the gameplay, but it's a great game, and for sure beats the hell out of MW2.5.… Expand
  98. Ginda
    Nov 19, 2011
    8
    Great sound! Great looks! Campaign could be better but still fun! Spawn system playing TDM is horrible. TDM maps are quite poor. Conquest and Rush modes work better. All in all a great game thats not filled with bugs, glitches and hackers like modern warfare 3.
  99. alicomb
    Nov 16, 2011
    8
    Single Player is instantly unforgettable, script driven and short. The real meat and bones is the Multi-player that takes a bit of getting into if new, but enjoyable when when you get to grips with what may a steep learning curve, get a good team and work with them and you'll have many a great game. Let down however is the need to access servers via the browser, it simply takes far to longSingle Player is instantly unforgettable, script driven and short. The real meat and bones is the Multi-player that takes a bit of getting into if new, but enjoyable when when you get to grips with what may a steep learning curve, get a good team and work with them and you'll have many a great game. Let down however is the need to access servers via the browser, it simply takes far to long to get into a game. It at least looks like hte developers are taking on feedback which is always encouraging.… Expand
  100. Alphad115
    Nov 17, 2011
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is really good fun, grab 4 friends and join the fun of this game. Lots of cool stuff, Graphics , the playability, fun fun fun. But this game is very demanding, i mean you need to have a very good PC to be able to play it at it's best, which kills some fun of it but no matter it is still fun to run with an RPG and shoot a hole into a building. With some bugs which are annoying i think there more good then bad in this game. Campaign was amazing until the end. Why did they make such a bad ending... It looks like a CoD ending i was very disappointed at that but otherwise very very nice campaign.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 61 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 60 out of 61
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 61
  3. Negative: 0 out of 61
  1. Computer Games Online RO
    Mar 7, 2012
    86
    It's all a matter of taste, after all. They each provide a certain type of entertainment – when talking about Battlefield 3, it involves a bigger game, more open in its possibilities and more spectacular. But on a longer timeline, less frantic and with fewer Bruce Willis scenes than the mass appeal beast it set itself to dethrone.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 20, 2012
    80
    No, Battlefield 3 is not the best game of today. But good looking – definitely. It also has an absolutely addictive multiplayer. Who needs more? [Dec 2011]
  3. PC PowerPlay
    Dec 4, 2011
    90
    Both a triumphant leap forward and a return to form for the Battlefield series. This is the best multiplayer shooter on PC. [Christmas 2011, p.58]
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