Battlefield 3

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  1. Mundty
    Dec 6, 2011
    8
    The single-player campaign of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare series will probably always be better, that's something they've always done well. But as far as multiplayer (which in my humble opinion is where the replay value is), Call of Duty will never hold a candle to the Battlefield series. As with all major Battlefield releases (1942, 2, & 3), these multiplayer maps are massive and deepThe single-player campaign of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare series will probably always be better, that's something they've always done well. But as far as multiplayer (which in my humble opinion is where the replay value is), Call of Duty will never hold a candle to the Battlefield series. As with all major Battlefield releases (1942, 2, & 3), these multiplayer maps are massive and deep in complexity. Between the primary weapons, utilities, tanks, vehicles, and aircraft you could literally spend months unlocking and upgrading even if you played everyday! There is so much to do here, it's one of the few games that I can justify the $60 price tag on, because I know not only will reaching my goals take time but I'll enjoy doing it along the way. One thing to remember when playing any Battlefield game is that this is not a Call of Duty style multiplayer game. The maps are 10x as large, the Objectives are more important than Kill #'s, running and gunning will most likely get you killed, and team work is rewarded. You'll need to adjust your weapons from map to map, and think about what you're doing instead of running into battle gung-ho. Over time, you will become a better player and adjust by learning the maps and tactics used by other players. It's an extremely rewarding experience for anyone looking for a multiplayer first person shooter that will be fun for more than a month. There are downfalls of course, the single-player experience while better than anything prior still falls way short of our expectations (especially after watching the trailers). Also the web style menu interface is horrendous and should have never been adopted in the first place. Disconnects are rare, but connecting to a server can sometimes be a challenging and getting server lists with proper ping read-outs can require restarts occasionally. While the former is permanent, the later should be fixed with future updates and is not of particular concern in most circumstances. If you're looking for a game you can jump into and start annihilating your foes immediately, Modern Warfare 3 is probably for you. If however, you're looking for a game with a more rewarding long term experience, team work oriented game play, and meaningful tactics and objectives. Skip Modern Warfare 3 and go right for Battlefield 3!… Expand
  2. lugia4000
    Nov 23, 2011
    9
    A great game followed by an average single player and crappy battlelog and origin. But multiplayer saves it all really, I don't mind going through all that just to play it.
  3. DragonSpawn
    Nov 24, 2011
    9
    Amazing graphics, amazing gameplay. Some annoyances that could have easily been avoided, and some features that made themselves at home in the previous Battlefield games missing, but easily a solid sequel that will provide months of entertainment.
  4. MrRARRAR
    Nov 25, 2011
    9
    This great game could have reached it's goal to over power the COD series if it had done the few tweaks we wanted it to do. It is I would say the best multiplayer game but the campaign was too similar to Black Ops. Betrayal, flashback, interrogation yeah yeah we've all seen that. The graphics were stunning and were complimented by the perfect audio. Terrain destruction implemented sinceThis great game could have reached it's goal to over power the COD series if it had done the few tweaks we wanted it to do. It is I would say the best multiplayer game but the campaign was too similar to Black Ops. Betrayal, flashback, interrogation yeah yeah we've all seen that. The graphics were stunning and were complimented by the perfect audio. Terrain destruction implemented since Bad Company 2, is a great feature. But now there was Origin. Battlefield 3 had gotten rid of Main menus and was replaced by Battlelog. When I was installing Battlefield 3, The first time I did it, it came up with the grey spinning wheel of death. Origin had said they were working on it 3 weeks ago! So after waiting a few hours I tried again successfully. But, when I got into a server, I got kicked after 30 seconds due to "no packet flow" from Punk Buster. Apparently, I'm not the only one. So after finally going through that you can finally enjoy the great experience of Battlefield. COD players would not enjoy this games, for it is slower paced, strategic and just better and COD players just can't admit it.… Expand
  5. lfbulldog
    Nov 26, 2011
    10
    Simply awesome, for me a PC game should focus on online gaming, and BF3 does just that, even though a good single player is cool it only lasts 6 - 8 hours tops, Multiplayer is where 1st person gaming really is on the PC and BF3 delivers in all areas. 1st person shooter of the year, theres no competition imo.
  6. Mcad
    Nov 26, 2011
    10
    Wow, this game was great from the word go. Carrying on from the near faultless series the bridge between bf2 and bf3 was nicely made with top notch graphics, moreish gameplay and everything that you could want from an fps. Being designed around pc, every element of the game is perfect. A slighly weak sp but from a series fixed on mp you can't be suprised. But counting it as an added bonusWow, this game was great from the word go. Carrying on from the near faultless series the bridge between bf2 and bf3 was nicely made with top notch graphics, moreish gameplay and everything that you could want from an fps. Being designed around pc, every element of the game is perfect. A slighly weak sp but from a series fixed on mp you can't be suprised. But counting it as an added bonus it was nice and welcomed. Wartapes sound will blow your ears, the eyecandy is not in your face, its there and the game is smooth despite it. Just a great game.10/10 for sure.… Expand
  7. FPSdaybreaK
    Nov 26, 2011
    9
    great graphics, love the freedom factor that you have whether you want to be a sniper or hop in a tank with some friends and just destroy kids, also EA also listens to people and works with the community on fixing certain things.
  8. czi
    Nov 27, 2011
    9
    Best multiplayer FPS game. But has lot of bugs, actually.
  9. ComputerFreek
    Nov 27, 2011
    10
    Three words: Bad Company Two! Really- whats the difference between this game and Bad Company 2. I shoot at a window and it doesn't break? Did we just go back in time and not be able to break windows? This game said it was going to have top notch graphics? What so top notch about it? The only improvement i see is in the indv. chars. That's it.
  10. RapidFireReview
    Nov 28, 2011
    10
    Now i know what your thinking. 10 out of 10 what an exaggeration right? WRONG! If i dident give this game a 10 id feel like i was lying. Everything in this game feels epic. From just moving around to the huge 64 player battles. 145 ranks online to keep you going for years to come.By far the best sound in a video game ever. Iv put over 100 hours into the online multiplayer and it just neverNow i know what your thinking. 10 out of 10 what an exaggeration right? WRONG! If i dident give this game a 10 id feel like i was lying. Everything in this game feels epic. From just moving around to the huge 64 player battles. 145 ranks online to keep you going for years to come.By far the best sound in a video game ever. Iv put over 100 hours into the online multiplayer and it just never gets boring. Don t want to walk in the front door of a heavily defended building? Then dont, blow open the wall go through that way.Tired of running around on the ground? Fly a jet, drive a tank, its just amazing! This one is going to be a modern classic. Definitely one of the best games iv ever played, and best 60$ iv ever spent.… Expand
  11. up4fu
    Nov 28, 2011
    8
    I never played BF2 or any titles prior. But I have played BC2 and decided this game was worth a try. It really is a fun game. I always like to start new games like this off by playing the single player campaign first. The single player is not very fun. It's a lot of button smashing/ button sequences.. *yawn.* This was clearly an attempt to become more like other games *cough* COD *cough.*I never played BF2 or any titles prior. But I have played BC2 and decided this game was worth a try. It really is a fun game. I always like to start new games like this off by playing the single player campaign first. The single player is not very fun. It's a lot of button smashing/ button sequences.. *yawn.* This was clearly an attempt to become more like other games *cough* COD *cough.* but don't let that keep you from buying this game. The multiplayer on this game is AWESOME. No crappy matchmaking like COD, dedicated servers, vehicles, huge maps, servers up to 64 players, vehicles etc. There are a few drawbacks for me. As a long time COD player, I am use to very fluid motions in game, very fast reloads, fast stance changing etc. The body mechanics in this game are SO stiff and rigid. One thing I have never understood about games is when the mechanics are different in single player than multiplayer. In single player you can go from prone to crouch, crouch to standing, or any variation without ever breaking your aim (aim down sight) and go from prone to sprint very quickly but in the multiplayer if you're prone you break your aim and slowly prop yourself up then have to re-aim again. Reloading (especially anti-air and anti-tank missiles feels like it takes hours). Though these aren't vital to games success it is hard to get use to. With all of my criticisms out of the way this game is FANTASTIC. If you have friends who play this game you can all squad up, and coordinate attacks, objectives etc. and it actually brings teamwork to multiplayer (something COD REALLLY lacks). I started off not liking the stiffness of this game but as I've played longer and longer it is CLEARLY the choice over Modern Warfare 3. This game was designed with the PC player in mind. I've played on the xbox 360 and PC and the graphics on PC make xbox graphics look like a 5 year old's hand drawing. It's refreshing to see a game that had hard work, dedication, and passion involved in it's development and not some recycled garbage from past years. I have found this game difficult to enjoy without a team that's willing to work together but I have 3+ friends who always squad with me so it is THE multiplayer game of the year BAR NONE in my opinion.… Expand
  12. vinisepulveda
    Dec 1, 2011
    10
    Jogo sensacional!!
    Sobre Single Player eu não vou nem reclamar pois esse não é o foco do jogo e nunca foi!
    Mas jogando o Multiplayer eu fiquei encantado com a dimensão e densidade do jogo, não vejo jogo melhor do gênero em 2011 e provavelmente vai ser difícil algum outro superar essas    Jogo sensacional!!
    Sobre Single Player eu não vou nem reclamar pois esse não é o foco do jogo e nunca foi!
    Mas jogando o Multiplayer eu fiquei encantado com a dimensão e densidade do jogo, não vejo jogo melhor do gênero em 2011 e provavelmente vai ser difícil algum outro superar essas inovações, Taí o CoD que parou no tempo.


    Jogabilidade incrível, gráficos ainda melhores e simplesmente elevou meu conceito de FPS.    … Expand
  13. Shinoxic
    Dec 1, 2011
    9
    Let's just start off by saying that Battlefield 3, as a complete package, is like most FPS's out there. But when you take the lackluster campaign away from the stellar multiplayer, then it shines. The campaign is mostly meh for the most part. I didn't finish it. But the multiplayer is great. The graphics are absolutely stunning, although the game does suffer from pop-in quite frequently.Let's just start off by saying that Battlefield 3, as a complete package, is like most FPS's out there. But when you take the lackluster campaign away from the stellar multiplayer, then it shines. The campaign is mostly meh for the most part. I didn't finish it. But the multiplayer is great. The graphics are absolutely stunning, although the game does suffer from pop-in quite frequently. Besides that, the graphics are the most engrossing of any FPS I've played. The classes are all fun to play and fun to customize. Game modes are very limited, but when you're having fun playing them on all of the maps, it doesn't really matter. You know a game is well made when you're having fun simply shooting down jets on Caspian Border with your buddies. Good job DICE.… Expand
  14. Exi
    Dec 11, 2011
    8
    The game itself is 'OK' but I hate Origin and Battlelog. I have no idea why the developers didn't integrate Battlelog into the game itself. Going out of the game just to join another server is very lame. Another thing I hate is the fact that you only have a server browser on the internet and not in-game, and in my eyes, that really sucks.
    Now to talk about the game itself: It's OK. It    The game itself is 'OK' but I hate Origin and Battlelog. I have no idea why the developers didn't integrate Battlelog into the game itself. Going out of the game just to join another server is very lame. Another thing I hate is the fact that you only have a server browser on the internet and not in-game, and in my eyes, that really sucks.
    Now to talk about the game itself: It's OK. It isn't 'meh' but it isn't 'woohoo!' ether. The destruction system isn't the way it should be, no real physics. graphics are OK, and so is the gameplay. I do have a little thing I hate and that is the brightness of the sun and the flashlight. Sometimes, you'd see more with your head beneath a rock than when you're looking at a tactical light.
    Overall, this game defiantly deserves a 8/10 or 8.5/10 .    … Expand
  15. Kyy38
    Feb 26, 2012
    9
    Battlefield 3.... Great game! This game has a few minor flaws sure, but other than that I'm very glad I purchased this game. The destruction properties adds a realism to the game and the campaign was amazing, non-stop action that kept me at the edge of my sit wondering what was going to happen next, what were you going to have to do to complete an objective! The campaign had a great endingBattlefield 3.... Great game! This game has a few minor flaws sure, but other than that I'm very glad I purchased this game. The destruction properties adds a realism to the game and the campaign was amazing, non-stop action that kept me at the edge of my sit wondering what was going to happen next, what were you going to have to do to complete an objective! The campaign had a great ending (Not going to spoil) and everything following up to the final mission did connect with the last mission. Sure the campaign was long, I actually wish it was a bit longer, but the campaign offered many adrenaline-pumping moments! One very frustrating flaw that has yet to be fixed in the campaign is a man you must, in stealth, "silence" him. The issue is when you try to slowly crouch up behind him you randomly die for no reason at all, but I got past it by quickly running and stabbing him as fast as I could, it worked. Multiplayer was pretty fun, but had a few bugs and very frustrating situations. Spawning is somewhat terrible on the more smaller maps where you either spawn in the middle of a firefight or multiple enemies spawn pretty much right on top of you. Snipers, now this is a more "personal" issue, I really want to snipe like the more support-like type where I would spot enemies, tell friendlies when to move up/stop etc., and take out enemies that are just tearing down my advancing team. Sure the first and second reasons are simple enough, but the third one, snipers suck. Not the realistic bullet drop, but the damage. I shoot a guy from let's say 100 yards (guess) square in the chest, he's still running. Again, this is a more "personal" issue I have. All-in-all this game is a must buy and I haven't even covered one-eighth of the pros of this game. I love the more realistic factor of destruction properties and bullet drop and I love the vehicles! When a jet flies over my head in the game going pretty damn fast I'm awe struck just by a realistic feeling.… Expand
  16. Spudrospar
    Mar 28, 2014
    10
    Ok, 4 categories im gonna review this game on:
    Graphics: 10% of the score:(on max/near max)
    9
    Sound: 10% of the score
    10
    Gameplay: 60% of the score
    9
    Longevity: 20% of the score
    10, without premium 9
    Final verdict: 9, but giving it a 10 to balance out the trollvotes/people with rose tinted glasses on their eyes/cod fanboys
  17. Merkava357
    Feb 29, 2012
    8
    Battlefield 3 is a great game, but for quality graphics, sounds, and multiplayer ... but disappointed the history I'm not saying they are bad, but is very repetitive, always terrorism and the nuclear bomb, as in BC 2 I for one expected to change something.
  18. Hamzairshad
    May 4, 2013
    10
    The best multiplayer experience is arrived.Battlefield 3 is the best multiplayer game of this generation.

    Pros:
    Best Multiplayer expierence ever made.
    Great shooting mechanics.
    Great use of battlelog helps us track our stats and progression.

    Cons:
    Poor Single Player Campaign
    Coop looks like a crap practice system for noobs.
  19. ns0l
    Dec 18, 2015
    8
    Battlefield 3 is a strong action game. More realistic. And it does have the best sound I've ever heard so far. maybe the review is not good, but the game is great.
  20. Zyromkiru
    May 4, 2012
    9
    Definitely the step into the future with how shooters should be although this game does have a lot of unbalanced weapons and bugs. I will most likely buy the next game when it comes out if it is like this one. The sniping in this game is by far my favorite of any game.
  21. JeremyEr10
    May 4, 2012
    8
    Battlefield set the standards on how large scale multiplayer games are handled.
    Unfortunately, the game has degraded in terms of gameplay for the sake of eye popping graphics.
    However, Battlefield 3 is still a game worth trying due to its still addictive and action packed Multiplayer.

    Do not underestimate this game, it has potential.
  22. TomPD
    Sep 4, 2013
    9
    I remember playing COD 1-4 against my dad and he would get a big HMG, see me, and start sprayin bullets at me. Naturally he was a terrible shot, and I would pop out amidst the bullets, maybe take a few to the body, but otherwise blow his head away with a precise sniper round. He would get very upset at this saying, "no sniper or any soldier would ever get up in the face of fire, this isI remember playing COD 1-4 against my dad and he would get a big HMG, see me, and start sprayin bullets at me. Naturally he was a terrible shot, and I would pop out amidst the bullets, maybe take a few to the body, but otherwise blow his head away with a precise sniper round. He would get very upset at this saying, "no sniper or any soldier would ever get up in the face of fire, this is so unrealistic." So BF3 has this suppression thing, which is cool and not overwhelmingly arcadey. For that, I give 9 out of 10.… Expand
  23. fukeaintheass
    May 8, 2012
    5
    Couldn't wait to play it as im a massive BF2 fan. But it was a complete let down. The game wasn't even finished prior to release and is the MOST buggy game i've EVER played. Many people bought the game and simply cant play it as it just wont work. To add injury to insult the game gets constant "maintenance", in other words its unplayable for hours at a time. This time affects players inCouldn't wait to play it as im a massive BF2 fan. But it was a complete let down. The game wasn't even finished prior to release and is the MOST buggy game i've EVER played. Many people bought the game and simply cant play it as it just wont work. To add injury to insult the game gets constant "maintenance", in other words its unplayable for hours at a time. This time affects players in Australia and surrounding area's as it is timed to not effect EU and US playtime. While this game is enjoyable to play, the numerous problems have pushed many to vow never to buy EA/DICE products, i cant blame them as the sheer frustration of wanting to play it but not being able to tests your patience. Origin is not worth pissing on even if it was on fire.
    P.S Singleplayer is crap, its all about the multiplayer.    … Expand
  24. spangen13
    Nov 13, 2012
    10
    This is the best FPS there is out there and probably will be until Battlefield 4 comes out. And it´s all about multi-player! Don´t buy this game if you want a good single-player story. It is decent but with barley any replay value with a 6-7 hours campaign it would be a waste. Like I said, it´s all about the multi-player and DICE does it so well that they will easily getThis is the best FPS there is out there and probably will be until Battlefield 4 comes out. And it´s all about multi-player! Don´t buy this game if you want a good single-player story. It is decent but with barley any replay value with a 6-7 hours campaign it would be a waste. Like I said, it´s all about the multi-player and DICE does it so well that they will easily get a 10/10 from me. I was a hardcore Call of duty fan-boy before this came out and I was very sceptic in the beginning but now I completely sold. The value of the Premium pack is sick. You´ll get so many different experiences from this game. I´d say when they released the Close Quarters map-pack it blew away all the competition like CoD and MoW. The CoD games are pretty amazing too but once you have played BF3 everything else feels very outdated. If you have a decent PC you must own this game. It´s an obligation. But a warning is that your standard for FPS games will reach sky-high. Once you go BF3 you´ll never go back.… Expand
  25. wingsoverithaca
    May 20, 2012
    5
    Huge BF fan. But I uninstalled this game a month ago since it wasn't being played. Pros: graphics, vehicles, some improvements on bc2 (revives, MCOM charges have to be disarmed even at 0 tickets)

    Cons: HORRIBLE MAP DESIGN, PLAYER DROPOFF, needs more destruction, NETCODE (client-side hit detection), patches break more than fix, battlelog + origin, guns are bland, classes are imbalanced,    Huge BF fan. But I uninstalled this game a month ago since it wasn't being played. Pros: graphics, vehicles, some improvements on bc2 (revives, MCOM charges have to be disarmed even at 0 tickets)

    Cons: HORRIBLE MAP DESIGN, PLAYER DROPOFF, needs more destruction, NETCODE (client-side hit detection), patches break more than fix, battlelog + origin, guns are bland, classes are imbalanced, too many laser designations (needs more AT4), BUGS    … Expand
  26. mAs7eRa
    Jul 12, 2012
    9
    A great game in my opinion. But its strenght is the multipalyer. I like the singleplayer, but as mentioned it is quite short, and this is the reason I give 9. After playing more than 60 hours, I am still interested in the game. Unlocking new weapons and perks may get boring, but I haven't had recently so much fun from a multipalyer game! It is best if you play at least with 1 friend andA great game in my opinion. But its strenght is the multipalyer. I like the singleplayer, but as mentioned it is quite short, and this is the reason I give 9. After playing more than 60 hours, I am still interested in the game. Unlocking new weapons and perks may get boring, but I haven't had recently so much fun from a multipalyer game! It is best if you play at least with 1 friend and you have voice chat. How can someone not like co-op with a helicopter against enemy team, flying 2 jets and killing the enemies, and making incredible stunts? I love it, and it's not even comparable to Call of Duty (which I regret buying and wasting money). Of course you need AT LEAST a duo core 2.4gh to play with 20-40 fps, but the graphic and gameplay experience are unique! Well worth it in my opinion. Can't wait for battlefield 4 ^^… Expand
  27. DesireMercy
    Jan 16, 2014
    7
    Battlefield 3 takes many steps in the right direction. Suppression, customizations, return of prone, 64 player maps, and a bunch of additional modes. However, DICE loses some points by making practically all of these additional game modes "premium" content (meaning you have to pay another $30 bucks to unlock them).

    DICE demonstrates once again they know how to make games with huge    Battlefield 3 takes many steps in the right direction. Suppression, customizations, return of prone, 64 player maps, and a bunch of additional modes. However, DICE loses some points by making practically all of these additional game modes "premium" content (meaning you have to pay another $30 bucks to unlock them).

    DICE demonstrates once again they know how to make games with huge learning curves. Only the most persistent (or masochistic) will make it beyond a few games. Death comes far too quickly and often from nowhere. Vehicles are too few and too powerful. Experienced pilots can effectively lockdown an entire 64 player map with just two jets.

    Complaints aside, the game can be a lot of fun. Though it makes me long for the simpler days of Battlefield 2 or even 1942.    … Expand
  28. JonathanGurebo
    Sep 2, 2012
    9
    really good and fun game! but $79,95 for Battlefield Premium? that should be free when i buy the game. and it is really bad on my internet connection. i have really good connection and speed, but the f*cking game says " connection timed out, " connection lost" .... so i must play on 3G, thats not good.
  29. somethingguy912
    Aug 26, 2012
    5
    I was fortunate enough to get this game as a gift rather than paying for the $60 that this is game is not actually worth. I didn't have to bother with the excuse that is Battlelog or Origin, because I was fortunate enough to use the console versions, which for one of the few times is an improvement from the PC. Initially, I really enjoyed the game, from the balanced guns to the awesomeI was fortunate enough to get this game as a gift rather than paying for the $60 that this is game is not actually worth. I didn't have to bother with the excuse that is Battlelog or Origin, because I was fortunate enough to use the console versions, which for one of the few times is an improvement from the PC. Initially, I really enjoyed the game, from the balanced guns to the awesome destruction physics and how Battlefield 3 really does incorporate team play. But after a while, the game has become almost as infuriating to me as playing Black Ops or MW2. The constant glitches with non-working glitches, the horrible hit detection from the net code, the horrible collision impact between proning halfway between walls and explosions not doing enough or too much damage, and most importantly, how the graphics completely betray your line of sight. I don't get why a "realistic shooter" thinks that "realism" is that every panel, wall and character needs to be sprayed with the colors Brown, Tan, Gray and BLUE! seriously, those are literally the only colors they have in that game! it is literally impossible for me to get my bearings on what I'm looking at, who my teammates are, who my enemies are, or what control points I'm on. The FPS on that game isn't too much of a bother to me as to others, but the blatantly poor SinglePlayer and the not worthwhile Co-Op really does hinder the value of this game. This game doesn't deserve a 0, due to some technical appeal that the game does have, but it doesn't deserve a 10 because it is FAR FROM PERFECT. They had to rush this in, without giving any thought to consumer criticism and only thought of trying to beat MW2 in the economic arms race of "realistic shooters". Battlefield 3 is such a disappointment because, once again, EA overhypes the game and believes in that "minimalist" value that they have been provoking lately. BF3 could've been a more impressive game, with all the chinks smoothened out, with a better promising Origin without your privacy ruined, and with DICE's promise of "all dlc's will be free!", I would rate this game at a 8 out of 10. My last suggestion to you is, DONT BUY BF4. please.… Expand
  30. MrBungle420
    Sep 13, 2012
    9
    I guess low reviewers are tired of getting parachute knifed by guys like me.

    Either that or they have 5 year old video cards.

    How can anyone argue that this isn't the best looking FPS to date?
  31. KintoBourne
    Sep 19, 2012
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best FPS in the last 10 years. Nobody has done a work with such quality with such spectacular graphics, with a sound so realistic and the gameplay featuring wide this masterpiece. Just 10 to the entire team who has devoted many hours to work and create a work like this. Thank you.… Expand
  32. Wissam
    Sep 20, 2012
    10
    battlefield 3 is absolutely an awesome game and for u to knw it is the best war game ever made and no other war game can beat it not even call of duty battlefield 3 game graphics was never beaten and will never be fu*k cod :D
  33. yodagyo
    Sep 25, 2012
    10
    the game is great, amazing graphics(if your rig can handle it) amazing gameplay. if you're buying this game for single player...well lets face it you're not very smart are you? not saying the campaign is bad in fact it offers some pretty cool parts that make you say "whoa". The game really shines in its multyplayer with so many ways to play you will not get bored anytime soon :). If you'rethe game is great, amazing graphics(if your rig can handle it) amazing gameplay. if you're buying this game for single player...well lets face it you're not very smart are you? not saying the campaign is bad in fact it offers some pretty cool parts that make you say "whoa". The game really shines in its multyplayer with so many ways to play you will not get bored anytime soon :). If you're sick of using guns you can simply hop onto a jet and try and perfect that role while still having the array of unlocks available. In the end the game is amazing and is defiantly worth the purchase.… Expand
  34. Karr76
    Oct 4, 2012
    10
    the best graphics ( also rage idsoftw ) i've ever seen ( i got an gtx680 thank good )
    the physics, the mechanics, the sound ( i got the razer megalodon 7.1 its unbelievable ) with the armored kill expansion pack
    lot of people playing online
    with diablo 2, diablo 3, rage, half life 2, mass effect 2 ... the best game ever
  35. Gamezillabrodud
    Jul 29, 2013
    9
    Alright, first off this game is absolutely beautiful. Everything from lighting, to textures, to environments, to animation, to character models, to character animations it all looks incredible and evokes that same HOLY MOTHER OF THE LORD FREAKIN GOD feeling as when viewing the original Crysis on max settings(That is to say if you could). Though you will need an INCREDIBLY powerful pc toAlright, first off this game is absolutely beautiful. Everything from lighting, to textures, to environments, to animation, to character models, to character animations it all looks incredible and evokes that same HOLY MOTHER OF THE LORD FREAKIN GOD feeling as when viewing the original Crysis on max settings(That is to say if you could). Though you will need an INCREDIBLY powerful pc to view the game in all its hd glory on high settings. As come to be expected by most mainstream shooters the campaign is as fun and fast paced as ever, theirs just one problem-the story. The campaign is dragged down by a confusing narrative and a cliche INFESTED plot. It is the same song and dance as many other shooters with mediocre enemy AI. Speaking of enemies, you fight-you guessed it- RUSSIANS. Really? Again with the Russians? But although the campaign has its let downs the multiplayer is the real hook here and it is FUN FUN FUN! With enormous maps and 64 player shoot outs, the multiplayer is an intense and heart pounding experience the pushes the boundaries of extreme realism in shooters. Things like suppression, low health, bullet drop, and leading targets makes battlefield feel like a real war and adding more to the realism is something call of duty lacks in-communication. Because of the massive sizes of the maps you have to talk. You have to converse with your team mates and plan like a real war. Which makes a successfully executed victory all the more rewarding. Their is one small complaint though, what the heck happened to the destructible environments? Bad company had them in multiplayer, the campaign has them, why aren't they in multiplayer? Who knows?
    So, to sum things up battlefield 3 is a fantastic shooter, easily one of the best in the battlefield series and one of the best period. It's campaign story is a letdown and I really would have like to have seen some building destruction in multiplayer but the jaw dropping crap your pants graphics, ridiculously fun and addicting multiplayer, and unrivaled realism make Battlefield 3 a jem to play and a must own for any hardcore pc gamer.    … Expand
  36. declaaano
    Oct 11, 2012
    10
    I absolutley love this game! I first owned it on Xbox, and around 2 months ago i bought it for PC. Its spectacular! Graphics are epic, gameplay is awesome! Guns kick ass and with Frostbite 2.0 it is a MUST BUY!
  37. iDarkEmpire
    Oct 13, 2012
    10
    настоящий прорыв, в графике, физике, баллистике, масштабности, нанастоящий прорыв, в графике, физике, баллистике, масштабности, на данный момент лучший шутер в мире, но все равно оптимизация не очень хорошая, и игра очень капризная к настройкам электропитания в windows… Expand
  38. idohaker
    Mar 15, 2013
    9
    battlefield 3 is amazing. first it didnt work so i was pissed of but after a few day i found how to fix the problem.this game deserve a rate.the multiplayer is one of the best i have played.the co op mission are challanging.now here is the bed part........ the single player is awful this is why this game get a 9/10 and not a 10/10.
  39. ageofwinter
    Nov 16, 2012
    8
    This is an extremely beautiful game with sound that'll blow your socks off, you feel like you're actually there. The campaign was short & weak, I'm more of a single-player person so I tried that first, didn't really like it. Multiplayer though, is absolutely fantastic especially with the huge maps they built and all the vehicles you can use. Although the vehicles are over-powered, itThis is an extremely beautiful game with sound that'll blow your socks off, you feel like you're actually there. The campaign was short & weak, I'm more of a single-player person so I tried that first, didn't really like it. Multiplayer though, is absolutely fantastic especially with the huge maps they built and all the vehicles you can use. Although the vehicles are over-powered, it didn't bug me much as I simply left the game, and joined another. All in all, if you love competitive multiplayer to go along with beautiful graphics & sound, this is the game for you, regardless of platform, this game is top notch.… Expand
  40. TheCrtic1
    Nov 13, 2012
    10
    Incredible multiplayer game, with some of the most advanced technology for detailed destruction and realistic animations and graphics, and massive maps for huge battles with land and air action.
  41. buttmuffin2539
    Nov 21, 2012
    8
    This game is very impressive. The campaign is lacking and linear, but that has sadly become the norm for modern FPS games; however, the real value lies within this games intense multiplayer and detailed physics of the Frostbite 2 game engine.
  42. TRoJaN_ViiZiOn
    Nov 16, 2012
    8
    this game is great. yes i am aware the series has been simplified over the years but i don't think it has impacted too much. this game is extremely balanced and keeping it up to date constantly with bug fixes and glitches or things that just need improving. there are just a few things i absolutely hate about this game. first of all is the s***ty sun glare. the sun is always really low tothis game is great. yes i am aware the series has been simplified over the years but i don't think it has impacted too much. this game is extremely balanced and keeping it up to date constantly with bug fixes and glitches or things that just need improving. there are just a few things i absolutely hate about this game. first of all is the s***ty sun glare. the sun is always really low to the horizon, like as if they are trying to show it off. i don't mind it as long it isn't in your face ALL the time. another thing is the dirty lense effect. like as if you are looking through your soldiers clear protective glasses. i hate this so much. it gets in your way and is extremely frustrating when you don't see an enemy because there is a blurry rainbow in the way. another thing is the suppression. i also hate this a lot. it is good that you can keep your enemy behind cover by doing this but i think the effects are just way to much. if they have to include it, at least make it disappear quickly. it keeps your screen blurry for about 2 - 3 seconds after they stopped shooting. these things just make the game look ugly to me. another thing which i would have liked was pistol customization and unlocks. instead of unlocking a type of pistol at a level i think the unlock system should work like primary weapons. i love the M9 pistol and i can only ever use it while i'm on the US team. maybe they are saving something like this for the next games. overall this game has top of the range graphics and is defiantly worth buying.… Expand
  43. sargebf3
    Nov 17, 2012
    9
    i don't understand why people think the singleplayer is stupid, i thought it was awesome. compared to call of duty, i play bf3 more often. multiplayer is cool too, but sometimes people camp at the spawn with their choppers or play as sniper with an all-class weapon to level their sniper. premium is also an awesome feature, and i love battlelog. the DLC's are also good. I'll give this gamei don't understand why people think the singleplayer is stupid, i thought it was awesome. compared to call of duty, i play bf3 more often. multiplayer is cool too, but sometimes people camp at the spawn with their choppers or play as sniper with an all-class weapon to level their sniper. premium is also an awesome feature, and i love battlelog. the DLC's are also good. I'll give this game a 9.00. why not a 10? because dice needs to fix some bugs, and the campers really are annoying.… Expand
  44. rtopete
    Dec 1, 2012
    10
    Battlefield 3 is a MUST have for all PC FPS lovers. This game has it all: from quick Join-SHOOT-KILL Frantic games to long, full on tactical WARS. The single player campaign was fun enough to get you started on how the game engine feels. The DLC's keep this game fresh with new game modes and assignments to complete. Short and Sweet: Multiplayer is what makes this series amazing.
  45. Jsoundswave
    Nov 25, 2012
    9
    Okay, I love the franchise but this game just doesn't have that Battlefield feel that every other game had. It felt more focused on what gun you used than what strategy you used. Don't get me wrong it is extremely fun, it just feels "iffy."
  46. blazeline
    Aug 25, 2013
    9
    Awesome blockbuster game. The graphics and sound are outstanding and there is a very cinematic feel to the single player campaign. The smoke and particle effects really add to the realism. The story and voice acting is great even though it's not ground-breaking. I'm glad the campaign was short and could finish the game in a day because I don't have 100+ hours to spend on a game. My onlyAwesome blockbuster game. The graphics and sound are outstanding and there is a very cinematic feel to the single player campaign. The smoke and particle effects really add to the realism. The story and voice acting is great even though it's not ground-breaking. I'm glad the campaign was short and could finish the game in a day because I don't have 100+ hours to spend on a game. My only complaint is I would have liked more freedom of movement. You are automatically killed if you step out of bounds so you have very little initiative in how you complete a mission. Expect an action game and not a military simulation. I haven't tried multiplayer yet so I can't comment on that. Congrats to Dice & EA for a very polished and entertaining FPS.… Expand
  47. Danny83
    Dec 18, 2012
    5
    another average shooter. sigh..... when are we gonna have a video game revolution. Its just like everything these days, movies, music, its all created for a bunch of kids. very sad. I find myself going back in time and playing old games, you know, when they were actually good.......
  48. ColGamers
    Jan 20, 2013
    10
    much better then Cod.
    my critic on cod was that i was tired of the same online and story.
    in this game the story and the online changes a lot in the 2nd battlefield most of the story was on the desert , in this one its on the city. the online dosnt change a lot but it makes the game more as a real war. battlefield 3 online maps= big maps with a realistic war. call of duty´s    much better then Cod.
    my critic on cod was that i was tired of the same online and story.
    in this game the story and the online changes a lot
    in the 2nd battlefield most of the story was on the desert , in this one its on the city.
    the online dosnt change a lot but it makes the game more as a real war.
    battlefield 3 online maps= big maps with a realistic war.
    call of duty´s online maps= irealistic maps, not for all classes like sniper.    … Expand
  49. Aleluis
    Jan 28, 2013
    9
    Really good game a 8-9/10 is a my rewiev
    Campaign at the beginning I didn't appreacieate some parts were you cannot decide what to do but it was very interesting indeed
    Multiplayer was good enough You can use veicules or airplanes But you have to make some practice before winning easily Your choice :)
  50. MrPotato123
    Mar 7, 2013
    10
    the review of the people are so subjective .we can put whatever you want. I say best game ever Good graphic, excellent effects and realistic sounds BEST MULTIPLAYER EVER in a fps
  51. jabbathefrukt
    May 25, 2013
    10
    Battlefield 3 has one of the best graphics in the world which makes the game just kick ass. The new frostbite engine is totally massive and you can tell than the game is made by over 300 people. The singleplayer campain is fun, the Coop is also fun but the multiplayer is the thing that makes the game achieve 10 stars. With kick-ass multiplayer gaming up to 64 players per server theBattlefield 3 has one of the best graphics in the world which makes the game just kick ass. The new frostbite engine is totally massive and you can tell than the game is made by over 300 people. The singleplayer campain is fun, the Coop is also fun but the multiplayer is the thing that makes the game achieve 10 stars. With kick-ass multiplayer gaming up to 64 players per server the multiplayer gameplay is just so enjoyable. I have spent over 300 hours playing the game and I strongly recomend it to you.
    If you like games with ultimate graphics and massive mutiplayer, this is the game for you!    … Expand
  52. Jackunpack
    Sep 2, 2013
    6
    I so wish that this was better!
    Let me get this out of the way: BFBC2 is one of the best FPS I've ever played. It changed everything about the genre for the better. Destructible terrain, fantastic visuals and sound effects. Tight controls and satisfying weapons.
    Battlefield 3 keeps a lot of it but also screws some things up. Massively. First and foremost, the campaign sucks. Truly. You    I so wish that this was better!
    Let me get this out of the way: BFBC2 is one of the best FPS I've ever played. It changed everything about the genre for the better. Destructible terrain, fantastic visuals and sound effects. Tight controls and satisfying weapons.
    Battlefield 3 keeps a lot of it but also screws some things up. Massively.
    First and foremost, the campaign sucks. Truly. You know they don't care any more when they start ripping of the story of Call of Duty games. Really, that's like a gourmet restaurant taking tips from MacDonald's. The gameplay isn't enjoyable without other players since the AI is dumber than my hat. There is no co-op feature and the whole thing is just a mess.
    But Battlefield is all about the multiplayer, right? BC2 was, I know that for a fact. The problem is that BC2 had a great campaign as well. There were interesting characters with good dialogue and it wasn't just set piece after set piece holding together a paper-thin plot.
    Anyway, that's enough rambling; how is the actual multiplayer? To answer my own question: it's solid. Not amazing but not terrible either. The weapons feel very powerful and are satisfying to use. There are some blatant balance issues but they can be overlooked. The biggest problem is the original set of maps. They are large, sure, but they were not actually that well designed (most of them, that is) and they actually had to bring in Strike at Karkand (still a masterpiece of map-design) to mix things up. The most pressing issue is that the maps usually don't support more than one playstyle. Some maps are impossible to play without a Sniper and some are so cramped and tight that that isn't even an option. A large map isn't any good if you don't use it to its fullest. The destructible terrain is still impressive but not used as much as you would want and probably not even as much as in BC2.
    And the final problem is Origin. This was not taken into account when I was considering the game's score. Origin is an absolutely awful program. I don't even have a problem with the fact that it's always online but it doesn't work. At all. I really haven't been able to play the game for months because Origin doesn't let me start it. I've contacted EA and they haven't been able to solve the issue. This is unacceptable and if this is the case in BF4 then I will never buy a game from EA ever again.    … Expand
  53. gstiker5
    Jul 22, 2013
    9
    Nearly a 10 but the campaign is just bleh
    The co-op mode is actually about teamwork and was very fun
    Battlelog is extremely deep
    There are so many weapons and vechiles
    64 Players!
    Huge Maps
    Great destruction
    Nice realistic engine finishes
    Amazing graphics lighting and particle effects

    On console it goes down to a 8 but on PC it is amazing
  54. DRiVER_helsinki
    Dec 29, 2013
    10
    coming back from BF4 mess and money-making decisions over the gameplay matter i give positive review just to support this BF3 i decide to stay with, and scrap my bf4 .
    BF3 SOLID
  55. ghost2512
    Jun 13, 2014
    8
    BF3 is meant for multiplayer. that being said the campaign is mediocre and short. but the multiplayer is fun with big maps which can accommodate 64 players. it has some great game modes and good weapon customization.
  56. kolpo
    Apr 15, 2013
    6
    I love all previous battlefield games on PC but this is simply not the same game. The one thing I did the most in previous battlefield games was playing the game against bots, either myself or with other people. This I enjoyed a lot. But battlefield 3 has except a short and average campaign only pvp play and nothing else. I simply don't enjoy that type of play, whatever it is in a FPS, aI love all previous battlefield games on PC but this is simply not the same game. The one thing I did the most in previous battlefield games was playing the game against bots, either myself or with other people. This I enjoyed a lot. But battlefield 3 has except a short and average campaign only pvp play and nothing else. I simply don't enjoy that type of play, whatever it is in a FPS, a MMORPG or an action RPG.

    Battlefield 3 has many things that could work very well if they had bots, the character progression would work fantastic with real single player gaming, the more difficult assignments would be ideal when you start to become better then the best bots(or just try them against weaker bots) all expansions would be interesting for coop/single player gamers rather then just the PVP niche, but one decision ruined it all; not including tradition battlefield bot matches in battlefield 3.

    Whatever battlefield 4 shall be a good game shall for me and many other people depend mainly on 1 thing: Shall it have bot matches?    … Expand
  57. Abolla
    Sep 13, 2013
    9
    Battlefield 3 is an absolute joy to play, but only on multiplayer. The campaign is not very interesting, and the co op felt like grinding my way through hoards of enemies as they blindly run into your fire.

    Multiplayer however is truly excellent. The maps offer great exploration of combat across the four classes if you are playing conquest. There will be significant advantages to being    Battlefield 3 is an absolute joy to play, but only on multiplayer. The campaign is not very interesting, and the co op felt like grinding my way through hoards of enemies as they blindly run into your fire.

    Multiplayer however is truly excellent. The maps offer great exploration of combat across the four classes if you are playing conquest. There will be significant advantages to being certain classes over others depending on your situation, so strategy and choosing your battles is key to your success. I found some bases far better suited for some classes over others, such as the Military Outpost on the Oil Field was brilliant for engineers because of the plethora of tanks that visit it. Snipers have proved their worth too with the MAV at their side. Spot enemies with it and your team will be destroying the enemy before too long. It hilarious sometimes how useful the MAV is. Soldiers and Support Gunners are so very useful too for front line combat and for the longevity of your battles. Soldiers can revive you, keep your health up, whilst support gunners can keep the ammo coming in and surpress the enemy.

    The best thing about this game is the sound design and sound mixing. The amount of processing that goes into the sound is flabbergasting. Low pass filters on the whole mix when you die, reverb wet and dry signal changes depending on location and distance, and side chain compression for extremely loud noises over the ambience. Absolutely amazing, and not seen in other shooters surprisingly. This may be because the sound is very processor intensive, so console games will not be able to reproduce the same fidelity on slower systems.    … Expand
  58. vintagegamer16
    Apr 19, 2013
    10
    this game is without a doubt in my opinion 10/10 fps game. graphics r from what ive experienced in my pc gaming, the best! contains many elements sticking to its battlefield roots, though true straying from many of its roots as well. This game promises something new even for the most seasoned battlefield veterens! Though i would not fully recomend to fans of Call of Duty series!
  59. RulaXo
    May 31, 2013
    10
    This is the best multiplayer of all the times,better than Call of Duty, better than the goddamn Halo, better than team fortress, may people than doesnt like battlefield many of them are noobs that only because they cant kill someone in front of them, they say that is full of glitches and bugs, and some people have the cracked version,
    Its true that the campaing its so linear but the fact    This is the best multiplayer of all the times,better than Call of Duty, better than the goddamn Halo, better than team fortress, may people than doesnt like battlefield many of them are noobs that only because they cant kill someone in front of them, they say that is full of glitches and bugs, and some people have the cracked version,
    Its true that the campaing its so linear but the fact is that battlefield is based on multiplayer    … Expand
  60. Mbdelta
    Sep 18, 2013
    10
    A must have for any FPS fan. This game truly sets the standard for an exciting multiplayer experience, and a fairly enjoyable single player game as well. Unlike many other games, Battlefield 3 is intuitive in design, and always exciting to play.
  61. GiGGiTYZz
    Jun 19, 2013
    10
    I used to be a call of duty fan but got frustrated with the lack of innovation and costly content i gave Battlefield 3 a try, i am now a complete Battlefield fan and for good reason, this game has everything you will want in a FPS. Vehicle combat, infantry combat, short range, long range and the largest maps with amazing map design. The faults from single-player are overlooked by easilyI used to be a call of duty fan but got frustrated with the lack of innovation and costly content i gave Battlefield 3 a try, i am now a complete Battlefield fan and for good reason, this game has everything you will want in a FPS. Vehicle combat, infantry combat, short range, long range and the largest maps with amazing map design. The faults from single-player are overlooked by easily the best and most various multiplayer experience to date.
    Highly HIGHLY recommend.    … Expand
  62. dinoramic123
    Jun 22, 2013
    10
    Great game, graphic ,reality al the best Multyplayer is the best on the world bro best best best it would get rate most posibly without multyplayer 6 but with multyplayerr it rocks baby.
  63. metacriticrevie
    Jun 21, 2013
    9
    This game is addicting it actually involves challenging and realistic tactics and skills. the graphics are amazing and the game fills alive. battlefield still lives up to the hype.
  64. carlrenat6543
    Aug 15, 2013
    9
    Battlefield 3 is completely Multiplayerfield 3. The campaign is not worth even touching, it has a few pulse pounding moments but it is not good at all. However the multiplayer is just so good! You are doing yourself a favor if you get for the the PC, but the console version is not very good. First of all it is only 24 PLAYERS MAX. While at the pc can get 64 players. Final verdict 9/10.Battlefield 3 is completely Multiplayerfield 3. The campaign is not worth even touching, it has a few pulse pounding moments but it is not good at all. However the multiplayer is just so good! You are doing yourself a favor if you get for the the PC, but the console version is not very good. First of all it is only 24 PLAYERS MAX. While at the pc can get 64 players. Final verdict 9/10. Mediocre campaign, amazing multiplayer.… Expand
  65. SwedishReview
    Aug 12, 2013
    9
    Too bad theres so many call of duty fanboys here who can't take the fact that this is better also this is not a singleplayer game it's a mulitplayer game so don't even but it in the review.
    This game is simply amazingly fun i spent tons of hours playing mulitplayer with my friends having so much fun! Can't wait for battlefield 4 9.1/10
  66. 97_mario_97
    Jul 24, 2013
    10
    This is an Ego-shooter game of the new generation. High graphics, realistic and awesome gameplay, not so hollywoodish storyline, a high amount of weapons, a big amount vehicles and way more things make this a great game.
  67. BryanPan25
    Jul 24, 2013
    7
    Definitely a cool game. Not such a great single player experience, but it is definitely worth the money if you are playing online. I like the weapons they use in the game so i purchased a few game replicas: http://www.airsplat.com/battlefield-3.htm
  68. KingShree
    Jul 25, 2013
    9
    After all the DLCs are out, Battlefield 3 is an ultimate gaming experience. It is not exactly as Battlefield 2 but it does so many things right. It is able to atract all kinds of players. Small maps with infantry fighters, medium maps with balanced infantry and vehicles fight and large maps with vehicles dominating the game. Audio and visuals are great. Unfortunately technical issues areAfter all the DLCs are out, Battlefield 3 is an ultimate gaming experience. It is not exactly as Battlefield 2 but it does so many things right. It is able to atract all kinds of players. Small maps with infantry fighters, medium maps with balanced infantry and vehicles fight and large maps with vehicles dominating the game. Audio and visuals are great. Unfortunately technical issues are holding it from achieving even higher score. An absolute must have for FPS Multiplayer fans.… Expand
  69. SirRodney
    Jul 27, 2013
    9
    However fun battlefield is, I feel as though EA is holding DICE back from performing at their greatest and fine tuning the game. It is an extremely fun game and if you are fun like me then you can incorporate some of the bugs and have some fun with them. Well made but the bugs let the game down.
  70. ShoteX
    Jul 31, 2013
    10
    The best Game I have ever Played! Interesting Singleplayer Stunning Graphics Awesome Multiplayer What else is needed for the best game at this time
  71. woojajaxdxd
    Aug 28, 2013
    10
    Amazing game, its fantasticl, real, the weapons are very cools, i love this game and i cant wait for Battlefield 4, the king of shooters sure, anyway, Battlefield 3 is amazing and the multiplayer, i havnt words to describe that marvelous
  72. Exempliify
    Aug 29, 2013
    10
    This game definitely has it moments, most of the time it is just a bug or two but overall the game looks great they fixed all glitches and punk buster bans people for cheats all the time. Overall after all of the patches it deserves a 10. I love this game, even more now since net code issues are fixed.
  73. MajorC99
    Sep 7, 2013
    9
    Amazing game, well optimized and an outstanding multiplayer experience. This game should NOT be bought for the campaign as it is very linear and anti climatic, the multiplayer on the other hand is what separates battlefield 3 from every other MMS on the market. You have the option of playing anything from a quick fast paced arcade shooter to a long fought game of dominating flags andAmazing game, well optimized and an outstanding multiplayer experience. This game should NOT be bought for the campaign as it is very linear and anti climatic, the multiplayer on the other hand is what separates battlefield 3 from every other MMS on the market. You have the option of playing anything from a quick fast paced arcade shooter to a long fought game of dominating flags and controlling the map. Very great buy… Expand
  74. Subject-R88
    Sep 8, 2013
    7
    This is my first Battlefield, and I'm quite impressed with the multiplayer. I love levelling up, love the graphics. I stay alive a lot longer than in Reach... Very addicting and fun.

    The single player campaign is too much in rails for my likes.
  75. GarryRyder
    Sep 12, 2013
    10
    Best First Person Shooter Video Game of 2011 for me! This game is a major beast. This game is even better than Saints Row The Third. This game also surpasses its previous successors. The PC controls are easier to control.One of my favourite games of all time. This game is very worth buying. Its a must try for all PC gamers.
  76. atd
    Oct 11, 2013
    0
    Well DICE is on the wrong horse: called EA

    The Winner of the worst company trophy in the past 4 years in the row! The game is all about milking the customers! DICE wants your money or the game, but not your feedback's or criticism! On ''Battlelog froum'' DICE continuously censorship`s most of the negative comments just pathetic! - the worse hit detection ever - poor    Well DICE is on the wrong horse: called EA

    The Winner of the worst company trophy in the past 4 years in the row!

    The game is all about milking the customers!

    DICE wants your money or the game, but not your feedback's or criticism!

    On ''Battlelog froum'' DICE continuously censorship`s most of the negative comments just pathetic!

    - the worse hit detection ever
    - poor net-code
    - Visual glitches
    - Poor Map designs
    - Cheaters
    - Hackers
    - nubs    … Expand
  77. kechkech
    Oct 19, 2013
    9
    Good game. Great multiplayer didn't even try the single player. Just when one side gets pinned down at spawn, it pretty much stays that way. Need some way to fix that.
  78. ygamer
    Oct 31, 2013
    9
    Melhor jogo de guerra ja criado, muito bom, inovador e realista.
    Título obrigatório para quem gosta de FPS.

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    Best war game already created, very good, innovative and realistic.
    Must for anyone who enjoys FPS.
  79. watsonmw
    Nov 5, 2013
    9
    Really liked the single player game. Much improved from BC2/BC.

    Multiplayer is amazing, but not a huge fan of the netcode, getting killed from behind cover is pretty annoying. In cqc most flights end up with you and the other player killing each other at the same time.
  80. gmanIL
    Nov 7, 2013
    9
    Sure the campaign story is boring but it offers great actions and looks great.
    What can be said about the on-line experience that have not been said? if you haven't tried it, you have missing on the best FPS online game ever.
    If you're close quarters action guy, a jet pilot, a tank driver or a sniper that enjoying marking targets for a mile away, BF3 offers everyone something. it offers    Sure the campaign story is boring but it offers great actions and looks great.
    What can be said about the on-line experience that have not been said? if you haven't tried it, you have missing on the best FPS online game ever.
    If you're close quarters action guy, a jet pilot, a tank driver or a sniper that enjoying marking targets for a mile away, BF3 offers everyone something. it offers some many content and ways to enjoy that game.
    Truly as close as it gets to the real thing. MUST have.    … Expand
  81. TheColonelKiwi
    Nov 21, 2013
    9
    To start of blandly this games campaign sucked. The online however is a completely different story. It is amazing. The graphics on PC are amazing and soooo HD, the game is filled with mainly mature people unlike the newer COD franchises. The guns and sounds sound very realistic and can be a real job to play. If you don't like infantry gameplay then you can go by tank, helicopter orTo start of blandly this games campaign sucked. The online however is a completely different story. It is amazing. The graphics on PC are amazing and soooo HD, the game is filled with mainly mature people unlike the newer COD franchises. The guns and sounds sound very realistic and can be a real job to play. If you don't like infantry gameplay then you can go by tank, helicopter or even jets to mix up all the action. I would definitely recommend this game!!!… Expand
  82. fateappointed
    Feb 3, 2014
    7
    Story: 7 out of 10, Graphics: 10 out of 10, Fun: 7 out of 10, Controls: 7 out of 10, Ease to Learn: 7 out of 10, Length: 8 out of 10, Re-play: 3 out of 10, Value: 7 out of 10

    Just didn't draw me in for some reason (story? controls? clanky?). I loved Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare much more than this game. Played the CoD4: Modern Warfare game on the Playstation 3 and enjoyed using the    Story: 7 out of 10, Graphics: 10 out of 10, Fun: 7 out of 10, Controls: 7 out of 10, Ease to Learn: 7 out of 10, Length: 8 out of 10, Re-play: 3 out of 10, Value: 7 out of 10

    Just didn't draw me in for some reason (story? controls? clanky?). I loved Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare much more than this game. Played the CoD4: Modern Warfare game on the Playstation 3 and enjoyed using the PS3 controller more than the mouse/keyboard for Battlefield 3; this may be the difference in my enjoyment.    … Expand
  83. Chruebert
    Jan 1, 2014
    7
    As we know this is a classic of the online multiplayer shooters and many people played it, before Battlefield 4 lowered the numbers of players using part 3. It wouldn't be a rating if i wouldn't rate both, the single and multiplayer but i feel very disapointed in the campaing mode. With a few hours of gameplay it's long enough to be not only a tutorial but it just feels like a corridor youAs we know this is a classic of the online multiplayer shooters and many people played it, before Battlefield 4 lowered the numbers of players using part 3. It wouldn't be a rating if i wouldn't rate both, the single and multiplayer but i feel very disapointed in the campaing mode. With a few hours of gameplay it's long enough to be not only a tutorial but it just feels like a corridor you have to pass through the way the designers wanted it to be. I so pissed when i have to play Blackburn and so happy for every moment i can play as Dima., caused by the better levels with him. Sometimes when you could easily dodge the crappy quicktime events the game won't let you e.g. kill your opponent on the spot. How difficult can real story telling be...
    The Multiplayer saves the day but it seems to be hard for newbies to compete with worser weapons and no attachments. There is no need for that stuff if you look back to to original 1942 where you actaully had 4 loadouts and nothing more it was real fun. Well not everyone has the money for the shortcut bundle which must be enormous waste....

    Singleplayer pro:
    + nice AI that also uses knives if you forget one of them and just walk to close
    + A story that has something like a interesting idea and is told by interuptable movies
    + Different tasks with different vehicles
    + Dimas Levels give you freedom of your strategy
    + Graphics are nice and most times the levels look good
    + Chars seem to be alive with all sorts of conversation going on
    cons.:
    - Quicktime events everywhere. I felt like constantly beeing a fool by this and having no choice (even if i got a good gun in my hand...) but tapping into the trap. some of them are really pissing off since fist fights can't be a matter of splitseconds and i actually play a shooter and not a adventure.
    - The Drama of losses pisses me really off... We are at war people die there of both fractions i don't feel like needing to cry for a single guy.
    - Normally I have varoius ways to win over a situation but best way ends in an endless game... there are endless enemies if i outflank them and make headshots from the side, than if i take a seat behind the HMG and spray bullets like stupid with no aim.
    - Corridor shooter: sometimes i have the choice of a 10*10m battlefield even if i see 100 meters. Otherwise we leave the battlefield. There is hardly a choice where to go or even how to kill the enemy.
    - Most stupid tasks ever... Hey driver why don't you run in a suicide mission across the battlefield, there is a 30man troop with no b***** to do it? Why do i need to wait until my vehicle falls apart before i may use my weapons?
    Some Characters seem so damned stupid in the story, that you feel like you wanna crash something heavy on their head. Like they aren't using brains according their information status, but that's needed in a way to keep goin on.

    Multiplayer:
    pros:
    + very realistic mechanics
    + revive, medipacks and spawn points aren't here to make it realistic but fun to play and balanced
    + some unlocks make you interested in continuing leveling
    + you can have tanks, jeeps, etc. and it's nicely implemented
    + aircrafts and their easy control management
    + many large and interesting maps
    + good balancing calss is changeable with dead chars
    + not much of cheaters
    + many different modes
    + mostly destructable environment
    + respawn is not automatic and i can change my equipment
    cons:
    - sometimes stil bugs like you get stuck somehwere where you have acually no obstacle
    - crappy webinterface that let's you start the game new for every match
    - too much of unlockables that you need s****loads of time to get them
    - too expensive before the release of part 4 (50€ stil) that prevented more full servers now the user base is shrinking and now the unlocks for 18€
    - pay to win with unlocks and extra stuff for premium; extensions should be more according maps
    - aircrafts dominate too much on the map since flying might be too easy.

    Over all it seems to be stil a good alternative to Battlefield 4, which is reported to have many issues after the release. Even if the numbers of players are going down in favor for other games...    … Expand
  84. Beadvised
    Jan 6, 2014
    9
    One of the best multiplayer fps games I know I really enjoy this game. The graphics are amazing The maps are all very good There are gamemodes and maps for every taste From close quarters to vehicle combat only
  85. p00d73
    Jan 25, 2014
    3
    Launching a game from a browser with special plugins is beyond ridiculous. First EA makes you install Origin because they refuse to use the way superior Steam, but then their own DRM doesn't seem enough so they have to add yet another DRM? Can't play when EA's servers act up again.

    Sabotaging your own modding community to sell more absurdly expensive and content-lacking DLCs is in poor    Launching a game from a browser with special plugins is beyond ridiculous. First EA makes you install Origin because they refuse to use the way superior Steam, but then their own DRM doesn't seem enough so they have to add yet another DRM? Can't play when EA's servers act up again.

    Sabotaging your own modding community to sell more absurdly expensive and content-lacking DLCs is in poor taste.

    Everything needs to be unlocked, casual gaming is incredibly boring.

    The campaign is mediocre at best. The storyline is absurd, the quick time events misplaced and annoying, the close combat is staged and the enemy doesn't seem to do anything else than run wave after wave in my sights. The dogfighting was repetitive and not exciting at all.

    Only good thing I can name are the sound effects, they are absolutely incredible. Most realistic gunshots I've heard in a game.

    All in all, they should have stopped at 2.    … Expand
  86. dyspeptic
    Jul 26, 2014
    5
    Last Played: July 2014
    PROS: + Not too hard, your standard shooter bloody goodness
    CONS: - Really stupid AI teammates hinder more often than help - Additional software required for online play (punkbuster) REVIEW: Note that this is only a review of the single player campaign, since you have to allow EA to spy on you to play online. Well, I'll be honest right from the start in saying    Last Played: July 2014
    PROS: + Not too hard, your standard shooter bloody goodness
    CONS: - Really stupid AI teammates hinder more often than help - Additional software required for online play (punkbuster)

    REVIEW: Note that this is only a review of the single player campaign, since you have to allow EA to spy on you to play online. Well, I'll be honest right from the start in saying that shooters aren't my favorite genre. That being said, sometimes there is no substitute for gunning down really stupid AI in a relatively easy game-which is what this is. No health bar, lots of ammo and extremely stupid AI who will run across killing fields because they don't want to sit still for more than 5sec. Still, if you stand out in the open it won't take much to kill you on Normal mode - though running and gunning with a shotgun is surprisingly effective when you consider how important cover is otherwise.

    Cons include extremely frustrating moments when a scripted AI teammate shoves you into heavy fire to get to their pre-recorded post-I wanted to shoot those idiots more than once-especially since their only function seems to be to draw enemy fire-they will engage enemies nearly indefinitely without killing them unless you do so yourself. Furthermore, in order to play online you have to give EA explicit permission to access your computer via their "punkbuster" software. This is supposed to prevent cheating, which is a noble goal, but it's as invasive as a full rectal exam just to go to the public pool-yeah it will help prevent disease, but you wouldn't see me lining up to have somebody stick their arm up in my business just so I can splash around with the dorky preteens.

    Sometimes EA offers the game free to hook you into buying the DLC. I'd say it's worth $0, but if you can't get it for this, pass.    … Expand
  87. deception
    Apr 25, 2014
    5
    2 балла за эффекты и более милую скушную одиночную кампанию. Мультиплеер коль его почти все так боготворили ранее чуть отличается от колдовского. Сказать честно мне совершенно не понравилось играть при синюшной цветокоррекции, постоянном смазывании экрана и большом колл-вом постоянно всплывающих спеццэффектов. Это всё эффектно и красиво, но абсолютно мешает разглядеть противника и играть с2 балла за эффекты и более милую скушную одиночную кампанию. Мультиплеер коль его почти все так боготворили ранее чуть отличается от колдовского. Сказать честно мне совершенно не понравилось играть при синюшной цветокоррекции, постоянном смазывании экрана и большом колл-вом постоянно всплывающих спеццэффектов. Это всё эффектно и красиво, но абсолютно мешает разглядеть противника и играть с комфортом вообще. Об изрядном доминировании странностей в виде багов и говорить не стоит. Физика. Баланс. Скушные карты. Бессмысленное времяпровождение за прокачкой. Всё это сводит меня сказать, что об Battlefield 3 слишком много рассказывали хорошего. И ничего интресного там нет. Пустая трата денег.… Expand
  88. SoleWhistle1804
    Apr 26, 2014
    9
    Overall, this game is a very nice, fun and exciting FPS. It is actually one of my favourite FPS games of all time. This is because of the amount of strategies you can use in this game. Most of these are unusable in COD. The only problem is that you have to buy Battlefield 3 : Premium Membership to full experience what the multiplayer has to offer. In the end I bought it, and I have to sayOverall, this game is a very nice, fun and exciting FPS. It is actually one of my favourite FPS games of all time. This is because of the amount of strategies you can use in this game. Most of these are unusable in COD. The only problem is that you have to buy Battlefield 3 : Premium Membership to full experience what the multiplayer has to offer. In the end I bought it, and I have to say it is worth the extra £30.
    Overall, I've had many hours of fun playing this game, but having to purchase premium might not encourage everyone to play this.    … Expand
  89. Skarlett
    Jun 1, 2014
    10
    Игра достойная 10 балов. Сколько прошло времени, а пользуется такой популярностью. Есть незначительные ошибки, но простительны. Динамичный мультиплеер и не плохая кампания, но на один-два раза прохождения.
  90. BeepBoopYT
    Jun 7, 2014
    9
    It's close to perfect. The gameplay is fun and the maps are huge. I recommend getting this and not bf4.
    Still, i can't seem to get more than 20fps even tho bf4 runs on 70+fps...Oh, and i'm going to say 1 word...
    PREMIUM..
  91. AlexanderMV
    Jun 14, 2014
    9
    Battlefield 3 is one of the best games that i've ever played, the graphics are excellent (even better than Battlefield 4), the gameplay are almost perfect, the game have not so much bugs, the loadings are a bit long, the campaign is a bit boring sometimes and the story is very simple, and the physics are a bit odd when you are falling. I really recommend you play BF3 because it is aBattlefield 3 is one of the best games that i've ever played, the graphics are excellent (even better than Battlefield 4), the gameplay are almost perfect, the game have not so much bugs, the loadings are a bit long, the campaign is a bit boring sometimes and the story is very simple, and the physics are a bit odd when you are falling. I really recommend you play BF3 because it is a magnificent game and today its very cheap, i bought mine for $10 in origin. Thanks for the attention and sorry for my bad english.… Expand
  92. Rajasekharan007
    Sep 5, 2014
    10
    excellent game, am not usually found of 1st person shooter games, but really loved this game... story,game-play,graphics are all awesome..... single player campaign is great..... one of teh best game i ever played
  93. rscl
    Aug 16, 2014
    1
    I cannot seem to recall a worse single player experience, ever.
    It's a claustrophobic experience where you are denied any choices of your own. The entire game is like an cinematic scripted event.
    If you even at all think for yourself, you're punished. You're not allowed to explore the map, if you kill enemies in any other order than the script wanted you to, they'll respawn. If you try    I cannot seem to recall a worse single player experience, ever.
    It's a claustrophobic experience where you are denied any choices of your own. The entire game is like an cinematic scripted event.
    If you even at all think for yourself, you're punished. You're not allowed to explore the map, if you kill enemies in any other order than the script wanted you to, they'll respawn. If you try clearing a mission differently or walk ahead for the same destination, it won't work.

    This review does not include any opinions on multiplayer. But I'm guessing the game would have been better off as multiplayer only.    … Expand
  94. RussianPhil28
    Jul 28, 2014
    9
    Playing the latest entry into the Battlefield series (Battlefield4) i was unhappy due to Electronic Arts early release so i went back to BF3 and probably played for at least five hours because throughout the entire time of my playing BF3 the thought of how a true game is made kept on running through my head. I guess this is a rant more than a review but battlefield4 is so far the worstPlaying the latest entry into the Battlefield series (Battlefield4) i was unhappy due to Electronic Arts early release so i went back to BF3 and probably played for at least five hours because throughout the entire time of my playing BF3 the thought of how a true game is made kept on running through my head. I guess this is a rant more than a review but battlefield4 is so far the worst battlefield on current generation consoles due to many game breaking glitches and bugs when i unlock a new gun and are forced to use the horrendous iron sights the sights have a iron block in between the sight lines which takes many rounds to disappear. I also experience something i call the purple glitch which just turns my map into a flash purple mess its like being on the inside of a purple disco ball. If only EA was like they used to be. In my book Battlefield3 is the best game EA might possibly release because Hardline looks like it is going to have a hard time being sold.… Expand
  95. Marick
    Apr 3, 2015
    9
    Battlefield 3 is more spectacular than Battlefield Bad Company 2. The story is slightly weaker, but how to spend the game is simply awesome. Many missions have remained in my head because of how they were made.
  96. gebagia
    Aug 14, 2014
    6
    Even though it is a classical shooter game, i liked it a lot. I liked enemy's AI and it was as hard as i want. Graphics are still awesome, the story line is really good(i loved the ending) even if it is completely linear you know from the start that this is this kind of game. EA is master of making action titles like BF3, i am not yet on BF 4 but i am planning on the near future and i amEven though it is a classical shooter game, i liked it a lot. I liked enemy's AI and it was as hard as i want. Graphics are still awesome, the story line is really good(i loved the ending) even if it is completely linear you know from the start that this is this kind of game. EA is master of making action titles like BF3, i am not yet on BF 4 but i am planning on the near future and i am waiting like crazy for the Mirror's Edge 2.

    What i "hate" about EA right now is the origin setup. I really dislike the thing that when i want to play a game i have to start it from Origin first, then go to the link in the internet browser and from there push the play button and after this the game will start. Come on you made the easiest thing in the world to be the most difficult, you are EA find a solution for this system it is disfunctional non-iser friendly at all.

    For this reason i am giving a 6 out of 10, with the hope someday EA will decide to fix the "start problem"    … Expand
  97. jelikey
    Sep 10, 2015
    8
    After sitting and getting some real time in i think this was a great game by dice they never really slack when it comes to their games. Alot of people are kind of down on the single player witch i really like and as for the online play well it's the best out their MW3 can't even come close to what bf3 can do. The nice thing is dice does not rush out a copy everyyear but maybe with as muchAfter sitting and getting some real time in i think this was a great game by dice they never really slack when it comes to their games. Alot of people are kind of down on the single player witch i really like and as for the online play well it's the best out their MW3 can't even come close to what bf3 can do. The nice thing is dice does not rush out a copy everyyear but maybe with as much as this game has sold we will see bf4 and more of frostbite next year. I hope they are useing forstbite on the new mirrors edge.… Expand
  98. CarlosQlo
    Nov 18, 2014
    10
    This game is the BEST Battlefield. have a great multiplayer and singleplayer (HATERS GONNA HATE)
    I Love the Battlefield Franchise (Im not a fanboy guys.. ) :)
  99. ahmed_malder
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    I love this game. I enjoyed BF2, and BC series. I also played BF1943. I am torn between me giving this game a 5, and 9. I decided a 9 would be deserving because I had no issues with the game WHEN it worked. And I have a blast playing it. I am not going down the list of issues because there are plenty. Origin should be optional, and it shouldn't scan a damn thing on my PC. Thankfully I…I love this game. I enjoyed BF2, and BC series. I also played BF1943. I am torn between me giving this game a 5, and 9. I decided a 9 would be deserving because I had no issues with the game WHEN it worked. And I have a blast playing it. I am not going down the list of issues because there are plenty. Origin should be optional, and it shouldn't scan a damn thing on my PC. Thankfully I… Expand
    its impresv iam this the best game i ever seen    … Expand
  100. Half-lifeer
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    I seriously dont understand these low scores... People are complaining about the singleplayer, as it's was expected from a Battlefield game to be about the singleplayer part, Really? Have you ever played Battlefield you would know, that it's about the Multiplayer! Ofc the singleplayer should play a part in the score, but not half of it, when it's only 1 out 10 part of the game!

    This is    I seriously dont understand these low scores... People are complaining about the singleplayer, as it's was expected from a Battlefield game to be about the singleplayer part, Really? Have you ever played Battlefield you would know, that it's about the Multiplayer! Ofc the singleplayer should play a part in the score, but not half of it, when it's only 1 out 10 part of the game!

    This is Battlefield at it's best! When im in battle, it's actually feels like a "Battlefield". The Sounds gives me goosebumps, they are probably some of the best sound effects i have ever come across. The graphic's are so impressiv if you think on how every level/map is, with 64 player's going totally insane. There are so many ways of having fun! So many options to kill your enemy and the frostegine 2 just make's this a blast. The realism, the effects, the destruction, the sounds are executed to perfection.

    MW3 has nothing compared to this game. I have always praised realism ( Red Orchestra 2), but what Battlefield is good at is combining the realism with the typical-fps-shooter-genre, you can do impossible stuff and at the same time make it looks possible. But you can't go on a total rampage as in the call of duty series, where it pays of just going freaking crazy and then send in a nuclear blast in the end ( Wtf call of duty?). There are every single modern military veichle you could wise for in this game, how can you complain about that!? (Some of my friends do that --> MW2 players). When MW2 came out, i played the singleplayer, i played the multiplayer, I thought to myself," haven´t i played this game before?" (MW1) I played BBC 2 singleplayer, multiplayer, I Thought, "damm this is awesome!" (Not the Singleplayer). This is the same thing. Im not gonna buy MW3, because Activation is so greedy and lazy, that they just shoot out another MW1+2 clone. Battlefield 3 rocks my brain, and just in spite of the low ratings, im gonna give it a 10, where i actually would give it a 9. Good work Dice, keep fighting the good fight!

    Buy it! And if you dont like it, you probably a Call Of Duty fan, who just realised how much Activation have screwed you, for so many years.    … Expand
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#8 Best PC Game of 2011
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#6 Most Discussed PC Game of 2011
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#5 Most Shared PC Game of 2011

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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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