Battlefield: Bad Company 2

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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1908 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 136 out of 1908
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  1. hasoos
    Aug 19, 2010
    3
    I have a really hard time believing that many folks gave this game a high score when out of the box it is missing joystick functionality (you have to hack a file to get it to partially work, and most joystick throttles will never work). Months later they have never fixed this. All of the previous Battlefield games worked great with joysticks. They didn't give you the ablity to goI have a really hard time believing that many folks gave this game a high score when out of the box it is missing joystick functionality (you have to hack a file to get it to partially work, and most joystick throttles will never work). Months later they have never fixed this. All of the previous Battlefield games worked great with joysticks. They didn't give you the ablity to go prone, which every war shooter that has came out for the last decade has had. Come on folks. Nice Eye Candy. Bad execution. Anybody who gave this game a 10 needs to do a little bit more thorough review.… Expand
  2. BurningDesire
    Feb 20, 2011
    1
    the single player campaign is about 4 hours long so its really kind of disappointing. Coming from bf 2142 to this and i find this game very lacking. The guns are lackluster and the hit register reminds me of cod: waw, the graphics are very basic to just downright ugly. if you own a xbox 360 or a ps3 i suggest hire it first otherwise i would give this a miss and stick to mw2
  3. Jeefster
    Dec 12, 2010
    1
    To windows 7 users who are using their on-board sound, don't bother to get this game. Multiplayer is fun and would have been great if people who are using their on-board sound can play for over 1 hour without having their computer hardlock on them. This is a known issue for a while now and still has not been fixed. The only solution is to purchase a sound card or usb sound card, or disableTo windows 7 users who are using their on-board sound, don't bother to get this game. Multiplayer is fun and would have been great if people who are using their on-board sound can play for over 1 hour without having their computer hardlock on them. This is a known issue for a while now and still has not been fixed. The only solution is to purchase a sound card or usb sound card, or disable the on-board sound. Stay away from this game unless you have a dedicated sound card. I wish I could enjoy this game, but my computer keeps getting hard locked since day one of my purchase of this game.… Expand
  4. auptyk
    Mar 4, 2011
    6
    The movement is clunky and the maps are too large for the small amount of people they allow into each map. Price we pay for it being a console port. Also I felt it takes way to many rounds to kill in this game. I do love the level destruction. The visuals and the sounds are great, but the game play for me is just not there. I feel like I am running around with a boat anchor tied to myThe movement is clunky and the maps are too large for the small amount of people they allow into each map. Price we pay for it being a console port. Also I felt it takes way to many rounds to kill in this game. I do love the level destruction. The visuals and the sounds are great, but the game play for me is just not there. I feel like I am running around with a boat anchor tied to my feet. I have started the Single Player and the game play is pretty solid. I like the ability to flank enemies despite the epic retardation of your squad.… Expand
  5. TheTim
    Jan 9, 2011
    0
    To begin with, it's the exact normal generic FPS that we all know, nothing new or inventive about it. That would be enough if it had any game balance at all, but it does not.

    If you buy this game they start you out with severely weakened **** guns, no ability to use good sights on anything, no special abilities or anything else that makes the game fun. They handicap NEW players to put    To begin with, it's the exact normal generic FPS that we all know, nothing new or inventive about it. That would be enough if it had any game balance at all, but it does not.

    If you buy this game they start you out with severely weakened **** guns, no ability to use good sights on anything, no special abilities or anything else that makes the game fun.
    They handicap NEW players to put them at ten times an unfair disadvantage. New players are exactly who should not be forced to use weaker guns in anything competitive. There's really no point in making someone spend 100 hours before you make the game FAIR.
    EA can burn in hell, they're a piece of **** game company.    … Expand
  6. TheMammalPanel
    Apr 29, 2011
    2
    I want to enjoy this game but I found a few things annoying. First of all the hit markers are just awful, I can shoot someone 15 times and they will turn and mow me down. Secondly, the handicap that new players get is simply ridiculous, if you're level 1 and just starting out, you will die A LOT. Third I find that many of the hosts for dedicated servers will boot/ban for the smallest ofI want to enjoy this game but I found a few things annoying. First of all the hit markers are just awful, I can shoot someone 15 times and they will turn and mow me down. Secondly, the handicap that new players get is simply ridiculous, if you're level 1 and just starting out, you will die A LOT. Third I find that many of the hosts for dedicated servers will boot/ban for the smallest of issues, such as suggesting one of their clan mates is a cheater. Lastly I guess would be the sheer amount of base rape that happens from people just whoring vehicles the entire game, I mean base rape with 3 tanks in your only spawn is not very fun.

    Overall, this game just made for an unenjoyable game and I found little pleasure from dying 10 times from a guy in an Apache with flares that was impossible to shoot down made for an easy un-install choice.    … Expand
  7. kkfreak
    Jun 9, 2011
    0
    Worst game ever. Single player was up to standard but the multiplayer is just TERRIBLE! Every server I have ever played on always has an overwhelming powerful clan that is on one a single team killing everyone making everyone die at their spawn. The weapons are so unbalanced. I understand the game makers want to make the game long lasting to play for the users but IF WE CAN'T WIN, HOW AREWorst game ever. Single player was up to standard but the multiplayer is just TERRIBLE! Every server I have ever played on always has an overwhelming powerful clan that is on one a single team killing everyone making everyone die at their spawn. The weapons are so unbalanced. I understand the game makers want to make the game long lasting to play for the users but IF WE CAN'T WIN, HOW ARE WE SUPPOSE TO GET NEW WEAPONS TO FIGHT OFF THE PLAYERS WHO HAVE ALREADY BEEN PLAYING SINCE THE START? Not to mention the lag, every server, no matter what the ping is, WILL LAG AS IF I WAS RUNNING THE GAME ON WINDOWS 95 ! Also the biased damage, e.g. a grenade can hit a person right in front of him and he would not die but someone can shoot a M9 across the map and still kill someone? What rubbish. Worst spawn system ever. CODBO has better spawning system. I can literally spawn next to an enemy while he is firing.… Expand
  8. ThomasF
    Jul 21, 2011
    0
    Terrible game. Horrid design compared to the old Battlefields. No prone, why?! It's not even a Battlefield game without prone. The maps are so horribly unbalanced it's not even playable when you're on a certain team at one point. it's almost impossible to take cover because there's no prone so it's a snipers delight. Oh, did I mention snipers? The game is infested with snipers. This is aTerrible game. Horrid design compared to the old Battlefields. No prone, why?! It's not even a Battlefield game without prone. The maps are so horribly unbalanced it's not even playable when you're on a certain team at one point. it's almost impossible to take cover because there's no prone so it's a snipers delight. Oh, did I mention snipers? The game is infested with snipers. This is a sniper simulation and nothing more. I would rather play Call of Duty than this horrid piece of crap. Battlefield 3 better be good or I'm not buying a Battlefield game ever again.… Expand
  9. MagniG
    May 23, 2010
    3
    This game is about 50$ 1. The graphics look 5 years old. 2. The AI is an insult to the gaming industry. 3. The story telling is weak at the best of times. 4. The SP is completed in less then 5 hours. 5. The weapons are supposed to be real, but they are not. 6. The Core rendering looks really old. You shot someone in the head and there is a little blood. That's all. 7. In some cases This game is about 50$ 1. The graphics look 5 years old. 2. The AI is an insult to the gaming industry. 3. The story telling is weak at the best of times. 4. The SP is completed in less then 5 hours. 5. The weapons are supposed to be real, but they are not. 6. The Core rendering looks really old. You shot someone in the head and there is a little blood. That's all. 7. In some cases you will have to use an entire mag to kill one enemy. This is just a few things. This is a game with high focus on Online Co-Op gameplay. And not the SP. But for the price and considering that EA is the largest PC game programmer is the world. The single player is simply to weak and an insult to anyone who pays for it. I am going to demand my money back for this very low budget release.… Expand
  10. ChrisM.
    Mar 7, 2010
    6
    I echo Trevor's comment, Do not buy unless you have a really good computer. Really regret buying it now. Have a ATI HD3650 51mb, 4 gb memory and core 2 duo 8300 2.4ghz and cant play at all, its lag followed by lag. However if you have a speced up computer alot better than what i have then go for it.
  11. Dk-spec
    Mar 7, 2010
    10
    @Trevor - the 8600gt is a horrible video card that is now 3 years old. It was a budget card 3 years ago and it is just awful nowadays. You definately do NOT need a 2-3 thousand dollar pc. A good dual core cpu (not a Pentium D) with an Ati hd 4670 (minimum for a good fps with good visuals) graphics card will have the game playing good. Ur graphics card may have 256mb but that means nothing @Trevor - the 8600gt is a horrible video card that is now 3 years old. It was a budget card 3 years ago and it is just awful nowadays. You definately do NOT need a 2-3 thousand dollar pc. A good dual core cpu (not a Pentium D) with an Ati hd 4670 (minimum for a good fps with good visuals) graphics card will have the game playing good. Ur graphics card may have 256mb but that means nothing when paired with such a bad graphics card. I'd almost guess that you have a Pentium D processor or a cheap low end core 2 duo since you only said 2.4 ghz. Upgrade your graphics card! Anyways, its a great game that should be bought by any fps fans - it even has dedicated servers!… Expand
  12. Dk-spec
    Mar 7, 2010
    10
    @Trevor - the 8600gt is a horrible video card that is now 3 years old. It was a budget card 3 years ago and it is just awful nowadays. You definately do NOT need a 2-3 thousand dollar pc. A good dual core cpu (not a Pentium D) with an Ati hd 4670 (minimum for a good fps with good visuals) graphics card will have the game playing good. Ur graphics card may have 256mb but that means nothing @Trevor - the 8600gt is a horrible video card that is now 3 years old. It was a budget card 3 years ago and it is just awful nowadays. You definately do NOT need a 2-3 thousand dollar pc. A good dual core cpu (not a Pentium D) with an Ati hd 4670 (minimum for a good fps with good visuals) graphics card will have the game playing good. Ur graphics card may have 256mb but that means nothing when paired with such a bad graphics card. I'd almost guess that you have a Pentium D processor or a cheap low end core 2 duo since you only said 2.4 ghz. Upgrade your graphics card! Anyways, its a great game that should be bought by any fps fans - it even has dedicated servers!… Expand
  13. JohnR
    May 3, 2010
    9
    This is easily one of the best games I have ever purchased. The single player campaign is humorous and exciting. The online multiplayer is the best you can get. It has no lag, big maps, lots of servers, lots of players, and no appointments or friends are needed. Just drop into a game when you have time to play and have fun. State of the art graphics, perfect surround sound effects, and This is easily one of the best games I have ever purchased. The single player campaign is humorous and exciting. The online multiplayer is the best you can get. It has no lag, big maps, lots of servers, lots of players, and no appointments or friends are needed. Just drop into a game when you have time to play and have fun. State of the art graphics, perfect surround sound effects, and seamless game play all help make Battlefield: Bad Company 2 a truly awesome experience.… Expand
  14. JimL
    May 4, 2010
    9
    Until Battlefield, there hasn't been a good shooter since MW1, and BF2. It started out really buggy, and still has the random crashes to desktop, but has improved dramatically since release. The graphics, the sound, the gameplay are all top notch. Definately worth a buy.
  15. JustisM
    Jun 6, 2010
    6
    While Bad Company 2 certainly seemed like a good game there many issues that make it unplayable for me. The graphics are sub-par and it looks cheap(Seeing people hiding behind walls because thier arms are sticking out of it, ect).. The controls aren't as precise as other Fps. they just don't feel right especially in vehicles. There have also been various errors and crashing to While Bad Company 2 certainly seemed like a good game there many issues that make it unplayable for me. The graphics are sub-par and it looks cheap(Seeing people hiding behind walls because thier arms are sticking out of it, ect).. The controls aren't as precise as other Fps. they just don't feel right especially in vehicles. There have also been various errors and crashing to the desktop. One of the big things for me is the inability to use a controller or Joystick because the turning is reversed, and EA had no explanation on how to fix it. Aside from all the problems it was definitely a great idea that I wish came out better than it did. I am however a very picky person, so other people may not find the way the game looks or the unpolished controls big problems. In conclusion this game could have used MUCH more polishing up before it was released, but a decent game overall.… Expand
  16. KevinR
    Mar 31, 2010
    10
    Do NOT listen to Trevor about $2000-$3000 computer. I built mine for $800 and I can play on the top settings. The most important thing is have decent video ram. As far as the game is concerned, it is beautifully engaging. I haven't had this much fun playing a video game in a long, long time. The squad setup is perfect, the graphics are insanely good, but by far and away the most Do NOT listen to Trevor about $2000-$3000 computer. I built mine for $800 and I can play on the top settings. The most important thing is have decent video ram. As far as the game is concerned, it is beautifully engaging. I haven't had this much fun playing a video game in a long, long time. The squad setup is perfect, the graphics are insanely good, but by far and away the most incredible aspect is the sound engineering. The scaling of sounds from close range to across the map is the best I've ever heard. The ambience of the battlefield is engaging and realistic. For PC, this game is CoDMW2's dad.… Expand
  17. EpicGamer
    Mar 4, 2010
    0
    Why does everyone like this game? Sure, it has dedicated servers, but the browser limits options like not showing the IP address. The idea of destructible environments is great, if only the enemies showed tactics of some kind. Everyone claims the game has excellent sound. Sorry, but some of us don't use 7.1 surround sound, and for us all the in-game sounds seem muddled. Gunshots Why does everyone like this game? Sure, it has dedicated servers, but the browser limits options like not showing the IP address. The idea of destructible environments is great, if only the enemies showed tactics of some kind. Everyone claims the game has excellent sound. Sorry, but some of us don't use 7.1 surround sound, and for us all the in-game sounds seem muddled. Gunshots sound terribly generic and both reloading and the ease at which you die is pathetic. The maps are too large, yes, too large. Call of Duty: World at War gave a better sense of battle tactics. Sure, it was every man for himself, but at least you didn't spend so much time walking across the map, looking for an enemy. The graphics aren't terrific for the terrible frames per second they produce on lower end machines. Running causes you to drift to the left and getting hung-up on the environment is way too common. Heck, even Modern Warfare 2 was more fun than this. I really want to like this game, it has some good "borrowed" ideas. The trouble is the execution. For instance, don't show a cutscene and sgive you control of the camera, only to fade to black. If you are going to use the in-game graphics for cutscenes, give back player control and let them continue playing. I'm pleased the developer wanted to give PC gamers a break (and for that alone they deserve a combined rating of at least 5), but after playing 100's, and I mean hundreds of PC games this particular effort justs smacks of port. In conclusion, poor optimization, poor sound, poor story, and the lack of immersion just ruin what should of been a great game. I wouldn't be so upset if I didn't want to enjoy the game as much as I do.… Expand
  18. Sergey
    May 31, 2010
    2
    Nothing special about the game, conventional shooter with scripted friendly AI who can't shoot point blank, no help at all and call out lines they're supposed to. You meet the same buildings with ovens over the whole campaign. But they're destructable? haha There's no destruction at all as in BF1 which was seen in video right away if you're no idiot. Fake Nothing special about the game, conventional shooter with scripted friendly AI who can't shoot point blank, no help at all and call out lines they're supposed to. You meet the same buildings with ovens over the whole campaign. But they're destructable? haha There's no destruction at all as in BF1 which was seen in video right away if you're no idiot. Fake destrctuction 2.0 You shoot at an area,let's say a wall. If a bullet hits the area it disappears, a lot of smoke, flying bricks and that's it, a hole. If all the areas disappear, a building collapses. Don't be suprised if some wall doesn't destroy. Well One bullet and wooden fence literally blows up. The same goes for other objects, looks LOL. The knife is a powerful weapon, one cut, no fency, wire and so on. Explosive one, I guess, too. Any destructable object is prebuild. You can destruct what it's meant to be so by DICE. No physics. I don't even talk about old graphics and engine that hasn't been optimised for PC.The story about the squad that always doubts whether to go on their trip to destroy a super weapon is banal.… Expand
  19. RandallO.
    Jul 28, 2010
    10
    I would love to give this game less than an eight, because that is what it deserves. However when looking at the bigger picture I realize i thoroughly enjoy the game itself so it warrants an eight. However, Blizzard F'ed up big time in many departments. 1) Battle.net 2.0 sucks horribly. 2) Blizzard tried to innovate and the UI (User Interface) is horribly like Dawn of War 2 and XBOX I would love to give this game less than an eight, because that is what it deserves. However when looking at the bigger picture I realize i thoroughly enjoy the game itself so it warrants an eight. However, Blizzard F'ed up big time in many departments. 1) Battle.net 2.0 sucks horribly. 2) Blizzard tried to innovate and the UI (User Interface) is horribly like Dawn of War 2 and XBOX Live. (Both Suck) 3) I can't add my Mexican friend because he plays in a different realm. 4)There's no chat channels. (OKAY????) 5) I played the BETA (thousands of complaints went unheard. 6) Custom games are joined by map title basis (Example. I join a popular custom game i. e. Dota. Host is afk. I leave and rejoin and it auto puts me back with that host. You can't specify custom game names like no rush, all random ettc..) and many other problems with StarCraft 2 besides the gameplay itself. I could rant on and on about more things that are messed up. Like the clan system in warcraft 3 was brilliant and the Tournaments were awesome. So far the Campaign is fun but i'm not that far into it. It is utterly better than any other rts i've played in terms of the game itself and will be a great E Sport. Blizzard needs to fix the UI.… Expand
  20. WeeBee886
    Aug 11, 2010
    9
    It is so refreshing to play this game after playing Modern Warfare 2. The singleplayer campaign has more replay value (in some of the levels) because they do not give you a completely linear experience and you can play a level over again to completely change your plan of attack. And yes, I do remember specifically thinking about a "plan of attack" rather than just being spoon-fed everyIt is so refreshing to play this game after playing Modern Warfare 2. The singleplayer campaign has more replay value (in some of the levels) because they do not give you a completely linear experience and you can play a level over again to completely change your plan of attack. And yes, I do remember specifically thinking about a "plan of attack" rather than just being spoon-fed every second of the game. Modern Warfare 2 might as well have been a (horribly bad) movie rather than a game. Bad Company 2 gives me room to think, and in fact, requires it.

    The singleplayer campaign does, admittedly have a poor story and is way too short like Modern Warfare 2. But the good news is that it doesn't take itself waaaay too seriously like MW2 does, so it is at least a fun ride even though it is still inane garbage. In a way, it openly admits to being garbage and celebrates the fact, rather than being like MW2 -- woefully unaware of its own banality.

    The graphics are a bit inconsistent, with some really blocky objects strewn around here and there while the character models are extremely detailed and photo-realistic. The gun models are really boring to look at. But the levels in the tropical regions are totally lush and lovable. Engine-wise, it is an amazing-looking game, and yes, if you have DirectX 11 and a processor that can handle it, it looks better than MW2 on the highest graphical settings.

    The sound is probably the best I have ever heard in a first-person shooter, so I don't have anything else to compare it to except reality. Moving around, handling my gun, shooting, and getting shot at all sound as they would in real life as far as I can tell, except that loud sounds are made quieter (i.e. guns) or given the NIHL effect (i.e. tank fire) so you don't break your eyedrums.

    The multiplayer is simply the best online shooter available right now. It goes for what I think is just the right balance of fun and realism. It is tactical, it has fairly big maps, it is team-based (you *can* go solo... but you'll die), and there are no killstreaks! Yay! And you actually have to work hard to get promoted, which is a complete change of pace from the made-for-idiots MW2 rank/achievement system. If you can find a server that isn't really laggy (which is a little bit easier now that they've patched it), it can be the most intense mutliplayer experience of your life.

    Of course, there are two more big shooters coming out soon: Call of Duty: Black Ops and Medal of Honor. Will they unseat this game from its multiplayer throne of near-perfection? Definitely not Black Ops (based on the MP trailer I just saw), and probably not Medal of Honor (I tried the MP beta, which was really great but not this good). I don't think a better online shooter will be made until Battlefield 3, which is a long way off.    … Expand
  21. fuwaneko
    Aug 19, 2010
    9
    Singleplayer sucks. Multiplayer rocks. But it is not an old good BF2. It's more console-like casual team shooter. But that doesn't mean it's not fun. It is fun. The problem is the game has too many PC performance and gameplay issues and bad support from developers. Patches are coming out very rarely, and you have to fight against enemy and against technical issues. However this game isSingleplayer sucks. Multiplayer rocks. But it is not an old good BF2. It's more console-like casual team shooter. But that doesn't mean it's not fun. It is fun. The problem is the game has too many PC performance and gameplay issues and bad support from developers. Patches are coming out very rarely, and you have to fight against enemy and against technical issues. However this game is awesome, and anyone loving team multiplayer FPS should buy it. But if you have console, then I would recommend buying for console, because console versions don't have so much issues, just keep in mind that experience will be very different from PC.… Expand
  22. JohnR
    Apr 25, 2012
    5
    This game used to be awesome, but now there are so many rules for individual servers, and behaviours that are frowned upon such as base raiding, that it is just too easy to get kicked or disconnected. I used to enjoy sneaking up on my enemies, but now I find myself getting kicked for doing that or for using a weapon that they don't like. The game is becoming pathetic, and BF3 is even moreThis game used to be awesome, but now there are so many rules for individual servers, and behaviours that are frowned upon such as base raiding, that it is just too easy to get kicked or disconnected. I used to enjoy sneaking up on my enemies, but now I find myself getting kicked for doing that or for using a weapon that they don't like. The game is becoming pathetic, and BF3 is even more annoying. I have gone from being a fan to a harsh critic. I guess it's time for me to move on from DICE games.… Expand
  23. fraGer
    Aug 26, 2010
    9
    People compare this game to COD MW2 but I'd have to disagree. Battlefield plays completely different and has an entirely different feel than MW2. And I'm comparing mainly the multiplayer functions of the two games as that is what I primarily play. MW2, for me, plays much more like a run and gun type game. Very fast moving, easy to kill people, easy to melee, not realistic at all.People compare this game to COD MW2 but I'd have to disagree. Battlefield plays completely different and has an entirely different feel than MW2. And I'm comparing mainly the multiplayer functions of the two games as that is what I primarily play. MW2, for me, plays much more like a run and gun type game. Very fast moving, easy to kill people, easy to melee, not realistic at all. Battlefield on the other hand feels slower and more true to life. Getting kills in BF is no easy task, it takes more skill with the weapons and is more strategy based. Melee-ing in MW2 is ridiculously easy, not so in Battlefield, getting a melee kill feels so much more rewarding, because it is hard to do. And of course the ability to drive vehicles and fly copters makes it that much more enjoyable.
    I would rate this game a 9 as there are several flaws, one not being able to go prone, which as a sniper on a rooftop becomes very frustrating. Those people that rate this game low because their hardware can't handle it are stupid. And if you have a hard time getting updates and such, simply buy the game through Steam and all that stuff is taken care of.    … Expand
  24. andoi9292
    Sep 1, 2010
    9
  25. Datapotomus
    Aug 24, 2011
    8
    I roughly played BFBC2 for about 200 hours. So it goes without saying that I loved this game. The mere fact that you can destroy your environment to totally change how you play is an idea that needs to be pushed to the limit. That is what gamers want. To be able to feel as though we can be inside our games and interact with object how we actually would. That is was BC2 brings to the table.I roughly played BFBC2 for about 200 hours. So it goes without saying that I loved this game. The mere fact that you can destroy your environment to totally change how you play is an idea that needs to be pushed to the limit. That is what gamers want. To be able to feel as though we can be inside our games and interact with object how we actually would. That is was BC2 brings to the table. It gives you a small taste of what being able to play in a battlefield is like. This game like any other doesnâ… Expand
  26. Michele
    Sep 29, 2010
    9
    I really have been into first person shooters for as long as i could remember and all i could say is that i enjoy this game.The whole multiplayer is by far the most exciting and entertaining part of the game, even tho the campaign was lacking.
  27. cambria
    Oct 1, 2010
    6
    This game has great graphics, and a fun, albeit short, single player campaign. That guy saying 2-3k computer is foolish, he has 256mb video card. I use 4gb ram and a radeon hd4850 (1024mb ddr2) in 1920x1080 widescreen resolution, max everything, no framerate loss. I do warn those who attempt to play wireless, this game is one of the worst optimized for your situation, strongly considerThis game has great graphics, and a fun, albeit short, single player campaign. That guy saying 2-3k computer is foolish, he has 256mb video card. I use 4gb ram and a radeon hd4850 (1024mb ddr2) in 1920x1080 widescreen resolution, max everything, no framerate loss. I do warn those who attempt to play wireless, this game is one of the worst optimized for your situation, strongly consider dedicated cable.

    The multiplayer shows a lot of promise, however, there is a very steep frustration curve you need to get past. And that is because even by the 2nd week of release, there were hundreds of people lvl 30s 40s and 50s, who can basically run straight at you and take a full clip of XMB without even dying, and still knife you while you're reloading. To show timeframe commitment, I spent 6 hours one day and I only achieved 60% from lvl 2 to 3. Think about the hundreds of hours you must invest to get the sweet perks these people with seemingly infinite free time have.

    Aside from this, the multiplayer is full of kids under 15, who have the option to freely SWAP TEAMS whenever they want. So if they aren't happy losing, they can join the other team and destroy those with enough integrity to stick it out -- Horrible design in this regard, no public kick option (IE majority votekick), so when you finally find a beginner server with "Lvl 25 and under", it will surely be packed with people lvl 40+ who are just farming kills, and unless there's an admin around (never seen one in 20 hours), he won't be removed. And since EXP is gained 10fold by the winning team, good luck finding enough quality teammates willing to stick it out and not ditch to the other side. Apparently there is some great honor to be achieved by playing like a complete chump. Longevity will be determined by the community's ability to adopt new players without ruining the experience for them. It's dominated by children though, not surprising that they ignore this forsight. Good luck finding even one mature person in these servers.

    So if you have a job, or a life, you will probably not find time to dominate the 9th grade arena that is BC2-online, but it will definitely be getting some sale time on steam in the future, and it might be worth the sale price just to enjoy the campaign.    … Expand
  28. Daemonwulfe
    Oct 10, 2010
    9
    The only reason this game doesn't get a straight ten with me is because PC users still don't have SPECACT kits. This would be a non-issue but part of the fun for me in any game is collecting achievements and without the SPECACT kits I'm left looking at a few blank achievements that I can't complete. If you can get past the bad jokes the story line is decent and the multiplayer has allThe only reason this game doesn't get a straight ten with me is because PC users still don't have SPECACT kits. This would be a non-issue but part of the fun for me in any game is collecting achievements and without the SPECACT kits I'm left looking at a few blank achievements that I can't complete. If you can get past the bad jokes the story line is decent and the multiplayer has all the joys and frustrations that come with all Battlefield games. Don't give too much stock in what the naysayers complain about. If you have a decent internet connection game play is smooth and the servers don't seem to have too many stability issues. There are a few hacks out there who manage to bust Punk Buster, but that's something players just have to work around when it comes to PC games. If you love first person shooters then don't miss out an opportunity to experience this game. It's not too resource heavy for computers. You can build a decent system for under $600 and it'll run this game just fine. My rig happens to be a work in progress, but with a Windows performance score of 5.7 it runs this game smooth as silk on maxed out settings. If you have a dual core processor at 2.8Ghz or better, 4 or 5 gigs of RAM, and a decent 1Ghz memory video card then you'll be able to enjoy the best this game has to offer. Even with a little less I'm sure you'll be pleased with the visuals. Destructible environments give you new opportunities for cover and offer additional challenges on some maps. Check out the visuals on the map "Laguna Presa" but try not to be too distracted by the amazing detail put into the foliage or you'll become sniper fodder.

    Playing on regular mode might frustrate you a bit if you're not spot on with head or upper body shots but hardcore will fix this with the added bullet damage. However, you will not have a targeting reticule. With a little practice you will still be able to knock people down with hip fired shots at close to medium range. On hardcore you will also not have a mini-map to reference from. This may make it a little more difficult if you're not used to the maps, but once you have them down you'll have fun ventilating noobs who stray into the wrong server. The squad function gives you the ability to spawn on team mates and this adds an interesting tactic when working with your friends. Bullet drop adds a fresh twist to longer ranged combat.

    All in all this game is good for players with a medium to expert skill range and will become the school of hard knocks for players that are not as used to the genre. If you're looking for a fresh change from the usual run and gun this game will scratch your itch. If you played the first Bad Company game you'll notice significant improvements in game play and visuals with the Frostbite engine. Check it out.    … Expand
  29. Bobaganoosh
    Oct 12, 2010
    9
    I really liked the single player story and gameplay. there were a couple times where i wished there were more check points, but overall they were set up pretty good.

    The multiplayer is great after the latest patch. I think they finally have a fantastic-to-play game and I really like every map in the game. However, the lack of mod-tools makes it hard to give your server a "memorable"    I really liked the single player story and gameplay. there were a couple times where i wished there were more check points, but overall they were set up pretty good.

    The multiplayer is great after the latest patch. I think they finally have a fantastic-to-play game and I really like every map in the game. However, the lack of mod-tools makes it hard to give your server a "memorable" factor that keeps people coming back. It seems people don't have regular or favorite servers very often (especially when the server browser's "history" and "favorites" tabs don't really work. The game was extremely flawed at launch, but after a few months they seem to be on the right page. I give it an 8 because the SP was a little shorter than it could have been, and the MP doesn't have competative game-support (kill-cam, spectate, public dedi's, mod tools, etc.), but overall, it's still a great game    … Expand
  30. roar888
    Oct 15, 2010
    9
    The graphics in this game are excellent, and the sounds is absolutely incredible. Plus, the hitboxes for enemies are realistic, and kills in both singleplayer and multiplayer are very satisfying. The battles are exciting and really emphasize teamwork. The campaign could have been better, but was overall pretty well done. I absolutely love the multiplayer, though, with several game modesThe graphics in this game are excellent, and the sounds is absolutely incredible. Plus, the hitboxes for enemies are realistic, and kills in both singleplayer and multiplayer are very satisfying. The battles are exciting and really emphasize teamwork. The campaign could have been better, but was overall pretty well done. I absolutely love the multiplayer, though, with several game modes to choose from, that lend themselves to a wide variety of strategies and skills. The maps are well designed, and allow for a great deal of freedom no matter which class you decide to play as. All around an awesome game.… Expand
  31. kiLLu
    Nov 11, 2010
    8
    ein geniales Spiel---es fesselt einfach jede Minute und macht sehr viel spaÃ
  32. DrCola
    Nov 28, 2011
    7
    This was the beginning of the end for good quality PC shooters. This was the first sign of battlefield being infected by COD aids. Every time I played, I couldnt help but notice that it was a tremendous gameplay downgrade console a-tized over bloomed version of battlefield 2, face it, the campaign is never where battlefield was good, the single player in this game is REALLY, REALLY,This was the beginning of the end for good quality PC shooters. This was the first sign of battlefield being infected by COD aids. Every time I played, I couldnt help but notice that it was a tremendous gameplay downgrade console a-tized over bloomed version of battlefield 2, face it, the campaign is never where battlefield was good, the single player in this game is REALLY, REALLY, REALLY, bad, like, worse than COD bad, so im going to grade it on multiplayer, yes, the multiplayer is insanely fun for the first few hours, but it will take you a good 90 hours of game time to get every weapon for every class, and those 90 hours will involve you being killed over and over and over. By the time you have all the weapons, you know what you are doing and your not making stupid mistakes anymore like running out into the middle of nowhere with no cover. But the main problem is, once you have all the stuff, you get bored.
    OH, and there are tremendous balance problems, like helicopters, a good pilot in one of those things will spawn camp your entire team and will be invincible.    … Expand
  33. WillKill
    Dec 5, 2010
    8
    I rate it a 10 based on the dominance of the multiplayer over singleplayer, just as the battlefield games have always been. The singleplayer is entertaining at best, but this game is really all about multiplayer. Don't get this for singleplayer. As for the multiplayer, this game has enough content to fill all your wants. I've played it since the Beta, and it used to have some bugs, butI rate it a 10 based on the dominance of the multiplayer over singleplayer, just as the battlefield games have always been. The singleplayer is entertaining at best, but this game is really all about multiplayer. Don't get this for singleplayer. As for the multiplayer, this game has enough content to fill all your wants. I've played it since the Beta, and it used to have some bugs, but DICE is really good about patching. They also release tons of free maps that extend the game's lifetime. With the amount of maps they've released, I'm surprised I've paid nothing. Hats off to them for that. Get this game! It is less CoD style because it requires teamwork. It's slower paced and has vehicles. It has a mountain of guns to choose from and a leveling system that keeps you wanting more. I highly recommend this game as an experienced FPS shooter.… Expand
  34. El_Burrito
    Dec 4, 2010
    9
    This is possibly my favourite game of the year. I decided to wait for a while after the release so that EA/DICE could iron any bugs that were bound to be there, since EA games are usually badly bug tested and badly optimized. I'm still unsure as to whether I prefer this over BF2, but it does have it's perks. With the removal of jets, prone and simplifying some other things, the game has aThis is possibly my favourite game of the year. I decided to wait for a while after the release so that EA/DICE could iron any bugs that were bound to be there, since EA games are usually badly bug tested and badly optimized. I'm still unsure as to whether I prefer this over BF2, but it does have it's perks. With the removal of jets, prone and simplifying some other things, the game has a slightly more arcade feel, which is refreshing against the back drop of pseudo-realism games. As usual the mix of vehicular and infantry combat is incredibly fun and adds an extra dimension to every battle. It's always fun blowing buildings apart now, and some strategic advantage can be gained by destroying walls, or collapsing buildings completely.
    The game visually looks stunning and it's reasonable to run the game on high settings and not suffer an FPS drop below 30, which is favourable since there is usually a lot going on.
    The single player is rather comedic. Four guys struggling against the odds, destroying what ever is thrown at them. That said, the Battlefield series should really be a strictly multi-player game and I think this game only further proves that. The game would still be worth as much without the single player as anyone who knows this series will probably play it once and then never give it a second look.
    Lag in the game is hardly existent (of course assuming you have a good connection). I believe there were some problems around release with the way shots were predicted that caused a lot of grief, but that has been sorted now.
    I look forward to clicking submit on this review and going back to multi-player.    … Expand
  35. LithiumFox
    Dec 7, 2010
    9
    This review is a PC review, based on the understanding that the Bad Company series is separate from the PC battlefield series:

    Personally, I enjoy this game compared to everything else. It's got vehicles, destructible environments, Squad based action, and a dedicated server application. Everyone who gives this game poor reviews based on the PC battlefield has got the idea all wrong. Dice    This review is a PC review, based on the understanding that the Bad Company series is separate from the PC battlefield series:

    Personally, I enjoy this game compared to everything else. It's got vehicles, destructible environments, Squad based action, and a dedicated server application. Everyone who gives this game poor reviews based on the PC battlefield has got the idea all wrong. Dice KNOWS PC gamers want something different than the console gamers, and to be honest, at least they didn't just make a straight console port of the game. The games user interface was reworked to work with PC, the max player amount for online play was increased from the consoles 24 to 32, which creates a more hectic, more team based environment. Honestly, I do wish they would've gone with BF2's X-Fi support, as I can tell the difference between their CPU based sounds and their X-Fi based sounds. Still pretty awesome in the sound department.

    The gameplay itself is pretty fun, though like always, I wish they had more game modes, like a capture the flag mode or something, but still all around fun.

    The game has a heavier feel, a more "down to earth" approach, as there are constant explosions, the terrain will dent in based on mortars and grenades "digging" up dirt, and buildings will burst apart until they just collapse. The biggest issue I believe I have with the game is the fact that Snipers run rampant, either with a sniper rifle or shotguns, which has to be the most annoying thing. It's one of those things that irritate me in modern warfare, that also bugs me here.

    All in all the game is a solid game, fun if you get on teamspeak with some friends. The medal system should also be a little harder, allow for customization of your weapons (EG. Black Ops logo style), and there are a whole bunch of features they could've added, or at least fixed a few bugs. The newest patch has added a little more lag to some maps, but for the most part, the game is great. Pros:
    -Destructible Environments
    -Vehicles
    -Class based squad system (Medics, Assault, Sniper, Engineer)
    -Rush Mode (I enjoy this a lot to make it a pro)
    -32 Players (PC) (only half of the players of BF2, but there are more networked items so it's understandable)
    -More teamwork orientated than past iterations
    -Feeble attempt at ballistic physics, but still more than most games, which is fine by me

    Cons:
    -Snipers. Snipers. Snipers.
    -Somewhat iffy helicopters
    -No modding system. (though Dice has issues just making patches for it. D:)
    -Ballistics are exaggerated
    -Server search is bugged. Turn off "EA Servers" Option. Will help. :)
    -So many explosions make it hard to hear. While I like this, this will be an issue for most people.    … Expand
  36. Mastergalen
    Dec 11, 2010
    9
    Great game with addicting game play. Thanks to the developers teamwork is strengthened and the graphics are awesome. The FPS genre has been revolutionized with Destruction 2.0 adding to new tactics. Even after 8 months the devs are still bringing out new content with their map packs and the imminent expansion Battlefield exam.

    It's the perfect time of thinking to pick up this game, as it    Great game with addicting game play. Thanks to the developers teamwork is strengthened and the graphics are awesome. The FPS genre has been revolutionized with Destruction 2.0 adding to new tactics. Even after 8 months the devs are still bringing out new content with their map packs and the imminent expansion Battlefield exam.

    It's the perfect time of thinking to pick up this game, as it is a must buy for any FPS fan out there.    … Expand
  37. Realityfacts
    Feb 2, 2011
    9
    Nothing is perfect. But this game is close to perfect in Multiplayer. A lot of quality seen in different aspects. Many weapons, combinations and setups to chose in-between.

    They should nerf the bazookas (Carl Gustav & RPG-7). Those dealing damage on infantry and killing them with 1 shot. That should be impossible. A little delay on all servers. All in all, nice flow, fantastic    Nothing is perfect. But this game is close to perfect in Multiplayer. A lot of quality seen in different aspects. Many weapons, combinations and setups to chose in-between.

    They should nerf the bazookas (Carl Gustav & RPG-7). Those dealing damage on infantry and killing them with 1 shot. That should be impossible. A little delay on all servers. All in all, nice flow, fantastic game-play. Devastating sound and graphics along with almost perfect balanced FPS gaming.    … Expand
  38. lukasdavidbray
    Sep 27, 2011
    7
    Priznam se, ze jsem nikdy nehral Battlefield 2. Parkrat jsem okusil Vietnam. Takze jako nedotceny jinymi Battlefield hrami muzu s klidnym svedomim rict, ze je to jedna z nejzabavnejsich multiplayer her. O singleplayerove kampani se zminovat nebudu, protoze jsem u ni stravil jen par chvil - asi do treti mise a radeji jsem se rovnou vrhnul na multiplayer, ve kterem mam k dnesnimu dni neco kePriznam se, ze jsem nikdy nehral Battlefield 2. Parkrat jsem okusil Vietnam. Takze jako nedotceny jinymi Battlefield hrami muzu s klidnym svedomim rict, ze je to jedna z nejzabavnejsich multiplayer her. O singleplayerove kampani se zminovat nebudu, protoze jsem u ni stravil jen par chvil - asi do treti mise a radeji jsem se rovnou vrhnul na multiplayer, ve kterem mam k dnesnimu dni neco ke 200 hodin. Hra ma i par chybek - napr. pokud KIA a medik vas ozivi, stejne se vam smrt zapocita a vetsinou umrete hned znova, protoze nemate prehled o tom kde je nepritel ...… Expand
  39. PvtIron
    Dec 24, 2010
    8
    As someone who enjoyed Battlefield 2, I was happy to see this gem turn up in the Steam sales. After having the game only a matter of days it seems, to me at least, that this is another winner for the Battlefield franchise. The gameplay and graphics are great, and there are some lovely maps. As far as gameplay is concerned, not much has changed since Battlefield 2 - why fix what ain'tAs someone who enjoyed Battlefield 2, I was happy to see this gem turn up in the Steam sales. After having the game only a matter of days it seems, to me at least, that this is another winner for the Battlefield franchise. The gameplay and graphics are great, and there are some lovely maps. As far as gameplay is concerned, not much has changed since Battlefield 2 - why fix what ain't broken. There is a new game mode (as far as I know at least) called rush, which makes for a fun, fast paced round. The levelling up system is well thought out, you gain unlocks as you progress, yet none of these perks or weapons seem to be overpowered or game changing, a lowly private shouldn't find themselves particularly handicapped by their limited arsenal. There are two problems I have with this game, albeit minor ones. First, you can no longer lie down (particularly annoying when one of the weapons tells you how well it works when prone). The second problem was the dumbed down orders/squad commands system. All 'socialisation' is done with one button, you can spot, tell people to attack or defend etc. however you do not get to choose which. If you want to spot a man near an objective the chances are that you will just tell people, "hey, look thereâ… Expand
  40. KrisE
    Dec 25, 2010
    7
    Before the Bad Company series came out, me and a couple other guys used to play Battlefield 2. Now, after hearing recommendations from my friends I decided to pick it up while it was on sale. ($14.99 on Steam) I figured that like its predecessor, this game was about the multiplayer, so I only played the first missions of the campaign (I don't think much of them) and afterward joined aBefore the Bad Company series came out, me and a couple other guys used to play Battlefield 2. Now, after hearing recommendations from my friends I decided to pick it up while it was on sale. ($14.99 on Steam) I figured that like its predecessor, this game was about the multiplayer, so I only played the first missions of the campaign (I don't think much of them) and afterward joined a server. Upon doing so, I noticed something within the first few seconds of playing. The sandbox-y feeling that I enjoyed so much back in Battlefield 2 was gone. Now, these much smaller firefight maps that felt cramped and linear have taken over and the huge maps that I loved had vanished completely. EA changed what made Battlefield ... Battlefield, and instead replaced many of those things with elements heavily inspired by games like Call of Duty. This came as a major disappointment to me, but I guess it isn't entirely bad. What they took from the other games, they built upon it and made it better. The destructible environments are fantastic, the fast-paced action is great, and even though the maps are much smaller, you are still given vehicles to travel around in. These elements makes the game-play more varied than the other generic shooters out on the market. Overall, it's good. Perhaps not worth every penny, but definitely worth picking up if you're into the Modern Warfare branch of the Call of Duty series, and would like to try something a little different. As for the hardcore Battlefield 2 / 2142 fans, if you love what the earlier Battlefield games had to offer, then hold onto that copy and save your cash. You're not going to find much of it left in Bad Company 2. -- Afterthoughts: The graphics are great. The game runs smoothly on my relatively cheap computer. (Core2Duo 2.2 Ghz, 2GB RAM, 9600GT 512MB)… Expand
  41. Dubroc
    Aug 10, 2011
    8
    Muy buen juego, a la altura del Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, ya que es muy similar, tanto el modo single player, con una historia corta en ambos titulos pero intensa y con momentos epicos, y en el apartado multijugador, la posibilidad de usar vehiculos le da un punto positivo extra, por la diversion que produce manejar un tanque o jeep. Por ultimo destacar que casi todo lo que hay en elMuy buen juego, a la altura del Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, ya que es muy similar, tanto el modo single player, con una historia corta en ambos titulos pero intensa y con momentos epicos, y en el apartado multijugador, la posibilidad de usar vehiculos le da un punto positivo extra, por la diversion que produce manejar un tanque o jeep. Por ultimo destacar que casi todo lo que hay en el escenario se puede destruir.… Expand
  42. FordManiac76
    Jan 14, 2011
    5
    Just received the game for X-mas. I am a long time gamer since the start of gaming, seen it all. Played a bit of the campaign but mostly on X-box live. Lets start with the graphics that everybody is saying so great. My TV is 53" 6 year old HD projection (witch weren't that great to start with) so the graphics look like sh** and I have trouble seeing enemies and tanks even close up someJust received the game for X-mas. I am a long time gamer since the start of gaming, seen it all. Played a bit of the campaign but mostly on X-box live. Lets start with the graphics that everybody is saying so great. My TV is 53" 6 year old HD projection (witch weren't that great to start with) so the graphics look like sh** and I have trouble seeing enemies and tanks even close up some times, you have to look for motion for something to stand out. Especially with all the constant smoke and dust obscuring visibility. You shoot an enemy up and a cloud of smoke obstructs further aiming. Not knowing where your enemies are is very realistic but it seems like most of the times you die you never see it coming, sometime the radar will light up enemies when they are shooting at you but allot of times it doesn't which is very frustrating because you can't rely on it. They are trying to take 3D life where you have your 6 senses working 360 degrees and peripheral vision - and then translate it to 2D which doesn't work. They have to give you alternate senses to rely on to replace the ones lost. Allot of times it ends up being just a free fraul off killing and deaths unless you are on a drastically winning team or are on a private chat with 3 other friends to coordinate attacks and expose enemies by sacrificing your own. The ability to respawn on your own personal and bases makes dying only a minor inconvenience adding to the free fraul. In conquest respawning only at home base would solve this plus being made to take bases in order and the game ending when you posses all the bases would eliminate the craziness and late game home base blood baths creating a straight forward goal based battle. The next biggest frustration with the game is getting stuck on you surroundings either waking or driving. When walking anything over 6 inches tall (step height) stops you dead forcing you to jump as well as hills you think you should be able to climb up stop you and you sit there jumping like an idiot trying to get up. You will end up pulling your hair out because of this. When driving a tank you get stuck on almost everything. There is not much that can stop a tank in real life but when you get stuck on a wooden fence or building it's frustrating. Some things come down easy an others do not - very frustrating You should be able to flatten the grass/bamboo/tin huts in the Vietnam version without even slowing down. Some will break with effort but by then you are dead from enemy fire that you can't locate it's origin . Next is the weapons capabilities, as you build rand they give you more weapons not necessarily better ones. As you scroll thought the list of weapons you can't compare them directly, you find two you like at opposite ends of the list and by the time you scroll from one to the other you can't hardly remember where the bar was - to solve this give the power / accuracy / range bars a numerical value. As well the ability to only use one spec in each of the three spec columns is a piss off. You put hundreds of hours into the game to earn this stuff and only get to use 3. They make you choose between armor or ammo, targeting systems or speedy reloading ect............................It feels like all the time and progress is futile. You should be able to use them all, you put the time in you reap the benefits. If it gives you to much of an advantage make them harder to get or set up games where your entrance depends on ability. Low rank players play with other low rankers ect... Another thing that is frustrating is the aiming ability, whenever you hit the button it seems like I am always pointing at the enemies feet. If you set the sensitivity low it moves to slow and you end up dead, too fast and you over shoot the target every time, I can't seem to find a happy middle ground. Always liked some sort of mild auto aiming. Lastly the gun sights projected out in front of you whether walking or driving are either white or lighted red or blue. The white being the worst, you have a hard time seeing them especially when going though like back ground colours or smoke. Half the time you can't tell where you are aiming. The 4x red dot scope is a great spec but you have to pass up other good specs to use it. I should have waited for version 3. I hope they address all the problems with #2 and fire all their testers and hire some that know what they are doing and have some balls to say that the game isn't ready yet!â… Expand
  43. R3YNO
    Feb 16, 2011
    9
    If you are looking for a replacement to Modern Warfare look no further. This game has the best modern battle scenes for a multilayer game. The people who dislike it are the people who want a Call of Duty Multiplayer experience. The game is team based! You can not win by running around in circles just knifing every one. The game wont work like that. You can however play as a team member andIf you are looking for a replacement to Modern Warfare look no further. This game has the best modern battle scenes for a multilayer game. The people who dislike it are the people who want a Call of Duty Multiplayer experience. The game is team based! You can not win by running around in circles just knifing every one. The game wont work like that. You can however play as a team member and take out buildings and tanks. Most structures, shacks and trees are destructible. What does this mean? No more camping. Yes you can still camp however if you use a wall for cover forget about it! All classes are well balanced. The exception is the Recon (Sniper) class. Due to Gravity effecting every projectile the most commonly played class is recon. 80% of your teams failures are due to too many recons who cant it the red on a barn. Moral to that story play other classes to help the betterment of the team. Graphic wise this game looks amazing. The one and only downside of this game is that you can not prone. Due to this game being designed for both console and PC it must have been because if you prone in a small game it would take hours. Not a huge issue but still something to keep in mind.… Expand
  44. ElFalcon
    Feb 11, 2011
    9
    Battlefield Bad Company 2 has one of the best, most realistic multiplayer engines Ive ever played. Some users complain that their computer is not strong enough, but not the quality of the game. I am running a Core i5 750, HD 5770, and 4GB RAM and the game runs perfectly smooth. Though the singleplayer campaign can be slow at times the multiplayer is what really pushes this game over ModernBattlefield Bad Company 2 has one of the best, most realistic multiplayer engines Ive ever played. Some users complain that their computer is not strong enough, but not the quality of the game. I am running a Core i5 750, HD 5770, and 4GB RAM and the game runs perfectly smooth. Though the singleplayer campaign can be slow at times the multiplayer is what really pushes this game over Modern Warfare 2.… Expand
  45. Gradius7
    Feb 16, 2011
    8
    If play this game on PC right out of the box it suffers and feels like a console port over. If you do the smart thing and tweak every setting that deals with the controls you can make this cumbersome experience into a smooth PC first-person-shooter. Once you have the game playing the way you want it, it becomes a real treat that will consume a lot of your hours. Lots of classes, vehicles,If play this game on PC right out of the box it suffers and feels like a console port over. If you do the smart thing and tweak every setting that deals with the controls you can make this cumbersome experience into a smooth PC first-person-shooter. Once you have the game playing the way you want it, it becomes a real treat that will consume a lot of your hours. Lots of classes, vehicles, weapons, and environment destruction make this a great multiplayer experience. (you wont spend much time on single player, it is very average) Overall BFBC2 is money and time well invested.… Expand
  46. sheldonh
    Feb 17, 2011
    9
    This is what Counter-Strike die-hards should play when they upgrade their computers. The game provides opportunities for epic team play experiences. Sure, some battles feel like another Quake game. But mostly, the team that cooperates best wins, even when the star player is on the other team. The scoring incentives to support your squad mates are a stroke of genius. The audio and visualsThis is what Counter-Strike die-hards should play when they upgrade their computers. The game provides opportunities for epic team play experiences. Sure, some battles feel like another Quake game. But mostly, the team that cooperates best wins, even when the star player is on the other team. The scoring incentives to support your squad mates are a stroke of genius. The audio and visuals consistently contribute to the sense of being in a war zone.

    The only downfall that denies the game a perfect 10, is its flaky cloud implementation. Occasionally, your stats (and thus your available equipment) aren't correctly downloaded from the cloud, and sometimes a lost connection to EA's authentication servers will drop you out of a battle, losing you whatever points you've racked up.

    Totally worth the money, this is the thinking man's Call of Duty. If you grew up on Counter-Strike and have a modern gaming computer, this is a no-brainer.    … Expand
  47. Rcoop
    Apr 4, 2011
    1
    A poor port from a console. Many modern PC features removed.
    No prone? No lean? Inaccurate weapons. Slow and annoying weaponms unlocking. Inefficient armored vehicles. Empty a whole magazine at an enemy point blank only to get killed by the same enemy with a pistol. WTF?!!
    A poor 1 - just for the destroyable environment. Lacking gameplay.
  48. gamer1234
    Dec 7, 2011
    0
    After many attempts to enter my CD key (no copy and paste) and log on to the EA account, I still get "connection error" whenever I try to play the game, even single player. I have not been able to get anywhere near the actual game, not even in single player mode, so restrictive is EA's account management and so flaky their network connections. It seems I am not alone in this experience.After many attempts to enter my CD key (no copy and paste) and log on to the EA account, I still get "connection error" whenever I try to play the game, even single player. I have not been able to get anywhere near the actual game, not even in single player mode, so restrictive is EA's account management and so flaky their network connections. It seems I am not alone in this experience. What a waste of money. EA seem to spoil everything they touch.… Expand
  49. RhysDoubleU
    Apr 22, 2011
    8
    A brilliant modern shooter with destructible scenery and buildings, enabling a different layer of tactical complexity to be popular.

    The singleplayer campaign is enjoyable and the characters are all humourous and have great chemistry, my only real complaint I have about the campaign is that there is no Co-Operative version of it, an odd choice when the game's small squad based game play    A brilliant modern shooter with destructible scenery and buildings, enabling a different layer of tactical complexity to be popular.

    The singleplayer campaign is enjoyable and the characters are all humourous and have great chemistry, my only real complaint I have about the campaign is that there is no Co-Operative version of it, an odd choice when the game's small squad based game play loans it self very well to the concept.

    The competitive multiplayer is unsurprising good, given DICE's history with the Battlefield series.    … Expand
  50. Nightmare69
    Nov 16, 2011
    0
    Single Player is boring and pretty linear.
    Multiplayer is unabalanced,filled with people abusing certain weapons to win and the MP is dumped down compared to older BF games.
    Maps are small,only 32 players,no jets,no modding support,terrible optimization,maps are unbalanced and let teams spawncamp each other all the time and it's impossible to see anything thanks to the high amount of ugly    Single Player is boring and pretty linear.
    Multiplayer is unabalanced,filled with people abusing certain weapons to win and the MP is dumped down compared to older BF games.
    Maps are small,only 32 players,no jets,no modding support,terrible optimization,maps are unbalanced and let teams spawncamp each other all the time and it's impossible to see anything thanks to the high amount of ugly bloom and 'realistick' dust. The community in BC2's is garbage, it makes the COD community look polite and mature.
    DO NOT BUY BC2, it's the worst BF game ever. If you want a true BF exp. then buy BF2,3,1942,vietnam or 2142.    … Expand
  51. Arikon
    May 17, 2011
    7
    The single player is great in this game. The multiplayer is better than any COD game yet. But this does not come without its problems. The auto-balancing will make sure the same amount of people are on both sides, but the ranks can be as far off as an entire team of level 1's versus a team of level 50's. The objectives can be fun if you get on team with players that actually go for theThe single player is great in this game. The multiplayer is better than any COD game yet. But this does not come without its problems. The auto-balancing will make sure the same amount of people are on both sides, but the ranks can be as far off as an entire team of level 1's versus a team of level 50's. The objectives can be fun if you get on team with players that actually go for the objectives. But that is not the games fault. My overall issue with this game is how often it freezes up. The eyefinity will force the game to crash, if you have certain built in sound cards then any audio setting besides default will crash your computer, and unfortunately the knifing system can still be very frustrating when it does not feel like working properly. I love this game, but unfortunately its not being supported anymore with updates, so we get to deal with the way it is.… Expand
  52. ElRobbie
    May 20, 2011
    8
    Battlefield: Bad Company 2 has set the standard for simulation-type FPS games. With massive maps the are completely versatile and not just static. Many Call of Duty players find this game hard and annoying, mainly because Activision has brainwashed them with Arcade style static buildings, and an unrealistic game engine. The Singleplayer campaign fell well short of the Modern WarfareBattlefield: Bad Company 2 has set the standard for simulation-type FPS games. With massive maps the are completely versatile and not just static. Many Call of Duty players find this game hard and annoying, mainly because Activision has brainwashed them with Arcade style static buildings, and an unrealistic game engine. The Singleplayer campaign fell well short of the Modern Warfare campaigns, despite having the Superior graphics and game engine. Battlefield: Bad Company 2 is easily the best multiplayer FPS game available, with over 30 weapons, a difficult ranking system, and in-map vehicles, it springs this game above any other.… Expand
  53. Shadowk3
    May 23, 2011
    9
    Some complain of minor glitches as though this is the only game to have them, every game has them. I have been playing the battlefield series since it started, this game takes the cake so far, COD has nothing on BC2, people complain of no toggle crouch or prone, this is because they wanted people to keep moving not camp and it works decent. Only real problem I see is Punkbuster not doingSome complain of minor glitches as though this is the only game to have them, every game has them. I have been playing the battlefield series since it started, this game takes the cake so far, COD has nothing on BC2, people complain of no toggle crouch or prone, this is because they wanted people to keep moving not camp and it works decent. Only real problem I see is Punkbuster not doing it job and keeping hackers out. Hacking has gotten bad in BC2. Other then that the game is a perfect snack to hold us over until meal time (battlefield 3)… Expand
  54. TheRealReview
    May 25, 2011
    7
    Ive always been a fan of the Battlefield series - Please note, most of this review is based on the multi-player aspect of the game. One thing I find frustrating about BC2 is the leveling up aspect of the game. The idea being you aid your team with healing, repairing, kill streaks and you gain experience which in term grants you new weapons and perks. Fair enough. But the leveling upIve always been a fan of the Battlefield series - Please note, most of this review is based on the multi-player aspect of the game. One thing I find frustrating about BC2 is the leveling up aspect of the game. The idea being you aid your team with healing, repairing, kill streaks and you gain experience which in term grants you new weapons and perks. Fair enough. But the leveling up aspect of the game should not make it unenjoyable for new players starting the game as level 1. As a new player you will find yourself gunned down, killed with one shot kill rifles, unable to assist your team (medics dont even start with a healing pack.... you have to unlock it). It was only once I had unlocked some good weapons and perks where I started to enjoy the multiplayer. The Hardcore mode for the servers is amazing. hardcore removes most of the hud, and increases the damage of the weapons. This results in a much more 'realistic' style of game where controlled, aimed shots from cover are better than running in the open jumping and shrugging off bullets. One problem I did find with the hardcore mode was again, the leveling up. There is a perk which you unlock at level 15 called Magnum bullets. This perk increases your weapon of choices damage significantly. The weapons in HC already do significant damage but you cant help feeling annoyance when the person you are shooting at manages to quickly snap off a round which kills you, while leaving him badly wounded. Vehicles have always been a big thing for the Battlefield series and BC2 is no different. One or two things I will mention is that the Helicopters are slightly overpowered when in the hands of an expert player - and there are alot of expert players. You also you get some **** players who will TK you in order to get to a heli or tank before you, however that is more an issue with the player base than the game itself. Graphics wise - the game is on par with what I would expect from a recentish first person game. The physics of the game are great with every building being able to be destroyed. An enemy squad bunkered up in a building? Destroy one of the walls and storm in from an unexpected angle. The game does put you in a sense of awe with buildings exploding round you, the dieing screams of your team-mates, the pang of bullets flying past and the rumble of your heavy armor advancing forward seeking a new target or building to decimate. The single player - Good enough but nothing 'wowing'. Its the usual thing where the good guys end up winning, your team-mates never die, and you end up killing hundreds of poor Russians without a scratch to show for it. Once you complete it you will prob not feel the need to replay it. I will mention the cut-scenes which add an element of humor to the game and set up the plot quite well. All in all, A good game that I recommend. Well worth the nine or so dollars I spent purchasing this game from a Steam Sale. The reason I gave the game a 7 is the fact, as I mentioned before, you have to really unlock alot of weapons and perks before you can start to actually enjoy yourself ingame. Till you get these weapons and perks you will find yourself constantly frustrated, unable to kill people, unable to assist your team and slowly crawling up the exp ladder. A game should not punish its new player base to the point where it becomes unenjoyable while top level players are racking up the scores.… Expand
  55. JakeTHEsnak3
    Jun 8, 2011
    9
    As I read through all the negative reviews on this game I see 1 thing: A bunch of MW2 fan boys with pile of sh*t computers who don't know how a good game works or should be played. This is a great game, thats all there is to it! You complain about the 5 hour story... Have you played a COD game? You complain about "unloading a whole clip and not killing them, then they turn around and killAs I read through all the negative reviews on this game I see 1 thing: A bunch of MW2 fan boys with pile of sh*t computers who don't know how a good game works or should be played. This is a great game, thats all there is to it! You complain about the 5 hour story... Have you played a COD game? You complain about "unloading a whole clip and not killing them, then they turn around and kill you"... Dont you think if they can hit you that maybe you just suck lol. The engine is beautiful! Graphics look 100x better than MW2 or Black Ops and if you can run it, upgrade your POS 8600. Are you serious? Most of the issues people are complaining about (disconnections, graphics, crashes, etc) are all things related to your PC, not the game. For those of us who actually know how to optimize settings and make our integrated sound card work on Windows 7 there are no crashes, great sound, great graphics, and fun game play. And no controller and Joystick support?!? LOL! Play with a mouse/keyboard like a man or you will get dominated. If you are going to play with a controller than why dont you have an xbox? And for all the b*tches who complain about the weapon and gadget unlocks. Are you serious? Every game known to man gives you the sh*t first and you get better as you play. When your a newb, you die... As you play and get better you dont. Thats like whining because you fell of your bike the first time you tried to ride it. Grow up. Everything takes practice. If I used all the very first guns of this game and no unlocks, I would still kick your a**. Dont believe the haters, the fan boys, and the morons. This game is a solid shooter with a level of intensity you cant get anywhere else. When the side of the building you are hiding in gets blown off by a tank or apache and you have to run for your life before the building collapses! Thats fun, not getting knife raped by people over and over with overpowered "perks" of other games. Oh and also, If you have ever used a knife or a gun for that matter, you dont ALWAYS hit what you are aiming at. If you miss, reload and try again. Welcome to reality. To summarize: BF:BC 2 is a console port yes, so there are some things that make it not as good as the other BF games. But most of the things people are complaining about are because they dont know what they are doing or they are 10. Amazing game, very fun, very good looking, and you cant touch leveling the entire battlefield and having tanks and BMP's roll up on you. This game is what its supposed to be, exciting and functional.… Expand
  56. Ch3m1st
    Jun 11, 2011
    9
    single player gets an 8 or even a 7 because it is not very stimulating. while it has some original ideas like operating a tank and a drone. the game is just not that appealing. now the multiplayer gets an easy 10. the best fps since counter strike. Larger than life maps. realistic bullet spray and sniper bullet drops depending on distance. and you can actually destroy buildings withsingle player gets an 8 or even a 7 because it is not very stimulating. while it has some original ideas like operating a tank and a drone. the game is just not that appealing. now the multiplayer gets an easy 10. the best fps since counter strike. Larger than life maps. realistic bullet spray and sniper bullet drops depending on distance. and you can actually destroy buildings with explosives. someone is camping in a building? just call in a mortar strike and collapse the building on their heads. if you are a more up close and personal kind of player just blow a hole in the wall by using a C4 or a launcher. completely different experience than the mindless spawn shoot die repeat.… Expand
  57. Flash_Over
    Sep 21, 2011
    9
    Absolutely a great game. The single-player is well done and the characters are something to remember while running through and immersing in-depth story line. The music is fantastic. The game play is very stratifying and BF:BC2 brings more things to the table like vehicles that other current FPS's lack. Also a Vietnam DLC that is better then most complete games! Truly outstanding. The onlyAbsolutely a great game. The single-player is well done and the characters are something to remember while running through and immersing in-depth story line. The music is fantastic. The game play is very stratifying and BF:BC2 brings more things to the table like vehicles that other current FPS's lack. Also a Vietnam DLC that is better then most complete games! Truly outstanding. The only flaw is the multiplayer is highly effected by snipers AKA Recon class. This game is really sniper heavy, but if you can get over that annoyance this game is truly a work of art. Earning this game a 9.… Expand
  58. sshady-uk
    Jun 24, 2011
    9
    How people can give this a low score and then claim to be long term gamers with some kind of superior knowledge is just ridiculous and very poor marking. This is a well polished game, with some great features that offers something different than just the run around and blast average game.
    ive been playing games since 1842 so I can tell ya a thing or two!!
    Yes the multiplayer outshines the    How people can give this a low score and then claim to be long term gamers with some kind of superior knowledge is just ridiculous and very poor marking. This is a well polished game, with some great features that offers something different than just the run around and blast average game.
    ive been playing games since 1842 so I can tell ya a thing or two!!
    Yes the multiplayer outshines the single player and was probably intended to do so.there has been a few glitches online with minor things and like any game it does have it's flaws, like when you are revived by a medic, sometimes it's all too often easy to get killed instantly, which battlefield 3 improves on and will give the dead player the option to be resuscitated or not. grab yerself some mates, (if u have some) get yerself a squad and start playing like a real team. Not headless chickens.
    The only reason I gave it a 9 is that there could be more online maps to play. can't wait for battlefield 3.    … Expand
  59. MonkofMajere
    Aug 8, 2011
    7
    For a console port, this game is excellent. The single player is enjoyable enough, though not as fun as the Bad Company 1. The multiplayer is definitely the big point of this game. The maps are big enough to be fun, the vehicles are fun but not overpowering. Each of the classes have their uses and are all enjoyable. This game isn't anywhere close to BF2, but it holds it's own if you don'tFor a console port, this game is excellent. The single player is enjoyable enough, though not as fun as the Bad Company 1. The multiplayer is definitely the big point of this game. The maps are big enough to be fun, the vehicles are fun but not overpowering. Each of the classes have their uses and are all enjoyable. This game isn't anywhere close to BF2, but it holds it's own if you don't consider it a true Battlefield PC game. Go into it with this in mind, and it's terrific.… Expand
  60. StrikeDaMic
    Jul 25, 2011
    8
    I bought this game off Steam when they conducted their Summer Sale 2011 for around 7$, after a friend had recommended it to me. Let me start off by saying that after all these years, I still love to play Battlefield 2 because of its Squad/Commander-System. I find the mixture of FPS action and tactical strategy appealing. Sometimes, though, it felt too sturdy: Players would not play by theI bought this game off Steam when they conducted their Summer Sale 2011 for around 7$, after a friend had recommended it to me. Let me start off by saying that after all these years, I still love to play Battlefield 2 because of its Squad/Commander-System. I find the mixture of FPS action and tactical strategy appealing. Sometimes, though, it felt too sturdy: Players would not play by the "rules", abide to orders (whether I was commander, squad leader or simply a soldier), and generally would only play the "lone wolf". This is what made me stop playing the game for quite many times. I wished for a Battlefield which largely keeps this system while tweaking it towards dynamics and speed, so it can please both the fast shooters as well as the more tactical thinkers (without the extreme realism of, say, ArmA2). Also, I wanted to play an entertaining, simple FPS single player campaign, which is more or less neglectable tough. Main thing is an entertaining MP experience.
    What can I say; Battlefield: Bad Company 2 delivers on all levels for me.
    The single player (which I have not yet concluded) is fun, challenging at times, and the personal dynamics in B Company add a Hollywood-like, cool touch to it ("Why do you say Fiddy Cent, instead of just Fifty Cent?"). The multiplayer is solid, with fluent gameplay, interesting maps, as well as a rewarding rank/equipment system, which is well balanced: Players on lower or even starter ranks don't get blasted into oblivion fifty times in a row simply because more experienced players have the bigger guns. The game features the vehicle team-play I loved in BF2, and reduces the squad system to a simple, yet effective respawn-point-and-communication function. While I miss the commander role to a certain extent, I dislike the (apparent) missing of a proper communications system such as BF2 had it. Press Q to spot an enemy or give orders is simply not enough for me. Who didn't love the frantic repeated "Bail Out!" after a vehicle had been hit? I understand that the game's increased speed makes it hard to deliver spot-on comm to teammates without getting killed all the time, but still, it could've been a plus.
    Overall, an outstanding game, which is sure to keep me entertained for quite some time. If you're fed up with the always recurring Modern Warfare MP system, give BF:BC2 a try, you won't be disappointed - especially not if you love BF2 just like I do.    … Expand
  61. DeadshotCRYSIS
    Oct 13, 2011
    8
    Not a great campaign, since it's very short, but the multiplayer makes this a purchase. Some great cinematics, with great shootouts blend in to make a worthy contender to the likes of Call of Duty and even surpasses the multiplayer experience.
  62. LordStrongpant
    Oct 28, 2011
    8
    The multi-player is brilliant, highly-addictive FPS. Does particular well with it's 4-man squad-based mechanics - you are rewarded for working as a team with your squad but you are free to play lone wolf if that's what you want. Graphics is good, but not brilliant. Some aspects of the interface design are a bit clunky. And I became very bored with the single-player campaign and only playedThe multi-player is brilliant, highly-addictive FPS. Does particular well with it's 4-man squad-based mechanics - you are rewarded for working as a team with your squad but you are free to play lone wolf if that's what you want. Graphics is good, but not brilliant. Some aspects of the interface design are a bit clunky. And I became very bored with the single-player campaign and only played it for a few hours. The story kind of interesting, but I find these kind of linear scripted campaigns boring anyway. I just played the campaign for a few hours to get the hang of the weapons, then jumped into the multi-player.… Expand
  63. John1
    Oct 28, 2011
    9
    One of the best multiplayer games out there, and a much better alternative than Battlefield 3. It simply feels very polished and the network code is amazing.
  64. HiddenName
    Dec 29, 2011
    7
    Great PC shooter i get lots of fun with them. Maps are good, some maps was added by DICE for free. Game is still supported, by patches and fixes. Frostbite engine so buildings are destroyable. Small number of vehicles. Single Player is added to force. Ohh and that is just console port so we have only 32 players, every real PC Battlefield have 64players. Gives 7 for 3 negatives.. smallGreat PC shooter i get lots of fun with them. Maps are good, some maps was added by DICE for free. Game is still supported, by patches and fixes. Frostbite engine so buildings are destroyable. Small number of vehicles. Single Player is added to force. Ohh and that is just console port so we have only 32 players, every real PC Battlefield have 64players. Gives 7 for 3 negatives.. small number of vehicles, console port, not good sp campaign.… Expand
  65. Kaaristu
    Nov 25, 2011
    6
    It's a pretty fun game for a short while then it just gets boring running back over and over after constantly getting killed a 1000 feet away with some guy rank 50 with a pistol. The single player campaign was about alright, nothing revolutionary.
  66. Spudrospar
    Mar 26, 2014
    8
    BFBC2 is probably the most over-rated games in the series, many people saying that its a great game, while bf3/bf4 are bad. Both of the latter are superior to BFBC2, atleast on PC. I honestly dont see anything positive in the MP of BC2 when comparing it to BF3/BF4, damage values are(even more) **** up, 32 max players on relatively small maps, no jets(not that big of a deal for me TBH),BFBC2 is probably the most over-rated games in the series, many people saying that its a great game, while bf3/bf4 are bad. Both of the latter are superior to BFBC2, atleast on PC. I honestly dont see anything positive in the MP of BC2 when comparing it to BF3/BF4, damage values are(even more) **** up, 32 max players on relatively small maps, no jets(not that big of a deal for me TBH), poorer graphics, less stuff to unlock, worse netcode(atleast when compared to bf3)... Vietnam DLC is fun, for a while tho...

    Nonetheless, its still a decent game, and thats why im giving it a 8. Was a hard decision between 7 and 8, would've given 7.5 if I could    … Expand
  67. suneater
    Dec 17, 2012
    7
    I'm not really into brown & bloom but I was able to enjoy this class-based modern FPS thanks to some friends. You really need good communication and teamwork to win rounds because the classes & weapons are well balanced. There's lots of customization and plenty of cheesy loadouts but all the balancing in the world will still have FOTMs. Amazing sound design and great use of destructibleI'm not really into brown & bloom but I was able to enjoy this class-based modern FPS thanks to some friends. You really need good communication and teamwork to win rounds because the classes & weapons are well balanced. There's lots of customization and plenty of cheesy loadouts but all the balancing in the world will still have FOTMs. Amazing sound design and great use of destructible environments. Worth picking up if it's on sale and your friends are still into it.… Expand
  68. xekcedom
    Aug 29, 2014
    9
    the best battlefield in the whole planet earth..........................................................................................................
  69. jangers
    Jul 10, 2013
    4
    BF: Bad Company 2 does not deserve the word "Battlefield" in the title. When it comes to gameplay the game is a step backwards compared to the predecessor. Made strange medic class, only 4 people in squads, not possible to go prone etc. For Esport is not suitable for playing. It looks like the game was made ​​for consoles only. Thanks to the Frostbite engine, the game looks nice and it isBF: Bad Company 2 does not deserve the word "Battlefield" in the title. When it comes to gameplay the game is a step backwards compared to the predecessor. Made strange medic class, only 4 people in squads, not possible to go prone etc. For Esport is not suitable for playing. It looks like the game was made ​​for consoles only. Thanks to the Frostbite engine, the game looks nice and it is the only plus to this game.… Expand
  70. NevNav
    May 30, 2013
    7
    Solid Battlefield game Was abit disappointed when it released since it was made for consoles and had no jets poor flight mechanics but overall it was pretty good
  71. AstiX
    Jan 18, 2019
    7
    Review for single player only.

    It's kinda fun. There's some really great moments and it's worth playing through it all, but in the end it didn't feel like anything special. Graphics look very ugly, bloom is overused and the game looks way too bright . Even turning it off didn't make much of a difference. Gameplay-wise shooting lots of different weapons is satisfying, but I found    Review for single player only.

    It's kinda fun. There's some really great moments and it's worth playing through it all, but in the end it didn't feel like anything special.

    Graphics look very ugly, bloom is overused and the game looks way too bright . Even turning it off didn't make much of a difference.

    Gameplay-wise shooting lots of different weapons is satisfying, but I found myself dying from nothing a LOT of times. This made everything much more frustrating especially when there's no quicksave and dying takes you a long way back each time. Also, trying to stray off the beaten path to flank enemies breaks the game. Many times I got stuck or died by going where the game didn't want me to.

    Story-wise it felt like the characters were supposed to be likable and funny, but dialogues and interactions between the soldiers looked very unnatural and awkward. It didn't help that control is taken away from you every 10 minutes for a meaningless cutscene where nothing substantial happens.    … Expand
  72. Marickk
    Jan 25, 2016
    6
    Battlefield. A good series, but unfortunately, this game really left me with a bad impression. The missions are not wow, the story is meh (just to be there), as characters, are really disappointed. The only thing I liked about this game is to destroy buildings.The multiplayer saved the game.
  73. JustSomeGamer
    Oct 4, 2016
    6
    who the hell thought that land mines where a good idea????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????
  74. msafonov
    May 29, 2016
    4
    I was told back in 2011 that this was one of the best games of 2010. So I bought it. Boy, was disappointed to say the least. If this is the best they can do, then the game industry is in a terrible shape when it comes to creativity.

    The gameplay is the same crap as it's always been, just run and shoot some people, take cover, reload, shoot, next level. Repeat. And I mean like fine, it's    I was told back in 2011 that this was one of the best games of 2010. So I bought it. Boy, was disappointed to say the least. If this is the best they can do, then the game industry is in a terrible shape when it comes to creativity.

    The gameplay is the same crap as it's always been, just run and shoot some people, take cover, reload, shoot, next level. Repeat. And I mean like fine, it's not easy to come up with revolutionary gameplay, so at least make a good story and characters. Nope, the story is crap and none of the characters are memorable. The missions are boring, and when I played half of the game I thought 'when will this crap end?'.

    I will praise the game mechanics to a degree, as I like the movement of the main character that you play and that he's not on steroids like in every COD game, and the guns are somewhat fun to shoot. Graphics were pretty good for that time. And these are the only reasons I'm giving this game a few extra points and it lands on a 4/10. Just another Run-And-Gun no brain game.    … Expand
  75. WhiskeyStories
    Oct 15, 2018
    7
    BC2 holds up surprisingly well. The single-player with the returning cast is fun for the most part, but it's nothing really special. The multiplayer is where it gets to shine a lot more. I've put at least 70 hours into it and had a pretty great time all the way through. It has its frustrating elements, but there's still a committed community playing it and with the Vietnam expansion it's aBC2 holds up surprisingly well. The single-player with the returning cast is fun for the most part, but it's nothing really special. The multiplayer is where it gets to shine a lot more. I've put at least 70 hours into it and had a pretty great time all the way through. It has its frustrating elements, but there's still a committed community playing it and with the Vietnam expansion it's a fun-ass time.… Expand
  76. gold
    Apr 21, 2020
    7
    В графике пересвет, даже при её изменении в настройках. Сюжет клеширован.
    Итог: 7.734/10
  77. KingJailson
    May 31, 2018
    1
    BLACK OPS > BC2, sinceramente acho q é o pior battlefield, o multiplayer que é seu ponto forte, é chato e repetitivo, tirando a campanha que é uma merda em todos os battlefield
  78. Gelaos
    Sep 18, 2018
    5
    Uninteresting gameplay, stupid story but fun for first 3-5 hours. I ignore multiplayer. The destructable environment is great idea. I remember that in one mission I was covering myself in a house, shooting at dozens of enemies coming from hill above. After 10 minutes, there was no house.
  79. Kotofon
    Aug 2, 2020
    5
    Battlefield: Bad Company 2™ — это классический геймплей серии Battlefield, битвы с применением транспортных средств, а также неожиданные «Боевые моменты». Новые транспортные средства, вроде того же квадроцикла или транспортного вертолета наверняка пригодятся любому стратегу. Созданная на движке Frostbite, система нового поколения, «Разрушение 2.0», позволит вам разрушать здания и дажеBattlefield: Bad Company 2™ — это классический геймплей серии Battlefield, битвы с применением транспортных средств, а также неожиданные «Боевые моменты». Новые транспортные средства, вроде того же квадроцикла или транспортного вертолета наверняка пригодятся любому стратегу. Созданная на движке Frostbite, система нового поколения, «Разрушение 2.0», позволит вам разрушать здания и даже делать свои собственные огневые позиции, простреливая стены и другие препятствия. Соревнуйтесь с другими игроками, формируясь в отряды, сражаясь в режиме «Отряд на отряд» и открывая уникальные награды и достижения. Любое сражение проходит на немаленькой карте, на каждой из которых есть свои тактические уловки. Отряд B возвращается, на этот раз в более серьезной одиночной кампании.… Expand
  80. Zeratex
    Feb 11, 2019
    6
    This is one of my favorite Battlefield games, still it suffers from the usual WAR games, which is shallow campaign mode with overdone shooting gameplay and bad A.I

    Graphics wise the game is impressive and very good looking, the OST is also well made. If you like War games this game is worth playing, otherwise you will get bored quickly with its same gameplay and shallow campaign    This is one of my favorite Battlefield games, still it suffers from the usual WAR games, which is shallow campaign mode with overdone shooting gameplay and bad A.I

    Graphics wise the game is impressive and very good looking, the OST is also well made.

    If you like War games this game is worth playing, otherwise you will get bored quickly with its same gameplay and shallow campaign mode.

    6/10    … Expand
  81. zNeverSleeping
    Jun 23, 2019
    7
    - Graficos: 7
    - Jogabilidade: 6
    - Historia: 6
    - Direção: 5
    - Trilha Sonora: 7
    - Densempenho (RTX 2060 + Ryzen 1600): 9
  82. LordTachanka
    Apr 2, 2020
    8
    His Story Is Not Bad! Nothing to Say About the Story. But Multiplayer Mode is Perfect! The graphics are the biggest problem for me, the gun looks very big, it covers the entire right side of the screen.
  83. Luigichief
    Nov 2, 2020
    6
    The main franchise spinoff sequence. You don't have to play the first one to understand this one.

    I was impressed by the number of cutscenes, it has an almost decent focus on the story. The story is better than all the Call of Duty I've ever played (which isn't much). There is a slight twist that changes the course of history. The characters are clichés but friendly. The gameplay has    The main franchise spinoff sequence. You don't have to play the first one to understand this one.

    I was impressed by the number of cutscenes, it has an almost decent focus on the story. The story is better than all the Call of Duty I've ever played (which isn't much). There is a slight twist that changes the course of history. The characters are clichés but friendly.

    The gameplay has some decent things, like the weapon unlocking system, its quantity and the maps. The rest is below average.

    The graphics were okay, and the cutscene is okay.

    Soundtrack basically nonexistent.    … Expand
  84. danielpetcu
    Oct 2, 2020
    0
    I love this game it is am absolute masterpiece and they really need to make a new one soon
  85. petrkozak13
    Dec 12, 2021
    8
    I think this one is the only Battlefield game with really good campaign and characters. And the destruction here is still one of the best. Not even newer games come close to it.
  86. khangpro1112
    Dec 19, 2021
    10
    Highly Recommended : 10/10
    1. Graphics : GOOD
    2. Gameplay : GOOD
    Definitely worth a try !
  87. dimadima423212
    May 3, 2022
    10
    Сюжет игры очень мне понравился, и multiplayer, получил удовольствие, лечил своих, был лётчиком, и стрельба очень приятная, легко было стрелять, ещё графика очень хорошая! Больше таких крутых игр не будет, жаль... Battlefield 2042 делали другие разработчики, которые не знают почему так любят старые battlefields, уже начиная с battlefield: hardline, начинают выходить не такие качественныеСюжет игры очень мне понравился, и multiplayer, получил удовольствие, лечил своих, был лётчиком, и стрельба очень приятная, легко было стрелять, ещё графика очень хорошая! Больше таких крутых игр не будет, жаль... Battlefield 2042 делали другие разработчики, которые не знают почему так любят старые battlefields, уже начиная с battlefield: hardline, начинают выходить не такие качественные battlefields, да, battlefield hardline нормальная, но играем за полицейских и бандитов, да, battlefield разнообразили, но разрушаемость убрали, как call of duty стала, потом вышла battlefield 1, и там уже нет атмосферы, да, есть капелька атмосферы, но очень мало там атмосферы, потом вышла battlefield 5, и там всё тоже самое как в battlefield 1, графику немножко поменяли, но почти не поменяли, и вышел battleifled 2042, почему же она провал? Потому что буран который нечего не сносит, нет разрушаемости, и модели персонажей, и так умерла серия battlefield, жаль.
    Battlefield: bad compamy 2 останется моей любимой навсегда из серии battlefield!
    Вывод: игру стоит брать, почему же? Потому-что в этой игре есть прокачка и сюжет, но нету достижений на pc, где же брать, лучше на xbox, есть достижения, но не показывает время, но лучше брать на xbox 360, хоть и там ограничитель fps и 24 игрока максимум место 32, так что лучше брать на pc! Игра заслужила 10/10 потому что хорошая графика для 2010 года и хорошая русская озвучка!    … Expand
  88. MrWolf
    Mar 8, 2010
    9
    Amazing. Environments beautiful to look at, mostly smooth as silk (some stuttering when caching - not too bad and to be expected). Load times not too bad (fast compared to BF2!) The destructible scenery adds a whole new layer to the gameplay - no two games are the same. Audio so-so: vehicles sound like toys, strange concussion effects, and how the hell did the end-of-level air horn get Amazing. Environments beautiful to look at, mostly smooth as silk (some stuttering when caching - not too bad and to be expected). Load times not too bad (fast compared to BF2!) The destructible scenery adds a whole new layer to the gameplay - no two games are the same. Audio so-so: vehicles sound like toys, strange concussion effects, and how the hell did the end-of-level air horn get past focus testing?! Very tense multiplayer with good team play, though appear to be less status comms than BF2. Overall feel is one third COD4, two thirds BF2 + improvements.… Expand
  89. RichardG
    Mar 8, 2010
    9
    Great Game!.... Trevor - Seriously a 1 because you're fricken broke and can't afford a decent video card? The 8600 is a piece of crap, and 2.4ghz doesn't mean squat. A 5 yr old P4 goes up to 2.4ghz. To everyone else out there, if you have the equivalent of a core 2 duo and an 8800 GT you'll run fine. This game is so pretty I actually have to turn off the HDR becasue it Great Game!.... Trevor - Seriously a 1 because you're fricken broke and can't afford a decent video card? The 8600 is a piece of crap, and 2.4ghz doesn't mean squat. A 5 yr old P4 goes up to 2.4ghz. To everyone else out there, if you have the equivalent of a core 2 duo and an 8800 GT you'll run fine. This game is so pretty I actually have to turn off the HDR becasue it interferes with my gameplay =D.… Expand
  90. Brandon
    Mar 8, 2010
    8
    Can I just laugh at Trevor's computer on here? No ok, Well this game is pure win, I'm not a singleplayer game player myself, so the online multiplayer is great. Blow everything up, now it's not just an FPS but a Strategy FPS. Gaming has never been so fun. Spend $100 on a graphics card trevor. and maybe a processor if thats a single core.
  91. MikeM.
    Mar 8, 2010
    8
    It may seem a lot like COD, But its suppose to seem that way, But its better than COD in everyway. Better Graphics, Better gameplay, better sounds, It makes the COD team look like amateurs. Some people about the graphics in the game that the lowest settings are even still to high. Well the game isnt meant to be played on low end computers. If you have a computer that barely makes the It may seem a lot like COD, But its suppose to seem that way, But its better than COD in everyway. Better Graphics, Better gameplay, better sounds, It makes the COD team look like amateurs. Some people about the graphics in the game that the lowest settings are even still to high. Well the game isnt meant to be played on low end computers. If you have a computer that barely makes the minimum requirements dont bother getting the game, or wait until you become uncheap and buy a better computer, you dont have to have 2 - 3 thousand dollar computer. I only spent a little more than $500 on my computer back in nov 2009, and I still play the game on full graphics with no lag at all. So maybe you should not be so cheap like trevor and complain like a girl when you cant play.… Expand
  92. ThaddeusM
    Mar 9, 2010
    7
    A very enjoyable online experience compared to the run and gun mindlessness that is modern warfare this is truly top notch this online shooter is the most fun ive had since team fortress 2 but it does have its faults which very nearly ruin the game...I will list them below 1. Punkbuster is annoying always has been and most likely always will be it keep kicking me off servers with some A very enjoyable online experience compared to the run and gun mindlessness that is modern warfare this is truly top notch this online shooter is the most fun ive had since team fortress 2 but it does have its faults which very nearly ruin the game...I will list them below 1. Punkbuster is annoying always has been and most likely always will be it keep kicking me off servers with some kind of error EA has said they see the problem and are trying to fix it 2.The combat has a HUGE learning curve over any game I've played in the last 4 years and it takes a while to get used to so when I started I was getting super mad everytime i would light someone up and instead of MW like instant death or a TF2 cartoony shoot out they would turn around and pop me in the face after playing for a while I figured out where to aim and how to fire the guns and now I pawn lol not really but theres no more dying every 2 seconds 3.The singleplayer is epicly bland so bland im amazed they allowed it to be put into a shooter thats really a ton of fun in one area but I suppose if your buying a BF game your getting it for the multiplayer all in all tho this game is super fun online and its small problems dont end of messing the experience up deff pick this up...its worth it… Expand
  93. AndreiK.
    Mar 9, 2010
    10
    This is one of the best FPS i've ever played. It is ment to be played online but the single player is not to be left apart because it's great. Great story, great combat and i like the way that buildings and everything can get blown up and you cand destroy almost everything. The game is perfectly optimized and the graphics are great. I run this game on high settings with Athlon64 This is one of the best FPS i've ever played. It is ment to be played online but the single player is not to be left apart because it's great. Great story, great combat and i like the way that buildings and everything can get blown up and you cand destroy almost everything. The game is perfectly optimized and the graphics are great. I run this game on high settings with Athlon64 x2 5400+, 2GB RAM and nVidia 9600GT and i get 50fps. The multiplayer beats everything out there. This game is a must have and it's 10Euros lower than COD4:MW2. You get the same experience (even better) with lots of players on a lower price. No bugs and great servers. This game is a 10.… Expand
  94. DanB
    Apr 1, 2010
    8
    It blows Call of Duty out of the water. The vehicles and squad and objective based play brings a much needed layer of strategy to FPSs. Destructible environments, graphics and sound quality, are all great. It is however buggy. VOIP doesn't work, and finding a game that isn't full is more of a hassle than it should be. I also wish the maps were as large as they were in BF2142, it It blows Call of Duty out of the water. The vehicles and squad and objective based play brings a much needed layer of strategy to FPSs. Destructible environments, graphics and sound quality, are all great. It is however buggy. VOIP doesn't work, and finding a game that isn't full is more of a hassle than it should be. I also wish the maps were as large as they were in BF2142, it seems like they tried almost to be too much like COD and congested their maps. But it's still a far superior game.… Expand
  95. JayV
    Apr 16, 2010
    8
    Gorgeous graphics and sound. The number of classes have been reduced again, but with more tweakability within them it doesn't matter. Can't give it a 10 because of very, very buggy ingame VOIP. I've heard 2 voices in the 2 days I've played the game, and never has anyone been able to hear me. Tried every solution suggested anywhere on the net and still can't get it Gorgeous graphics and sound. The number of classes have been reduced again, but with more tweakability within them it doesn't matter. Can't give it a 10 because of very, very buggy ingame VOIP. I've heard 2 voices in the 2 days I've played the game, and never has anyone been able to hear me. Tried every solution suggested anywhere on the net and still can't get it working. There's even a misspelling in the settings.ini file, for god's sake. "Voice Recieve" instead of "Voice Receive". So with that problem, and the fact that I really, really miss my jets, I give it 8 out of 10. For 30 bucks or thereabouts it's well worth it.… Expand
  96. GregK
    Apr 22, 2010
    10
    Battlefield: Bad Company 2 is hands down the best FPS. Every BC2 multiplayer game is different because you can blow up walls, buildings, trees, etc. COD:M2 you have the same hiding holes, sniper points, etc and you hide behind the same concrete wall every round. BC2 I'm going to blow up the wall that the sniper is hiding behind and sniper boy has to go run and hide somewhere else. No Battlefield: Bad Company 2 is hands down the best FPS. Every BC2 multiplayer game is different because you can blow up walls, buildings, trees, etc. COD:M2 you have the same hiding holes, sniper points, etc and you hide behind the same concrete wall every round. BC2 I'm going to blow up the wall that the sniper is hiding behind and sniper boy has to go run and hide somewhere else. No COD:M2 choke points or favorite repetitive ambush spots. In BC2 'll simply blow up the tree you hide behind, the tower you are sniping me from or punch a hole in the wall behind the ambush point I am forced to walk through. COD:M2 may have better graphics, but it is a solid unchangeable maze you are forced to walk through every time. BC2 I can break through that maze and make a new path anytime and anywhere I want. BF:BC2 is by far the closest to real life game with real physics. BF:BC2 is the best shooter of all time!!!… Expand
  97. NiklasA
    Apr 5, 2010
    9
    First I'd like to say that if anyone read Trevor's comment, I'd just like to say that he's as wrong as it's possible to be. 2 years ago (!) I built a $1000 PC and it rocks this game with DX9 on high settings. He's an idiot. Anyway this game is awesome. The graphics are great, the gameplay is good and the sound is the best. The sound is the best in any game so First I'd like to say that if anyone read Trevor's comment, I'd just like to say that he's as wrong as it's possible to be. 2 years ago (!) I built a $1000 PC and it rocks this game with DX9 on high settings. He's an idiot. Anyway this game is awesome. The graphics are great, the gameplay is good and the sound is the best. The sound is the best in any game so far, no doubt. If you disagree you're deaf. The gameplay is good, BUT there are some balancing and hit reg issues. DICE have said that they are looking at the balancing, but looking at their history, it's doubtful that all problems will ever be fixed. Doesn't matter though, the game is still great and way above average. Before you run out and buy it, I just have one more thing to say: This game gets A LOT better when you play with a friend. Playing alone is fun, but playing 2 or more together makes it much better. I give it a 9 because it's good, but has issues that need to be sorted out.… Expand
  98. JasonZ
    Apr 7, 2010
    10
    This game is the best FPS for PC for 2010 so far. It is far more better than Modern Warfare 2. Lots of action and campaign is good. I use a C521 which is not really A good computer and run this game smoothly. DICE did an amazing job with this game.
  99. AaronW.
    Apr 9, 2010
    10
    It's just too good. Released in a time when people started to see what a horribly designed game MW2 was, there was BC2. The holy saviour. I can run this game fine with 2GB ram 2.5ghz core 2 duo and 512 graphics, win7, at resolution 1024x786, it runs smoothly. Also, dedicated servers are a very big gift to players, thank you DICE. And more maps comming yay. Truly a very good game, as It's just too good. Released in a time when people started to see what a horribly designed game MW2 was, there was BC2. The holy saviour. I can run this game fine with 2GB ram 2.5ghz core 2 duo and 512 graphics, win7, at resolution 1024x786, it runs smoothly. Also, dedicated servers are a very big gift to players, thank you DICE. And more maps comming yay. Truly a very good game, as was the previous titles from Battlefield.… Expand
  100. MattW
    May 19, 2010
    5
    Well when I first got this game, I bought it early on Steam, for PC obviously, to get additional DLC and beta...it was great enjoyed the multiplayer very much and it played wonderfully would have rated it an 8 or even nine maybe..... However, when the game came out, all the sudden my connection seemed to lag even if my ping was hovering around 20 to 50.....This is my biggest problem with Well when I first got this game, I bought it early on Steam, for PC obviously, to get additional DLC and beta...it was great enjoyed the multiplayer very much and it played wonderfully would have rated it an 8 or even nine maybe..... However, when the game came out, all the sudden my connection seemed to lag even if my ping was hovering around 20 to 50.....This is my biggest problem with this game. The single player campaign is way too easy, and pretty simple definitely forgettable. The multiplayer has some cool maps and reward system. However Im gonna rate it as a 5 because yeah the graphics are good, some good maps,still all the same weapons and concept though, nothing new really to the Battlefield series other than the fact you can blow up buildings.... but god forbid you have any technical difficulty, EA support is a joke! I have no problem with any other game I own on steam when considering connectivity, hell I can still play l4d2 even when I have a high ping of around 150 or so...but their tips for resolving the lag issues is way too involved even after I closed several background applications. Me and several of my friends are all having similar problems here on the East Coast of U.S. extremely frustrating considering I spent like 50 bucks on this and I cant even play it now.....another thing....even when the server browser tells me it has a general low ping rating,..this really doesnt seem to matter or even be closely accurate, since the last game I played...like 10 min because the lag was so high, it told me a ping at 15, and was an East coast server in NY, but when I joined my ping was 275 and so were 10 of the other players out of 20!!!!!?????? I would have rated it higher, but since there are some serious problems for connectivity, it gets a 5 from me...My tips, jfind a friend with an xbox 360. the console port plays much much better, and no technical problems other than the occasional server kick.… Expand
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#7 Best PC Game of 2010
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#6 Most Discussed PC Game of 2010
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#16 Most Shared PC Game of 2010

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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 46 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 45 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 46
  3. Negative: 0 out of 46
  1. GameStar
    90
    The new single-player mode isn’t that interesting, but the multi-player part is fantastic. With new destructable environments and new game modes Bad Company 2 is the best Battlefield game so far.
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  2. VideoGamer
    90
    Do you like first-person shooters? If the answer is yes, buy Battlefield: Bad Company 2. If there's a weakness it lies in the slightly brief single-player campaign, but the brilliant, potentially Modern Warfare 2 beating multiplayer more than picks up the slack.
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  3. 1UP
    91
    Though it occasionally stumbles, there's one thing that Bad Company 2 clearly demonstrates: DICE has graduated from the, "can only do a multiplayer FPS" class, and is perfectly capable of making a great all-around game.
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