Battlefield 3: Back to Karkand

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  • Summary: Battlefield 3: Back to Karkand is a massive themed expansion pack featuring four of the most loved maps from Battlefield 2, boldly reimagined for Battlefield 3 with the power and destruction of the Frostbite 2 engine. It also gives you classic weapons and vehicles from Battlefield 2, uniqueBattlefield 3: Back to Karkand is a massive themed expansion pack featuring four of the most loved maps from Battlefield 2, boldly reimagined for Battlefield 3 with the power and destruction of the Frostbite 2 engine. It also gives you classic weapons and vehicles from Battlefield 2, unique dog tags, and all-new Assignments.… Expand

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Impulsegamer
    Jan 17, 2012
    90
    DICE have another winner on their hands with this DLC and if you're looking to spice up your Battlefield 3 experience and need something different, than Battlefield 3: Back to Karkand is a fast and affordable way to get your fix.
  2. PSM3 Magazine UK
    Dec 19, 2011
    90
    Back to Karkand's maps are tried-and-true classics, and BF3's tech brings plenty of thunder. It's a bit on the expensive side, however.
  3. Multiplayer.it
    Dec 14, 2011
    85
    Return to Karkand it's worth every cent spent on it. Not just 4 maps, but also vehicles, weapons and and a new game mode. Definitevely fresh air for Battlefield 3.
  4. 3DJuegos
    Dec 9, 2011
    82
    Four maps, ten weapons, three vehicles, a new gameplay mode... Maybe the contents in Back to Karkand are strictly obtained from Battlefield 2, but there are so many things to enjoy here that is hard not to recommend this DLC despite its lack of innovation.
  5. Eurogamer Portugal
    Jan 3, 2012
    80
    There are good reasons to revisit Karkand, not only for the wonders made by Frostbite 2, but mainly because it offers a different experience the maps of Battlefield 3.
  6. Meristation
    Dec 13, 2011
    75
    Back to Karkand has four maps of Battlefield 2 running with Frostbite 2, three vehicles, ten new weapons and another matchmaking mode. Enough for the frequent Battlefield 3 players, but too expensive: 15 euros for all this content.
  7. XGN
    Jan 8, 2012
    75
    Back to Karkand is a good expansion on the existing foundation of Battlefield 3's multiplayer. In its essence, it doesn't do anything new, but why change something that's already pretty damn good?

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  1. Positive: 15 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 20
  3. Negative: 3 out of 20
  1. Robx
    Dec 14, 2011
    10
    It's an amazingly well execution at reviving these classic maps that are rather legendary for the series, with very entertaining new weaponsIt's an amazingly well execution at reviving these classic maps that are rather legendary for the series, with very entertaining new weapons and vehicles to wreak havoc with. Assignments makes unlocking the new weapons a fun and entertaining task that brings new and interesting challenges to the table. The content was far better and more unique than I could have ever expected, and you are free to walk back to the original BF3 and show off your new toys and tags from Back to Karkand.… Expand
  2. dimwit214
    Feb 23, 2012
    10
    i really enjoy this game and mapsi really enjoy this game and maps piece out… Expand
  4. Unknown33
    Dec 30, 2011
    10
    First DLC for Bf3 was amazing overall. They improved more destruction and more realism. I got this for free because i have the limitedFirst DLC for Bf3 was amazing overall. They improved more destruction and more realism. I got this for free because i have the limited edition. If you don't have the limited edition, this is worth buying.… Expand
  5. NoireroboT
    Feb 5, 2012
    8
    First DLC for Battlefield 3 and it is really good.The old battlefield maps in HD are really good and the new weapons are not bad as well.TheFirst DLC for Battlefield 3 and it is really good.The old battlefield maps in HD are really good and the new weapons are not bad as well.The amazing BF3 graphics make this DLC special and definitely worth a buy.
    Vehicle warfare is fantastic in all of the new maps since they are pretty large for 24 players.
    Great DLC.    … Expand
  6. Watermelon789
    Dec 14, 2011
    8
    All of the maps are incredible , and because its free its an a outstanding DLC that needs to be downloaded in the moment you pop the BF3 discAll of the maps are incredible , and because its free its an a outstanding DLC that needs to be downloaded in the moment you pop the BF3 disc in your console . Not only is awesome, its probably the best DLC in the shooter genre to date .… Expand
  7. nurfedx
    Nov 19, 2021
    8
    The last Playable and decent Battlefield game of the series. Everything afterwards is a dumpster Fire!
  8. east_stand
    Mar 27, 2012
    0
    Untill you bring us back the previous way to play the game is COMPLETELY useless!!! Guys don't let you be blackmailed by the game dev. SimplyUntill you bring us back the previous way to play the game is COMPLETELY useless!!! Guys don't let you be blackmailed by the game dev. Simply because the wake-up one day and thought:"Oh, lets make some more money, from the gamers!!!" Great game, ruined by its creators!!! TRAGIC!!!… Expand

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#39 Best PS3 Game of 2011
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#76 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2011