Battlefield 3

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7.5

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  1. megantereon
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Very good game. Some new stuff and better graphics and tighter game play than previous games from Battlefield. The campaign is short and easy, but this game is about MP, which is a good as it gets. There is no better multiplayer war game. If you have BF:BC2 then you have 80% of this game and may decide to pass on this, but it is still a great game and almost worth the $60 it cost me. iVery good game. Some new stuff and better graphics and tighter game play than previous games from Battlefield. The campaign is short and easy, but this game is about MP, which is a good as it gets. There is no better multiplayer war game. If you have BF:BC2 then you have 80% of this game and may decide to pass on this, but it is still a great game and almost worth the $60 it cost me. i would like to see more innovation and improvement for my hard earned money so I give it a 9.0. Two years ago it would have been a 10.0. Forget movi_fan's review, he thinks this is Bad Company 3 which it is not.… Expand
  2. SubSenix
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Simply the best Multiplayer FPS available
    The graphics are top nothc - The atmosphere and the battle feeling is simply awesome and you have a lot of stuff to unlock.
  3. coldcalculated
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Great game, intense multiplayer, alot of game modes and a ton of unlocks. There are a few glitches but the game is far from broken. Singleplayer is definitely lacking, which isn't a bad thing because it only deters from the multiplayer experience, and co-op is fun but really short. Graphics are some of the best on console, and the sound effects are superb. Great lasting value due to theGreat game, intense multiplayer, alot of game modes and a ton of unlocks. There are a few glitches but the game is far from broken. Singleplayer is definitely lacking, which isn't a bad thing because it only deters from the multiplayer experience, and co-op is fun but really short. Graphics are some of the best on console, and the sound effects are superb. Great lasting value due to the 99 level system.… Expand
  4. BobbyCockit
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This easily the best MP game of the year. If you buy MW3 over this, which I am sure many retards are doing, then you are **** stupid. This game is awesome, HUGE MAPS, 24 player matches(64 on PC Master Race), vechicles. This game actually requires skill. unlike caw a dooty
  5. Watcherxx
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    For a game asking you to go "beyond the call" this game sure does borrow a few notes from Black Ops. The single player story starts slow but eventually gets pretty good towards the end. It's sad that with all of the destruction and open world mayhem this game could offer, it goes the safe linear route with barely any destruction and 2 vehicle experiences.
    Online didn't do much for me. The    For a game asking you to go "beyond the call" this game sure does borrow a few notes from Black Ops. The single player story starts slow but eventually gets pretty good towards the end. It's sad that with all of the destruction and open world mayhem this game could offer, it goes the safe linear route with barely any destruction and 2 vehicle experiences.
    Online didn't do much for me. The "Team Effort" I heard so much about was nonexistent for me. Just bad luck on my part. All I got for my few hours invested was spawn camping and disconnects.
    Graphically this was disappointing. I might get this for PC actually, but the game didn't look that much better than BFBC2. Overall decent, I just wish they made it their own instead of going linear with the single player.    … Expand
  6. Dufase19089
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    BF3 raised the bar for teamwork, graphics, atmosphere, and all in all is a much deeper "experience" than MW3. You can argue progression systems, whatever, but they're pretty much similar. No, you'll never get the same k/d ratio on BF3 as MW3, but it's so much more than just gunning people down. They're two totally different experiences, and they both excel in what they're trying to do onBF3 raised the bar for teamwork, graphics, atmosphere, and all in all is a much deeper "experience" than MW3. You can argue progression systems, whatever, but they're pretty much similar. No, you'll never get the same k/d ratio on BF3 as MW3, but it's so much more than just gunning people down. They're two totally different experiences, and they both excel in what they're trying to do on the multiplayer level.The only thing that truly hurts BF3 is the fact that it had to be trimmed for consoles, but it's not BF's fault that consoles simply cannot handle it. It would have been like trying to port Crysis 1 without the CryEngine3. BF3 shows us that the end of this console generation is here, and that this generation is now holding back innovation and the future of games (seriously, wtf is the physics engine on MW? Am I the only one that is dissapointed that grenades dont move wood pallets or outright destroy them? Seriously, Source has better physics implemented in it) They're different animals... that's all- and lets be honest, BF3 does way more for the gaming community than MW, as it stands, will ever be able to do. BF3 will only get better from here as the expansions roll out.… Expand
  7. TheJLC
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Feels fresh, but is not perfect. A good combination of vehicle and infantry warfare, along with some destruction. However, the game needs some fixing, but , it's still super enjoyable.
  8. clkarna
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Absolutely amazing game! The sound is amazing and the guns sound so real! The campaign is not amazing but it's better than Cod! The multiplayer is amazing and unique.
  9. vcca15
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Wow people really amaze me, i have this game and MW3 i love them both- mw is small maps fast paced action , bf3 is bigger maps and more strategic battle- but you kids rating either of these games a 0 is blasphemy, you should no longer be allowed to review i enjoy this site b/c it helps me decide if i wanna buy a game, not to see a bunch of lying haters with other motives bashing the gameWow people really amaze me, i have this game and MW3 i love them both- mw is small maps fast paced action , bf3 is bigger maps and more strategic battle- but you kids rating either of these games a 0 is blasphemy, you should no longer be allowed to review i enjoy this site b/c it helps me decide if i wanna buy a game, not to see a bunch of lying haters with other motives bashing the game like a ten yr old grow up be honest or dont review… Expand
  10. Christkiller
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Easily the best FPS shooter available. This game requires skill and lots of strategy for multiplayer in order to win, rather than the arcade run-n-gun gameplay of other franchises. Using skill and tactics is the only way you will win the game - whether this is using the multitude of different vehicles to assist with air support or ground offensive in tanks, while your other teammatesEasily the best FPS shooter available. This game requires skill and lots of strategy for multiplayer in order to win, rather than the arcade run-n-gun gameplay of other franchises. Using skill and tactics is the only way you will win the game - whether this is using the multitude of different vehicles to assist with air support or ground offensive in tanks, while your other teammates assault the objectives, or by being at the frontlines rushing the objectives, and assisting with revives and supplying medkits or additional ammo to your squad/teammates. The destruction in the game seems to be toned down a bit from prior Battlefield games, but you can still create new "doorways" in building walls should you want to surprise the enemy or make a new route to the objectives. The changes to the kits from BC2 threw me off at first (for example, switching the med kits and ammo supply crates between Assault and Support classes), but after an hour of playing, I've come to realize it was for the best. Maps continue to be amazing and are well thought out for each different game mode. Weapons and the unlock system for them are amazing. My only 2 gripes about the game are spawning into instant death - please institute a few seconds of "safety" when you spawn, so you don't instantly die, and also that there is no way to see the stats of guns (i.e. the accuracy, damage it deals, etc) when you are cycling through your available weapons. This game easily wins the online multiplayer "war" out there between other FPS games - no other game comes close. This is a shining example of how to provide intense, amazing multiplayer - other game companies should stand up and take notice. Single player this year is a marked improvement - it had a much more "gritty" and realistic gameplay, and the story was a lot better. Co-Op mode wasn't as impressive in my opinion, and couldn't hold my attention. Co-Op is for 2 players only, and really just consists of a short battle against some AI - it does give different scenarios - for example, provide air support in an attack chopper while ground forces assault a location, or extract a defector, and get to the extraction point. None of the Co-Op scenarios really made me want to continue playing it, and I immediately went back to competitive multiplayer instead. If you only have one choice of an FPS game this year, Battlefield 3 should be your choice. I buy every FPS that is released, and no other game can even come close to the quality of Battlefield 3.… Expand
  11. evilneil
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    BF3 is epic in every way, it combines what made BF2 the best PC game of all time and adds on that, with tons of new stuff, awesome maps, amazing graphics and sound, and that BF game play that we all love and bringing back 64 players the way it was meant to be played.. BF3 is the only military FPS you should drop a dollah on...
  12. Nikliz
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Good game. The single player campaign is meant to prepare you for the multiplayer experience. The cinematic and some parts of the campaign are remarkable and unforgettable. What really shines out of this game is multiplayer what actually brings to the table with its gameplay and realistic plus the graphics still awesome in console. This game might be hate to those arcade shooter fans, butGood game. The single player campaign is meant to prepare you for the multiplayer experience. The cinematic and some parts of the campaign are remarkable and unforgettable. What really shines out of this game is multiplayer what actually brings to the table with its gameplay and realistic plus the graphics still awesome in console. This game might be hate to those arcade shooter fans, but once you get the hang of things you won't be able to put the control down.… Expand
  13. xuzhu
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is a mess, and EA once again proves to the world that they havent got a clue. Please, EA, let another publisher take over Bioware before you ruin them as well!
  14. elpw
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Simply amazing !!! Not enough words for the sheer quality of the outstanding multiplayer...best Multiplayer game i just ever played...., A truly war experience, Team-play is the Key. Not run and gun...not this **** this game is nothing about STAND-ALONE, BF3 reflects the spirit of coop play, team-play, and tactical play.... 10/10 !!! PERFECT
  15. Gegrory
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is more of a prototype than a fully finished FPS. The frostbite 2 engine needs to work out some major kinks. If you're on the fence about which military shooter to pick up this year, do yourself a favor and get MW3. Maybe next time around battlefield will be the better online shooter, but for now there are far too many glitches to enjoy. Truly a shame, game had tons ofThis game is more of a prototype than a fully finished FPS. The frostbite 2 engine needs to work out some major kinks. If you're on the fence about which military shooter to pick up this year, do yourself a favor and get MW3. Maybe next time around battlefield will be the better online shooter, but for now there are far too many glitches to enjoy. Truly a shame, game had tons of potential. Little bit of a disappointment, but hoping for a better game next time.… Expand
  16. hadooken
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is slow and heavy, the characters feel like they are running with 10kilo boots on each foot.
    Graphics are great of course, PC WISE! not PS3 OR XBOX. Trying too hard to catch up with COD series. Obviously, EA is dying to get a share of the 'Modern' cake.    … Expand
  17. espikiller
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    after playing the beta did not expect this is a big surprise, better than expected, some things to improve but an excellent game, is the way forward.
    Con mas amplitud de mapas, algunas caracteristicas en los personajes y pequeñas correcciones es un juego por encima de la mecia. saludos.
  18. dragonwire
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    This game was great. I really expected to like MW3 more but I ended up enjoying this campaign a lot more. I'm not not a big multiplayer like most of my friends but my friends that have both titles enjoyed Battlefield 3 better in its entirety. MW3 should not be missed but if money is an issue, buy BF3 now and thank me later.
  19. Bush_Killa-73
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Battlefield 3 respresents a series which has been the only real choice if you want variety & scale in your fps games. It introduces new features & animations with a lighting system that just blows you away. This is as good as a game game can look on 6 years old machines no doubt at all. Everything can be blown up & destroyed & you just feel every tank shell & bullet as it drops or flys by.Battlefield 3 respresents a series which has been the only real choice if you want variety & scale in your fps games. It introduces new features & animations with a lighting system that just blows you away. This is as good as a game game can look on 6 years old machines no doubt at all. Everything can be blown up & destroyed & you just feel every tank shell & bullet as it drops or flys by. Jets & helicopters explode around you & its just completely overwhelming what they've achieved with it. I expected a lot & the game has delivered - big time. The beauty is that it will only get better as they always tailor the games balance & iron out any kinks post release. I cant recommend it enough. Game of the year & the servers are going to be rammed until BF4. Bring on Strike At Karkand expasion pack with its even further enhanced destruction! Well done DICE youve outdone yourselves..… Expand
  20. Waxiv
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    The campaign is terribly boring. They say the whole scenery is destructible, but you can not break a single light car, and cars take ages to explode. There's only two things good in this game: The graphics and the multiplayer. As good graphics do not mean fun, I will not give points for the game only for beauty. But you can waste some days on the online multiplayer
  21. Marcoo_PL
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I have been waiting for that for a long time and I am not disappointed. Engine works great, destruction is awesome and game looks amazing both in single and multiplayer.
  22. butleruk
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    love this game , its as a new engine map , new vehicles , guns , , i would give it a 10 but with issues with cheating online which i hope will be patched soon
  23. alesander
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    The best Multiplayer game I've ever played. Battlefield: Bad Company 2 is better than Modern Warfare 3 (Money Wasted 3 times, which I did only two times), yes BF2. Battlefield 3.. All CoD fans says these two games are different, BF3 and MW3, you can't compare. Hmm.. Totally different. BF3 is like perfect steel, MW 3 is like cheap Chinese plastic. Simple.
  24. Stefan-SRB
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is the FPS of the year. Why? It isnt recycled its completely new DICE put alot of work in it . The SP may not be the best but the Multiplayer comes up for that. Fast paced action , awesome graphics and sounds just makes it feel awesome. I can't get enough of this game. Ridicilous that MW2.5 has a higher score than this masterpiece. Just shows how many CoD kids are "reviewers".This game is the FPS of the year. Why? It isnt recycled its completely new DICE put alot of work in it . The SP may not be the best but the Multiplayer comes up for that. Fast paced action , awesome graphics and sounds just makes it feel awesome. I can't get enough of this game. Ridicilous that MW2.5 has a higher score than this masterpiece. Just shows how many CoD kids are "reviewers". The Multiplayer will keep you in for months , if you are a clever player not a kid. This game is not for kids . This game is all about tactical teamplay and thats what i love. If you want an easy shooter full of kids buy MW2.5. If you want fun for months buy this game. You won't regret it.… Expand
  25. Rizado
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is amazing! The realism and action sucks me in to the Battlefield. I recommend for gamers who love team strategy,vehicle warfare and just fun. Don't like it? Buy that crappy old COD game!
  26. Spankyjnco
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    A shooting game that depends on teamwork? The only gripe i have is the classes were dumbed down from battlefield 2 (not bad company 2). This game is great and has everything in it I want from a shooter (minus a decent sniper rifle)
  27. Jonathan-a_100
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    First Battlefield game i've purchased, multiplayer is in a league of it's own, i'm hooked. Campaign slightly disappointing but really don't care about that.
  28. Exebiel
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I'm very happy with this game, The frostbite 2 system made my day, I salute EA and DICE's work for this succesful game, the game focuses in a real battle as the users want to see and play and they made it incredibly awesome. Is "A must buy game"
  29. johnplayer1982
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Loved it, single player campaign was intense and challenging and this is my 1st experience with BF online, and its great, hours of play and mostly challenging opponents, the upgrade and achievement system is good and rewarding, you feel like your progressing after every online game, always leaves you coming back for more! Would have been a 10, if it had looked as impressive TV (high specLoved it, single player campaign was intense and challenging and this is my 1st experience with BF online, and its great, hours of play and mostly challenging opponents, the upgrade and achievement system is good and rewarding, you feel like your progressing after every online game, always leaves you coming back for more! Would have been a 10, if it had looked as impressive TV (high spec PC) ads ;)… Expand
  30. rebenge
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    If you are going to buy this game for single player DONT! Its really poor and shows that DICE are really poor developers. If you used to play MW and have been conned by biased opinions that MW is made by evil people and is **** even though you've always loved it, then you are feeble. MW3 is superior in every way, especially the single player and multiplayer is actually fun. This game is soIf you are going to buy this game for single player DONT! Its really poor and shows that DICE are really poor developers. If you used to play MW and have been conned by biased opinions that MW is made by evil people and is **** even though you've always loved it, then you are feeble. MW3 is superior in every way, especially the single player and multiplayer is actually fun. This game is so average, I only give it a zero because of the pathetic Battlefield fans giving MW3 a zero.… Expand
  31. liverpool20010
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Best fps on the market by a mile. If you did't read the hype thus think bf3 will change the world you realize how great the game is. Compared to mw3 it blows it away! Only if my friends switched from cod I would play this game more... maybe in the future hopefully
  32. lenoxseer
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    Well I gotta say that while this game isnt absolutely amazing it does just enough to warrant checking it out. I am a CoD fan, well I guess now its I used to be a CoD fan. CoDMW2 is amazing and has a good amount of map packs. CoDMW3 is bull crap. I hate to say it but looks like CoD has lost the throne and BF3 has taken over....for now.
  33. milouze44
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    vraiment un très bon jeu plus dur que l'ancien mai dans le fps tout le monde veut toujours plus de réalisme je pense que c'est le chose faite bravo car comparer a mw3 qui est vraiment très mauvais.... dice a fait un super boulot....encore quelque petite chose a corriger essentiellement au niveau de la personnalisation des classe et je pense que le jeuvraiment un très bon jeu plus dur que l'ancien mai dans le fps tout le monde veut toujours plus de réalisme je pense que c'est le chose faite bravo car comparer a mw3 qui est vraiment très mauvais.... dice a fait un super boulot....encore quelque petite chose a corriger essentiellement au niveau de la personnalisation des classe et je pense que le jeu serai parfait encore une foi merci pour ce superbe jeu.… Expand
  34. Chap1977
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    After many years I finally tried Battlefield again, but this one is fabulous. There are some problems, like needing to jump over something which is only 1cm high, lag (I've not played to long to experienced it myself yet). But nothing the less I'm glad I've brought back MW3 yesterday and bought BF3
  35. lucianowag
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    BF like you never seen before. It has improved in many ways. The PS3 version might have only 24 players online, but the action is non stop!! New engine, new system, TOTAL destruction, what else do you want? And battlelog is free for everyone :)
  36. Marvin_Gabe
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    You bring the friends, battlefield brings the moments. willy was always fly so battlefield gave him wings, wayne likes bling so he brought a flashlight. My lumberjack friend loves the chopper. my nephew just likes blowing stuff up. then tom just spots them or snipes them. i personaly am not a sniper but love ducking sniper fire and all the aspects of the game that makes it real live andYou bring the friends, battlefield brings the moments. willy was always fly so battlefield gave him wings, wayne likes bling so he brought a flashlight. My lumberjack friend loves the chopper. my nephew just likes blowing stuff up. then tom just spots them or snipes them. i personaly am not a sniper but love ducking sniper fire and all the aspects of the game that makes it real live and complete. ill probably just blow him up with my tank or something. the only way to not go on a rant with battlefield is to say that it simply just has it all. on the next rainy day i might just go chuck on battlefield and go swimming... we love the battlefield.… Expand
  37. fernandolins
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    Even though the single player campaign is quite uneventful, it is fairly entertaining even if doesn't deserve a replay. It is harder than you'd expect, mostly because the game sets a trail for you to follow (specific points and actions) and doesn't respect the own path it has set, making enemies appear behind you or in places completely out of the action range you'd expect. TheEven though the single player campaign is quite uneventful, it is fairly entertaining even if doesn't deserve a replay. It is harder than you'd expect, mostly because the game sets a trail for you to follow (specific points and actions) and doesn't respect the own path it has set, making enemies appear behind you or in places completely out of the action range you'd expect. The instructions are not very clear and you'll find yourself repeating some actions a few times until you get what you are actually supposed to do. The plot is hard to follow as names and locations are constantly thrown at you so you'll lose interest in the cut-scenes early in the game.

    But the Battlefield series has always been focused on good multiplayer experiences, and that's what it delivers. While most of its gameplay mechanics have been copied exactly as they were from Battlefield Bad Company 2 (which is an excellent game by the way), the action feels a little more arcade-like due to the new maps designs. A lot of rooms, corridors and large buildings make the game feel a little but more Call-of-Duty-er. It makes the close range action more frequent than in the other games in the series. But that is not to say that the maps are small. They are huge and well-designed, but the actions tend to be focused inside certain buildings and small structures - especially in the Rush mode. A good thing is that there's not much liberty for snipers, because it is very hard to aim from outside into those buildings or camp by the doors or windows without getting caught.

    The amount of weapons, gadgets and accessories in this game would make any first-person-shooter gamer cry of happiness. You can set your soldier to pretty much whatever you'd like by combining different weapons and abilities. The points system is better designed this time around, earning you experience for all kinds of support actions, not only kills. Playing as a team and helping your squad will earn you big points, so you don't need to be the top killer to do well and get upgrades.

    Finally, the vehicles are much more customizable and you'll earn upgrades for them too - not just the upgrades you'd get on your class by using them like more amor or better accuracy, but accessories like better radars, new missiles and such.

    If you're looking for a deep multiplayer experience with lots of upgrades, variation in gameplay, gorgeous graphics and intensive team-play that gets you rewarded for all actions, look no further, Battlefield 3 is for you.    … Expand
  38. dimebag4eva
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Game of the year. Game of the year. Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the yearGame of the year. Game of the year. Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year Game of the year!… Expand
  39. nkohesiv
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is a beautiful game. I honestly have not taken the time to get into the multiplayer like I did with BF:BC2, but what I have played has been enjoyable and breathtaking. DICE and EA know how to make some great games. My son liked to play this game, especially for the vehicles. Once I get some more free time, I cannot wait to get back into the multiplayer and level up the classes.This is a beautiful game. I honestly have not taken the time to get into the multiplayer like I did with BF:BC2, but what I have played has been enjoyable and breathtaking. DICE and EA know how to make some great games. My son liked to play this game, especially for the vehicles. Once I get some more free time, I cannot wait to get back into the multiplayer and level up the classes. The maps are massive and fun to play, but I must confess that it does allow for some more sniping abilities, and sometimes the colors of the game make it hard to see enemies clearly. It is a beautiful game with precise gameplay. The best current FPS on the market. Definitely and improvement from the lackluster Medal of Honor game from last year!… Expand
  40. bluescream
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This my first battlefield game.the game play is amazing. it's fantastic. it's real war ,great and epic multiplayer game.I have not been able to stop playing since getting it. .Get it and love it.
  41. fps216
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is epic i enjoyed playing the single player and enjoyed the missions i played. It turly felt like i was in a real war with all the destruction happing around me. Frost bite 2 engine was amazing with the explosions, building effects, and earth quake. In the missions were blackburn was on his own felt intense and gave you a sense of a need to survive. Also the game gives you aThis game is epic i enjoyed playing the single player and enjoyed the missions i played. It turly felt like i was in a real war with all the destruction happing around me. Frost bite 2 engine was amazing with the explosions, building effects, and earth quake. In the missions were blackburn was on his own felt intense and gave you a sense of a need to survive. Also the game gives you a chance to do it yourself in mission sections like the F/18 trageting and dogfight, tank mission. Also the multiplayer is amazing with its huge maps and vehicles, weapon unlocks, gameplay. Each map in the multiplayer is unique and fun to play on. The maps give you a chance to think stratigically, flanking your enemy, how to be effective when using the vehicles available to you. Whats new is the team deathmatch its intense and fun to play against the other team. The team deathmatch this new match type gives you a better chance to unlock new stuff for your class kit, leveling up. Battlefield 3 exceeded my expectations in what i expected it to turn out.… Expand
  42. Kepeli
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    The Battlefield franchise keeps getting better. The campaign mode is not that exciting and short. Co-op mode could use more scenarios to play but is fun. Multiplayer mode, I would say no other game can compete. It's worth every cent, this is a game I don't think I would trade in anytime soon.
  43. MWD2490
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Good game with good multiplayer and good leveling up system. It really is a joy to play. It has really destructible environmental aspects and the graphics are awesome. The only thing I don't like is that it does not have local multiplayer. That is something I really like about COD. Otherwise a really good game.
  44. Bansey
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I had high hopes for Battlefield 3 and let me tell you it did not disappoint. Since picking up my copy I haven't been able to put it down. I'll be honest though I only bought it for the multiplayer, which I'll get to later but the single player and the added co-op missions have been surprisingly good. At times the single player campaign can be frustrating with death coming regularly, oftenI had high hopes for Battlefield 3 and let me tell you it did not disappoint. Since picking up my copy I haven't been able to put it down. I'll be honest though I only bought it for the multiplayer, which I'll get to later but the single player and the added co-op missions have been surprisingly good. At times the single player campaign can be frustrating with death coming regularly, often out of no where which leaves you wondering how you got killed in the first place? A stray grenade? An RPG? One of the games many explosive set pieces? Very little do I think I was just shot and killed for being out of cover too long. The co-op on the other hand is a welcome addition to the BF series but still has its flaws which can be frustrating also. For example the second co-op mission, Fire from the Sky has you pilot or be the gunner of a helicopter, now unless you have a friend you can do this with who can fly the hard to handle helicopters it will drive you crazy. Relying on someone else to fly it is a frivolous task which ends in them crashing almost immediately and ending the mission. I must have searched for someone to do the mission with at least 5 times and each time I was the gunner and each time the other player crashed and ended the mission. The one time I did get to be the pilot I crashed. Leaving me with a bitter sense of despair. Now knowing I would probably never find anyone online who can pilot a helicopter. Now let's get talking about Battlefields main focal point, its multiplayer. BF's multiplayer is quite simply amazing, holding the top spot for the best multiplayer experience ever. BF comes with 5 different game modes, TD, Squad Deathmatch, Rush, Squad Rush and Conquest. The first two speak for themselves but I'll explain a little about Rush and Conquest. With Rush you either start out as an attacker or defender switching at the end of the match depending on which one you started as first. You need to destroy the enemy M-COM stations or defend your own. It is a very rewarding game mode and demonstrates the full scale war fare that Battlefield has to offer. Whether you're lone wolfing it to try and get that last pesky M-COM station or you're defending your lines holding off the enemy, it is as good as a game mode can get. Conquest is equally as pleasing but can fall short at times when one team dominates, leaving the opposition with very little they can do to get back in the game. This game mode is similar to Gears of Wars annex mode, which sees you trying to capture and hold 3-5 flags spread across the map. Teams start on 200 points and the game ends when one team has sucessfully held the flags long enough to gain the points. All in all the multiplayer is very addicting and if you have played any other game in the BF franchise it will feel familar but with enough new additions and added gameplay tweaks for it too not get repetative. If you're new to the BF franchise then you should be able to pick this one up and get right into the action without feeling like you need hours of gameplay to enjoy yourself. It is well balanced and there is enough for new players to feel comfortable playing. I recommend to anyone who is a fan of FPS or even war games to pick this one up, it won't disappoint. 9/10.… Expand
  45. Danny41191
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Very disappointed, way too show off your frost bite 2.0 engine's full power then only apply that for pc gamers, the consoles version graphics were horrible and there's way too many crazy glitches ive already seen. Call of duty might be using an older engine, but it isn't as glitchy as Battle field 3, please fix your glitches other wise i don't even see how your company can top the call ofVery disappointed, way too show off your frost bite 2.0 engine's full power then only apply that for pc gamers, the consoles version graphics were horrible and there's way too many crazy glitches ive already seen. Call of duty might be using an older engine, but it isn't as glitchy as Battle field 3, please fix your glitches other wise i don't even see how your company can top the call of duty franchise.… Expand
  46. Bobbydylan
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    A flawed game, this title was rushed to the shelves to beat modern mappack 3 to the market. it did that, but dropped a lot of content to make the deadline. Destruction is toned down, Como-rose is useless, the squad menu is outright broken, and many of the weapons are peculiar balanced. That said, the game is fantastic, and outright addictive. Be prepared to lose whole days of you life toA flawed game, this title was rushed to the shelves to beat modern mappack 3 to the market. it did that, but dropped a lot of content to make the deadline. Destruction is toned down, Como-rose is useless, the squad menu is outright broken, and many of the weapons are peculiar balanced. That said, the game is fantastic, and outright addictive. Be prepared to lose whole days of you life to this title. The Battlefield have absorbed thousands of player ours, and this looks likely to do the same (one the issues are patched up). In no other shooter can you fire a gun, command a squad, fly a chopper, dogfight in a jet, drive a tank, or a hummer, use a mortar, and have the freedom of the whole map. This game is brilliant, and I'm going to stop writing this, and go play some more of it. P.S. On a side note, the Single player is a load of tripe. the Story is unimagined, the QTE's are annoying, the climax is uninspired and the cutseans are prolific. This is a MP game only… Expand
  47. juanjux
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Showed promise. Unfortunately it is a joke on on PS3: broken squads, broken voice chat, huge input lag, etc. Sony should test the games better and doen't allow games this buggy to be released until fixed. Next Battlefield, maybe.
  48. horne242
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    If you've loved the battlefield series so far, you'll adore this. absolutely sublime. The campaign is actually significantly better than given credit for, with enough high-octane moments to push me to a second playthrough. The multiplayer is, as always, where it's at, with many years worth of military-sandbox fun for fans of the series. A true love-letter to fans of the series andIf you've loved the battlefield series so far, you'll adore this. absolutely sublime. The campaign is actually significantly better than given credit for, with enough high-octane moments to push me to a second playthrough. The multiplayer is, as always, where it's at, with many years worth of military-sandbox fun for fans of the series. A true love-letter to fans of the series and military fiction alike.… Expand
  49. franco214
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Like many people I have been looking forward to this game since it was first announced, and I have to say for me it was worth the wait. People have complained about connection issues, mic problems and a frustrating campaign but I have not experienced any of this at all. Starting with the campaign, which I have completed on Hard, was thoroughly enjoyable. Whilst it was very reminiscentLike many people I have been looking forward to this game since it was first announced, and I have to say for me it was worth the wait. People have complained about connection issues, mic problems and a frustrating campaign but I have not experienced any of this at all. Starting with the campaign, which I have completed on Hard, was thoroughly enjoyable. Whilst it was very reminiscent of Black Ops with the flash backs I thought these scenes were delivered with brilliant voice and character detail, excellent graphics and was much more real than that of Black Ops. The campaign itself, whilst being more corridor and set piece driven than previous Battlefield games, inc Bad Company, I enjoyed every second of it. The controls and game play were crisp and responsive the sound was unbelievable from my 5.1 surround sound setup, and to be honest the story wasn… Expand
  50. Heroicgamer
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    To start off, I did not buy this for single player, if I had I would review this at a 6- who uses quick time event still? God of war killed those. But when it comes to multiplayer- this game is amazing. Now if your a lone wolf looking for just kills this probably isn't the game for you. This is a true war experience- jets flying over head, tanks destroying building and realistic combat.To start off, I did not buy this for single player, if I had I would review this at a 6- who uses quick time event still? God of war killed those. But when it comes to multiplayer- this game is amazing. Now if your a lone wolf looking for just kills this probably isn't the game for you. This is a true war experience- jets flying over head, tanks destroying building and realistic combat. You can be the best player on your team and never shoot a bullet- being a team player going for objectives, healing players, supplying bullets all count for points. If you are a cod player you will need to slow down and think more strategy based as opposed to just rushing in for the kill. I have 40 hrs of online play and am just barely scratching the surface of this games potential. If you're looking for a realistic team based game- bf3 is here… Expand
  51. ltwicked
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    The online multiplayer is simply the best in its class and a big step up from bad company 2. Single player is also pretty good, some great moments. The missions where you play the Russian agent Dima are probably the best parts, shame there wasn't more of him and less of the US marines. Bit of a let down you don't get to fly jets and helicopters, or drive any veichle other than the clicheThe online multiplayer is simply the best in its class and a big step up from bad company 2. Single player is also pretty good, some great moments. The missions where you play the Russian agent Dima are probably the best parts, shame there wasn't more of him and less of the US marines. Bit of a let down you don't get to fly jets and helicopters, or drive any veichle other than the cliche tank level but plenty of time for that online.
    Obviously the graphics are just fantastic but pales in comparison to the PC version. The new Frostbite 2 engine really shows what a monster it is and give DICE another year or so to optimize and BF4 is really going to look amazing.
    Also worth mentioning is the sound, I dont think you couldn't find a game with better sound production.    … Expand
  52. mxpxboy
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    They should have just called this game "Battlefield: Bad Company 3". They could have even called it Battlefield: Medal of Honor" because it's basically the same crappy game. Spawn, get sniped. Spawn, somehow manage to run 500 yards, get sniped. Rinse repeat. Let's not even mention the the HUD and graphical overlays looking pretty much identical across every game that DICE develops whetherThey should have just called this game "Battlefield: Bad Company 3". They could have even called it Battlefield: Medal of Honor" because it's basically the same crappy game. Spawn, get sniped. Spawn, somehow manage to run 500 yards, get sniped. Rinse repeat. Let's not even mention the the HUD and graphical overlays looking pretty much identical across every game that DICE develops whether it be BF, BC or MOH. You'd think they could change it up wouldn't you? IMHO, stay away from this game. But if you insist on getting spawn sniped over and over, just get BC 2 or MOH and save some cash.… Expand
  53. VivaMexico4
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Overall I give this game a 9 ONLY because of the single player campaign, but then again, who cares about single player First Person Shooters nowadays??? The online multiplayer is DEFINITELY a 10. I love the thrill of massive scale battles and semi-realism. People complain that the multiplayer Conquest and Rush matches are too long and too slow...but that's just the best part of it.Overall I give this game a 9 ONLY because of the single player campaign, but then again, who cares about single player First Person Shooters nowadays??? The online multiplayer is DEFINITELY a 10. I love the thrill of massive scale battles and semi-realism. People complain that the multiplayer Conquest and Rush matches are too long and too slow...but that's just the best part of it. Anything can happen at any given time. If you pretend that you're actually in the battlefield instead of just playing the game, the experience is so wonderful. Other complaints include "camping" snipers. Let me ask you this, what else are snipers supposed to do? It's called RECON for a reason. I only use Recon on Battlefield 3. I love the feeling of sneaking around enemy territory, sniping people from 600 meters away, and hiding yourself with the environment. You have to play the game...you just have to.… Expand
  54. cvflyboy
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Great game. First battlefield game i bought and I just cant put it down. Every kill is very satisfying. MW3 take tips, This is how you bring something new to the table instead of milking the same game for years.
  55. Stoft
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Not gonna lie, this is the best shooter ever for PS3. If you are on the fence or torn between this and MW3, get this game. You will not be disappointed.
  56. Durazell
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    Unfortunately EA DICE is not able to deliver all of the many promises made by marketing. From a technical perspective this look like an unfinished game. The singleplayer campaign suffers from basic technical issues where story progression is impossible as certain criteria has not been fulfilled. In multiplayer, that is supposed to be the games one strength, the pervasive technicalUnfortunately EA DICE is not able to deliver all of the many promises made by marketing. From a technical perspective this look like an unfinished game. The singleplayer campaign suffers from basic technical issues where story progression is impossible as certain criteria has not been fulfilled. In multiplayer, that is supposed to be the games one strength, the pervasive technical deficiencies is even more obvious. Mainly clipping is a issue where you can be shoot because from you point of view you are in cover, while you opponent has an unobstructed view for a kill. If you are new to the first person military shooters there are other more balanced games available.… Expand
  57. moua
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    The game itself is revamped and better now with the Frostbite 2 engine but the engine clear lacks graphic polish for console and has some glitchy issue of bodies being stuck in walls and etc. But overall the game is great, fun, and fresh. The Great Balance between Tanks, Jets, Helicopter and Infantry is a nice fix and is with a warm welcome. 9/10*
  58. Reviewer2401
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Brilliant Game.
    Decent Campaign.
    Very Fun Coop Missions.
    Dogtags- Customization.

    Best Graphics of 2011.
    Vehicles.
    Destruction.
    Best Multiplayer of 2011.
    Good all round fun.
  59. reaperff7
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    this is the best shooter i have played on the ps3 so far because a. it looks really good b. the online is awesome sauce
    however the single player in this game wasn't as enjoyable as bc2's in my opinion. oh well, i bought this game for online anyway, and haven't been disappointed yet so yeah a solid 9 in my books.
  60. Stormsky
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Having moved over from COD I tried to play it in the same run-and-gun way, and got very frustrated with it. After 1 day I nearly took it back to the shop for something else. I stuck with it though, changed the way I played, and can say hands down this is better than MW will ever be. Better graphics, better sound, more realistic, no overpowered perk drops, just way way more fun. BlowingHaving moved over from COD I tried to play it in the same run-and-gun way, and got very frustrated with it. After 1 day I nearly took it back to the shop for something else. I stuck with it though, changed the way I played, and can say hands down this is better than MW will ever be. Better graphics, better sound, more realistic, no overpowered perk drops, just way way more fun. Blowing buildings and 5hit up is a hoot.

    The game isn't perfect, but MW3 being so poor makes it look so. BF3 needs a training mode otherwise it is madly frustrating getting owned by some 30+ rank dick of a sniper. Couple of the weapons need rebalancing. Couple of the maps are frustrating. Love the size and scale of the maps on Rush mode. Getting your hands on a jet is rare. Too many idiots grab a tank and then waste it by charging into the enemy and getting blown up.

    The best fps on the market.    … Expand
  61. DirtyMexicans
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    All I can say is OMG!!!! Single player is good but not any better then that. But I only got this game for the multiplayer, and it's easily the best multiplayer experience I've ever played. The whole Multiplayer experience is fair for every player, little to no lag, so much much customization with your classes that you could player this game forever. The map designs are brilliant, the gameAll I can say is OMG!!!! Single player is good but not any better then that. But I only got this game for the multiplayer, and it's easily the best multiplayer experience I've ever played. The whole Multiplayer experience is fair for every player, little to no lag, so much much customization with your classes that you could player this game forever. The map designs are brilliant, the game controls feel natural, and the gameplay encourages team work heavily which makes this game so unique, something games have never done successfully. The gunfights feel and look amazing. I could be defending the bridge so the enemy cannot cross it, then in a few seconds, I have 5 team mates with me helping me defend my position, and it feels like real warfare.

    The sound design is simply amazing, the guns look awesome and sound realistic. The vehicle gameplay is fun with the Jets being a ball once you learn how to fly it.

    In a nut shell, Battlefield 3 is the best multiplayer experience I have ever player, period.    … Expand
  62. coldxblooded
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    A MUST HAVE FOR ON-LINE SHOOTERS, as compared to COD MW3 this game is a masterpiece. I highly recommend this game and would not be surprised to see it win many shooter of the year awards.
  63. G_Mackzy
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    The similarities between this game and Bad Company 2 are many but it does enough to stand on it's own. They've revitalised the class system a little bit for the better, expanded on aerial warfare, which is a blast. The essence of Battlefield is there with some of the best maps in the series. Would I recommend it over CoD MW3? Depends whether you want to sit down and play a tactical shooterThe similarities between this game and Bad Company 2 are many but it does enough to stand on it's own. They've revitalised the class system a little bit for the better, expanded on aerial warfare, which is a blast. The essence of Battlefield is there with some of the best maps in the series. Would I recommend it over CoD MW3? Depends whether you want to sit down and play a tactical shooter that is pretty team based then BF3, or for something just to quickly jump on to for some light arcadey fun then CoD.… Expand
  64. realgamer619
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    a breathe of fresh air, the engine allows no match or map to feel the same. Would have been nice to have more maps off the bat but they claim to have alot of dlc to come. needs to fix the jumping threw windows problems and the problem with the bombs not setting while laying down everytime in rush
  65. JiggyJoe
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Battlefield really shines with this amazing game, top notch Multiplayer with a fairly decent shot at Singleplayer. Gameplay is not the same as Battlefield 2, but rather a mix of Medal of Honor and Battlefield: Bad Company 2. I loved Bad Company 2, however I think that Battlefield is needed to play differently. It's a great game, but I think they may have pushed it out a bit sooner than needed.
  66. pandabullets
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    I forgot one thing Seananners Gave this game a double thumbs up! I even have the video.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qkp2SAPLuDk So what are u waiting for get bf3!!
  67. kenmedibs
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This is hands down the best online shooter I have ever played. The gameplay, the graphics, the sound, and the atmosphere combined is perfection. My expectations for this game was very very, oh so very high, but it delivered and so much more.
  68. Mazegilliam
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    This game is horrible. The story in this game is bad and the online doesn't even connect to the story. The servers for this game aren't even worth talking about. They should just keep making the BF:Bad Company games. If you want to play this game RENT DON'T BUY.
  69. Jaybird_88
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    This game is a completely different game than BC2. With that being said I love BC2 and I love BF3. BF3 has personally satisfied me.. yes it has a few bugs, but they will be fixed because of DICE's great support. This games singleplayer is not very long, but it kept me playing and interested which is a definite plus. The multiplayer is fantastic and will keep me occupied for a longgggg..This game is a completely different game than BC2. With that being said I love BC2 and I love BF3. BF3 has personally satisfied me.. yes it has a few bugs, but they will be fixed because of DICE's great support. This games singleplayer is not very long, but it kept me playing and interested which is a definite plus. The multiplayer is fantastic and will keep me occupied for a longgggg.. time. And most people who complain about this game are unwilling to adjust from BC2 which like I stated is a completely different game.… Expand
  70. xXRenTyrellXx
    Nov 9, 2011
    6
    Honestly, when it comes to it's campaign, Battlefield 3 is nothing special, which is unfortunet for me, sense campaign is my strong point in any game. It's multiplayer is strong, no doubt, and will have players playing for many years to come. However, I don't think Battlefield 3 stands a very good chance against MW3 all around. Although Battlefield 3 had it's moments in the campaign,Honestly, when it comes to it's campaign, Battlefield 3 is nothing special, which is unfortunet for me, sense campaign is my strong point in any game. It's multiplayer is strong, no doubt, and will have players playing for many years to come. However, I don't think Battlefield 3 stands a very good chance against MW3 all around. Although Battlefield 3 had it's moments in the campaign, beautiful sound, visuals and gameplay, Battlefield 3 is a very disappointing game in my eyes, but is no where near a complete failure either.… Expand
  71. StealthPilot
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Unlike BFBC2, BF3 came out of its shell and amazed the console gaming community. The best online shooter to date, and the game people will be playing and talking about until the next one releases. This is the year that a shooter will pass up the CoD franchise, and become the best buy on the market. The game runs so smoothly, with virtually no lag, and outstanding graphics and gameplay. TheUnlike BFBC2, BF3 came out of its shell and amazed the console gaming community. The best online shooter to date, and the game people will be playing and talking about until the next one releases. This is the year that a shooter will pass up the CoD franchise, and become the best buy on the market. The game runs so smoothly, with virtually no lag, and outstanding graphics and gameplay. The large extensive maps, realistic and fun to use vehicles, and large array of unlockables, weapons, upgrades, and playing styles.

    I give this a ten out of ten...and I will see you online.    … Expand
  72. gazuza2008
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    They specifically made the game this way to benefit their own marketing and to hurt their customers. I will never buy a DICE or EA game ever again................
  73. XPEKT420
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Battlefield 3 is a masterpiece delivering countless hours of Realistic Warfare. Battlefield is not meant for a campaign where it shines is MP. I take BF3 over MW3 any day
  74. chicharrones
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    Aside from the mic issues/server disconnects, this game is pretty good overall. I was a little disappointed with the graphics, but the online game-play more than makes up for it. As soon as they patch the bugs I'll give it a 9/10.
  75. Overwatch177
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    I have watched all of the trailers, gameplay and I have played the beta. I was really excited about this game and I couldn't wait for it. I've now played it and it is pretty good with very few flaws to account for.
    Singleplayer: The singleplayer is blockbuster style,with a story about Srgnt. Blackburn being interrogated about his actions as a U.S Marine soldier. As you play the    I have watched all of the trailers, gameplay and I have played the beta. I was really excited about this game and I couldn't wait for it. I've now played it and it is pretty good with very few flaws to account for.
    Singleplayer: The singleplayer is blockbuster style,with a story about Srgnt. Blackburn being interrogated about his actions as a U.S Marine soldier. As you play the singleplayer, You play through Blackbourn's flashbacks (and some other soldiers as well). You fight against an army named the PLR. Overall, the story is good, but not the best. It feels a little like "cod", with most of the firefights being in close quarters. The story is not the best, but still worth playing.
    Co-Op: This is a new mode to the battlefield series, wit most missions about completing objectives.
    With only two players and no med packs and ammo to deal out though it feels like the element of teamwork is practically nonexistent. The mode though was extremly fun and tense.
    Multiplayer: Ah yes, the multiplayer, I have played a decent amount of conquest and it is amazing, although some maps have more close combat gameplay like Operation Metro and Grand Bazaar. The leveling up system is brilliant pulling me back to the multiplayer every time.Not only that but the sense of teamwork, gun play and vehicles brings me back as well. The guns feel great and are balanced perfectly.
    Presentation: Let't get this out of the way: the graphics are brilliant. They are really immersive and they set a whole new standard in fps. The sound is outstanding, making me feel like I am in an actual warzone. Aside from a coulple of glitches, brilliant presentation. Final score: Brilliant multiplayer, good Co-oP but a rather disappointing singleplayer. 9.6/10    … Expand
  76. Thynis
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    If you are reading my review and expecting me to compare BF3 to MW3.. then look elsewhere. I haven't played MW3, and don't plan to for some time. I'm a BF2 vet who sold Black Ops less then 24 hours after purchasing. WHY!? Because Battlefield fits MY style of play and enjoyment. Now that that is out of the way let us talk about BF3. It's a great game but like any other game, hasIf you are reading my review and expecting me to compare BF3 to MW3.. then look elsewhere. I haven't played MW3, and don't plan to for some time. I'm a BF2 vet who sold Black Ops less then 24 hours after purchasing. WHY!? Because Battlefield fits MY style of play and enjoyment. Now that that is out of the way let us talk about BF3. It's a great game but like any other game, has issues. The single player is ok, but is basically no different then any other FPS single player. The story line doesn't feel real unique, but is enjoyable. The single play is worth playing for just the sound though! The sound in this game is phenomenal!!!!! I am an individual who has been in the military and fired plenty of guns. The gun sounds, explosions, tank shots, etcetera in this game hit you in the chest. I can't say enough about how great the sound is in this game. Graphically the game is wonderful, with a few (very few) head scratchers every now and then. Graphics for me isn't a big deal though. Yes graphics are awesome, but I'd much rather have a game that plays good and has a good gaming experience, then a game that blows my mind graphically. What DICE has done with the new engine in this game works very well though. My only real complaint with the graphics though, is the lighting. It's not that the lighting is bad, sometimes it's just too much. This stands true in multi-player too. Which helps move this review to the meat, bones, and potatoes (now I'm hungry) of BF3. The multi-player!!!!! This is where BF3 shines the most and the best. First and foremost, it feels like BF2... but different. I know that may sound odd, but that's the best I can explain it. Of course you all probably know that there are guns, explosives, tanks, helicopters (get to da choppa), planes, and destructible environments. But that is just the beginning. BF3 is the ultimate package of multiple experiences in one sitting and/or one round. In one round of conquest or rush, you can launch morters, drive a tank, fly a plane, arm an m-com, get in a fire fight with another team/squad, and I could seriously go on for another 10 minutes. This right here is what makes BF3, BATTLEFIELD 3. To surprise, this isn't for everyone. If you are a run and gun type of person. Then steer clear of BF3, it's not for you. This is a game where strategy means everything. Just because you can shoot faster then me, doesn't mean you or your team is going to win. Now that I've rambled on and on about this game I'm going to rate it based on the two following scores: Single player = 8.4/10 and Multiplayer = 9.4/10. With an overall score of roughly 9/10. Last but not least I want everyone to see this last comment: WHEN YOU ARE PLAYING THIS GAME, SPOT PEOPLE! SPOT! SPOT! SPOT!… Expand
  77. tanktizzo
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    The graphics to the gameplay are amazing! The change in graphical engines is definitely noticed from the previous Battlefield! Warning, this game is addicting!!!
  78. egorgeg
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    I had my hopes set high for Battlefield 3, and it somehow surpassed those expectations. Single-Player was fantastic, I am already on my third play-through, and I am still enjoying it. first time playing through had me on the edge of my seat (sometimes literally) waiting to see what was going to happen next. I had my fair share of getting a bit annoyed at dying a few times in a row, but,I had my hopes set high for Battlefield 3, and it somehow surpassed those expectations. Single-Player was fantastic, I am already on my third play-through, and I am still enjoying it. first time playing through had me on the edge of my seat (sometimes literally) waiting to see what was going to happen next. I had my fair share of getting a bit annoyed at dying a few times in a row, but, who doesn't? Yes, most of you out there will be saying "Who buys a Battlefield game for the story, for the Single-Player?", well, I do. Not mainly of course, mainly its for the Multi-Player. Speaking of which, the Multi-Player is what you would expect from a Battlefield game, pure awesomeness. There are some bugs/glitches, but none that are game breaking or make you think "this game was rushed". The sounds are fantastic and really feel real, especially in 5.1 Surround sound. I actually died a few times the first time I played, with Helicopters and jets flying over, and the sounds that came out of my speakers held me speechless.

    With the shear amount of unlocks, and for me, replay-ability of the Single-player, I don't hesitate one second to give Battlefield 3 a 10/10

    10/10 for Single-player
    10/10 for Multi-player    … Expand
  79. Revanchistexile
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    The Campaign was very bad, but I didn't buy Battlefield 3 for the campaign I got it for the multiplayer. The multiplayer is awesome. Get it and love it.
  80. MotoNack
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    I've been playing this game for about a solid week now, and I've got to say it lives up to expectations. The game has stellar graphics, great multiplayer, and great support from a great developer. DICE took what was good about BF2 and revamped it with a more fine tuned and better balanced gameplay. The multiplayer is where this game truly shines since multiplayer is where the heart ofI've been playing this game for about a solid week now, and I've got to say it lives up to expectations. The game has stellar graphics, great multiplayer, and great support from a great developer. DICE took what was good about BF2 and revamped it with a more fine tuned and better balanced gameplay. The multiplayer is where this game truly shines since multiplayer is where the heart of battlefield has always been. The campaign while not super, gets the job done as being a bonus to the thick of the content that is mutiplayer. There is also a Co-op mode that is quite a lot of fun when done with a partner online. Overall this game, to me, has lived up to the extensive hype placed upon itself over the years. 10/10 for sure!… Expand
  81. Bosniak
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    My favorite game in the battlefield series is bc2. The game had hilarious characters, a great physics system, and movie-like pacing. The multiplayer had a great sense of teamwork, like all battlefield games, and the controls were greatly improved from DICEs last game. When I went into Battlefield 3, I expected an advancement of the last bad company game, but bf3 is an entirely differentMy favorite game in the battlefield series is bc2. The game had hilarious characters, a great physics system, and movie-like pacing. The multiplayer had a great sense of teamwork, like all battlefield games, and the controls were greatly improved from DICEs last game. When I went into Battlefield 3, I expected an advancement of the last bad company game, but bf3 is an entirely different game, combining elements of all the previous battlefield games. The destruction system in the campaign was not as vast as bc2, but is more cosmetic and overall a nice take on modern game physics. It may need polish, but it does a good job of showing off the engines dynamic lighting and physics. The multiplayer is a great experience and free dlc with the limited addition doesn't hurt either. The co-op lacks depth, but its still a fun playthrough with a friend and overall the game is worth its price. The pc version is the best, the ps3 version is great, and the xbox 360 version manages to hold up okay as well. I know some people might not have had their desires filled by the hype of this game, but for battlefield fans in general, it is a great title and a great successor to the franchise.… Expand
  82. HamjamIAm
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    The best Battlefield experience yet. The sound is beautiful. The graphics are beautiful. The gameplay is great. The multiplayer is AWESOME. At launch there were server issues that are still getting ironed out. DICE recognizes that friends tend to get split up when joining a game together. And some other minor things that aren't worth mentioning. I would have been GREAT if DICE hadThe best Battlefield experience yet. The sound is beautiful. The graphics are beautiful. The gameplay is great. The multiplayer is AWESOME. At launch there were server issues that are still getting ironed out. DICE recognizes that friends tend to get split up when joining a game together. And some other minor things that aren't worth mentioning. I would have been GREAT if DICE had included a bot zone so you could learn to fly a jet or helicopter without the frustration of being shot down. I've logged several hours and still haven't shot down a single thing in the jet. And I'm still learning to fly a helo. These things keep this game from being a perfect 10… Expand
  83. unluckytoe
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    I have been playing the COD series since the beginning. I love the fast paced action. I purchased MW3 and started to play, but for me, I became rather bored. It's just the same game play as all the rest. I decided to move on to BF3, and WOW! For me, it's nice to play a game that's team orientated and I love the large maps. The controls for me are odd (because I'm used to COD controls) butI have been playing the COD series since the beginning. I love the fast paced action. I purchased MW3 and started to play, but for me, I became rather bored. It's just the same game play as all the rest. I decided to move on to BF3, and WOW! For me, it's nice to play a game that's team orientated and I love the large maps. The controls for me are odd (because I'm used to COD controls) but it will take some time getting used to. I sold my version of MW3 and I'm looking forward to more battles in BF3. Definitely worth the switch.… Expand
  84. Bezet
    Nov 9, 2011
    7
    If you're buying Battlefield 3, you only do it for multiplayer, which is great (more about it later). The campaign has some interesting and cool moments, but the AI is extremely painful - all enemies are absolutely stupid, yet they always know where you are hiding if you are in front of them - talk about lazy programming.

    The graphics are a mixture of awesomeness and disappointment. The    If you're buying Battlefield 3, you only do it for multiplayer, which is great (more about it later). The campaign has some interesting and cool moments, but the AI is extremely painful - all enemies are absolutely stupid, yet they always know where you are hiding if you are in front of them - talk about lazy programming.

    The graphics are a mixture of awesomeness and disappointment. The lighting system is really impressive, however I hate fighting when it's dark as everything blends together. Moreover many elements seem fuzzy and pixelated. Character animation is very good.

    Multiplayer is great - addictive and focuses on team play. If you have played a lot of CoD before, you need some time to get use to the new way of playing. You actually kill less frequently and have to think more about your strategy, however this in return gives you more satisfaction. For example, team deathmatch is actually TEAM deathmatch, as opposed to CoD, where it's usually "every man for himself".

    Vehicles add a lot to the gameplay. Classes are balanced nicely and actually force some players to think tactically.

    Overall, the game is pretty good, it's just a shame that the campaign is a disappointment.    … Expand
  85. McC23
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    Bought this game on release day, took it back with me when I went to pick up Call of Duty MW3. This game is garbage compared to MW3. Gameplay is so slow I almost fell asleep playing this game. Graphics are crap compared to PC and I experienced so many glitches playing the game right away. It was the first Battlefield I played and I can guarentee you it will be my last. Dont buy this game.
  86. rrcarpenter
    Nov 9, 2011
    3
    Never again will I buy another Battlefield game. Not after this kind of laziness and deceit. Battlefield 3 for the PS3 is sloppy, sloppy, sloppy. Anyone who has given it a 10 is working for EA, guaranteed. They know it, and that's why they have their nerds flooding the Battlefield 3 reviews with 10s, and the MW3 reviews with 0s.

    Don't waste your 60 bucks. I did, and two hours into the    Never again will I buy another Battlefield game. Not after this kind of laziness and deceit. Battlefield 3 for the PS3 is sloppy, sloppy, sloppy. Anyone who has given it a 10 is working for EA, guaranteed. They know it, and that's why they have their nerds flooding the Battlefield 3 reviews with 10s, and the MW3 reviews with 0s.

    Don't waste your 60 bucks. I did, and two hours into the game I felt like someone just kicked me in the nuts, it was that sloppy. Hasn't anyone at EA ever played MW2? Don't they know what a polished game feels like? Did they even play this game before they put it on the shelves?

    Despite its many, many problems (which I will list later, if I have time), I still give it a three because the vehicles and big maps make the gameplay fun. Still, I urge you not to buy it. If you have to, buy it used.    … Expand
  87. MoeYaz
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Let's get this out of the way, Modern warfare 3 will be the more popular game that will sell more copies but that doesn't make it a better game. Its similar to saying how the most popular movies aren't necessarily the best such as Harry Potter and Spiderman. But anyway, back to Battlefield 3. This game has a poor singleplayer and poor co-op but the multiplayer is some of the best I'veLet's get this out of the way, Modern warfare 3 will be the more popular game that will sell more copies but that doesn't make it a better game. Its similar to saying how the most popular movies aren't necessarily the best such as Harry Potter and Spiderman. But anyway, back to Battlefield 3. This game has a poor singleplayer and poor co-op but the multiplayer is some of the best I've played. From wide open landscapes to cramped urban areas, this game has excellent variety. This is the same for the modes, weapons and vehicles. It's also the most addictive battlefield game I've ever played due to the much better levelling up system. If you're here for great multiplayer this game is a MUST buy but if you're not this game isn't for you at all. Although the singleplayer is poor, it doesn't really matter, people probably won't even play it anyway. My problems with this game is the lacking co-op and the few techincal issues, but these few shortcomings are towered by the excellent and polished multiplayer. An amaing 9/10.… Expand
  88. Shimmy
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    This will talk about Multiplayer only. I've only played the multiplayer portion of all the BF series.

    Game unlocks will be discussed but since you can view everything from the beginning, I didn't tick the may contain spoilers box. The game is very gripping. Even thou the console version looks dated compared to the pc version which supports 60 player battles. DICE did a wonderful job    This will talk about Multiplayer only. I've only played the multiplayer portion of all the BF series.

    Game unlocks will be discussed but since you can view everything from the beginning, I didn't tick the may contain spoilers box. The game is very gripping. Even thou the console version looks dated compared to the pc version which supports 60 player battles. DICE did a wonderful job scaling the action down to fit any number from 24 down to squad 4 vs 4 battles. The action is intense and well balanced. The CQ of BF1/BF2 hoarding is gone with the addition of a flak suit that helps you survive explosive damage. The addition of laser and flashlights to your guns adds a lovely balance between distraction and if you use it you can give your position away. The way all the classes were reworked to give you a broader usage for each class is fantastic. Support can take out tanks using C4 explosives. The engineer can equip mines and rocket launchers at the same time. The Recon can go nuts with mobile spawn points and motion trackers. The assault is also the medic. Overall the game emphasis team work at the same time you can go lone ranger if you wish. The mix of multiplayer maps is very nice, from inner city battles to hill sides to deserts. It offers a good mix of environments to dish out some damage. The lovely Frost Bite Engine 2.0 with destruction in the environments is always nice. Destroying a building and killing all the campers inside will always put a big grin on your face.

    The use of weapons is very satisfying. you can feel the heft of every gun and the way the modifications add to the weapon. From grips to sights, lasers to flash lights. It expands greatly on what you want to do with a weapon and how you approach the level. The way the knifing animation works is a nice touch lifted straight from Halo Reach's assassination idea. It freaks you out when you see someone else face then you get the killed via knife icons. The embarrassment is huge, it makes seeking out revenge even sweeter. As always bullet drop makes landing a headshot from over 250 meters a feat of skill. It rewards skillful play and since the other team and spot you. You have to be very tactical on when to strike.

    Player animation is so nice. The way you can vault over things adds so much to the flow of the game. The way you drop to prone position is also very cool. Overall the game is pretty enjoyable online. The action is intense. The weapons are fantastic. The levels are varied and nice. The console version has less players but the action is still excellent. The only downside is that if you have a weak team, the other team tends to camp at the spawn point for the team destroying you to bits. that is only in conquest mode. Go buy the game and enjoy fantastic, scary action.    … Expand
  89. Nox
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    The campaign was unoriginal in my opinion. It was fun and immersive in some missions but in others it felt distant and apathetic. The Co-op missions are great, better than the campaign in my opinion. The multiplayer is one of the best ones i've played. Can't actually say anything negative about the multiplayer, it's amazing. Beautiful graphics (even if it looks a little less beautiful onThe campaign was unoriginal in my opinion. It was fun and immersive in some missions but in others it felt distant and apathetic. The Co-op missions are great, better than the campaign in my opinion. The multiplayer is one of the best ones i've played. Can't actually say anything negative about the multiplayer, it's amazing. Beautiful graphics (even if it looks a little less beautiful on console), The best sound quality and design ever, All thanks to Frostbite Engine 2. Pick this one up.… Expand
  90. Banksy22
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    The only score this game is worthy of is 10 out of 10. The tactical gameplay is amazing. It is very realistic and the graphics are top notch, especially if you play on PC. I have copies on PC and Xbox360 and both are perfect. The only thing missing is someone actually shooting you with paintball guns in real life while you get shot in the game. It's that good. I have to compare it to MW3The only score this game is worthy of is 10 out of 10. The tactical gameplay is amazing. It is very realistic and the graphics are top notch, especially if you play on PC. I have copies on PC and Xbox360 and both are perfect. The only thing missing is someone actually shooting you with paintball guns in real life while you get shot in the game. It's that good. I have to compare it to MW3 as it is the biggest rival. MW3 doesn't even come close to comparison in terms of strategic gameplay, sounds, map quality/size and realism. I don't think they should even be in the same catagory. MW3 is an arcade shooter with the same old stuff as the older games, where as BF3 combines a lot more with a brand new engine. MW3 is just run, shoot, die over and over again. BF3 is: flank, hide in building for a bit, kill some guys, try to find more cover, find a nice sniping spot, help your team mates. The vehicles are quality as well, not to mention all of the equipment like EOD bots. MW3 is a childs version of BF3. Play MW3 if you want to train in ultra fast close combat that may assist you in BF3. When you think you're ready to be a man, get BF3 and get your tactical head on. Buy BF3. I have played both games and used to love both COD and BF. But it seems COD has nothing new, where as battlefield has. Destructable buildings/walls are also lovely in BF3, the shooting realism of actually shooting in front and above a distant running enemy is so good.. Buy it... See for youself. Hope this review is ok :S First I've ever wrote tbh...… Expand
  91. M3chaGr4n
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Hello you lot. So you want to know whether BF3 is worth the money? The short answer is absolutely!! However, as you can read in all the other reviews no game is "perfect". All i will say is that compared to MW3 which is criminally lacking in originality, EA have not sat on their laurels but instead made an even better game. SP>>>The Single player is NOT why you buy BF3. If you did, wellHello you lot. So you want to know whether BF3 is worth the money? The short answer is absolutely!! However, as you can read in all the other reviews no game is "perfect". All i will say is that compared to MW3 which is criminally lacking in originality, EA have not sat on their laurels but instead made an even better game. SP>>>The Single player is NOT why you buy BF3. If you did, well maybe you are new to the franchise. Let's consider it an "extra" and leave it at that, it gets a 6/10 but it is by no means a bad SP , its jsut that compared to the MP it is linear, short and a little awkward - its just a different type of game a bit like when we all used to buy COD back in 2003 for the SP set in WW2, a little extra should not be so highly criticised in my humble opinion. MP>>>>>WOW. No other word comes close. It is at the same time, immersive, intense, exciting, rewarding and extrememly finely balanced. It allows you to adapt your skills, pick your way or charge in and the maps, which make or break an MP (see MW3 as an example of how bad maps can be the death of a game) are STUNNING. I dont want to bore you any more than this - for the first time in a while i dont feel ripped off, i feel like i paid good money for good work. It is a very rare thing to say that in the gaming industry these days....so pick up your rifle, your kit, get on that chopper and take the war to the enemy - you won't be disappointed. 9.5/10… Expand
  92. pixelgeek
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Best Real Warfare game out there... forget about the MW2 upgrade game that is all smoke and mirrors, BF3 sound & graphics is just amazing, you feel like you are in the line of fire. Go get it, you wont be disappointed.
  93. ShottyMcLagcamp
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    Lets begin by saying BFBC2 was the 1st BF game I played. I've always played COD. With that said the single player is short and imho just annoying. But that's not why we bought the game did we? The multiplayer portion is addictively fun. The maps are huge and memorable. The weapon selection is great. But not everything is perfect. But the complaints are minimal such as some op weapons,Lets begin by saying BFBC2 was the 1st BF game I played. I've always played COD. With that said the single player is short and imho just annoying. But that's not why we bought the game did we? The multiplayer portion is addictively fun. The maps are huge and memorable. The weapon selection is great. But not everything is perfect. But the complaints are minimal such as some op weapons, knifing, and opponents just doing cheap things. But that's in all games. Also this game opened the flood gates with the different camos proving you don't have to be the same to play, which hopefully leads to full customization in future installments. Good game.… Expand
  94. shadow822
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This game is a ton of fun and I'm enjoying it more than I ever did with COD. Me and a couple of friends have been playing nightly and its a blast, there's so many epic moments. And don't listen to what critics are saying about singleplayer and bringing the score down. The fact that they even added singleplayer should be a treat enough. Battlefield is and always will be a multiplayer game.
  95. DenKnight-
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Un-biased non-fanboy review: Pre-ordered and played it immediately. I don't do that often... Jumped straight into campaign and to be honest the first three or four levels were immense. I felt in danger walking through the streets with my squad, and that's exactly what Battlefield should be aiming for. They are heavily invested in realism and they did a marvelous job of it. However, after aUn-biased non-fanboy review: Pre-ordered and played it immediately. I don't do that often... Jumped straight into campaign and to be honest the first three or four levels were immense. I felt in danger walking through the streets with my squad, and that's exactly what Battlefield should be aiming for. They are heavily invested in realism and they did a marvelous job of it. However, after a while the game began to slow down for me. I got less interested as the story ends up being unoriginal and I almost got the feeling there was some government propaganda pumped in for good measure. (To be honest, I'm so sick of playing the American soldier because in real life they are nothing but murderers for a corrupt establishment. Give me a game set in South America/India/Australia with their soldiers or whatever. Something new...)

    The QTE moments are gash. There are too many of them and there's no reason for them at all. The fact that the game ends in one is the worst of it all. Press X, then O, then R1 etc... f'in boring.

    However the graphics are beautifully done, sound is incredible, effects superb, so if you've got a sweet TV you'll enjoy this game for the spectacle alone.

    MULTIPLAYER! I can't stress how good this is. The variety and the 'Battlefield Moments' make this game endless fun. Go on Youtube and look some up and you'll see what I mean. You end up at work the next day explaining those 10 seconds of mayhem. The maps are great and the addition of jets makes it feel more like war than ever before. SHooting mechanics are just fine and require you to think about how you approach a kill rather than just holding the trigger. I played the Co-Op extra missions last nigth with someone I met online, and the moments of cohesion together you can't find anywhere else. 3 2 1 Sniper headshots are the way forward. They should have informed people how to 'spot' enemies, as in most random games people don't even bother to identify tanks or helis for everyone else. I am a little dissapointed that the campaign isn't full co-op. This should be the norm for FPS, particularly squad based ones like BF3.

    So graphics 9, campaign 8, sound 10, multiplayer 9, co-op 8, overall gameplay 9 and fun factor and replayability 10. Overall 9/10 from me. Buy this game if you want sustained fun. (see how long it takes you to master the helicopters) Cheers, DK    … Expand
  96. bouvron
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    UNE GAGURE;une décèption......,j'ai trouvé que le jeux manquait totalement de libèrtée et de réalissme dans le mode solo,le scénario du jeu est vu revue,inintéressant.Le mode multi ,bas c'est du battelfield aucun changement,ni améliorations,que ce soit graphique ou bien desUNE GAGURE;une décèption......,j'ai trouvé que le jeux manquait totalement de libèrtée et de réalissme dans le mode solo,le scénario du jeu est vu revue,inintéressant.Le mode multi ,bas c'est du battelfield aucun changement,ni améliorations,que ce soit graphique ou bien des competences et des armes.… Expand
  97. KBMYAC
    Nov 9, 2011
    7
    Let me start of by saying that the hype generated before the game was launched was not justified by the end product. Don't Get me wrong, this is not at all a bad game, just that the over hype and the PC footage killed it. The Single Campaign was short and the story in it looked like it was taken from a cheap military film. But the lighting was top notch in this game. The were also a lot ofLet me start of by saying that the hype generated before the game was launched was not justified by the end product. Don't Get me wrong, this is not at all a bad game, just that the over hype and the PC footage killed it. The Single Campaign was short and the story in it looked like it was taken from a cheap military film. But the lighting was top notch in this game. The were also a lot of pop in issues that i noticed in the game , and there were a few texture issues that i found. At Certain points, i found that the textures reminded me of the old battlefield 2. This all said and done, this series was never intended as a single player game. The game excelled in its multiplayer format. And there is one thing to say about it. Its Top Notch. Its only other contender in MP would be Uncharted 3(Though it belongs to a different genere, the are comparable to a certain extent.). The game play style is team and objective based and not kill based. The key thing that is required is not skill with the weapon, but team bonding and dynamics. Strategy and Flanking is required in the game. All in all this game is a must buy for everyone to enjoy a good MP… Expand
  98. chubby603
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    +++/-Due to the realistic nature of Battlefield 3 there is a lack of the adrenaline pumping action found in other franchises such as, the Modern Warfare series but overall the narrative was good. Compared to Modern Warfare, Battlefield 3's multiplayer is somewhat slower but can build some tense moments when your team is struggling for an objective to receive more tickets. The classic+++/-Due to the realistic nature of Battlefield 3 there is a lack of the adrenaline pumping action found in other franchises such as, the Modern Warfare series but overall the narrative was good. Compared to Modern Warfare, Battlefield 3's multiplayer is somewhat slower but can build some tense moments when your team is struggling for an objective to receive more tickets. The classic Battlefield classes are back, which creates more of a team emphasized multiplayer experience and it is not irregular to have a teammate heal you, offer you ammo, or repair your vehicle as there is a point incentive to do so. Vehicles make getting around the large maps easier and enhance the overall experience as jets scream by overhead and tanks roar past you as you try to capture an objective. Although the vehicles provide a unique experience, they also seem to deter the attention of some players as to what the real objectives are. There are two ways in which Dice tries to reduce camping one is a kill cam, and the other, a red triangle that appears above any enemy player who fires their weapon or is spotted by another teammate. Regardless though, due to the large maps, it is inevitable and is an effective skill to be honed. Perks are generally not too overpowering. Overall the multiplayer pace is slower than Modern Warfare's and is less arcade-esc but I am learning this isn't necessarily a bad thing. Due to the slow nature it gives me time to appreciate the details, the pluses and minuses of every weapon. For example when I was sniping from a good distance, I used a faster semi-auto rifle and the accuracy was worse and the bullet drop was greater than when I used the bolt action rifle(keep in mind this is not the case with all the rifles). This usually does not occur in faster paced multiplayer games. Battlefield 3 also endorses more team based play. Giving you points to help your fellow teammates and allowing you to spawn on squad members. This game is great and I do suggest it if you are sick of the same old same old first person shooter.… Expand
  99. manuslayer
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    So wanted this to be a 10/10 game, but not quite there. The graphics, sound, and gameplay are astounding. The story in the campaign, though, leaves alot to be desired. Very dull and bland. But, nobody is playing this for the campaign anyways. The multiplayer is the major draw and it is phenomenal. Everything feels smooth, intuitive and easy, from bringing up your barrel to aim downSo wanted this to be a 10/10 game, but not quite there. The graphics, sound, and gameplay are astounding. The story in the campaign, though, leaves alot to be desired. Very dull and bland. But, nobody is playing this for the campaign anyways. The multiplayer is the major draw and it is phenomenal. Everything feels smooth, intuitive and easy, from bringing up your barrel to aim down the sites to running and jumping through windows (there is some small glitchiness with getting stuck on little things, but it's really not a big a deal). The maps are varied and stunning. The weapons all seem balanced once you level up a couple of times. And best of all, there is little lag and inaccuracy in the hit markers (which is what killed COD for me, Black Ops is literally one of the worst FPS I've ever played). There are a couple of qualms with the MP, though. The inability to cook grenades is annoying, although I can understand the reasoning behind it. The loadouts lack a bit in the customization department. And the menus are a bit counter intuitive (really, I can't just easily jump out of a game at the load screen?). These slight problems, and the lackluster campaign mode, knock it down a bit, but it's still the best FPS I've played in years, and quite possibly the best game I've played in a couple of years as well.… Expand
  100. ironman443
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    My review is a bit long and I don't get to all of my points so if you'd like to just skip to the bottom my scores are there :)

    note* the math at the bottom does not add up because I weight certain aspects as more important than others. Im going to be honest here, I never finished the single player. Not because it was bad, it was...decent. But the multiplayer drew me in soon after I    My review is a bit long and I don't get to all of my points so if you'd like to just skip to the bottom my scores are there :)

    note* the math at the bottom does not add up because I weight certain aspects as more important than others.

    Im going to be honest here, I never finished the single player. Not because it was bad, it was...decent. But the multiplayer drew me in soon after I got home with the game. I got about halfway through and it was good although more in a history channel special sort of way rather than an action movie. The first co-op mission was good but I couldn't find anyone who didn't crash the helicopter so I didn't get passed the second one, so I don't have alot to say about it.

    Now to the multiplayer. It is...actually not the same as in bc2, it feels different. More focused. Better. The game has a good mix of slow tactical aspects as well as fast paced action with the distinced maps paving the way for very varied gameplay. The classes I feel are more balanced than in really any other BF game to date and I personally like the assault class having the job of medic although it makes the support class less usefull than it used to be.

    Now, there are issues. There is the occasional glitch and I've seen a bit of lag now and then (although not much) I also think that jets with a 24 player count doesn't really add up with the jets spending most of there time dealing only with other jets and every once and a while a helicopter (I have yet to be killed by a jet other than when in one) so they almost seem to take away players from the game. I also think the BC2 helicopter controls were better and in BF3 it really limits there mobility but maybe that's better since I see less dominance than in BC2. One thing I was pleasantly surprised about what the vechicle disabling, I was a little worried about this being almost ineffective when I first heard about it but I think it offers a good way of mixing infantry and vechicle combat.

    Oh and the graphics are very good although not PC level and is honestly a little outshined by the excellent sound (and honestly, the quiet is very impressive in an of itself.)

    Overall I think this is a game that will keep alot of people happy for a very long time especially if DICE delivers on it's "3 times as much DLC as BC2" claim.

    SP: 7/10
    Co-op: NA
    Menus/setup: 8/10
    Sound: 10/10
    Graphics: 9/10
    MP: 9.5/10
    Battlelog: 8/10
    Community: 8/10
    Lasting appeal: 9/10

    Overall: 9/10    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 38 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 35 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 38
  3. Negative: 0 out of 38
  1. Push Square
    Feb 10, 2012
    80
    Hopefully EA reconsiders its approach to toppling Call Of Duty in the future, and allows its games to develop their own personality, rather than imitate something else.
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  2. Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    Jan 4, 2012
    80
    Despite its incredible competitive online play, we can't ignore the shortcomings of its campaign and Co-Op. [Jan 2012, p.66]
  3. Official PlayStation Magazine Benelux
    Jan 2, 2012
    90
    The nine multiplayer maps seem to be designed specifically to let players come up with their own creative strategies. Compared to COD, this gives the player a real sense of freedom. There is no such thing as a perfect strategy or a trotten path. [December 2011, p.74]
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