Battlefield: Bad Company 2

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  1. razor.1898hufflepuff
    Apr 15, 2010
    10
    I'd like to start off by saying that this game is spectacular in graphics and sound effects.Ok the sound effects really immerse you into the game, from the crunching of leaves under your boots to the sound of an explosion of an rpg when it hits right beside you. vedict for sound: outclasses mw 2 in that department by miles. Now the graphics ... are u kidding ... BFBC2>>>>>>>>>MW 2 I'd like to start off by saying that this game is spectacular in graphics and sound effects.Ok the sound effects really immerse you into the game, from the crunching of leaves under your boots to the sound of an explosion of an rpg when it hits right beside you. vedict for sound: outclasses mw 2 in that department by miles. Now the graphics ... are u kidding ... BFBC2>>>>>>>>>MW 2 again. ok now the gameplay, mw 2 is full of kids with squeaky voices and campers and feels more like its trying to win u over with novelty addons such as tac knife and perks such as lightweight , sleight of hand pro (quickscoping is a thing of the past in bfbc2 because the sniping is a whole lot more realistic.) and steady aim (encourages spraying). Where as bf bc 2 encourages teamwork and its only gives you the basic addons that u actually need for a gun such as red dot sight , sliencer and grenade laucher. My final verdict , dont waste your $80 on a piece of junk with poor gameplay and poor graphics buy bf bc 2 insteadu won't regret it.… Expand
  2. mikeg
    Apr 24, 2010
    9
    I don't know what game nikko was playing, but it wasn't this one. Run and gun? not a chance, there are many snipers in this game, who will pick you off in a heartbeat if you run out in the open. MW2 is the run and gun game with ppl respawning randomly behind you.....For a multiplayer repawn game, there's not much i would change, however, a 'lock on' rocket I don't know what game nikko was playing, but it wasn't this one. Run and gun? not a chance, there are many snipers in this game, who will pick you off in a heartbeat if you run out in the open. MW2 is the run and gun game with ppl respawning randomly behind you.....For a multiplayer repawn game, there's not much i would change, however, a 'lock on' rocket launcher is a must for a beginning character. you shouldn't have to wait 4 unlocks on engineer just to shoot down a spawn camping helo. this is why i give the game a 9 instead of a 10, also it does take a while to start to unlock decent weapons.… Expand
  3. Watermelon789
    Apr 21, 2011
    9
    What a hell of a ride,DICE managed to put one awesome game and a original multiplayer. The story is very good innovative perhaps awesome ,well designed levels, many places where it develops like Russia< Bolivia etc ,. The multiplayer is very awesome many options, big maps, just what the tittle said Battlefield and is always Epic much better than a lot of other multiplayer if you want aWhat a hell of a ride,DICE managed to put one awesome game and a original multiplayer. The story is very good innovative perhaps awesome ,well designed levels, many places where it develops like Russia< Bolivia etc ,. The multiplayer is very awesome many options, big maps, just what the tittle said Battlefield and is always Epic much better than a lot of other multiplayer if you want a war zone multiplayer, this is the pick .… Expand
  4. George111111
    Feb 21, 2011
    10
    This is a great game. The level of destruction is incredible. If the maps are unfollowable and the vehicles uncontrollable then that just proves you don't know how to play a game! This game is realistic, fun to play and solid. This is a great FPS and the multiplayer rocks.
  5. Rosco
    Mar 22, 2011
    9
    Don't know why the word "Bad" is in the title of this game because I can assure you that their is nothing remotely bad about it! Well maybe the AI amongst your squad as that's telling after a good few hours gameplay but overall this is a tremendous FPS. It's a game that doesn't get the credit it deserves and we all know why (CoD anyone?) but when CoD achieved what it did with MW its easyDon't know why the word "Bad" is in the title of this game because I can assure you that their is nothing remotely bad about it! Well maybe the AI amongst your squad as that's telling after a good few hours gameplay but overall this is a tremendous FPS. It's a game that doesn't get the credit it deserves and we all know why (CoD anyone?) but when CoD achieved what it did with MW its easy to see why especially comparing CoD to the first Bad Company. But I can safely say EA, well DICE, have rectified that. The graphics are a huge step-up from the original, especially in the forests in Bolivia. The sound however is what immerses you in the action, its terrific and captures the moments. The single-player focuses upon finding a scalar weapon currently being rebuilt by a Russian general who intends to destroy America. The missions are enjoyable, unfortunately like most not long enough although Bad Company 2 isn't as bad the likes of MW1/2 selling you short. However the real area where Battlefield excels is online. It is near unbeatable. Add to the fact its addictive as hell and allows you to decide which class you wish to take, as well well as that you can build up your prestige and upgrade your weapons. This is on par with CoD, and a worthy alternative and in many ways beats its adversary. Imagine just how good Battlefield 3 will be!?!… Expand
  6. AcidCasual
    Feb 2, 2021
    9
    BC2 came to the market at exactly the right time especially with Frostbite in it's Arsenal. No other game even to this day (Even with levelution in BF4) managed to make destruction an integral part of a war game. In reality destruction is part of war and BC2 made this integration.

    The graphics were not the best - Modern Warfare seemed to always have better detail and textures, however    BC2 came to the market at exactly the right time especially with Frostbite in it's Arsenal. No other game even to this day (Even with levelution in BF4) managed to make destruction an integral part of a war game. In reality destruction is part of war and BC2 made this integration.

    The graphics were not the best - Modern Warfare seemed to always have better detail and textures, however the graphics in BC2 felt real, tactile and sandboxy but Battlefield at this point were not known for having the best graphics.

    BC2 excelled in sound design and ballistics - The guns sounded great, the way you could shoot and see the tracer leave the gun hit a wall and milliseconds later hear the impact, it was just fantastic. This extended to underarm grenades and RPG's, it was actually enjoyable just to use them, sometimes, just firing a weapon was rewarding as a kill. Spraying walls with a PKR to hear the gun, the impacts and see the damage - wow.

    The maps were designed for destruction and in most cases felt empty or not as detailed as other popular games. And because the subject matter meant smaller teams and un-familiar countries, it felt more arcade like (Not wholly a bad thing)

    They was obviously a massive step up to BF4 in terms of a game that was meant to be taken serious, however imagine BC2 Atmosphere with BF4 detail - in a real relatable theatre of war.

    Such a good game for it's day.    … Expand
  7. BrazilianFalCoN
    Jan 14, 2021
    10
    This game is wonderful. It seems that every year it becomes more magnificent. I played it again these days after a long time and it was still magnificent. The story, the charismatic characters,etc.I only have compliments about this game.
  8. GuyC
    Mar 3, 2010
    10
    Just WOW! Single player, brief but satisfying. Multiplayer, OMG! A new king of FPS has emerged. Especially now that Infinity Ward is basically no more. I have to wonder how much Activision sets aside in their budget to buy reviews though. The multiplayer in CoD is (as of this writing) so buggy it is almost unplayable. The single player is shorter than BFBC2. How does it attain a higher Just WOW! Single player, brief but satisfying. Multiplayer, OMG! A new king of FPS has emerged. Especially now that Infinity Ward is basically no more. I have to wonder how much Activision sets aside in their budget to buy reviews though. The multiplayer in CoD is (as of this writing) so buggy it is almost unplayable. The single player is shorter than BFBC2. How does it attain a higher meta than Battlefield? $$$$… Expand
  9. AlexH.
    Mar 3, 2010
    10
    Although the campaign still isn't as good as it should it is very entertaining and worth while. a big improvement from the first. but like all the Battlefield games multiplayer is what it was made for, and i got to say the multiplayer is by far incredible and willl make you say "I Sware i seen that in a movie before." all in all, I have to give it a 10 if you like First person Although the campaign still isn't as good as it should it is very entertaining and worth while. a big improvement from the first. but like all the Battlefield games multiplayer is what it was made for, and i got to say the multiplayer is by far incredible and willl make you say "I Sware i seen that in a movie before." all in all, I have to give it a 10 if you like First person shooters i say at least rent it all though its worth $60.… Expand
  10. BenL
    Mar 6, 2010
    7
    OK, so the multiplayer still rocks, but why oh why did they abandon the kind of open plan levels in the single player campaign that made the original so fun? The original Battlefield BC had a design philosophy which made the single player a great experience, they let you do it pretty much your own way, walk or drive it was your choice. This time they seem to have walked away from that in OK, so the multiplayer still rocks, but why oh why did they abandon the kind of open plan levels in the single player campaign that made the original so fun? The original Battlefield BC had a design philosophy which made the single player a great experience, they let you do it pretty much your own way, walk or drive it was your choice. This time they seem to have walked away from that in an attempt to copy Modern Warfare. Spend 20 minutes driving round the outside of an impregnable fortress looking for the exact spot where the game designers say I can get in? Why the hell can't I just rocket a hole in the wall and drive on in? Bad Company stood out because it was different to all the other on rails shooters out there, too bad they chickened out with the sequel. Every single player game is on rails from here on in.… Expand
  11. NathanG
    Apr 12, 2010
    10
    realistic gameplay with sniper shots that fall with distance, kick-back firing, amazing vehicles that still have a chance of being blown up so as not to be unfair to people just running across the battlefield dont listen to this nikki C moron just cause that person cant handle some realistic gameplay that requires team work and not daily camping mw2 has the same dam resolution with less realistic gameplay with sniper shots that fall with distance, kick-back firing, amazing vehicles that still have a chance of being blown up so as not to be unfair to people just running across the battlefield dont listen to this nikki C moron just cause that person cant handle some realistic gameplay that requires team work and not daily camping mw2 has the same dam resolution with less details in the graphics and battlefield has a way better control layout, even the first one beat the cod games in fun oh and upgrades to eat class so you have to actually earn the guns by repeatly using that class and nikki c doesnt even deserve to post on this site… Expand
  12. AnonY.
    Apr 6, 2010
    10
    Superior to Modern Warfare 2 in most areas, with some minor shortcomings in the single player campaign. As I played MW2 it became repetitive, and even while playing team matches everybody always runs off in MW2. BC2 does not have this issue thankfully, and the amazing destruction is similar to Red Faction in scale and detail. It is not as epic as MAG, but the destruction and the stratey Superior to Modern Warfare 2 in most areas, with some minor shortcomings in the single player campaign. As I played MW2 it became repetitive, and even while playing team matches everybody always runs off in MW2. BC2 does not have this issue thankfully, and the amazing destruction is similar to Red Faction in scale and detail. It is not as epic as MAG, but the destruction and the stratey that it creates make it THE online game to own for the PS3 right alongside MAG and RFOM2.… Expand
  13. PierceO
    Apr 8, 2010
    10
    Nikko C. you are a complete idiot for even comparing MW2 and BC2.Different aims.How is BC2 a run and gun game when that's what MW2 is all about?Maybe if you tried learning the controls you enjoy it more but this absolutely beats MW2 in every way.Destruction is the way forward.
  14. MisterGone
    Mar 23, 2010
    10
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  15. HeyThere
    Mar 3, 2010
    10
    Understand that this is more than a straight up shooter like Call of Duty. This game really is about using all of your resources to dominate the battlefield. If you're looking for an experience deeper than "walk around and shoot the first person I see (which is CoD"), then this is the best game there is.
  16. Tyler
    Mar 3, 2010
    10
    A simply breathtaking multiplayer experience packaged with a solid and intense single player. BC2 triumphs over all the competition, especially mw2 which it constantly makes fun of during single play - thank you! Some graphical tears and glitches occur, but nothing is detrimental to gameplay, all of which can be fixed with patches. Destructible environment keeps you on edge, along with a A simply breathtaking multiplayer experience packaged with a solid and intense single player. BC2 triumphs over all the competition, especially mw2 which it constantly makes fun of during single play - thank you! Some graphical tears and glitches occur, but nothing is detrimental to gameplay, all of which can be fixed with patches. Destructible environment keeps you on edge, along with a vast array of vehicles and weapons, this is the multiplayer war game I've been waiting for, this is the one to buy now! Only down side is the lack of going prone, but seeing as how large the maps are, I can understand removing that feature, and a half-assed clan system; none of which truly effect gameplay. This is a perfect 10/10, even with its flaws, realistic and balanced combat still proves exceptionally fun. Ignore the 'critics', there hypocritical and paid off. Everything there bashing this about, was praised for or completely ignored in mw2; and that's a simple fact. Call of Duty should begin to look for a casket, its death is near.… Expand
  17. DBark
    Mar 8, 2010
    9
    The first half of the single player campaign is solid good, worth-the-money fun. 2 Hours in you will start to notice the terrible squad AI and the lack of any real challenge/narrative. it starts to feel pointless and repetative very quickly. Its not as good as MW2 in single player. But Having a singleplayer campaign in a Battlefield game is a bonus anyway, and anyone who buys a The first half of the single player campaign is solid good, worth-the-money fun. 2 Hours in you will start to notice the terrible squad AI and the lack of any real challenge/narrative. it starts to feel pointless and repetative very quickly. Its not as good as MW2 in single player. But Having a singleplayer campaign in a Battlefield game is a bonus anyway, and anyone who buys a Battlefield game for its singleplayer is asking for too much. The multiplayer in the game makds MW2 look utterly dated and tame. Teamwork is what makes online gaming so enjoyable, its the sense of comradeship, a sense of leadership, co-operation and a shared challenge that satisfys us. BC2 is made of these ingredients. It is fertile with drama and possibility. MW2 is a game from 5 years ago, its mindless. BC2 has combined the best elements of MW2 (weapons, pace) with what we expect from a modern game ie, (Scope, freedom, stratergy, teamwork, satisfaction). Im blown away by this game. Three truley incredible achievements of BC2: The sound design. The best I have ever witnessed. The Destructable scenery. Staggering and unique. Its not as detailed as crysis in this respect but it does it so well. The graphics engine. It gives you so much and asks so little in return. Like hitman blood money. CONS: Major Lack of communication abilities for people with no mics. Q and T buttons gone ( were great in BF2). No Prone. Such a great feature of previous titles. Where are the jets?… Expand
  18. TomJ
    Apr 2, 2010
    10
    nikko!! you MORON!! MW2 runs at 600p! But anyway gave this game a 10 as it is ultimate fun! wont compare it to MW2 as ive played the hell out of that game and find it boring with its terrible maps. Bad company 2 has the best multiplayer experience out there, with great vehicles, game modes and weapons. Maps are very good and are suited to people who like to snipe or run and gun. If you nikko!! you MORON!! MW2 runs at 600p! But anyway gave this game a 10 as it is ultimate fun! wont compare it to MW2 as ive played the hell out of that game and find it boring with its terrible maps. Bad company 2 has the best multiplayer experience out there, with great vehicles, game modes and weapons. Maps are very good and are suited to people who like to snipe or run and gun. If you havent played this game and are struggling for money, i suggest you trade in MW2.… Expand
  19. GeorgeP
    Mar 11, 2010
    10
    I just finished this game and its absolutely amazing. I haven't played online yet, but the single player campaign is amazing. It reminded me on CODMW2, though the story wasn't quite as good as that one. The cliffhanger ending was pretty awesome too, def leaving it open to another game, though again, the cliffhanger not as good as MW2. My only criticism is the tank mission, which I just finished this game and its absolutely amazing. I haven't played online yet, but the single player campaign is amazing. It reminded me on CODMW2, though the story wasn't quite as good as that one. The cliffhanger ending was pretty awesome too, def leaving it open to another game, though again, the cliffhanger not as good as MW2. My only criticism is the tank mission, which become very annoying, the few glitches, particularly on the plane at the end, and the fact that the cliffhanger ending of the first one was completely ignored. However, the campaign was still amazing and highly addictive as the best games are. 10/10.… Expand
  20. JonathanW
    Mar 13, 2010
    9
    If i could i would give this a 9.5. This game was great. You really can't compare MW2 and BC2. They are 2 totally different games. BC2 you will like if you like big explosions and lots of gunfire. You'll like call of duty if you like action and lots of gunfire. BC2 was a great game. the campaign was good but what really set a high standard was the outstanding multiplayer. If you If i could i would give this a 9.5. This game was great. You really can't compare MW2 and BC2. They are 2 totally different games. BC2 you will like if you like big explosions and lots of gunfire. You'll like call of duty if you like action and lots of gunfire. BC2 was a great game. the campaign was good but what really set a high standard was the outstanding multiplayer. If you are in trouble in the multiplayer and you are in a squad, you can tell you squadmates to come and help you and you can overpower those 2 or 3 enemies that were before pinning you down. Everything was done right except for some issues that are hardly noticeable. one problem i had though is that after the first mission, the cutscence screwed up and i had to wait for the glitchy cutscene to god 2x slower and then it was back to normal. i actually didn't notice that until after i restarted the game 2 more times. But that is one of the few issues that i have ever had with this game.… Expand
  21. ChicoM
    Mar 2, 2010
    10
    For me this game deserves a 9.5. This games has an amazing multiplayer, playing tactically with your squad/friends this game is really fun. Very good graphics, destructible environment, great variety of vehicles.
  22. WillM
    Mar 28, 2010
    10
    I would give it 9.5/10 because it's much better than any other multiplayer shooter on consoles right now, but it is a huge drag that combat is limited to 12v12. BF2 was released in 2005 and it supported 32v32.... why the step backwards? 4 man squads are too small, I have at least 9 or 10 other friends that play this game religiously, and I have to choose only a couple to play with I would give it 9.5/10 because it's much better than any other multiplayer shooter on consoles right now, but it is a huge drag that combat is limited to 12v12. BF2 was released in 2005 and it supported 32v32.... why the step backwards? 4 man squads are too small, I have at least 9 or 10 other friends that play this game religiously, and I have to choose only a couple to play with each time. I guess I have to wait for BF3. Please remember that this is BFBC2 or BC2, NOT BF2, which is a different game made by DICE.… Expand
  23. RogerM
    Mar 3, 2010
    10
    Outstanding job EA, Modern Warefare has become gay, everyone is a ninja. Nobody fires their weapons in codmw2 anymore all they do if use their knife. Was good not it's garbage. Everything about bfbc2 "multiplayer" is better than anything mw2 has to offer. EA has set the new standard of how a "multiplayer" game should be made.
  24. TonyM
    Mar 3, 2010
    10
    Rented and played MW2 before buying BF2. BF2 has better controls and squad play is done better than MW2. BF2 also has a nice variety of vehicles.Although the kill cam in MW2 is better than BF2's post death view of your killer. MW2 is a great game but BF2 trumps it in almost all categories.
  25. incredible
    Apr 2, 2010
    10
    Fantastic. fantastic game. the online part is something close to perfection! great maps (very huge), lots of vehicles and destruction all over! BC2 aims for realism, while MW2 is a simply arcade game when you run here and there shooting to everything that moves (no brain requested). If you are searching for the best online war, you have found your game.
  26. PatrickR
    Apr 21, 2010
    10
    I have played every Battlefield game made other than 2142 and this one is top notch. The destruction engine makes the game different every time its played in multiplayer. If you play with some friends and actually use the mics to talk and work as a squad you can destroy a team that has a bunch of lone wolfs on it. That is the reason I believe the multiplayer is better than MW2's I have played every Battlefield game made other than 2142 and this one is top notch. The destruction engine makes the game different every time its played in multiplayer. If you play with some friends and actually use the mics to talk and work as a squad you can destroy a team that has a bunch of lone wolfs on it. That is the reason I believe the multiplayer is better than MW2's multiplayer. Single player is alright but their is a reason that the original bad company was the first Dice BF game with a single player campaign. Review sites always gave low scores if the game didn't have a single player campaign. BF 1942, BF Vietnam, BF 2, BF 1943 all multiplayer only. And those that think BF BC2 copied MW2 get with the program because BF is one of the oldest warfare games out their. BF 1942 came out in 2002 with 32 player MP Online with Huge maps and vehicles and class's. Call of Duty (First one) came out a year later and had no multiplayer. The same people that claim BC2 copied Mw2 are the same people that think the first multiplayer FPS game was BOND for the nintendo64 (Console Noobs). Ive played both BC2 and MW2 and MW2 is more like counterstrike and battlefield is like.... well Battlefield. Nice Job DICE.… Expand
  27. ChuckNorris
    Apr 3, 2010
    10
    When I first played the BFBC2 beta that came out in November for the PS3 I wasn't that impressed because I was so into MW2 that just came out earlier that month. After I lent my buddy MW2 I decided to give beta a chance. It took me a while to like it, but it was well worth it. After a while I preferred to play the simple beta over MW2. The sense of teamwork is all there. If you When I first played the BFBC2 beta that came out in November for the PS3 I wasn't that impressed because I was so into MW2 that just came out earlier that month. After I lent my buddy MW2 I decided to give beta a chance. It took me a while to like it, but it was well worth it. After a while I preferred to play the simple beta over MW2. The sense of teamwork is all there. If you don't work together you will lose. With MW2 it's all aimless killing to get killstreaks and almost every time you spawn in a small map you will die. And graphics are so much better in BFBC2. It's 720p native resolution is amazing. MW2 has a resolution that I have never heard of, 600p native! They did that to improve frames per second. They just upscale the resolution to 1080p which does nothing! Almost every game can upscale to 1080p and no game has 1080p native resolution until GT5 comes out. To add to BFBC2. DESTRUCTIBLE ENVIRONMENT!! It's just awesome. The guns are great too. The sound that the guns make in the game are actual sound that the guns make in real life and when jumping your gun jumps along with you. Gravity on the bullets is an upside and bullet detection is great too. Over all, BFBC2 is more of a PS3 game like Killzone 2 and MW2 is more of a XBOX 360 game. MW2 is more of an arcade game. So those people who are obsessed with MW2, please give it a shot.… Expand
  28. DanC
    Apr 5, 2010
    10
    MW2 fans think this game sucks, but they have no idea. They get sucked up into there little worlds and only play and enjoy MW2. I will. say the first one was okay at best, but BF2 and and other BF games are amazing, so I tired this one. Its fun and great, my brother unlocked everything. For years people have said that their game was "halo killer", but this truely is a MW killer. @ Nikko MW2 fans think this game sucks, but they have no idea. They get sucked up into there little worlds and only play and enjoy MW2. I will. say the first one was okay at best, but BF2 and and other BF games are amazing, so I tired this one. Its fun and great, my brother unlocked everything. For years people have said that their game was "halo killer", but this truely is a MW killer. @ Nikko C. This game craps all over MW2. (I hate fan boys).… Expand
  29. lucash
    Apr 9, 2010
    9
    This is a really solid game, my favorite competitive online game since cod4. I have quite a few complaints about the single player, but since i am not going to finish it, i wont voice them. However, the multiplayer is a blast. It offers a nice change of pace for those who got sick of campers in MW2. I say rent it to see if you like it and then go out and buy it if you do.
  30. MikeS.
    Apr 17, 2010
    8
    Picking Up on Nikko C.'s 'review' (and I use the term loosely); Overated?! Look at Modern Warfare And Just think. That is one of the most over-hyped games of this generation, and when it comes down to it, is just another sub-standard shooter. As far as I'm concerned, the graphics in a game shouldn't matter at all unless they're completely game-breaking, and Picking Up on Nikko C.'s 'review' (and I use the term loosely); Overated?! Look at Modern Warfare And Just think. That is one of the most over-hyped games of this generation, and when it comes down to it, is just another sub-standard shooter. As far as I'm concerned, the graphics in a game shouldn't matter at all unless they're completely game-breaking, and BC2's graphics are far from it. There's a load of detail in the environments, on the weapons, vehicles and explosions etc. and whilst it may not look as good as MW2, It doesn't make any real difference. You picked up on the fact that the gameplay is occasionally rather chaotic. And that's because you obviously have no idea how to work as a squad or a team (the squad system is implemented extremely well into BC2) if you manage to get a balanced team that uses classes effectively, which isn't hard, then you'll probably find the gameplay to be more tactical, more fluid and generally more enjoyable than that of Modern Warfare. And besides, it's when the game is chaotic that it's most fun. If you're going to look at the gameplay as pointless, then isn't absolutely every game pointless? And hey, Rush and Conquest modes have a load more "point" that the standard deathmatches that have become the most usual in most FPSes. The maps are designed with team based gameplay in mind and are extremely varied and well balanced, with plenty of destructible cover, such as houses and dense forest. Every map has been designed with care and attention to how players will work. For example, there are plenty of posts where a sniper can wait, while there are hidden spots nearby for Shotgunners nearby, so that they can defend and depend upon the sniper. As I said, they are designed with teamplay in mind, Not rampaging about by yourself. Vehicles are light and bouncy, and rocketing around the maps in an ATV or blasting holes in buildings with a Tank helps to give your team the edge and is very fun. The controls work very well as long as you aren't an imbecile and Vehicles are very well balanced. Tanks aren't too hard to destroy if you !Work As A Team! and use the class system well enough. The controls are mostly like any other FPS on the market, and if you can't get used to the configurations, it's quite frankly your fault, not the game's. Within 2 minutes of the first mission you already know the controls and within 5 minutes you're able to use them effectively. Sound is used incredibly well, with a nice soundtrack and decent voice acting. While you're fighting through the battlefields, you can hear soldiers shouting and shooting. Guns, grenades, explosions all sound realistic and are well recorded. Weapons are the same as in most shooters generally, with each class having their own unique weapons (Recon has Snipers, Assault has Light Machine guns) and there are weapons that can be used by every calss (Such as shotguns). So nothing to compain about. The online upgrades system is quite simple really, you level up by doing well in games and subsequently unlock upgrades for whichever class(es) you used throughout the game. Finding the enemy is also rather simple, providing you have eyes. Your teamates can also "Spot" the enemies by hitting a button whilst they're looking at them, which marks them on your radar and shows their location on your screen. You ended your review with "Trust Me." But I don't know how in Hell's name anyone can trust you when you only played the game for 3 small hours. I don't think that unless you've completed the campaign and spent a good few hours online that you are in any position to review a game properly. Rant Over. It's a good game, Worthy contender to MW2, Maybe even surpasses it. Compare it to MW2 Yourself, But if you're a bloody CoD fanboy, keep your biased opinions to yourself.… Expand
  31. ArkonBlade
    Jul 21, 2011
    8
    played the first battle field bad company and thought it was ok but nothing really impressed me to much about it . the second one is a improvement . the single player feels alittle bit better but not by alot . i think dice could do a much better job with the destructable enviroments especially when you look at red faction . the graphics are pretty decent and the story mode is kindaplayed the first battle field bad company and thought it was ok but nothing really impressed me to much about it . the second one is a improvement . the single player feels alittle bit better but not by alot . i think dice could do a much better job with the destructable enviroments especially when you look at red faction . the graphics are pretty decent and the story mode is kinda intresting . could use a online co -op though for sure would have made it alot more fun. after beating the story mode once probubly never play it again. the online is the best part of the game . all kinds of vehicles to drive , different classes you can play and level up (leveling them up though is very very slow) , 4 player sqauds help with team work if by any miracle you find some one who uses a mic. down side would be not alot of map varity im not sure how many maps the game has through all game modes but doesnt seem like alot . also even though some of the game modes are cool there is not alot of them . over all though it was a pretty fun online game that kept me busy for a few weeks .… Expand
  32. ChuckWoolery
    Mar 8, 2011
    10
    This is STILL one of my favorite games for the PS3. MW2 is fun in its own respect as a twitch shooter and a nice perks system, but cheating is rampant and I can't stand children whining and camping. But BFBC2 is better in sound design, pace and overall multiplayer. Unlike other shooters, the battlefield is wide open allowing you to utilize a bigger area to flank your enemy, sneak orThis is STILL one of my favorite games for the PS3. MW2 is fun in its own respect as a twitch shooter and a nice perks system, but cheating is rampant and I can't stand children whining and camping. But BFBC2 is better in sound design, pace and overall multiplayer. Unlike other shooters, the battlefield is wide open allowing you to utilize a bigger area to flank your enemy, sneak or drive a tank down his throat. There are some annoyances like spawning on top of your squad mate which is often cheap but there is a 5 second delay between spawns as in Uncharted 2. Buy this game for the multiplayer portion although SP is better than most.… Expand
  33. Moviebuffreview
    Jan 22, 2011
    9
    Bad Company 2 may not have as good of a campaign as other shooters, though the likable characters and fun locals make the campaign a blast for the 8 hours it lasts. The real star is the team based multiplayer that is balanced, fun, and has great DLC. Bad Company 2 is one of the best shooters of 2010! Don't miss it!
  34. Notorious
    Jan 25, 2011
    10
    Battlefield: Bad Company 2 is a fantastic game. The single player campaign couldn't be classed as challenging and it is a bit short, but that is to be expected with the Battlefield games. The game's script is superb and the story is interesting. Yet again, the graphics are top notch. As with all Battlefield games, it's all about the online Multiplayer. Dice have given us huge maps that canBattlefield: Bad Company 2 is a fantastic game. The single player campaign couldn't be classed as challenging and it is a bit short, but that is to be expected with the Battlefield games. The game's script is superb and the story is interesting. Yet again, the graphics are top notch. As with all Battlefield games, it's all about the online Multiplayer. Dice have given us huge maps that can be used with three main game modes: Conquest (capture and hold the flag), Rush (attack/defend style game) and plain old team deathmatch. Certain game types allow for vehicles to be used, which really add to all the action. Your character's load-out depends on which class you pick and each class has its own strengths and weakness' -- no class can do everything. This, for me, is one of the best aspects of BFBC2; you need to work as a team in order to come out of a match victorious. Need a tank taken out? You're not going to manage that one as a medic. If you're looking for a fast-paced, run and gun style game then Battlefield is not for you.… Expand
  35. Evil_Deej
    Feb 2, 2011
    9
    I had my 1st experience with this game about 2 months ago, rented it from Blockbuster, right before Black Ops came out. I'd only spent about 5 hours or so with the game, and wqs frustrated at first at the difference in gameplay presented as opposed to anything I've experienced in the CoD franchise. BC2 is definitely geared toward the more tactics oriented crowd, though in my multiplayerI had my 1st experience with this game about 2 months ago, rented it from Blockbuster, right before Black Ops came out. I'd only spent about 5 hours or so with the game, and wqs frustrated at first at the difference in gameplay presented as opposed to anything I've experienced in the CoD franchise. BC2 is definitely geared toward the more tactics oriented crowd, though in my multiplayer experience I didn't find too many instances of people working together towards a common goal. HOWEVER.....
    after a 2 month hiatus, I got REALLY tired of Black Ops, and now MW 2 is unplayable because of hackers. So, I purchased BFBC 2 from Amazon today and am fully expecting to immerse myself in the experience this time and OWN it. I'd recommend BC 2 to anyone tired of Activision's b.s.    … Expand
  36. Dorby5826and360
    May 5, 2011
    9
    Battlefield Bad Company 2 has some of the best multiplayer of any game within the last generation. When firing a weapon on BF:BC2 the weapons feel like they have weight to them. Compared to CoD where the weapons have barely any recoil and and are to accurate for real weapons. Damage on BF:BC2 is also more realistic than most shooters on the market. When firing at an enemy it will onlyBattlefield Bad Company 2 has some of the best multiplayer of any game within the last generation. When firing a weapon on BF:BC2 the weapons feel like they have weight to them. Compared to CoD where the weapons have barely any recoil and and are to accurate for real weapons. Damage on BF:BC2 is also more realistic than most shooters on the market. When firing at an enemy it will only take a couple bullets to take them down, so you do not have the problem where you are shooting someone and all of a sudden they turn around and kill you with a shotgun blast. Another advantage that this game has over CoD is that there are tanks and and hum-Vs to drive. Maps on BF:BC2 are larger than any shooter out. BC2 also has destructible building and enviroments, which is helpful against campers. Camping is a huge issue in the CoD series, but BC2 discourages camping. For instance if an enemy is hide behind a window of a house and is not going anywhere else the player can just get into a safe area and fire a grenade launcher at the wall and it will destroy the wall and most likely that enemy behind it. BC2 is a great shooter for people who are tired of the arcadish feel of CoD and all the other copycats.… Expand
  37. kublay0880
    Dec 6, 2012
    5
    Being fair I have to say that I did spend a few hours of lots of fun playing BC2, I'm not a hater like other critics but I must agree with some of their commentaries, the graphics are not the best, there's just no way to use any stealth tactics, any member of your squad can't die only you, the maps are to linear, and personally I think that in any FPS should the killed enemies bodiesBeing fair I have to say that I did spend a few hours of lots of fun playing BC2, I'm not a hater like other critics but I must agree with some of their commentaries, the graphics are not the best, there's just no way to use any stealth tactics, any member of your squad can't die only you, the maps are to linear, and personally I think that in any FPS should the killed enemies bodies disappear, the radar it's not good at all, and even thought I liked the story it's very predictable. So if you are looking to spent some time destroying buildings as I did this game may help you, but if you are looking for a hardcore next gen FPS with realistic characters and tactics, you might want to look somewhere else on the market there are far more better games than this one with those features.… Expand
  38. ERB
    Feb 9, 2014
    10
    Before I say that this game is awesome let us talk about the single player okay because to say at least the single player campaign is a Disaster.The story in this game is not memorable and likable and it is also stupid.Sure the graphics in this game is beautiful and the game effects is great but this is not excuse for a bad single player campaign.But the game play is awesome more thanBefore I say that this game is awesome let us talk about the single player okay because to say at least the single player campaign is a Disaster.The story in this game is not memorable and likable and it is also stupid.Sure the graphics in this game is beautiful and the game effects is great but this is not excuse for a bad single player campaign.But the game play is awesome more than awesome it is better than any first person shooter game I have ever played may be this game play is even the best ever.And put the game play in the multiplayer and it is awesome.The multiplayer is great and addicting and there is no more glitches and lags so that is why the multiplayer is the best.Because of the multiplayer it has save the game from getting a low score so this game gets a final verdict of 10/10.This game is recommended for you to buy and I guarantee you guys who will buy this game that you wil have a fun time with this game.… Expand
  39. TheSnitchfather
    Sep 9, 2020
    10
    10/10
    I remember playing this back in 2010 on the 360, though I will be rating the PS3 version, since it's the most recent version I have played, and guess what, it's exactly the same lmao.
    This game is ridiculous for the time it was released in, very nice graphics, kinda decent story, then again I don't remember it too well. Weapon selection is top, especially because the added the XM8,    10/10
    I remember playing this back in 2010 on the 360, though I will be rating the PS3 version, since it's the most recent version I have played, and guess what, it's exactly the same lmao.
    This game is ridiculous for the time it was released in, very nice graphics, kinda decent story, then again I don't remember it too well. Weapon selection is top, especially because the added the XM8, which is my favourite modern Assault Rifle. The only weird thing that comes to mind is that somehow a lot of games from 2007-2010 had that permanently blurred effect or filter, which is really odd. I mean SR2, SoF Payback, MoH 2010, BFBC2, Rainbow Six Vegas, RBS Vegas 2 etc. odd as all hell, but no points taken off for that since it seemed to be a common thing back then.    … Expand
  40. HoneyChicken
    Aug 12, 2010
    10
    An incredible game to say the least. The Single Player Campaign is the best in its class and the Multiplayer has some of those epic 'Battlefield' moments. And, the way that you can customize your 'classes' in a multiplayer game is much better than those of Call of Duty. It is definitely a better game than the first Bad Company and is worth the purchase. I could not disagree more withAn incredible game to say the least. The Single Player Campaign is the best in its class and the Multiplayer has some of those epic 'Battlefield' moments. And, the way that you can customize your 'classes' in a multiplayer game is much better than those of Call of Duty. It is definitely a better game than the first Bad Company and is worth the purchase. I could not disagree more with JohnD, as if one side has something such as a helicopter it can get frustrating getting killed over and over but it puts you into a hard situation that YOU have to deal with. Also, if you level up or unlock something in-game you get to change and use it, in-game. For a basic summary, best in it's class and I have played EVERY Battlefield game to date. This is incredible.… Expand
  41. MrHannigan
    Jun 15, 2012
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Recently I decided to play Battlefield: Bad Company 2 again due to the lack of retail games being released. The game begins in October 1944 with a group of US Commandos trying to take a Japanese Naval Base during "Operation Aurora". During this Operation, the commandos capture a Japanese Scientist who tries to tell them to leave the island as soon as possible because of a project known as "Black Weapon". While leaving the island, the commandos were too late and the "Black Weapon" is activated which creates a tsunami and kills the commando group. The story is then taken to the present day were a group of U.S Soldiers are told to secure a device like the "Black Weapon" in Russia. Having done everything they needed to get the device, it is later found out that it was a fake. Due to the successful mission in Russia, General Braidwood tells the group that are now enlisted into a special force and is told to find Agent James Aguire. The squad go to Bolivia in search of Aguire which eventually leds to many firefights with the locals. The group are able to find Aguire and find out that they can retrieve his intelligence on these types of weapons from a French satellite that is being controlled in a base in the Andes. The group land the satellite and have to stop a Russian Army how are after the intelligence so that they can destroy it. When the group bring back the intelligence to Aguire; he tells them that the person behind making these weapons is a Russian Colonel known as Arkady Kirilenko (the same man that the group tried to eliminate in Russia). Kirilenko's plan is to try and wipe out the American Power Grid using these weapons so that the Russian Army can invade the USA. The group are told that Kirilenko is hiding out in Chile which leds to them and the U.S Forces hunting him down. The group eventually find him but Kirilenko is able to escape again. The group find intel on where Kirilenko maybe heading to next. The group believe that he was of to find an abandoned ship known as "Sangre Del Toro". The group move out and find the ship which contains the key ingredient in making these weapons. The group also find out more about what happened during "Operation Aurora". The Operation was a suicide mission so that the U.S Army were able to see the capability of the "Black Weapon". While trying to get to compound to Aguire for analysis, the groups helicopter is shot down which leaves them split up. The group eventually regroup with one another and escape from the local militia. Giving the compound to Aguire, the group find out that Aguire is a double-agent and wants revenge for what happened to his father - one of the commandos involved in Operation Aurora. However Kirilenko betrays Aguire and kills him. Kirilenko tries to kill the group but they are saved by their helicopter pilot who evetually dies due to his wounds. They eventually head through the city of Quinto were it is believed that Kirilenko's Black Weapon is being held. The group find out that it is being held on a large cargo plane as it is activated showing the group its true power. The group then smuggle themselves on to the cargo plane, they find that Kirilenko is trying to activate the weapon above Southern United States until the group blow up the weapon and the plane. While bailing out of the plane, Kirilenko steals the last parachute. While in free fall, Kirilenko is killed and the remaining parachute is handed to you by one of the group. The group believe that all their hard work did something until the General turns up to tell them that they will be helping to fight of the Russian Army as it has just moved through Alaska and Canada.

    Positives I liked how you played in WW2 and the modern era
    I very much enjoyed the multiplayer
    I liked the idea of collecting people's dog tags after getting a knife kill on multiplayer

    Negatives
    It is far to easy to get sniping kills in the story and on multiplayer
    The story is one which has been used many times and after playing it once, the second time round was very boring
    It is too easy to get kills on multiplayer when using vehicles

    Rating
    I would have to rate Battlefield: Bad Company 2 a 4 out of 10    … Expand
  42. JerryJ.
    Mar 11, 2010
    6
    The campaign was decent, nothing too great. Everybody told me that the multiplayer was awesome, and extremely addictive. But it is not as good as people make it out to be. The multiplayer aspect seems as they rushed in making it and did not think out things. Such as how you can choose where you want to spawn, considering that my teammate has 3 guys in front of him that he is flanking. I The campaign was decent, nothing too great. Everybody told me that the multiplayer was awesome, and extremely addictive. But it is not as good as people make it out to be. The multiplayer aspect seems as they rushed in making it and did not think out things. Such as how you can choose where you want to spawn, considering that my teammate has 3 guys in front of him that he is flanking. I can spawn off of him and help him get the kills. Or I can kill an enemy and then his teammates some how miraculously spawn from him and kill me. It is full of campers sniping everywhere, and it is pointless to go out because more than likely you will be killed from behind you. Caused by the random spawning. It is a decent game, but not that great.… Expand
  43. RobertC
    Mar 31, 2010
    4
    what a pile of crap...this is everything that could have gone wrong in an FPS and more. I have never been more upset about spending $60 on something like this. Truly and unmistakably the work of an inferior developer known as DICE. WHAT A FAIL.
  44. PaulA
    Mar 31, 2010
    2
    People are actually comparing this to MW2? Are you insane? This is like Rogue Warrior with online... the gameplay is stupid and cheap, graphics are sub-par and the single player makes this package look weak and relentlessly boring...no tactics or skills are required for this foolish hurried mess made by DICE. The only skill associated with this game is not buying it at all at Gamestop or People are actually comparing this to MW2? Are you insane? This is like Rogue Warrior with online... the gameplay is stupid and cheap, graphics are sub-par and the single player makes this package look weak and relentlessly boring...no tactics or skills are required for this foolish hurried mess made by DICE. The only skill associated with this game is not buying it at all at Gamestop or anywhere else. Their are plenty of other games out now with all the assets and none of the crap that BC2 seems to be the breeding ground for. I hope for the sake of the gaming industry, this garbage will not have a sequel...but then again it can't really get any worse than this.… Expand
  45. JohnD
    Mar 26, 2010
    1
    ??? What an appallingly overrated load of garbage!! I read the good reviews... I hired it out (along with MW2, which I have played a thousand times).for SEVEN days... and played it twice for maybe three hours all up... It was skin-crawlingly lame and I just returned to the far-superior MW2.... BC2 has muddy, crappy, 720p-max graphics; chaotic, pointless gameplay... which only a retarded ??? What an appallingly overrated load of garbage!! I read the good reviews... I hired it out (along with MW2, which I have played a thousand times).for SEVEN days... and played it twice for maybe three hours all up... It was skin-crawlingly lame and I just returned to the far-superior MW2.... BC2 has muddy, crappy, 720p-max graphics; chaotic, pointless gameplay... which only a retarded run n gun scum could possibly like.... the maps are unfollowable.... the vehicles uncontrollable and, it would seem, indestructible to you but not if you get in it - yay!!..... the controls stupid in any and all variation(s) it makes from MW2 - seemingly only b/c MW2 has used them IN EVERY CASE (melee, crouch etc).... you know why MW2 used their configurations DICE? Cos they are better. Sound seems dead and empty... like a permanent frag has gone off.... Weapons lame... how the upgrades work is not remotely followable so there is no sense of working towards anything like MW2's perks and unlocks and so forth... Quite how anyone could give this craptatsic game a review score above four out of ten is totally beyond me. Overrated, boring, frustrating and ugly. Finding the enemy is always a complete fluke, if can find them at all and I rarely saw the person who killed me... just a stupid game. MW2 craps all over it. Trust me.… Expand
  46. JohnD
    Apr 13, 2010
    0
    ??? What an appallingly overrated load of garbage!! I read the good reviews... I hired it out (along with MW2, which I have played a thousand times).for SEVEN days... and played it twice for maybe three hours all up... It was skin-crawlingly lame and I just returned to the far-superior MW2.... BC2 has muddy, crappy, 720p-max graphics; chaotic, pointless gameplay... which only a retarded ??? What an appallingly overrated load of garbage!! I read the good reviews... I hired it out (along with MW2, which I have played a thousand times).for SEVEN days... and played it twice for maybe three hours all up... It was skin-crawlingly lame and I just returned to the far-superior MW2.... BC2 has muddy, crappy, 720p-max graphics; chaotic, pointless gameplay... which only a retarded run n gun scum could possibly like.... the maps are unfollowable.... the vehicles uncontrollable and, it would seem, indestructible to you but not if you get in it - yay!!..... the controls stupid in any and all variation(s) it makes from MW2 - seemingly only b/c MW2 has used them IN EVERY CASE (melee, crouch etc).... you know why MW2 used their configurations DICE? Cos they are better. Sound seems dead and empty... like a permanent frag has gone off.... Weapons lame... how the upgrades work is not remotely followable so there is no sense of working towards anything like MW2's perks and unlocks and so forth... Quite how anyone could give this craptatsic game a review score above four out of ten is totally beyond me. Overrated, boring, frustrating and ugly. Finding the enemy is always a complete fluke, if can find them at all and I rarely saw the person who killed me... just a stupid game. MW2 craps all over it. Trust me.… Expand
  47. CmdrSoCal
    Nov 9, 2010
    4
    this game is more EA fail than it is battlefield/dice imo. the maps suck, the weapons suck, the multiplayer balancing sucks. there is an auto aim feature in both hardcore and softcore mode. it literally aims the guns for noobs. i thought the purpose of shooters was to aim and shoot the other players? this game does it for you. mortars, snipers and mines are no skill noobtube weapons thatthis game is more EA fail than it is battlefield/dice imo. the maps suck, the weapons suck, the multiplayer balancing sucks. there is an auto aim feature in both hardcore and softcore mode. it literally aims the guns for noobs. i thought the purpose of shooters was to aim and shoot the other players? this game does it for you. mortars, snipers and mines are no skill noobtube weapons that noobs will spamm at you like crazy. i can go on all day. this game is made by noobs for noobs. good gamers will sicken of it quickly due to the absence of quality. if you want to play a battlefield game try 1943. its only 15$ and is a far superior product.… Expand
  48. B-Knock
    Nov 9, 2010
    10
    This game is fantastic and one of the greatest FPS i have every played. The game physics are incredible and close to being realistic. The game destruction makes the game epic and intensifies the game experience. The single player campaign, is fun, although a little weak. The characters are not very interesting and the humor is not very funny. DICE could improve in this area. TheThis game is fantastic and one of the greatest FPS i have every played. The game physics are incredible and close to being realistic. The game destruction makes the game epic and intensifies the game experience. The single player campaign, is fun, although a little weak. The characters are not very interesting and the humor is not very funny. DICE could improve in this area. The multi-player is where the game really shines. Undoubtedly the greatest multi-player shooter on the planet. The frostbite engine is the future of game engines. This game really set's the standard for future FPS and should not in anyway be compared to the Call of Duty games, as this is a superior game in every way. Look forward to Battlefield Bad Company 3 as you will not be disappointed with that game.… Expand
  49. RezzaDee
    Jul 27, 2011
    6
    Ok late review, I had this game on release didn't like it that much tbh, I just got it again and I'm loving it. Single player is still rubbish but online is good. Only let down is that while I prefer this to CoD, this is the camping game of the two. CoD has more noob players but this is a pure campfest! However it's a shame 1943 beats this by a clear mile. As that's an arcade game
  50. FordManiac76
    Jan 14, 2011
    5
    Just received the game for X-mas. I am a long time gamer since the start of gaming, seen it all. Played a bit of the campaign but mostly on X-box live. Lets start with the graphics that everybody is saying so great. My TV is 53" 6 year old HD projection (witch weren't that great to start with) so the graphics look like sh** and I have trouble seeing enemies and tanks even close up someJust received the game for X-mas. I am a long time gamer since the start of gaming, seen it all. Played a bit of the campaign but mostly on X-box live. Lets start with the graphics that everybody is saying so great. My TV is 53" 6 year old HD projection (witch weren't that great to start with) so the graphics look like sh** and I have trouble seeing enemies and tanks even close up some times, you have to look for motion for something to stand out. Especially with all the constant smoke and dust obscuring visibility. You shoot an enemy up and a cloud of smoke obstructs further aiming. Not knowing where your enemies are is very realistic but it seems like most of the times you die you never see it coming, sometime the radar will light up enemies when they are shooting at you but allot of times it doesn't which is very frustrating because you can't rely on it. They are trying to take 3D life where you have your 6 senses working 360 degrees and peripheral vision - and then translate it to 2D which doesn't work. They have to give you alternate senses to rely on to replace the ones lost. Allot of times it ends up being just a free fraul off killing and deaths unless you are on a drastically winning team or are on a private chat with 3 other friends to coordinate attacks and expose enemies by sacrificing your own. The ability to respawn on your own personal and bases makes dying only a minor inconvenience adding to the free fraul. In conquest respawning only at home base would solve this plus being made to take bases in order and the game ending when you posses all the bases would eliminate the craziness and late game home base blood baths creating a straight forward goal based battle. The next biggest frustration with the game is getting stuck on you surroundings either waking or driving. When walking anything over 6 inches tall (step height) stops you dead forcing you to jump as well as hills you think you should be able to climb up stop you and you sit there jumping like an idiot trying to get up. You will end up pulling your hair out because of this. When driving a tank you get stuck on almost everything. There is not much that can stop a tank in real life but when you get stuck on a wooden fence or building it's frustrating. Some things come down easy an others do not - very frustrating You should be able to flatten the grass/bamboo/tin huts in the Vietnam version without even slowing down. Some will break with effort but by then you are dead from enemy fire that you can't locate it's origin . Next is the weapons capabilities, as you build rand they give you more weapons not necessarily better ones. As you scroll thought the list of weapons you can't compare them directly, you find two you like at opposite ends of the list and by the time you scroll from one to the other you can't hardly remember where the bar was - to solve this give the power / accuracy / range bars a numerical value. As well the ability to only use one spec in each of the three spec columns is a piss off. You put hundreds of hours into the game to earn this stuff and only get to use 3. They make you choose between armor or ammo, targeting systems or speedy reloading ect............................It feels like all the time and progress is futile. You should be able to use them all, you put the time in you reap the benefits. If it gives you to much of an advantage make them harder to get or set up games where your entrance depends on ability. Low rank players play with other low rankers ect... Another thing that is frustrating is the aiming ability, whenever you hit the button it seems like I am always pointing at the enemies feet. If you set the sensitivity low it moves to slow and you end up dead, too fast and you over shoot the target every time, I can't seem to find a happy middle ground. Always liked some sort of mild auto aiming. Lastly the gun sights projected out in front of you whether walking or driving are either white or lighted red or blue. The white being the worst, you have a hard time seeing them especially when going though like back ground colours or smoke. Half the time you can't tell where you are aiming. The 4x red dot scope is a great spec but you have to pass up other good specs to use it. I should have waited for version 3. I hope they address all the problems with #2 and fire all their testers and hire some that know what they are doing and have some balls to say that the game isn't ready yet!â… Expand
  51. SlyCooper38
    Apr 27, 2011
    0
    this game is so terrible. it focuses on realism way to much and forgets the fun. the story is shot and is way to predictable. the mutiplayer is full of sever problems and is very lacking in game modes.
  52. undeadmixtape
    Feb 5, 2012
    3
    Pense que era una apuesta seria a contendiente de COD MW, pero al percatarme que ellos trataban de ser la competencia desde ahi radica el fallo, seria mejor partir de elementos propios para poder destacar, pero en verdad no paraba de comparar ambos titulos y siempre decir :"En COD si se puede hincar, si puedo apuntar mejor, me esconderia mejor, la accion es muy cortada, se ve muy falso esePense que era una apuesta seria a contendiente de COD MW, pero al percatarme que ellos trataban de ser la competencia desde ahi radica el fallo, seria mejor partir de elementos propios para poder destacar, pero en verdad no paraba de comparar ambos titulos y siempre decir :"En COD si se puede hincar, si puedo apuntar mejor, me esconderia mejor, la accion es muy cortada, se ve muy falso ese edificio cayendose, etc", prefiero la saga COD y no soy fanboy de la franquicia ya que los shooters no son mi nicho de juegos, pero si me pones a elegir seguro los Battlefield no serian mi opcion… Expand
  53. mumbles
    Jul 21, 2012
    10
    Seriously the only game (next to Battlefield 3) that has nearly put up permanent residence in my disc drive on my PS3. It's single player campaign, in many ways, is superior to Battlefield 3--particularly because of the story and the mixing of humour. The serious tone of Battlefield 3 kind of got to me and the story wasn't nearly as fun as this. The multiplayer is the real reason it rarelySeriously the only game (next to Battlefield 3) that has nearly put up permanent residence in my disc drive on my PS3. It's single player campaign, in many ways, is superior to Battlefield 3--particularly because of the story and the mixing of humour. The serious tone of Battlefield 3 kind of got to me and the story wasn't nearly as fun as this. The multiplayer is the real reason it rarely left my drive. It was fan-freakin'-tastic (with some small flaws like spawn-killing) and I couldn't get enough. Big props also for the sound in the Battlefield games because they're the most realistic sound effects you will hear! I'm looking forward to Bad Company 3--and PLEASE, DICE: include that damn battle recorder!… Expand
  54. chrisd19844
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    This game is quite the experience. I went in thinking "oh look another call of duty game" but it's actually much better than any COD I've played. The graphics are stellar, the characters are immediately likeable, and the sound effects and weapons design are top notch. The only downside is that the single player mode is a little short, but on the other hand this is by far the bestThis game is quite the experience. I went in thinking "oh look another call of duty game" but it's actually much better than any COD I've played. The graphics are stellar, the characters are immediately likeable, and the sound effects and weapons design are top notch. The only downside is that the single player mode is a little short, but on the other hand this is by far the best multiplayer game on the PS3. Look at it this way: It's bene out for 6 years now and STILL had a live server with thousands of players active on a daily basis. I don't even think COD can boast that. Plus, the DICE engine really shines on this game and allows you to decimate environments in real-time. A real blast to play! Definitely a top contender for best PS3 game I've played.… Expand
  55. sebastianali
    Aug 4, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Battlefield Bad Company 2 es uno de los primeros juegos que jugué y de los pocos de la saga. Le tengo mucha nostalgia y tengo que reconocer que es muy adictivo, al punto de que en su momento, pensaba que se merecía un 8. Pero ahora que soy mas objetivo, no me dejare llevar por fanatismos y criticare los puntos negativos. Pudo haber sido una obra maestra, pudo haber sido uno de los mejores juegos de PS3 y multijugador online de la historia, el potencial ahí esta, pero tengo que señalar ciertos defectos que me hicieron enojar... bastante.
    En Singleplayer solo tenes un modo campaña que en mi opinión es bastante genérico, recuerda a los COD o incluso a los MOH en jugabilidad, simplemente seguir por pasillos rectos matando enemigos, y si bien es interesante explorar ciertas secciones del mapa para poder encontrar nuevas armas o activar y destruir cajas COM especiales, la verdad que la historia me resulto genérica y no me atrayeron ninguno de los personajes, mas allá del hippie que ese si tenia su carisma. El final también es bastante malo y no combina para nada con la estética que planteaba el juego de un inicio, ya que tenes que destruir un aparato que luce muy futurista, cuando antes no había nada parecido.. Personalmente, uno de los peores modos campaña que he jugado, ya que no tiene nada que me haya llamado la atención (exceptuando como ya dije, el hippie como personaje que tiene su carisma y el explorar ciertas zonas para encontrar armas y cajas COM). Ademas, el modo singleplayer no tiene bots en mapas multiplayer, cosa que me parece un tanto desaprovechado. Siguiendo ahora con el multiplayer, tenes varios modos de juego, pero solo la gente juega conquista y rush, incluso en 2010 (que fue cuando salio el juego), no había nadie jugando recuerdo yo. Tampoco hay multijugador con bots o a pantalla dividida, pero bueno... En cuanto al modo rush y conquista, estos resultan ser entretenidos. Desbloquear nuevas armas, habilidades, medallas para el personaje y las armas, mejorar las clases, etc, hay mucha personalización y cada clase tiene sus pros y sus contras, aunque hay algunas armas claramente desbalanceadas, pero tampoco es que las primeras sean terribles, de hecho, se pueden usar perfectamente al comenzar desde el principio. El juego tiene bastante contenido en el online, y se nota que es donde mas se centraron, pero se puede ver que BBC2 esta un poco adelantado para la PS3, ya que tiene gráficos increíbles para la consola, y un rendimiento generalmente estable, de hecho, ha envejecido muy bien, ademas de contar con un buen diseño de mapas, pero que esto a veces afecta a la jugabilidad; lo explicare mas adelante.
    Pero debido a que BBC2 esta adelantado para la consola, se nota que también no pudieron pulir ciertos glitches.... y en cuanto a los glitches... uffff, tenemos para rato... Ya con decir que se asemeja a NFS MW, Crash Twinsanity o Pokemon en cuanto a glitches, ya os hacéis una idea. Este juego tiene muchos bugs, los cuales mencionare todos los que me encontré, y que no han arreglado desde 2010 hasta la ACTUALIDAD.
    -A veces cuando ganaste dice que perdiste y viceversa.
    -Los servidores son bastante malos, lo que esto provoca que armas como el cuchillo que ya tienen un hitbox cuestionable, se queden como "a medio acuchillar" y falles aunque le estés dando claramente, lo mismo con armas como granadas o bazucas. También te puede echar de la nada o que el personaje se teletransporte para atrás al correr, o que al recargar un arma no suceda nada.
    -Querer explotar los C4 y que siga poniendo mas en vez de detonarlos.
    -Que el juego congele la PS3 (al menos esto me sucede en la PS3 Super Slim), generalmente ocurre al usar el UAV o cualquier tanque. Lo peor de todo es que te puede volver a ocurrir si volves al mismo servidor y haces la misma acción!!! Se me llego a congelar la consola 3 veces en 1 día como mucho!!!
    Estos son los mas importantes, pero hay muchos mas...
    Tampoco me gusto que el equipo rival pueda entrar en tu base y matarte luego pasado los dos primeros objetivos... No podía ser como en TF2 que la base es tu lugar seguro y nadie puede matarte? Hay mapas en los que una vez que se conquista cierto territorio, apareces en el mismo lugar y te pueden matar en menos de 1 segundo al reaparecer, todo el tiempo! O en mapas como White Pass, los 10 segundos que te dan para volver a tu zona son suficientes para acuchillar al que usa el UAV! Es por todo esto que creo que afecta a la jugabilidad negativamente. No me malinterpreten, el juego esta muy bien en la base! Podes ademas matar de formas graciosas a los soldados, como con el reparador o el C4, por dar algunos ejemplos, pero que esto a veces no esta tan bien balanceado y armas como el M2 o la escopeta con balas slug por ejemplo, llegan a estar rotisimas, o vehículos como el Apache. En resumen, es adictivo en multiplayer y sin contar los fallos, y el singleplayer es olvidable, recordandome a un FPS genérico de la PS2.    … Expand
  56. jctejada
    Sep 9, 2010
    10
    I'm not going to sit here and compare Battlefield: Bad Company 2 to Modern Warfare 2. It just wouldn't be fare to Modern Warfare 2. I say that because Modern Warfare 2 is "just" a run and shoot type of game and that's it. Battlefield: Bad Company 2 is so much more then that. In Bad Company 2 when you shoot the wall it comes down "Eventually" actually the entire building you are in can fallI'm not going to sit here and compare Battlefield: Bad Company 2 to Modern Warfare 2. It just wouldn't be fare to Modern Warfare 2. I say that because Modern Warfare 2 is "just" a run and shoot type of game and that's it. Battlefield: Bad Company 2 is so much more then that. In Bad Company 2 when you shoot the wall it comes down "Eventually" actually the entire building you are in can fall on top of you if you stick around long enough. In Modern Warfare 2 although you can shoot through the walls, they are there to stay. In Battlefield Bad Company 2 you can use light armored vehicles like Humvees and quad bikes. In heavy vehicles you have the Abrams and T-90 Tanks. In the water you have a choice between water crafts or patrol boats. In the air you have my favorites the Apaches, Havocs and Hinds and yes Bad Company 2 also have UAVs which are way better then the UAVs from Modern Warfare 2. Now on to Modern Warfare 2's vehicles (only but the sound of crickets) whoever heard of a Modern Warfare without combat vehicles??? Okay moving on... Battlefield Bad Company 2 stages are 5 times to 10 times the size of Modern Warfare 2 combat zones. Okay in all fairness in Modern Warfare 2 you are on foot... the entire time... no vehicles... not even a dirt bike.... okay moving on again. Battlefield Bad Company 2 has night and day combat... Modern Warfare only has high noon shootouts... after that everyone takes a break for the rest of the day. Sniping (The Love of my life) My heart literally skips a beat when I take someone out at 200+ yards (especially when it's another sniper) There are no words that can describe the feeling you get when you watch that bullet down drift into the enemies head. Modern Warfare 2 has nothing and I mean nothing that comes close to that. Snipping in Modern Warfare 2 was a after thought. Oh wait.... didn't I say I wasn't going to sit here and compare Battlefield: Bad Company 2 to Modern Warfare 2???? Ooooops! I told ya it wasn't going to be fair to MW2. I literally don't have the space to talk about all the features that Battlefield Bad Company 2 has and what Modern Warfare 2 is lacking compared to Battlefield Bad Company 2 but the truth is that I like Modern Warfare 2 but I love Battlefield Bad Company 2, Battlefield Bad Company 3 is already on its way so buckle up folks :-)… Expand
  57. muzziklover
    Oct 11, 2011
    9
    Yeah, I see a lot of COD comments here and the majority is just straight up immature, unreasonable and unfair. Battlefield Bad Company 2 is a great FPS game and I had more fun with both its campaign and multiplayer than MW2. The campaign, though granted it's really short and the story feeling a bit cut out, I actually had fun going through it . You can thank that to the Bad Company squadYeah, I see a lot of COD comments here and the majority is just straight up immature, unreasonable and unfair. Battlefield Bad Company 2 is a great FPS game and I had more fun with both its campaign and multiplayer than MW2. The campaign, though granted it's really short and the story feeling a bit cut out, I actually had fun going through it . You can thank that to the Bad Company squad who are funny as hell though they did get a bit more serious than they were in the first Bad Company but they still kept their wise cracking remarks and jokes, making the campaign more than just being a typical shooter campaign, it's like a road trip. Only really dangerous. Multiplayer wise, it is more balanced than the COD games and actually goes with a more realistic portrayal of being a soldier. You are put in a squad and does a good job with how it plays it out and Frostbite 1.5's destruction engine makes the field of battle more strategic and realistic, made complete with a great arsenal of weapons and vehicles. I would recommend the online multiplayer than it's campaign since that is what Battlefield is all about.… Expand
  58. JFRIKINC
    Sep 20, 2010
    9
    Battlefield: Bad Company 2 is a fantastic sequal to an awesome game. The single player is a huge step up in my opinion over the first. I like to think the first game was to establish who the characters were and the sequal is when they put these characters in a new situation. The game feel like a much "bigger picture" kind of game while the first was a more intimate story. This game is alsoBattlefield: Bad Company 2 is a fantastic sequal to an awesome game. The single player is a huge step up in my opinion over the first. I like to think the first game was to establish who the characters were and the sequal is when they put these characters in a new situation. The game feel like a much "bigger picture" kind of game while the first was a more intimate story. This game is also a lot more like a summer blockbuster than many other mode day set shooters. i feel that other shooters take themselvs a little to seriouse. The original Bad Company was a little to silly, this one hits the sweet spot.

    The multiplayer is also a huge step up from the last one. It feels like the series wanted to go back to its roots a little bit. the only problem i have with the game is the graphics. the faces of the main characters look ok but the rest of the game is populated by poeple that were beat with an ugly stick. its really strange to me because the rrest of the game is great looking.    … Expand
  59. Killface
    Sep 27, 2010
    10
    Simply the most explosive, unbelievably intense & varied battlefield experience you will be talking about with your friends until the next iteration comes out! Bring on the Vietnam DLC!!! This part is in response to the obviously mis-informed JohnD who goes on a complete baseless rant. You see, Modern Warfare is a great game no doubt. I've played countless hours on it for months on end.Simply the most explosive, unbelievably intense & varied battlefield experience you will be talking about with your friends until the next iteration comes out! Bring on the Vietnam DLC!!! This part is in response to the obviously mis-informed JohnD who goes on a complete baseless rant. You see, Modern Warfare is a great game no doubt. I've played countless hours on it for months on end. It's just that Battlefield presents you with hundreds of WTF situations, in a good way (affectionately known as "Battlefield Moments"), a lot more so than MW2. I'll often compare the two like so: MW 1&2 are like playing intense "tag" in a small - medium size office floor. It has great gadgets, cool kill streaks, amazingly deep customisable options, is fun & looks fantastic. BUT. Battlefield is like playing "war" in a small - medium sized office floor. THEN moving to the next floor, THEN the next floor and so on, until you either win convincingly or the defenders rip the glory right from under your noses. . You could spend the whole map fighting over one set of M-COM stations, or battle hard through a whole set of four! Simply outclasses all competition. BUY IT! (& I'll see you on the battlefield!) Xbox live handle "|| BKSP ||"… Expand
  60. Upgrayyed
    Oct 14, 2010
    9
    Single player is weak, 1 point off for that. But the multiplayer has many different weapons and vehicles, and the combat takes place on maps with breathing room. Vehicles had splendidly as do the weapons. Building are destrucable and can be brought down on your enemies. If you do not feel like running around in a box, and just shooting, dieing and respawning this games for you. If youSingle player is weak, 1 point off for that. But the multiplayer has many different weapons and vehicles, and the combat takes place on maps with breathing room. Vehicles had splendidly as do the weapons. Building are destrucable and can be brought down on your enemies. If you do not feel like running around in a box, and just shooting, dieing and respawning this games for you. If you would like to kill your enemies with a tank or a helicopter, instead of some vehicle doing the work for you, pick it up.… Expand
  61. MySt1
    Oct 16, 2010
    8
    Battlefield Bad Company 2 has been one of my favorite games of the year so far. The campaign was ok, but nothing really special, but the online multiplayer was totally awesome.I think that this game is the best online shooter at the moment.The feel you get when you play the multiplayer is totally different compared to when you play a game like call of duty.This game just feels lot moreBattlefield Bad Company 2 has been one of my favorite games of the year so far. The campaign was ok, but nothing really special, but the online multiplayer was totally awesome.I think that this game is the best online shooter at the moment.The feel you get when you play the multiplayer is totally different compared to when you play a game like call of duty.This game just feels lot more realistic.Driving around the map with a tank , blowing up buildings and these kind of things make this game totally different compared to other FPS games.The multiplayer deserves a 9, but the campaign deserves something like 7, so I have to give this game an 8. I hope that the next Battlefield would be even better.… Expand
  62. A3-GABRIEL
    Oct 28, 2010
    10
    This game's multiplayer is so well structured you will be amazed.Extremely rewarding and addictive, one of the very best games of the decade. The guns are exactly as the real thing i have used in the army MG3 , G3, M1 ,the sound effects the accuracy the power even the way you aim are all real. The game is all about smart play , team play ,think ahead of tactics but always enjoy the howThis game's multiplayer is so well structured you will be amazed.Extremely rewarding and addictive, one of the very best games of the decade. The guns are exactly as the real thing i have used in the army MG3 , G3, M1 ,the sound effects the accuracy the power even the way you aim are all real. The game is all about smart play , team play ,think ahead of tactics but always enjoy the how fun is this game.
    Single player is good but the multiplayer mode is outstanding.(PSN)    … Expand
  63. azn2jj
    Nov 9, 2010
    9
    Great game, great multi-player option with lots tanks, cars, helicopters, and military equipment that you can use. The only reason I didn't give a 10 is that, unlike Modern Warfare 2, there are no special abilities or anything that you gain over time, nor custom classes that you can make.
  64. GeorgeC
    Nov 13, 2010
    9
    i gave this game a 9 because i haven't come across a game that deserves a perfect 10 yet . first i would like to put this one piece of input that i believe is extremely important . don't compare this game with modern warfare 2 because you can't . other than the genre of the game you can't compare them because they are both totally different games . the things i love about this game is thei gave this game a 9 because i haven't come across a game that deserves a perfect 10 yet . first i would like to put this one piece of input that i believe is extremely important . don't compare this game with modern warfare 2 because you can't . other than the genre of the game you can't compare them because they are both totally different games . the things i love about this game is the fact that DICE takes care of their customers (giving map packs for free and fixing things as soon as possible), the game doesn't make you mad even though you are loosing, the fact that it's a team based game makes it amazing, destructible environment is spectacular, vehicles make the game more interactive and it's probably the most balance shooter i have ever played . the things i dislike about the game is the terrible support for headsets, people who spam C4 to take down objectives and input lag . overall this game is worth taking a look at and you have to give it a chance before you call it a terrible game because it took me time to appreciate the game for what it was and not what it wasn't like compared to modern warfare 2 .… Expand
  65. alexp76
    Nov 15, 2010
    10
    Absolutely brilliant is all I can say about this, certainly online. I have been playing for more than 5 days online (have the medal to prove it), not brilliant at it but have thoroughly enjoyed it. Tactical, massive maps and close wound urban maps, vehicles, air supportâ
  66. USG
    Nov 20, 2010
    8
    In short: The story is... not so great. The multiplayer is great when you're in a good game, and less of those over time seem to be occurring. The quality (and quantity) of players seem to have decreased. As one would expect, the graphics would improve with technology. The destructibility of buildings and balanced vehicles really sets this game apart. Multiplayer classes really add toIn short: The story is... not so great. The multiplayer is great when you're in a good game, and less of those over time seem to be occurring. The quality (and quantity) of players seem to have decreased. As one would expect, the graphics would improve with technology. The destructibility of buildings and balanced vehicles really sets this game apart. Multiplayer classes really add to gameplay, but are not always perfectly balanced. It has very good online value, but not good story value. Otherwise, it's just another FPS.… Expand
  67. The_Leducs
    Jan 12, 2011
    9
    Great FPS. It has all the bells and wistles you expect from a new shooter and some that other don't have. The inclusion of vehicles in multiplayer makes a big differnce. It adds a whole new dimension of fighting and strategy. All in all, if you like FPS's, you should allready have this.
  68. Rednax
    Nov 27, 2010
    10
    Don't listen to the pro- MW2 players that have comments badly about the "noob-tube" or "camping" i feel that this is rarely a problem when playing because you always know where they are campaign and often find routes around to take them out. Unlike MW2, BFBC2 has kept the classes simple and easy to understand. This way you don't worry about perks or "skills" that a lot of people commentDon't listen to the pro- MW2 players that have comments badly about the "noob-tube" or "camping" i feel that this is rarely a problem when playing because you always know where they are campaign and often find routes around to take them out. Unlike MW2, BFBC2 has kept the classes simple and easy to understand. This way you don't worry about perks or "skills" that a lot of people comment you on. I find that the rank system is better because i find that getting each rank is a massive challenge and you have a sense of achievement as you often get a decent unlock that you can use across all classes. This is unlike MW2 because when you often rank up you my get a gun that you will never use because you don't play that style of game. For example getting a sniper rifle when you hate sniping and rather be in CQB. I find that single player campaign has a much more of a story and a better sense and feel of the characters you are playing with. While playing the game i felt like that i was a real battlefield with almost every wall being destructible. BC2 has a better graphics is much better then MW2 and the sheer enjoyment i get for killing people by destroying walls is part of the game. I also like the bullet drop factor on the sniper rifles when shooting at distance (however should be implemented to assault rifles and pistols also.) unlike MW2 when shooting people who look like dots is as easy as shooting someone a point blank range, the only difference being they are a smaller target. BC could of expanded some of their maps as i feel that can be a bit too small. Overall i would recommend this game to everyone i know, unless you are a real COD fan that thinks using a GL is "Noobish" even though the REAL army use them. I would love to see them in the face of battle with nothing other then a GL to fight with, see how they take the situation then. Death or risk being called a noob.… Expand
  69. camparitunes
    Dec 2, 2010
    10
    I have played quite a lot of FPS games in my life starting from Wolfenstein and Doom, but this is the best FPS game ever. It keeps me plaing it over and over again when other new games have faded away. Graphics, sounds, gameplay, all solid - even better, the different classes, vehicles and interesting maps keeps the game very interesting unlike in Call of Duty kiddie-frag-fest. Now withI have played quite a lot of FPS games in my life starting from Wolfenstein and Doom, but this is the best FPS game ever. It keeps me plaing it over and over again when other new games have faded away. Graphics, sounds, gameplay, all solid - even better, the different classes, vehicles and interesting maps keeps the game very interesting unlike in Call of Duty kiddie-frag-fest. Now with the new VIP map pack 7 (Oasis!!!), life cannot get any better!… Expand
  70. DCFCJozef
    Dec 16, 2010
    10
    The best first person that i've played, don't get me wrong i love playing Call Of Duty and Medal Of Honor but I have played the most on this game because of what it has to offer and how different it is to FPs. First thing it hasnt got the best single player story it's alright but lacks fun. However the mulitiplayer makes up for it because of the destructive environment, squad team work andThe best first person that i've played, don't get me wrong i love playing Call Of Duty and Medal Of Honor but I have played the most on this game because of what it has to offer and how different it is to FPs. First thing it hasnt got the best single player story it's alright but lacks fun. However the mulitiplayer makes up for it because of the destructive environment, squad team work and your character selection !

    The main thing in my opinion that makes it better then Call Of Duty is that you have to work together then lone wolf gunning down everyone. If anyone is thinking of buying this game and you love team work, destruction and realism then this is a must get. (if your a strong COD player then better off leaving this game)    … Expand
  71. EvS
    Dec 18, 2010
    10
    I recently got Map Pack 7 and I am back in love with the bullet drop, the destruction 2 engine, the dust and the loud boom and rumble, I think this game has lifted the bar for FPS, you can only speak to your squad, but if you see someone, you can highlight their position for your entire team. My only wish would be to allow the same kind of weapon upgrades allowable in COD, then they couldI recently got Map Pack 7 and I am back in love with the bullet drop, the destruction 2 engine, the dust and the loud boom and rumble, I think this game has lifted the bar for FPS, you can only speak to your squad, but if you see someone, you can highlight their position for your entire team. My only wish would be to allow the same kind of weapon upgrades allowable in COD, then they could stop **** about how thats the 1 up, also it would be awesome. But since this is not COD, and it is already a grown up game, I love it..... have re ignited my love for blowing things up.… Expand
  72. Tokyochuchu
    Apr 2, 2012
    7
    Battlefield: Bad Company 2 is a very descent game, marred by one very, very frustrating fault. The good things first... The game has a descent campaign that, whilst not spectacular, holds interest throughout and features some intense firefights. The graphics are good, but the sound is FANTASTIC! Put on a pair of headphones or feed it through a pair of speakers and... Oh my god! War in yourBattlefield: Bad Company 2 is a very descent game, marred by one very, very frustrating fault. The good things first... The game has a descent campaign that, whilst not spectacular, holds interest throughout and features some intense firefights. The graphics are good, but the sound is FANTASTIC! Put on a pair of headphones or feed it through a pair of speakers and... Oh my god! War in your living room! The multiplayer gameplay is great fun and the games can get properly competitive with the match swaying back and forth. The focus on team-play and cooperation is also great fun and well appreciated. SO... The near game-breaking fault? Circle strafing helicopters. In your base. All the time. Relentlessly killing you as you spawn. Again and again and again and again... THAT IS TOTAL CRAP! They have since forbidden enemies to enter opponent's bases in the subsequent Vietnam expansion pack and BF3... But Bad Company 2's fun REALLY suffers because of that awful spawn fragging nonsense.… Expand
  73. godWhisperer
    May 20, 2011
    10
    wow! so much cool stuff to do! the maps are great and reigned in a bit from bfbc1. if you are sick of mind-numbing COD-style games with little tactical merit then this game is definitely for you. there are lots of ways you can help your team win (not just shooting and killing although there is plenty of shooting and killing in bfbc2). bfbc2 and MAG are far and away my favorite shooters,wow! so much cool stuff to do! the maps are great and reigned in a bit from bfbc1. if you are sick of mind-numbing COD-style games with little tactical merit then this game is definitely for you. there are lots of ways you can help your team win (not just shooting and killing although there is plenty of shooting and killing in bfbc2). bfbc2 and MAG are far and away my favorite shooters, and i love shooters. this game is just amazing.… Expand
  74. Revanchistexile
    Jul 19, 2011
    10
    I'm going to start out by saying that the single player is mediocre. Battlefield's multiplayer delivers on this game. You won't find better vehicular warfare online anywhere.
  75. Chielo36
    May 6, 2011
    10
    Supergame Multiplayer is awesome. Teamwork is great. Variation etc etc. Everybody can do what he or she is good in: sniper, medic, assault or engineer.

    Graphics are great, fields are big. Invite me if you are online. Chielo36
  76. bballfrk54
    May 24, 2011
    10
    by far one of my favorite games to play online, better than call of duty will ever be just cant wait for the battlefield 3 to come out. fdashioghdfo;ghsodighao;eighja;oihg;oawiehgoa;wihawo;gh
  77. IamAwesomeness
    Jun 23, 2011
    9
    This game is really good, the multiplayer is balanced and fun, the campaign has many great set pieces and good humor, which a lot of people including myself, find amusing. Like any other game it has it's flaws, and that has to be with the length of the story, it's short. However a good experience. Multiplayer is one of the best i have ever played, unlike call of duty it focuses on realismThis game is really good, the multiplayer is balanced and fun, the campaign has many great set pieces and good humor, which a lot of people including myself, find amusing. Like any other game it has it's flaws, and that has to be with the length of the story, it's short. However a good experience. Multiplayer is one of the best i have ever played, unlike call of duty it focuses on realism and teamwork, which makes the battlefield experience different. I also liked the fact that i did not find anything frustrating or plain stupid. If you want something else than call of duty or other first person shooters, then make the switch.… Expand
  78. DGDrocks7
    Jul 2, 2011
    9
    First of all, let's look at the singleplayer. If you're buying this game for the singleplayer, don't bother. The story is lame and I just forced myself through it. I was glad when it was over. The story in the original Bad Company was better. But here, they took out the humor and made it darker. Being a player of the original Bad Company, the teammates seem like completely differentFirst of all, let's look at the singleplayer. If you're buying this game for the singleplayer, don't bother. The story is lame and I just forced myself through it. I was glad when it was over. The story in the original Bad Company was better. But here, they took out the humor and made it darker. Being a player of the original Bad Company, the teammates seem like completely different persons. If the story was light hearted like the first, I would be softer. But then again, the Battlefield series never focused on stories, and always focused on online. Now this is where you get your money's worth! Is BC2 online better than the online from the first? Yes. You can now have attachments to your guns and have vehicle perks. Speaking of guns, they didn't put in any new guns, but I'm okay with that. The parachute is a great welcome too. And now you can give a class a completely new gun (e.g. The Sniper can now have a sub-machine gun). Unfortunately, majority of the guns are exclusive to their respective class and there is only one gun of each type that you can give to another class. (The Thompson is the only sub-machinegun that you can use in any class and so on). In conclusion, the 9 score ONLY applies if you're playing online. Do NOT buy it for singleplayer. Online is the real deal here. And it can show how gritty war can be.… Expand
  79. beheadedchicken
    Aug 8, 2012
    8
    Simply put, you should buy this game for the multiplayer. Yes, the campaign is enjoyable but it doesn
  80. blackmagicmarkr
    Aug 4, 2011
    8
    I played the demo of BFBC2 while regularly playing MW2 and frankly, I didn't like it. At the time the controls felt awkward, the map seemed too big and I didn't understand what the hell was going on. After playing the Call of Duty series like crazy and giving this game another chance (I got about 50 hours invested) I can say with 100% certainty that this is the better series. Its damnI played the demo of BFBC2 while regularly playing MW2 and frankly, I didn't like it. At the time the controls felt awkward, the map seemed too big and I didn't understand what the hell was going on. After playing the Call of Duty series like crazy and giving this game another chance (I got about 50 hours invested) I can say with 100% certainty that this is the better series. Its damn hard, almost frustrating jumping into the fray this late, especially when everyone already has good kits, but I will say this...95% of the time, you die on BFBC2 because of a mistake on your part not because of lag or someone cheating. There are occasional graphic glitches but I haven't had the game freeze up or anything like that. If Battlefield 3 builds on these core mechanics with superior graphics, fps fans are in for one helluva treat.… Expand
  81. mearshall
    Sep 2, 2011
    8
    I really enjoy bfbc2... i played the single player when it came out and it was not bad. I didnt have my internet up and running in new home and i did enjoy the feel of the game. It wasnt a 10 but it was good (7).

    The online mode that ive just started a few weeks ago.(bought the game again after my old ps3 broke...not machine fault but my kid lol) i really enjoy it and look forward to the    I really enjoy bfbc2... i played the single player when it came out and it was not bad. I didnt have my internet up and running in new home and i did enjoy the feel of the game. It wasnt a 10 but it was good (7).

    The online mode that ive just started a few weeks ago.(bought the game again after my old ps3 broke...not machine fault but my kid lol) i really enjoy it and look forward to the new game. Its online is excellent though. Not just run and gun and throw grenades at everyone like others.I could go on but online id give it an 8.5. soooooo my score is overall an 8    … Expand
  82. Alpha-Six
    Oct 3, 2011
    7
    Very average. Honestly, from the start of the campaign, to the end credits, nothing happened to the characters. They didn't change at all, even if every event in the story didn't happen, the characters would be no different. The gunplay is average, pretty much the same as BFBC 1, the only difference being that the enemies fire different guns that in BFBC 1. Buy it for multiplayer, or don'tVery average. Honestly, from the start of the campaign, to the end credits, nothing happened to the characters. They didn't change at all, even if every event in the story didn't happen, the characters would be no different. The gunplay is average, pretty much the same as BFBC 1, the only difference being that the enemies fire different guns that in BFBC 1. Buy it for multiplayer, or don't buy it at all.… Expand
  83. coldcalculated
    Dec 10, 2011
    8
    Great game, fantastic multiplayer, and love the destruction. I cant say im too fond of the single player campaign but whatever, its not the focal point of battlefield games, im shocked the even included single player. Alot of guns, maps, and game modes to play. This is a great installment in the battlefield franchise and a great alternative to modern warfare 2.
  84. leshadow
    Oct 25, 2012
    10
    Played this more than any other game. Far superior to BF3, which was a massive disappointment. Just a pity so few play it nowadays.... The best shooter I've played in terms of satisfying multiplayer.
  85. mgastryker
    Jun 18, 2012
    10
    I have never seen a worse review than JohnD's. He is obviously a Call of Duty fan boy and couldn't handle a game that actually requires a little bit of skill to play. I will admit, this game is entirely different than Call of Duty. Call of Duty has small maps while Battlefield has large ones, COD has no vehicles while Battlefield does, etc. In this game, the pattern isn't re-spawn, die,I have never seen a worse review than JohnD's. He is obviously a Call of Duty fan boy and couldn't handle a game that actually requires a little bit of skill to play. I will admit, this game is entirely different than Call of Duty. Call of Duty has small maps while Battlefield has large ones, COD has no vehicles while Battlefield does, etc. In this game, the pattern isn't re-spawn, die, re-spawn, die. You actually have a chance to breath. While not a real life war experience, at least it tries a little harder than other games.… Expand
  86. Remigiusz
    Dec 27, 2011
    10
    The single player is cool and the story is told well.But for anything if you know what is going on in the prequel you'll know more about the story.The multiplayer is absolutely **** your'e a Call of Duty asswipe and cant take the AWSOMENESS of Battlefield:Bad Company 2,this would never of been achieved if there was no Frostbite1.5 engine.You can choose what you want to do you can lone wolfThe single player is cool and the story is told well.But for anything if you know what is going on in the prequel you'll know more about the story.The multiplayer is absolutely **** your'e a Call of Duty asswipe and cant take the AWSOMENESS of Battlefield:Bad Company 2,this would never of been achieved if there was no Frostbite1.5 engine.You can choose what you want to do you can lone wolf or work as a team you can find what class you are good at and level each class individually,one downfall to the unlocking of perks,equipment and weapons is too quick,leveling up takes longer,I think thats why you unlock things faster to equalize the the time for leveling up,each class gets it's own unlocks that you can only use for that class.The Frostbite engine provides lots of reality to gaming it gives the ability to destroy walls,buildings and it gives accuracy to guns and the bullets actually travel I mean when you shoot someone from a distance and is moving you have to aim where the target is going to travel to and time it right where the bullet needs to go so the target and bullet meet.This game is better than it's rival(Call of Duty)for numerous reasons(It doesn't lag often,bigger maps and vehicles including nearly every vehicle for each situation or just to tear through the enemies.)The graphics are not as good as Call of Duty:Modern Warfare2 or Call of Duty:Black Ops but that doesn't mean the graphics are bad it means simply they are not as detailed.There are lots of explosions.The sound quality is amazing.But what makes it better is having sound surround system.

    It is a must have.Not having this in your life is like not having chocalate in your life.
    It is a Playstation3 essentiel!    … Expand
  87. 7dogguy
    Feb 16, 2012
    8
    The campaign in this game is decent its really not that amazing but i was happy that they made the levels smaller then the last installment if you want a good realistic shooter story play cod4 but the multiplayer in this game is amazing the guns are awesome so how they made them feel as though they all do different things where cod games the weapons feel exactly the same this game doesntThe campaign in this game is decent its really not that amazing but i was happy that they made the levels smaller then the last installment if you want a good realistic shooter story play cod4 but the multiplayer in this game is amazing the guns are awesome so how they made them feel as though they all do different things where cod games the weapons feel exactly the same this game doesnt have a huge number of maps but the maps are huge in themselves every map is beautifully designed the graphics in this game are great and you get vechilces which is a plus so if you like great online shooters this is a must buy i would give this an 8.5 but there is no opinion for that… Expand
  88. cookay93
    Mar 27, 2012
    9
    I bought this game off of a friends recommendation and it is probably the best shooter i have ever played fair enough the campaign isnt spectacular but the hours which can be put in on the wonderfully designed maps is unbelievable. The guns handle really well and the classes all feel balanced and each gun feels unique which makes this game easy to get addicted to. having played battlefieldI bought this game off of a friends recommendation and it is probably the best shooter i have ever played fair enough the campaign isnt spectacular but the hours which can be put in on the wonderfully designed maps is unbelievable. The guns handle really well and the classes all feel balanced and each gun feels unique which makes this game easy to get addicted to. having played battlefield 3 i still believe that bad company 2 is a better game and would recommend it to anyone who enjoys fps games.… Expand
  89. Dezuuu
    May 11, 2012
    8
    Decent campaign mode, great multiplayer. The destruction isn't all that impressive, but can be used to your advantage. Classes are well-balanced. Worth playing for the multiplayer.
  90. Cubixreviews
    May 13, 2012
    10
    Battlefield Bad Company 2 is the best first person shooter ever, and the best BF game. Why? Because is extremely fun! It's with a superb sound and with realistic graphics and animations. The best part is multiplayer. Multiplayer is strategic and really upgraded. You can destroy a whole building. You have tanks, helicopters and cars to drive. The combat is really bloody and terrific. (10.0)
  91. ZeroNegative
    Jun 19, 2012
    9
    BF: Bad Company 2 is, for my opinion, the best military shooter game. Maybe single player is not that excellent, but multiplayer is perfect and destructive. The wapon selection is so good, and the classes are well designed. It haves some legendary maps, that are so unforgettable.
  92. GameReviews
    Aug 13, 2012
    9
    Battlefield Bad Company 2 is amazing. I spend hundred of hours in multiplayer, and I'm still addicted. When you hear this, you will know that multiplayer is fantastic. Huge maps are well designed. What about single player? Great, but not excellent. The story is good, but the experience not enough. By playing, you will probably see some glitches, but, fortunately, glitches are not soBattlefield Bad Company 2 is amazing. I spend hundred of hours in multiplayer, and I'm still addicted. When you hear this, you will know that multiplayer is fantastic. Huge maps are well designed. What about single player? Great, but not excellent. The story is good, but the experience not enough. By playing, you will probably see some glitches, but, fortunately, glitches are not so problematic. You should buy this game for multiplayer, but for the single player, I don't recommend for everyone, This game stays still amazing. 91 out of 100.… Expand
  93. Syriamn
    Oct 21, 2012
    8
    Bigger and better than the original with a great campaign and an excellent multiplayer. One of my favourite multiplayer by the way. Thumbs up for DICE!
  94. Amam
    Nov 22, 2012
    8
    Bad Company 2 is, to date, the last good game Dice put out. The Single Player is enjoyable although not mindblowing and the multiplayer is fun and engaging. Micro and macro-destruction is fully workable and a lot of fun. The best part about it, if you put it in relation with BF3 is that bugs got fixed and the game wasn't nearly as broken as that title. Comparing it to Warfighter, a laterBad Company 2 is, to date, the last good game Dice put out. The Single Player is enjoyable although not mindblowing and the multiplayer is fun and engaging. Micro and macro-destruction is fully workable and a lot of fun. The best part about it, if you put it in relation with BF3 is that bugs got fixed and the game wasn't nearly as broken as that title. Comparing it to Warfighter, a later release using the same graphics engine code (although newer and shinier) BC2 blows it out of the water. It's more fun, it's graphics aren't as strange (even though BC2 is a older game) and every other aspect of the game is more thought out and implemented well. All in all, it's still worth picking up a old copy of BC2 today. Do it!… Expand
  95. Cole123
    Jul 24, 2014
    8
    Bf: Bad Company 2 has one of the most enjoyable fps multiplayers that you can find. The campaign may be nothing special but the multiplayer can get you hooked for months. A must buy for any fps fanboy out there.
  96. poiles
    Mar 6, 2013
    9
    Battlefield is a great game for the ps3. Awesome graphics and a awesome multiplayer. I find the single player kind of disappointing because it is short if you compare it to call of duty of Medal of honor
  97. OM3N802
    May 16, 2013
    10
    Favorite fps of all time. played every fps to come out in the last 10 years and BFBC2 still holds up against all of them. i still have more fun in this game then BF3.... and honestly i know the graphics in BF3 are suppose to be superior but theres something beautifully simple and uncluttered about BFBC2 that just works straight out. its a purer FPS experience. I really wish they would justFavorite fps of all time. played every fps to come out in the last 10 years and BFBC2 still holds up against all of them. i still have more fun in this game then BF3.... and honestly i know the graphics in BF3 are suppose to be superior but theres something beautifully simple and uncluttered about BFBC2 that just works straight out. its a purer FPS experience. I really wish they would just get to releasing the next version of this stellar shooter. i mean even some new maps would cause the Battlefield fan base to go bonkers with excitement. love this game.… Expand
  98. BryanPan25
    Jul 24, 2013
    8
    PlayStation did a great job with the graphics, making this feel and look cool as well as the weaponry. This is definitely one great fps. If you are looking to purchase replica guns from the game, you can go to http://www.airsplat.com/airsoft-video-games.htm
  99. EzioA88
    Jun 18, 2015
    10
    9.5 out of 10 (rounded up to 10)

    Battlefield is one of the most authentic shooting experiences on the market, priding itself on realistic graphics, amazing audioscapes and heart pounding, fist pumping bouts of destructive gameplay. Bad Company removes the overtly serious tone of the series, while retaining the same great mechanics and expanding upon them when needed. The first game    9.5 out of 10 (rounded up to 10)

    Battlefield is one of the most authentic shooting experiences on the market, priding itself on realistic graphics, amazing audioscapes and heart pounding, fist pumping bouts of destructive gameplay. Bad Company removes the overtly serious tone of the series, while retaining the same great mechanics and expanding upon them when needed. The first game proved to be an excellent start for a sub series that had indomitable potential. Its follow up is even better, uniting multiple disparate elements into a whole and proving itself to be one of the most enjoyable shooters ever created.

    Multiplayer has long been the strongest pillar of the Battlefield tower and that trend continues in this entry with more enjoyable modes (better than the singular one in the first) and a larger amount of unlocks and rewards. The games remain tense and somewhat strategic, as you work your way through large maps and pay great attention to your surroundings so as not to end up with a sniper's bullet lodged in the back of your skull. Gunplay is still fast and sudden, most firefights ending quickly and the ones that are stretched out always have a habit of concluding with one opponent getting killed by someone else in the world. Conquest is still the greatest mode of all, uniting many ideas into a successful and completely epic mission as you shoot your way through the largest scale version of Domination out of any multiplayer shooter.

    Destruction proved to be one of the most solid fearures of the last game and it is only improved upon here. Whole buildings can be toppled as you attempt to kill your camping foes. With the use of various explosive devices, you have multiple options open in how you work through the environment and how you approach your objectives. This makes the combat even more exciting and never knowing whether or not your seemingly impenetrable defences can come crashing down is such a thrilling moment of despair and uncertainty and the graphical fidelity remains impressive while online with dozens of other players.

    Traversal and navigation remains amazing on foot or in a vehicle, with incredibly realistic movement and handling in either land or air vehicles. Using tanks empowers you and gives you a sense of superiority over your rivals on the battlefield. While jets and helicopters require a little bit of skill to control, you are sure to eventually get the hang of things. Mantling and running is also excellent and it works in conjunction with the use of the gadgets and various other weapons in multiplayer. As I said before, gunplay is just great and the amount of variety within the armaments you can use is astounding and impressive. But while multiplayer may be the bread and butter of this experience, Bad Company 2 still supplies what is easily the best campaign in Battlefield history...

    Preston Marlowe and the rest of B-Company returns after the brilliant ending of the previous game and this time they're going up against a new Russian enemy. He's surprisingly memorable for a shooter antagonist (even though he's not on the level of Makarov from MW or Vaas from Far Cry) and while his grand plan is all about crippling the United States with nukes and his army, the history the game spans (starting in WWII) is fairly inspired. Travelling forwards in time and while the motives behind the return of the squad are a little mixed, I instantly loved being reacquainted with these excellent characters due to their nice sense of humour that keeps the dialogue out of the cliched and melodramatic category. That said, it does feel like this game has lost a little of its identity due to the darker tone and general lack of very funny moments.

    The level design in this game is nowhere near as open as it was in the first game and so it gains a fair amount of linearity to its objectives. However, this isn't really a bad thing. Confronting multiple objectives at once ensured the game lost some of its story structure and it removed the probability of big set piece moments. They are in abundance here, with a thrilling solo trek through the tundra, an open desert level that encourages vehicle use and the obligatory sniper level, which turns out to be fairly original in feeling. The campaign is a bit too short though and lacks the same great replay value as the first.

    Bad Company 2 is the ideal return for such an impressive sub series and with the improved campaign and standard for multiplayer shooters in the online space, it is an excellent step up from the starting experience. While it may lack in the same general sense of identity and open feeling that the first game had in abundance, it more than makes up for that with polished gameplay mechanics and a destructibility system that proves to be fairly innovative. Sure I love Battlefield 3, 4 and Hardline, but I'm still waiting for the next great sequel in this exciting sub series.    … Expand
  100. AndyClimax
    Aug 12, 2014
    8
    Much improved on Bad Company 1 in all aspects. More interesting story (it's still not particularly good though) and far better online maps. Can still be a little unbalanced.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 59 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 58 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 59
  3. Negative: 0 out of 59
  1. TotalPlayStation
    85
    The most flattering way to look at Bad Company 2 is as an intense online shooter with a slightly dodgy singleplayer mode included as a free bonus.
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  2. Extreme Gamer
    90
    'Battlefield: Bad Company 2' comes armed with a heavy arsenal and some bad attitudes, and delivers another solid shooting experience that will please fans of the original, and dare I say it, the “COD” clan as well.
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  3. PS3bloggen.se
    90
    Although the singleplayer campaign is entertaining enough, it is in the multiplayer that this game really shines. Almost perfectly balanced, the vehicles, destructible buildings and team-play make this game a joy to play and a must for any fans of the genre.
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