Battlefield: Bad Company

 PlayStation 3
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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 267 Ratings

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  1. FrankCreeper
    Jul 11, 2023
    9
    I think this is one of the best Battlefield game after his sequel.
    The Plot of the Campainare fantastic wonderful crew with a fantastic sense of humor...the graphics on this is aged very well too bad the multiplayer server on PS3 are nowdaays closed...and for all readers who have played the game remember...Acta Non Verba
  2. BrianDavid94
    Aug 26, 2022
    10
    Quick background on me the reviewer, I tend to like single player games that is heavy on narrative the most. I also play a lot of racing games and use to play multiplayer games in my high school days but now that it's hard for me and my friends to find a good time to link up so now I hardly play any. Up to try any genre of games and sometimes I find something new that I didn't think I'dQuick background on me the reviewer, I tend to like single player games that is heavy on narrative the most. I also play a lot of racing games and use to play multiplayer games in my high school days but now that it's hard for me and my friends to find a good time to link up so now I hardly play any. Up to try any genre of games and sometimes I find something new that I didn't think I'd like. I play on every platform but prefer PlayStation.

    My introduction to the series. This game was incredible. The destructible environment and the teamwork multiplayer made me realize there is something better than Call of Duty. This is a war game while COD is just a shooter.    … Expand
  3. Kvantaliani03
    Nov 20, 2021
    8
    rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrreeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
  4. nurfedx
    Nov 19, 2021
    10
    One of the best Games of the Series and a true cornerstone to the Battlefield Franchise! Buy!
  5. FidelGastro
    May 22, 2021
    9
    I made a fundamental mistake before playing this game, such that I finished the second part first. However, Battlefield Bad Company is a great game, graphically stunningly crafted, if I didn't read the date on the box, I wouldn't even guess the game for 2008.

    Gameplay is also very well done and together with well-written characters and a story will immediately draw you into the story.    I made a fundamental mistake before playing this game, such that I finished the second part first. However, Battlefield Bad Company is a great game, graphically stunningly crafted, if I didn't read the date on the box, I wouldn't even guess the game for 2008.

    Gameplay is also very well done and together with well-written characters and a story will immediately draw you into the story. The range of weapons is very diverse, so everyone can choose. I finished the game in about eight to nine hours, which is the standard of Battlefield games. Also the soundtrack is nice, especially the main theme of this game.

    I would see small shortcomings in the control of vehicles, especially tanks. This could have been really better handled, but you could get used to it.
    Also, since I know a little Russian, signs written in Cyrillic don't make sense (but these are just small details).

    I will give the game a 9/10 rating. Great game that I will definitely play at least once again in the future.    … Expand
  6. storygamer
    Sep 1, 2020
    8
    Battlefield: Bad Company follows another formula than the other games of this franchise. It has a focus on single-player campaign and this works great! Funny scenes, action packed gameplay and beautiful graphics.
  7. Parazitu91
    Aug 31, 2016
    10
    Hmm the fist ( is series) and the only good single player experience for Battlefield games. This game is full of jokes and interesting characters. The multiplayer is a blast won maps with 24 players and crazy destruction. You can find players no problem the bad think is tat the game don't have server browser .
  8. John-Doe
    May 5, 2016
    8
    Compared to shooters now, bad company may not look or play the best but its still a blast to play. Great and humorous characters, a rather simple but still fun to play story and great multiplayer as always. Controls are rather hard to get used to at first and it will take time to get used to unlike current battlefield and call of duty games and there is no customization of guns andCompared to shooters now, bad company may not look or play the best but its still a blast to play. Great and humorous characters, a rather simple but still fun to play story and great multiplayer as always. Controls are rather hard to get used to at first and it will take time to get used to unlike current battlefield and call of duty games and there is no customization of guns and characters in multiplayer so that may bring your own score down more than 2 but even without that the game is very fun to play and nowadays you should be able to pick this game up for 5 bucks. Go out and buy this game and see the early years of dice on the ps3 and xbox 360.
    Pros:
    - Characters well written
    - Soundtrack is great and don't forget about the radio
    - Multiplayer is fun to play
    - ample amount of guns
    - Has replay value
    - You can blow up almost anything, although its a bit odd when a single grenade can take out a whole house
    - Vehicles are fun to drive and fight with
    - Good amount of maps to play with and people still play in 2016
    Cons:
    - Story is rather simple
    - no customization
    - A.I is somewhat stupid
    - Controls are clunky at first
    - Some people may be annoyed by the constant interruptions by mike one Juliet
    - compared to modern warfare 2's story, bad company isn't mature which some serious gamers may not like    … Expand
  9. bulletchan
    Apr 11, 2016
    8
    The game have a solid singleplayer experience that ofcourse have some smaller defects as its dice first game but the multiplayer is the best there is and have been on consoles and makes the game worth playing for a long time.
  10. reubz1123
    Apr 9, 2016
    10
    Great game. Very fun original and loveable characters. We have Sarge who is serious and proper soldier who hasn't done anything bad(until the group try to steal gold from the army). Preston who you control. And Haggard who is stupid and **** who never shuts up. Very funny and should be played by everyone. 100/100.
  11. CBrip31
    Oct 7, 2015
    8
    The campaign is the normal shooter experience. One that gets you used to controls but is still short.In the campaign your team AI aren't very smart and leave you to do most of the work. The multiplayer however is great. The maps range quite a lot but it is a shame people don't play it much anymore because it is the base of Battlefield on consoles. Some trophies are look like they could beThe campaign is the normal shooter experience. One that gets you used to controls but is still short.In the campaign your team AI aren't very smart and leave you to do most of the work. The multiplayer however is great. The maps range quite a lot but it is a shame people don't play it much anymore because it is the base of Battlefield on consoles. Some trophies are look like they could be time consuming but I will try to get them.… Expand
  12. EzioA88
    Aug 31, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Battlefield is renowned for its epic multiplayer experience- where simple rounds can turn into memorable action packed set pieces. However, it has never shined on the single player front. Whereas COD had its time to shine with the original Modern Warfare, Far Cry is built around solo play and Valve's Counter Strike doesn't even bother, Battlefield has never supplied a great campaign. That changes with Bad Company. Well, it changed because this game has been out for six years. Since then we've had a better campaign with Company 2 and forgettable ones with Battlefields 3 and 4. But anyway, back to BC1.

    The story sees you playing as Preston Marlowe- a soldier who is shifted to the loose card military unit of Bad Company. There he meets three other army misfits who have also taken part in some disturbing events that led to their transfer to BC. Going after a deadly enemy, the group grows to become a band of brothers, the character development being handled pretty well. The main catch is the soldiers eventually become rogue when they discover a crate of gold that could set them up for life. It's an interesting twist and one that works to differentiate this game from other military shooters like Modern Warfare. While the game won't win any awards, this is one of the best FPS campaigns ever.

    The levels are open ended and most of them contain objectives that you are free to complete in any order. There are plenty of collectibles and multiple weapons to find that will surely bring completionists back for more. The graphics themselves are nothing revolutionary, but for a 2008 game this still holds up well. While the destruction is nothing when compared to BF3 or 4, it still functions well and the character models and animation still look nice. The environment variety is also impressive. Sure there are a few war-torn battlefields, but there are also jungles and mansions. The visual variety is impressive and just as cool as the mechanics.

    While many FPS fans will be stunned by the unique scheme, it mostly suits the game. While knifing doesn't feel quite right and the adrenaline pumping mechanic is more realistic than gradual regen of health, some of the gameplay devices just aren't well implemented enough to be successful and satisfying. The shooting itself is brilliant. There are a great amount of weapons and each one responds differently and accurately. I loved some of the assault rifles and the grenade launchers and projectiles are unique and cool. There are also plenty of vehicles around that can be used to traverse the environment. This is useful, especially as the levels are massive. Each vehicle controls well which is always nice in a shooter.

    The single player may be great and it certainly makes up for the mistakes that DICE made in the past, but we all know that multiplayer is where Battlefield shines. It certainly doesn't disappoint. The large scale battles and greatly sized maps make for a unique multiplayer experience and the modes are also exclusive and well designed. Gold Rush is an interesting take on a tried and true mode and it actually suits the feel of the game. While Levelution isn't prominent here (Bad Company 2 is where it's "pioneered"), the gradual degradation of environments is always cool and it certainly gives us a change from the static lands of the CODs. Battlefield feels very different to any other shooter and nowhere is that more obvious than in the online section.

    Bad Company isn't without its faults- shoddy mechanics, a short story and some technical hiccups certainly impact the quality of the final game. But what it is is a nice, polished FPS that combines a well written plot, with some great gameplay and some highly entertaining multiplayer. It also serves as the successful revival of a series that had long since fled console gaming in favour of the superior PC machines. It is the success of this game that is responsible for Battlefield 3 and 4 and that is what we should be thankful to DICE for.    … Expand
  13. DGDrocks7
    Jan 13, 2014
    8
    The story of BC1 is riddled with humor, and the characters are likable, making the singleplayer worth playing (mind you, it's short). Why they couldn't carry these things over to BC2 is beyond me. Instead, BC2's story and tone was so serious, I asked what happened to the characters we knew and loved. Hopefully, they'll restore these in BC3. Online is fun and people still play it (yet BC2The story of BC1 is riddled with humor, and the characters are likable, making the singleplayer worth playing (mind you, it's short). Why they couldn't carry these things over to BC2 is beyond me. Instead, BC2's story and tone was so serious, I asked what happened to the characters we knew and loved. Hopefully, they'll restore these in BC3. Online is fun and people still play it (yet BC2 online is even better). Pick it up, it's quite cheap now, and a worthy game in the awesome Battlefield series.… Expand
  14. solo-kreep
    Nov 17, 2013
    10
    i remember when this first came out. everyone i know was playing cod4. i asked all my friends, have you heard of bad company? no no no they all said. 3 years later, they all asked me the same question i asked them. and im like man you guys dont even know. never played online. story mode was all i needed for this game. i loved the free roam with all that ammo and all the war going on. justi remember when this first came out. everyone i know was playing cod4. i asked all my friends, have you heard of bad company? no no no they all said. 3 years later, they all asked me the same question i asked them. and im like man you guys dont even know. never played online. story mode was all i needed for this game. i loved the free roam with all that ammo and all the war going on. just hated that there was no blood, but im a gamer and not a critic.… Expand
  15. tennisbeast21
    Jul 9, 2012
    9
    While the game can't quite hang with Call of Duty like several people expect it to, it is still a good game. An original story and good graphics make this a game you should definitely pick up. The only fault to me is with the sound. The guns sound a bit too much like Army Men.
  16. Manatee634
    Jan 13, 2012
    9
    While it may be lacking a few elements (e.g. longer campaign, splitscreen/co-op), most of the levels are fun and replayable, and the Multiplayer is likely to be great (I haven't played it yet). Now, in 2011, it's cheap and is still of a good standard.
  17. ShooterGuy
    Dec 16, 2011
    10
    This is the best game in a freaking century!!The gameplay is great and so are the controls.Its addictive while the multiplayer will keep you hooked on for hours on end!!
  18. Watermelon789
    Aug 24, 2011
    9
    Not better than the great second part, but very innovative and clever. Bad Company introduction makes good attempt on satisfaction, DICE seriously took their works to a more wide perspective.
  19. gameynerdynerd
    Oct 12, 2010
    10
    BF bad co is a great game totally worth money. ill pay $500 for that game.i dont know any one who wouldnt want this great game
  20. Matt
    Sep 24, 2010
    9
    Very very nice game, is worth buying just for the multiplayer
    The only reason/s it does get a 10 is because, singleplayer is a bit too short and you're teammates in singleplayer don't really help you out that much
  21. WillP
    Oct 19, 2009
    10
    Probably one of the most innovative, creative, and tactic-inspiring games I've played. Duly surpasses Call of Duty 4 by a mile in my book. Descructible environment, gameplay that is never the same twice, and a solid choise of maps makes sure you're playing this game for months. I thought the whole "EA Account" thing was kind of stupid at first, and then I realized how deep the Probably one of the most innovative, creative, and tactic-inspiring games I've played. Duly surpasses Call of Duty 4 by a mile in my book. Descructible environment, gameplay that is never the same twice, and a solid choise of maps makes sure you're playing this game for months. I thought the whole "EA Account" thing was kind of stupid at first, and then I realized how deep the Battlefield experience is. Definately one of the best games I've ever played (sorry COD4, you've been replaced) and I'm definately looking forward to the next one. If you've gotten bored of the repetitiveness of COD4 and are looking for something more interactive, this game will eat months of your life away. Play at your own risk.… Expand
  22. ErkutI
    Sep 13, 2009
    9
    I'm not going to talk about single player because this game is a "Battlefield" I got the PS3 version about 5 mounths ago and i didnt like it at all i thought its a piece of crap because if you are a rookie to this game you are finishing the game like 3 kills and generally more than 15 deaths and its annoying. You will be get killed tons of times from your back. Its a little bit hard I'm not going to talk about single player because this game is a "Battlefield" I got the PS3 version about 5 mounths ago and i didnt like it at all i thought its a piece of crap because if you are a rookie to this game you are finishing the game like 3 kills and generally more than 15 deaths and its annoying. You will be get killed tons of times from your back. Its a little bit hard game i have more than 2 Kill/Death ratio in CoD 4 and Killzone 2 but in BC my ratio is 1. After all when you get used to the game here the fun begins its a really addicting game after you learn how to play how to hide in trees or streets or buildings with your specialist and sneak to the tanks place C4 and blow them or sneak to the people and backstab them with your knife and collect their dog tags etc etc. btw i "just talked about how to use specialist class ;) My last words this game gives you something different from other shooters on consoles huge maps is the reason i think it gives you unlimited sniping hiding sneaking and flanking enemy positions that even Killzone cant give. Btw blowing up everything and opening your self door in building is really fun too. So this not the most serious shooter on consoles but its becoming one of the most addicting and enjoyable game when you get used to it. If you asked me my rating 3-4 mounts ago i would say 3 but now i'm giving9 to it.… Expand
  23. ValéryAMIOT
    Aug 16, 2009
    9
    Coming from the PC world, I've always been a fan of FPS games, I spent so many nights fighting at Wolfenstein: Enemy Territory - the most addictive FPS game I've ever played. I also spent some time at CoD 2 and 4 - not coming that close to E.T. in my opinion in terms of addiction, later gave a try to BF2 but I didn't buy it in the end because of its numerous bugs. For me, Coming from the PC world, I've always been a fan of FPS games, I spent so many nights fighting at Wolfenstein: Enemy Territory - the most addictive FPS game I've ever played. I also spent some time at CoD 2 and 4 - not coming that close to E.T. in my opinion in terms of addiction, later gave a try to BF2 but I didn't buy it in the end because of its numerous bugs. For me, playing FPS games on console has always been impossible because of the lack of a mouse + keyboard... until BF Bad Company! I don't know why but for the first time I can play normally with a pad :-) Simply said, this is a great FPS. The solo is appealing, with a lot of humour, maybe a little too short, but fun anyway. Now I spend a lot of time at the multi and I was pleased to discover the Gold Rush mode which makes me think of the old E.T. gaming principle I loved so much : objectives to fulfil in a limited amount of time or respawns. Sure BF:BC isn't the most beautiful FPS out there - let's wait for BF:BC2 - but it's still good looking and fights are really full of pace, may it be in Gold Rush or Conquest mode. Music tracks are also great, which is a plus. Do some people prefer CoD4? Alright, I just consider it to be a question of personal taste. Give BF:BC a try, you may also love it.… Expand
  24. FatSergeant
    Dec 25, 2008
    9
    Single player of the game definitely sucks. But it can be excused for BF's brilliant multiplayer. Maps are extremely well made, gold rush mode is amazing, each specialist (assault, recon, demolition etc.) has their own strength and weaknesses, so only good team work leads to success. Multiplayer has a lot of rewards which are pleasant to achieve. I have only one complaint: I have Single player of the game definitely sucks. But it can be excused for BF's brilliant multiplayer. Maps are extremely well made, gold rush mode is amazing, each specialist (assault, recon, demolition etc.) has their own strength and weaknesses, so only good team work leads to success. Multiplayer has a lot of rewards which are pleasant to achieve. I have only one complaint: I have gold edition which has some weapons unlocked from the beginning, what is unfair to people who bought standard (and not cheap at all) version of the game. Another big complaint: there is no blood in the game at all! Pity :-)… Expand
  25. MichaelS.
    Sep 20, 2008
    9
    A very Very good FPS that needs to be praised for taking a fun and comedic approach not yet seen. After playing both versions extensively, I've got to admitt that the PS3 version runs smoother, and looks better (but barely). Despite what many claim though, BC does not touch COD4 in any respect... not even close. That's one of the best shooters ever made; This is just a lot of fun.
  26. ChristopherW.
    Sep 14, 2008
    8
    Bsttlefield: Bad Company is a very fun game. The single player mode isn't perfect, but it should be good enough for most first person shooter fans,with interesting( and funny) character design,large open world maps,amazing enviormental destruction and a lot more explosions than you would expect, the single player alone is enough,but on top of it there is a very adicting( and hard) Bsttlefield: Bad Company is a very fun game. The single player mode isn't perfect, but it should be good enough for most first person shooter fans,with interesting( and funny) character design,large open world maps,amazing enviormental destruction and a lot more explosions than you would expect, the single player alone is enough,but on top of it there is a very adicting( and hard) online multiplayer that is worth spending an hour hocking your PS3 or 360 up to the internet.Overall: 8.5 of 10 seems about right.… Expand
  27. MasonA.
    Sep 11, 2008
    10
    Singleplayer is somewhat short, but is very entertaining. The sound environment is astounding and brings the game more realism than most think. Multiplayer is extremely addictive and intense and worth enduring some small lag and connection issues that you ussually get with any EA multiplayer game. Truly an "all around great FPS"
  28. JulianR.
    Aug 5, 2008
    9
    Verry good game I´m playing it every day.
  29. DavidB.
    Jul 31, 2008
    10
    This is the best shooting game on Earth. The sound of the gunfire is so much better than COD4. If you like fps games I recommend this game.
  30. ChristopherB.
    Jul 24, 2008
    9
    Great single player (a little short), and like the other 'battlefield' games a great multiplayer (in gameplay and performance...unlike call of duty 4). Some visual glitches but still a highly recommended game, especially to other 'Battlefield' veterans.
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Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 50 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 48 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 50
  3. Negative: 0 out of 50
  1. Game Informer
    93
    The extreme polish evident in the final product makes it all worthwhile. Both single- and multiplayer shine - at long last redeeming DICE for the crappy bot-fests offline players had to endure in previous games in the series. [July 2008, p.82]
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  2. Gameplanet
    90
    It may lack the finesse in the single-player that some similar titles have, but it does a great job of making you feel the part as you roll into combat with guns blazing, your squad hooting and bellowing behind you. Add to this the multiplayer which is well rounded and realistic, yet big on the fun, and you have a great experience which could ultimately have you playing for months and months.
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  3. IGN UK
    85
    In spite of its sluggish opening, Battlefield: Bad Company goes on to produce one of the most entertaining first-person shooters since last year’s "Call of Duty 4."
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