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  1. May 15, 2022
    7
    An all round decent shooter. I only played the campaign, had a really good time. Its action-packed and looks pretty. The sound is also impressive, especially for a game this old.
    Sure the narrative is on par with everything else out there but I still had a hell of a lot of fun.
    My only gripes are that the ending trophies didn't unlock and because of that I won't be going back to it.
  2. Jun 10, 2014
    7
    Let me start off by saying BF4 is an amazing game, graphics are great the feel is a little sluggish to me tho on the online multiplayer, however it offers a lot of choices which is great. The server has recently gotten a whole lot better which was about to drive me crazy. The only thing I hate is that it takes so long to re-spawn. That being said I have always been a Call Of Duty Fan butLet me start off by saying BF4 is an amazing game, graphics are great the feel is a little sluggish to me tho on the online multiplayer, however it offers a lot of choices which is great. The server has recently gotten a whole lot better which was about to drive me crazy. The only thing I hate is that it takes so long to re-spawn. That being said I have always been a Call Of Duty Fan but BF4 has a lot to offer if your tired of the same ol same ol with call of duty I will be buying Battle Field Hardline and Call Of Duty Advanced Warfare to compare the two. BF4 campaign and multiplayer will surely keep you occupied its worth buying. Expand
  3. Jun 21, 2014
    8
    Pros:
    +Huge maps and game
    +chaotic fun
    +great levolution
    +amazing graphics

    Cons:
    -Uses Origin
    -At times glitchy or laggy
    -Campaign is Horrible

    This game is not great, and EA refuses to let go of Origin. But if it's this or Call of Duty Ghosts, choose this.
  4. Jul 13, 2014
    8
    Had this on xbox one and ps4, i prefer it on ps4 myself think it looks and runs better, really like the game and i find it has a lot of replay value with the trophies
  5. Oct 30, 2014
    7
    First off, let me state that I only bought this game for the single-player campaign--I don't play games online. I'd probably give this game a higher rating if I was in it for the multiplayer, but who knows? I realized the campaign was only going to be a 5-6 hour experience but bought the game anyway seeing as how it was only $15 after my trade-in.

    (which was "The Evil Within" btw, the
    First off, let me state that I only bought this game for the single-player campaign--I don't play games online. I'd probably give this game a higher rating if I was in it for the multiplayer, but who knows? I realized the campaign was only going to be a 5-6 hour experience but bought the game anyway seeing as how it was only $15 after my trade-in.

    (which was "The Evil Within" btw, the **** game i've played on PS4 but that's another story)

    I'm not really a CoD or Battlefield fanboy.....but I will say I enjoy this game more than any CoD game I've played since WM3. The campaign just gives you more freedom and space to work with. Sure, it's a linear game just like every other Military FPS but here you are usually given a larger area to work with and you don't have to take the EXACT same path through each level to succeed. The game encourages you to improvise paths/strategies to find out what works best for you.

    When you find yourself in a vehicle in this game it doesn't feel like a turret/scripted section like in other FPS games. In fact, much of the time you don't technically need to use vehicles in the game at all if don't desire to. Also I enjoy that the scripted moments are kept to a minimum when compared to other modern military FPS games....which probably is for the best since the plot is admittedly generic.

    This game can't be given a single point for being original as it is clearly just a CoD clone. That's not a bad thing though, sometimes the knock-offs actually improve upon what they're stealing from. This seems to be the case with this game.

    Of the three FPS games i've played on PS4 this one is tied with Metro: Redux which I also enjoyed but ultimately traded-in due to it's bugs/glitches. From what I've read this game may have been really buggy/glitchy upon release, but playing through the campaign I noticed a very minimal amount of technical issues. Probably due to my keeping my software/firmware updated & current.

    7.4/10
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  6. Jul 5, 2014
    7
    Battlefield 4 was on shaky grounds when it first released. My campaign saves kept on getting corrupted and deleted, I was constantly kicked off of servers, and most of all I was not enjoying the experience. The game has been patched since then and we finally have the version that should've been released at launch. For me the single player campaign started good but finished horribly.Battlefield 4 was on shaky grounds when it first released. My campaign saves kept on getting corrupted and deleted, I was constantly kicked off of servers, and most of all I was not enjoying the experience. The game has been patched since then and we finally have the version that should've been released at launch. For me the single player campaign started good but finished horribly. The ending to me seemed rushed and was very anti-climatic. The multiplayer is a much better experience that can hog up hours of your life. However, I think this is it's downfall. As a casual gamer, I don't have 1,000 hours to invest into this game to reach top rank. I have a job, girl friend, and a life. Why make the leveling up process.... sooooooo.... sloooooow? Sure maybe it's rewarding to the fans who make the grind which is great, but this game fell flat for me after rank 40. With having that said, I still give this game credit for having a fun multiplayer experience. It's currently the best on the market for first person shooters. I would suggest that if a single player campaign is more important to you then give Wolfenstein a try. Expand
  7. Jul 14, 2014
    1
    Purchased the game but it feels like a demo. For nearly every game mode or map i have to buy expansions. Avoid this sneaky new business model people. The game may cost like 50$ but you will need to pay atleast 50$ more for expansions. And probably even more.
  8. Aug 20, 2014
    6
    So this game has a ton of issues for PS4 and I have held off writing any kind of review because I was hoping it would be fixed by the time I actually got unlazy and made a metacritic account.

    Here are some of the issues: 1. The campaign mode (ya ya, I play campaign mode and it is a crucial part of the game to me) is great, but I had to turn my internet connection off to do it. The
    So this game has a ton of issues for PS4 and I have held off writing any kind of review because I was hoping it would be fixed by the time I actually got unlazy and made a metacritic account.

    Here are some of the issues:

    1. The campaign mode (ya ya, I play campaign mode and it is a crucial part of the game to me) is great, but I had to turn my internet connection off to do it. The glitch in the game doesn't save any progress if you turn off the game and it is connected to the internet. It required that I use a USB and stay offline until I finished. ANNOYING since to collect trophies you need to beat it at least 3 times.

    2. Online rubberbanding. Enough said.

    3. Non-existent hitbox. I saw a gif that explained it best - there will be times when you will literally shoot right through someone's face online and it will not register..... leading to point 4

    4. said person will then one shot kill you through a wall. This must be something to do with rubberbanding or just plain bad physics but I have been shot around walls sooooooooooooooooooo many times.

    5. Bad fps or latency on multiplayer conquest maps. The look good and lots of different play styles, but hell if you don't have a complete "oh s**t" moment when a building collapses and FPS drops to -3.

    That said, why give it a 6 (maybe 7). Despite the issues I have logged well over 300 hours because there isn't much else in terms of multiplayer available. Now that other games have come out, I haven't played it in a while but it still has entertainment value if I hop on with a few friends.

    So if you are looking for a game with decent play value, get it, but if you want a polished product - stay away because even a year in the game is a joke and EA has definitely shifted resources to their next gen of games.
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  9. Jul 20, 2014
    8
    Single player:7/10 Multiplayer:8/10 Graphics:9/10 Gameplay:7/10 Final Verdict: For Hardcore FPS Players I Recommend This But For Average FPS Players Its All Matter Of Preference
  10. Jul 29, 2014
    9
    This game has been out for nearly a year now and let me say that this game has come a long way. About 98% of the previous bugs and glitches that plagued Battlefield 4's launch are now nonexistent and any other issues are minor and very, very rarely happen. The singleplayer campaign is definitely better than BF3's, which I could hardly stand, but still not the main focus of the game andThis game has been out for nearly a year now and let me say that this game has come a long way. About 98% of the previous bugs and glitches that plagued Battlefield 4's launch are now nonexistent and any other issues are minor and very, very rarely happen. The singleplayer campaign is definitely better than BF3's, which I could hardly stand, but still not the main focus of the game and in all truthfulness, you likely won't bother to complete it. Besides, you know this is a multiplayer game when the first option in the main menu is to go to multiplayer. As for the multiplayer itself, it is Battlefield at it's finest. If you can't tell what that means, just go look up multiplayer gameplay. Expand
  11. Jul 29, 2014
    7
    In short, Battlefield 4 isn't a great game, but it isn't a bad game either.

    Campaign: If you're expecting an amazing in-depth story, then you will be disappointed. If you expect an explosive action packed thrill ride akin to many action movies, then you'll get what you want here. Multiplayer: Upon release, Battlefield 4 was hindered by a load of bugs, glitches, and exploits that were
    In short, Battlefield 4 isn't a great game, but it isn't a bad game either.

    Campaign: If you're expecting an amazing in-depth story, then you will be disappointed. If you expect an explosive action packed thrill ride akin to many action movies, then you'll get what you want here.

    Multiplayer: Upon release, Battlefield 4 was hindered by a load of bugs, glitches, and exploits that were often game breaking. Are they still around? Yes, but not as much as they were at launch. It can sometimes be frustrating to get past these problems, but now they happen less and are quickly overcome. Undoubtedly, the selling point of this game is the "Levolution" feature, in which elements of the map are destroyed or changed as the battle rages around them, culminating in a big "Levolution" event which greatly changes the map in some circumstances. These are often varied in size and scope, and range from a floor collapsing, a tower falling down, the side of a building crumbling, steam pipes exploding causing a bridge to collapse, a large ship crashing ashore, and an epic collapse of a huge skyscraper, shrouding the map in dust and debris. It is worth playing the multiplayer just to witness these events at least once. As for the rest of the multiplayer, it functions nearly the same as Battlefield 3, which is good for those who enjoyed it, but means that those who didn't enjoy Battlefield 3 and aren't impressed by the "Levolution" feature will have a hard time enjoying this one.
    However, any person who enjoys FPS games is likely to enjoy this, so they should be encouraged to pick this game up as it is definitely one of the most prolific and popular FPS franchises at the moment.
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  12. Jul 31, 2014
    5
    I was looking forward to this re-capturing my enjoyment of first person shooting games. It failed, when I had the time to get into it there were too many bugs. Now I find it hard to bring myself to start the game just to play through the single player campaign.
  13. Jul 31, 2014
    10
    i really liked this game .its first bf game i play and i really liked it style .because its not just shooting and reloading like cod .and it requires skills to play plus it has nice graphics
  14. Sep 10, 2014
    5
    During 4 months the game was completely broken. Hard to get into a match, lots of errors to log in into the servers and there was no way to invite friends to your group. Then they fixed some errors and the way EA apologized was by giving us "XP boost". That was a bad idea and they are still selling their DLC at the same price. Without DLC's, this game doesn't worth your money and time.
  15. Sep 10, 2014
    5
    Compared to Call of Duty, then yes, Battlefield IS better. But it's like comparing 2 turds to each other. You can choose which one is better, but they don't stop being turds. Said that, they also don't stop being the same every year and somehow managing to be WORSE every year. It pretty much feels like Battlefield 3.000000249. Not much improved. The story is no longer smart and complicatedCompared to Call of Duty, then yes, Battlefield IS better. But it's like comparing 2 turds to each other. You can choose which one is better, but they don't stop being turds. Said that, they also don't stop being the same every year and somehow managing to be WORSE every year. It pretty much feels like Battlefield 3.000000249. Not much improved. The story is no longer smart and complicated but back to the old "Blah de blah de blah China blah de blah de blah Russia blah de blah de blah AMERICA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!". The game's community has certantly seen a decline, since all CoD fanboys have now moved to battlefield which pretty much means "prepare to lose all faith in humanity". Although it manages to keep all interesting features from Battlefield 3, they feel samey and repeated rather than tweaked and improved. The game doesn't require much skill (unlike what a BF/CoD fanboy will tell you). It's just shoot,shoot and occasionally stab/blow up. 5/10 average game Expand
  16. Aug 15, 2014
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is amazing if you don't look at the single player but the online is 10 out of 10 I love every part of the multiplayer but the single player can not be put aside it is broken and the AI sucks but the multi-player that is a thing of the future presiding you have friends to play it with it is like world of Warcraft ok playing by your self but amazing with friends Expand
  17. Aug 23, 2014
    5
    Battlefield 4 was the first game I bought for the PS4 and first starting it up my first impression was "damn this is gorgeous", but then, the game crashed. That word sums up Battlefield 4 in a nutshell. Battlefield 4 is a beautiful game with familiar gameplay. The story is very cookie cutter, the characters are nothing special, which is not unusual for FPS war games (is anyone else gettingBattlefield 4 was the first game I bought for the PS4 and first starting it up my first impression was "damn this is gorgeous", but then, the game crashed. That word sums up Battlefield 4 in a nutshell. Battlefield 4 is a beautiful game with familiar gameplay. The story is very cookie cutter, the characters are nothing special, which is not unusual for FPS war games (is anyone else getting tired of silent protagonists?). The multiplayer portion I can't honestly can't say much about. It crashed so many times on me that I just gave up with it and went back to BF3. The game is fun, but completely familiar and brings nothing new to the genre. I'd say wait for Hardline. Expand
  18. Aug 27, 2014
    3
    After almost a year,people still shoot you trough walls.laggy servers,overpowered weapons at a level never seen,this franchise died for me.Rest in Bits
  19. Sep 10, 2014
    9
    The campaign was different and unique in it's own way. Battlefield 4 gave you a little more freedom to how you wanted to complete your missions. The campaign is still not the selling point of Battlefield, Multiplayer is definitely the seller. At launch Multiplayer was terrible with bugs and lag, but very enjoyable when it worked. Now looking at the Multiplayer today it runs smooth and withThe campaign was different and unique in it's own way. Battlefield 4 gave you a little more freedom to how you wanted to complete your missions. The campaign is still not the selling point of Battlefield, Multiplayer is definitely the seller. At launch Multiplayer was terrible with bugs and lag, but very enjoyable when it worked. Now looking at the Multiplayer today it runs smooth and with 64 players in a room the battles are intense and action packed. This is by far the best FPS out there. Expand
  20. Aug 31, 2014
    6
    This game looks amazing on next gen but it fails overall as battlefield. The maps are terrible mainly because it is impossible to play rush on them. It feels like the only good maps are in the dlc which cost an extra $50. The multiplayer was unplayable for the first few months because it was filled with bugs and glitches. The campaign is boring and forgettable.
  21. May 24, 2015
    10
    Fun campaign, excellent multiplayer! This game is epic! Bought this game for the Ps4 one year ago, I usually finish games within 2 months and trade them in. They have fixed this game completely. Never going to trade this gem in. I have had no issues with it. This game deserves perfect score. Great game!!!
  22. Sep 15, 2014
    1
    Awful abomination, that was created for whatever reason, but not enjoyment. It's not a shooter, but arcade. Hit registration for that game will make you question the reason why multiplayer exist for this game. Cheating, hacking, glitching and poor balance on top of that: that's all what you will find in this game for unreasonable price... Don't even think about investment in this game.Awful abomination, that was created for whatever reason, but not enjoyment. It's not a shooter, but arcade. Hit registration for that game will make you question the reason why multiplayer exist for this game. Cheating, hacking, glitching and poor balance on top of that: that's all what you will find in this game for unreasonable price... Don't even think about investment in this game. There is not tactic, stealth or teamplay. If you want to buy C-grade product that use glory of old and famous Battlefield name - do it, otherwise consider buying another game, nor BF:Hardline by the way, it's gods level awful too. Expand
  23. Oct 22, 2014
    6
    64 players multiplayer is annoying and the rest is semi-interesting. Maybe too "real" for me. Didnt finish campaign, only played for 15-20 minutes...
  24. Oct 17, 2014
    9
    Is this the reason why you bought a New Gen console? It was for me. And yes, I remember the extreme frustration that came with not being able to play this game. However, I was fortunate enough to trade in for multiple PS4 games so when Battlefield wasn't working I could play Assassin's Creed, Fifa, etc.

    However, if this was the only game I bought and the only reason I got a PS4, this
    Is this the reason why you bought a New Gen console? It was for me. And yes, I remember the extreme frustration that came with not being able to play this game. However, I was fortunate enough to trade in for multiple PS4 games so when Battlefield wasn't working I could play Assassin's Creed, Fifa, etc.

    However, if this was the only game I bought and the only reason I got a PS4, this game would get a score of 1... at the time at least. Now with the looming Battlefield Hardline, I thought I'd mention that this game is better than Battlefield 3 on previous gen consoles. 64 players make it hectic, fun, but can strain a slower internet.

    The single player campaign is more enjoyable than 3 but not quite the caliber of the Bad Company series. It's also relatively short (I beat it in around 7-8 hours) and I have a tough time not thinking that Call of Duty: Ghosts had a better story with more interesting "set pieces" even if it was over-the-top Hollywoodized.

    Comparisons aside, Battlefield 4 does offer a lot of variety in it's well-polished multiplayer and it can be fun to lone wolf as a sniper or help out random allies. However, Battlefield is the most fun while playing with friends and squadmates that know what they're doing and play their roles well.

    I'm also glad to see "Base and Spawn humping" has been addressed, ie. jets no longer have to take off and enemies cannot get to your base. That doesn't mean a game cannot be severely mismatched due to some balancing issues. I found myself quitting out of unbalanced matches after only one map and staying in balanced matches longer than I should have.

    I also think Battlefield 4 creates a better since of accomplishment doling out upgrades, new gear, awards, and "battle boxes" frequently. And balancing weapons and equipment better than predecessors.

    The vehicle controls take some time to get used to and are quite difficult. That can be a good thing because Air Superiority can more easily be combated. It feels as if the game has a more "rock, scissors, paper" approach to combat and an infantryman with the right equipment and skill can actually repel or defeat armored attacks.

    I also found myself using the PS Share feature for those awe-inspiring moments that your friends may not have believed in the past. Now you have proof.

    You may have heard of Levolution (sp?). Levolution basically alters the way a map or area plays. It is not a fluid organic thing however. It is a scripted event that you typically know is coming and when. They are cool, but some levels end up being cooler than others. Examples include map flooding, hurricanes, skyscrapers collapsing, etc.

    Also, I'm a big fan of multiple approaches in a multiplayer match, especially with this franchise, and Battlefield 4 really seems to take this into consideration. There aren't as many bottleneck areas or areas where a tank can dominate . Basically, all maps feel like they were tested thoroughly to ensure the proper ebb and flow of combat and to discourage any one aspect from dominating a map.

    Some negative staples of the Battlefield franchise still exist, like the aforementioned server imbalance, nerfed sniping, awkward melee, taking an objective only to lose it right after leaving, and "micro transactions leading to dominance" among a few other issues.

    Speaking of transactions. I am a fan of the Premium service. I waited and purchased it when the third DLC came out because I still got access to previous Gold Packs, Premium exclusive content (typically aesthetic), and it financially made since. However, I hate the fact that anyone can spend real money to unlock the best weapons, equipment, etc. It's pricey and a person still has to have the skill to back it up, but it can be frustrating in certain scenarios (especially with jets) or when your gun does get outmatched.

    Also, in case you didn't know; Battlepacks have different tiers (gold, bronze, etc) and have random goodies inside. These are typically scopes, camo, etc. and the odds of getting something more useful are increased (if not guaranteed) with the higher quality battlepacks. You can also spend real money on these.

    None of the micro-transactions should surprise you if you knew that EA publishes this franchise.

    All in all, I've had my fun with this game. The DLC is arguably worth it (I love it), Battlefield 4 is not perfect, but it is great. And I'm not quite ready for a new Battlefield to come out. I'd give this game a 9.5 now if I could.
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  25. Nov 22, 2014
    8
    -1 pour la campagne.
    -1 on voit toujours des nouveau équipement alors qu'on les a déjà.

    voila pour l'instant. je mettrais mon avis a jour quand j'aurais joué un peut plus.
  26. Oct 29, 2014
    8
    Battlefield 4 looks and feels like a next gen game with its realistic graphics and destructible environments however technical issues stop it from becoming an all-time classic. Single player for me was slightly repetitive and felt like a near clone of the previous installment. The save file also kept wiping on my PS4 which made me restart the campaign at least 3 times. Multiplayer howeverBattlefield 4 looks and feels like a next gen game with its realistic graphics and destructible environments however technical issues stop it from becoming an all-time classic. Single player for me was slightly repetitive and felt like a near clone of the previous installment. The save file also kept wiping on my PS4 which made me restart the campaign at least 3 times. Multiplayer however is a blast with huge maps and 64 players which leads to an immersive experience. However sometimes i felt the spawn points were bad and the melee combat was of poor quality. However all in all Battlefield 4 did live up to its billing. Expand
  27. Nov 5, 2014
    6
    Battlefield 4 is the newest entry into the legacy franchise by developer DICE and presents a continuation building on the foundation developed by it's predecessor, Battlefield 3. But, is the foray into this Battlefield worth the price, or should you sit this one out until the next call to arms?

    After playing both the launch version of Battlefield 4, and the newest version of Battlefield
    Battlefield 4 is the newest entry into the legacy franchise by developer DICE and presents a continuation building on the foundation developed by it's predecessor, Battlefield 3. But, is the foray into this Battlefield worth the price, or should you sit this one out until the next call to arms?

    After playing both the launch version of Battlefield 4, and the newest version of Battlefield 4 (post DICE LA update) I am impressed by the turn that the future of the franchise has taken. Battlefield 4 launched boasting an impressive suite of features, most of which were unavailable due to a rather toxic and bug ridden launch. While not entirely known for it's campaign, Battlefield 4 delivers a rather memorable experience that puts you in the shoes of a soldier in charge of preventing an all out war over political espionage. As expected, you will tour a variety of locations with your squad, destroying all that stand in your path while engaging in adrenaline filled glory as you unleash a foray of lead in the air. However, what Battlefield is known for is it's multiplayer experience, which at launch, and up until a few weeks ago, was plagued with network connection errors, bugs, netcode issues, and a host of other unpleasant items commonly equated to an incomplete game. With Battlefield Hardline fast approaching, DICE LA took the mantle to fix issues prevalent in the game to prove to fans that they can, and will, produce op notch quality games in lieu of the former DICE Sweden. DICE LA has taken what was initially an awful game, not worthy of a single dollar, and breathed life into the franchise once again. Battlefield 4 on the PS4 has never been better, but unfortunately, it is too little too late. While Battlefield 4 is remarkably better in terms of its multiplayer experience now after much needed updates, many players have moved on and long since returned copies of the game. As such, there is a heap of fantastic multiplayer content that is barely being played. Unfortunately, DICE LA's work to re-establish the franchise in preparation for release of Battlefield Hardline may have been a waste as this title was already dead in the water long ago. However, its nice to see developers support a title, especially one that they didn't create. Battlefield 4 is best avoided due to the lack of activity surrounding a title that was neglected by it's developers for far too long.
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  28. Nov 24, 2014
    10
    Battlefield 4 is now really awesome!
    There are a lot new details which makes BF4 to BF4. I like the mix between BF3 moving and BF4 animation. And if you play with friends or with a clan you can play very tactically.
  29. Mar 3, 2015
    8
    They have finally released the winter patch. It does improve alot of things but this is OVER A YEAR to fix these issues that they've since launch. I still would not buy Battlefield 4. Save your money or go buy a more solid shooter like Rising Storm or many of the other Fps's on the market.
  30. Nov 20, 2014
    8
    It cannot be denied that Battlefield is heading in the right direction for multiplayer shooters. With the introduction of 64 online players, it's one of the best experiences you would have on a shooter to date. Where the game disappoints is the story mode, which is less enjoyable than the Bad Company series, and perhaps more free map packs would intrigue more of the public to make a purchase.
Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. Apr 16, 2014
    90
    In comparison with the current-gen of consoles, Battlefield 4 is the shooter for the next-gen consoles. The graphics are even more stunning than before and there’s an ability to play with more gamers on the console. Choose the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One-version above the current-gen versions.
  2. The issues aren’t ruinous, and in the case of the multiplayer more an inconvenience that EA needs to address than anything else – but it’s enough to take the shine off what should be one of the best shooters on PS4.
  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Feb 13, 2014
    91
    Battlefield 4 is an excellent multiplayer FPS with wildly varied vehicles and interesting maps. [Jan 2014]