Star Wars Battlefront II

 PlayStation 4
User Score
1.7

Overwhelming dislike- based on 8873 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,158 out of 8873
  2. Mixed: 470 out of 8873
  3. Negative: 7,245 out of 8873
Buy Now
Buy on

Review this game

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  1. Huikk4poks
    Nov 16, 2017
    1
    Battlefront 2 is a good example to stop buying games from EA. Everything that they promised at the beginning, that they are going to fix everything from the first one and "we have listened fans!" they F**KED it up. If you are buying a full priced game you should get proper game with a game mechanics that are fair for the buyer, but no! EA´s strategy is to make you pay more. UsuallyBattlefront 2 is a good example to stop buying games from EA. Everything that they promised at the beginning, that they are going to fix everything from the first one and "we have listened fans!" they F**KED it up. If you are buying a full priced game you should get proper game with a game mechanics that are fair for the buyer, but no! EA´s strategy is to make you pay more. Usually something is locked from the player and wants to buyer to purchase more dlc´s or loot boxes. Do not buy this game!… Expand
  2. DJGreenFlow
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    Campaign is too short and the multiplayer is P2W. EA really screwed over an arguably well designed game with their standard brand of greed. Not to mention that you aren't allowed to play offline to gather credits as well because that doesn't fit into their profitable system.
  3. AntonioMC
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    A que estamos llegando?? Pagar por un juego 70 eurazos para tener que seguir pagando por cajas y mierdas sino en el online eres un mojon. Una campaña de 3 horas y media.
    Micropagos? 100 euros es un micropago??
  4. snirre
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    DO NOT BUY.

    Don't support this business model. This is paying Full price for a freemium game experience!
    We need to come together as gamers and protest this kind of behaviour from publishers!
  5. Kevin2077
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    The feels when you create an account on Metacritic for the sole purpose of bringing that 0.9 down to the more appropriate score of 0. Mind you, the industry has to be in a pretty sorry state that every new release by a major publisher turns the user reviews section into some weird sort of petition saying "f**k off with microtransactions". It doesn't matter if you have no interest inThe feels when you create an account on Metacritic for the sole purpose of bringing that 0.9 down to the more appropriate score of 0. Mind you, the industry has to be in a pretty sorry state that every new release by a major publisher turns the user reviews section into some weird sort of petition saying "f**k off with microtransactions". It doesn't matter if you have no interest in Battlefront or bashing EA. Just once this year I'd like one of the games I was keen for to not have these damned mobile game mechanics.

    People have been banging on about taking a stand against this sort of nonsense for years, but I feel Battlefront in particular is a fork in the road for the industry. Seems insane to think you have Battlefield 1, that worked so well without this sort of economy, and decide to do more or less the same thing but as a $60 mobile game.

    I'd just keep demanding your refunds at the moment. It's not like they'd fix it for any other reason.    … Expand
  6. Chenhanhnannnah
    Nov 16, 2017
    2
    Lots of people give it a zero. I think 2 is more fair to this game.
    For $60 you get a 4-hour-long mediocre campaign, and kids' favourite: loot crates gambling. People love gambling, it's human nature.
  7. FrankieTwoHands
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    I usually don't mind games with lootboxes or microtransactions due to the fact that they typically only serve cosmetic purposes. This game, however, has placed performance enhancing abilities and perks within lootboxes instead of awarding such skill points through normal progression of the game and completing challenges. I mean, I just want to play the game, man. I don't want to have toI usually don't mind games with lootboxes or microtransactions due to the fact that they typically only serve cosmetic purposes. This game, however, has placed performance enhancing abilities and perks within lootboxes instead of awarding such skill points through normal progression of the game and completing challenges. I mean, I just want to play the game, man. I don't want to have to spend any more that the $60 I would have already shelled out just to have a somewhat competent multiplayer experience. It's a shame because I feel like this game has the potential of being something great, but unfortunately it has been produced by a company that only cares about making as much money off of gambling addicts as it possibly can.… Expand
  8. MilanYildirim
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    I would have given a 7 if that game was a free to play game but when l pay $60 l expect a full game. Not lootbox microtransactions **** I feel remorse that l've bought that crap. Don't recommend to anyone.
  9. RockyXVII
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    The intent is to provide players with a sense of pride and accomplishment for unlocking different heroes.
    As for cost, we selected initial values based upon data from the Open Beta and other adjustments made to milestone rewards before launch. Among other things, we're looking at average per-player credit earn rates on a daily basis, and we'll be making constant adjustments to ensure that    The intent is to provide players with a sense of pride and accomplishment for unlocking different heroes.
    As for cost, we selected initial values based upon data from the Open Beta and other adjustments made to milestone rewards before launch. Among other things, we're looking at average per-player credit earn rates on a daily basis, and we'll be making constant adjustments to ensure that players have challenges that are compelling, rewarding, and of course attainable via gameplay.
    We appreciate the candid feedback, and the passion the community has put forth around the current topics here on Reddit, our forums and across numerous social media outlets.
    Our team will continue to make changes and monitor community feedback and update everyone as soon and as often as we can.    … Expand
  10. akus_1985
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    Typically, I would think it would be ridiculous to review a game without playing it. But in this case, I believe it's warranted. Based on the gameplay videos I've seen, Battlefront 2 looks, sounds, and plays rather well. But the micro-transactions, and pay-to-win leveling up system implemented by EA is unacceptable and unbelievably greedy. Slimy business practices like this are ruiningTypically, I would think it would be ridiculous to review a game without playing it. But in this case, I believe it's warranted. Based on the gameplay videos I've seen, Battlefront 2 looks, sounds, and plays rather well. But the micro-transactions, and pay-to-win leveling up system implemented by EA is unacceptable and unbelievably greedy. Slimy business practices like this are ruining modern gaming, and it's a shame so many gamers tolerate such things. Vote with your wallet. Don't purchase this game, and give these con-artists any of your money.… Expand
  11. ps4gameuser
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    I tried playing this game, but theres cooldowns all the time. complete pay to win. I dont want to have to spend $60 to get a pay to play when I can get them for free. I really hope the user scores send a message to EA
  12. johnny768
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    I had purchased this game having the highest of hopes since my childhood was filled with great memories of the original Star Wars Battlefront 2, however this game brings the series to a whole new low. With release day having a required 40 gameplay hours to unlock the first character i was so frustrated with EA i threw my gamer against the wall desecrated on it and threw it in the trash, iI had purchased this game having the highest of hopes since my childhood was filled with great memories of the original Star Wars Battlefront 2, however this game brings the series to a whole new low. With release day having a required 40 gameplay hours to unlock the first character i was so frustrated with EA i threw my gamer against the wall desecrated on it and threw it in the trash, i would like a full refund for this filth they call "AAA".… Expand
  13. Jonno_scout
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    Im not a fan of pay to win, and dropping $100 on top of a $60 game to *maybe* get enough credits to buy out a *single* hero is ridiculous. Im not grinding for 40 hours, and Im not paying even more money.
  14. Tropic_salsa
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    I see some people are still defending the lootbox system that is being used in this game. Do they even realise that all character progression depends on these lootboxes? Do they realise how EA is ruining gaming by making their games pay to win? Don't they see how EA is slowly making progress in brainwashing the gaming community into believing they want to listen and respect us somehow?I see some people are still defending the lootbox system that is being used in this game. Do they even realise that all character progression depends on these lootboxes? Do they realise how EA is ruining gaming by making their games pay to win? Don't they see how EA is slowly making progress in brainwashing the gaming community into believing they want to listen and respect us somehow? People GAMBLE with real money in a FULLY priced game to progress. Weak minds spend hundreds of dollars on microtransactions, giving EA a reason to keep implementing these scumbag techniques. It is our task to oppose this corporate behaviour, and soon our governments will follow by realising that illegal gambling is being used in these games. F*** EA.… Expand
  15. Skipnipper
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    Such a basic game, ruined by greedy corporate c**k s*ckers. Complete disgrace of a game. Do not fall for the positive, one time 10/10 reviewers, they are clearly insane/EA shills/liars.
    (delete where applicable)
    I didn't think it would be so easy to ruin a franchise but EA have yet again set new benchmarks for sheer greed and asshattery. I sincerely hope they go out of business in the    Such a basic game, ruined by greedy corporate c**k s*ckers. Complete disgrace of a game. Do not fall for the positive, one time 10/10 reviewers, they are clearly insane/EA shills/liars.
    (delete where applicable)

    I didn't think it would be so easy to ruin a franchise but EA have yet again set new benchmarks for sheer greed and asshattery. I sincerely hope they go out of business in the near future, it will be fully deserved.    … Expand
  16. exXtaZzy
    Nov 16, 2017
    10
    Besides the fact that EA tries really hard to gain money, by letting gamers buy shortcuts for heroes, the game itself is a huge step forward in the right direction. It looks great on PS4 Pro, has lots of different game modes in multiplayer and is finally the product we've been hardly tried to see in battlefront 1. With lots of things to do and the motivation to play a certain amount ofBesides the fact that EA tries really hard to gain money, by letting gamers buy shortcuts for heroes, the game itself is a huge step forward in the right direction. It looks great on PS4 Pro, has lots of different game modes in multiplayer and is finally the product we've been hardly tried to see in battlefront 1. With lots of things to do and the motivation to play a certain amount of hours to unlock heroes first - except you are a rich kid with daddy's credit card - EA created a pretty good compromise for hardcore and casual players.

    Thankfully most heroes don't cost 60k credits anymore. So far, I'm a bit impressed what EA did, after people **** a reddit thread and voted down an explanation about 'why people should be proud to earn in a game, they already paid 60$ for'. But that's no reason to give a bad score to a great product. The upcoming DLC is completely free and somehow EA still tries to make money by giving an opportunity to earn heroes faster. To me, I don't really care. I won't spend money on this one and will try to earn my heroes with ingame credits. So should everyone else. The game is great, accept it    … Expand
  17. rdwiglejr
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    Pay to play my god is this what gaming is coming to please shot me now an be done with it . Major fail EA I am done with you will never purchase your games ever again. I also plan on trading all my EA games in at gamestop. See ya greedy buggers.
  18. Gyer
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    Shockingly blatant attempt at a money grab.
    EA are asking consumers to buy this game at full price, AS WELL as pay again for loot boxes?
    Scandalous!
  19. Bonovox
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    Congratulations EA, you have screwed up another game in a good franchise from a good developer. You can't **** help yourselves you greedy slimebags. Hope this game flops hard.
  20. Iracundus
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    I will not comment on the loot crate and pay to win issue as others have done that in great detail already. Suffice to say, I entirely agree with them.

    What I will comment on is the campaign which is actually what has me fired up. It is an example of completely deceitful marketing. Trailers and interviews made it seem like the campaign would depict an Imperial loyalist character.    I will not comment on the loot crate and pay to win issue as others have done that in great detail already. Suffice to say, I entirely agree with them.

    What I will comment on is the campaign which is actually what has me fired up. It is an example of completely deceitful marketing. Trailers and interviews made it seem like the campaign would depict an Imperial loyalist character. Star Wars has not had such a portrayal in a game since the 1990's with TIE Fighter's Maarek Stele character. Instead what do we get? We get someone who defects less than halfway through the campaign and we spend the majority of the time doing a tired repeat of the old "Imperial repents and turns Rebel". That story has been done to death in other forms in the Star Wars franchise!

    We could have had a chance to see an Imperial struggling in the wake of the Rebellion's victory and the disintegration of the Empire, and maybe we could have gained some insight into how the First Order formed. We could have had a character winning battles even though the larger war is still lost.
    We didn't need a total Imperial fanatic, acting like the stereotyped 2-dimensional villain. TIE Fighter's Maarek Stele was an Imperial loyalist but was not blind to the faults of the Empire. He just ultimately thought that for all its faults it was still better than the alternative. In more recent stuff, we have the character Rae Sloane (which is actually referenced in the campaign), but Sloane actually stays loyal even though she disagreed with the Emperor's scorched earth plan (i.e. Operation Cinder), which is pretty clearly based off Hitler's "Nero Decree". We could have had a nuanced Imperial character. Instead we get the same juvenile depictions as if no sane non-fanatical person could possibly support the Empire, and the only "good Imperial" is a defector.

    Ultimately though I am angry because we were LIED to and given a bait and switch. We were told it would be an Imperial campaign to show the Imperai POV and to have some "Imperial heroes". Instead we got a Rebel campaign, which couldn't even keep its Imperial disguise on for very long.    … Expand
  21. Greensparrow
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    Gone are the days where you bought a game and got to play a game, now you buy a game and then have the privileged of spending hundreds or thousands more to access all of the game.

    There used to be a time where there would be one or two playable characters locked behind ingame achievements, and I am all for that, but when a huge portion of the game becomes locked like this, when that    Gone are the days where you bought a game and got to play a game, now you buy a game and then have the privileged of spending hundreds or thousands more to access all of the game.

    There used to be a time where there would be one or two playable characters locked behind ingame achievements, and I am all for that, but when a huge portion of the game becomes locked like this, when that gameplay is more than just astetic, and most importantly when you offer people the ability to pay to unlock it, it stops being a game and starts becoming a casino.

    EA likes to defend loot boxes by saying you always get something so its not gambling, but if everyone is honest its really no different, imagine a slot machine that had a minimum payout per spin of 1 cent, it costs 5 cents per spin, so you always get something..... but most of the time what you get is not worth what you put in, hence gambling.

    So yes i gave this game a zero because as far as i can tell its just a pretty slot machine that i have to pay to own and pay again to play.    … Expand
  22. aydinj
    Nov 16, 2017
    1
    Don't buy this game! If you continue to buy games for 60$ and then microtransactions and then..., it will get worse ... EA
  23. iAmLegend87
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    EA tries to earn extra Money like the Mobile Games Industry does, but this fatally BS System don't work on Triple AAA Games ... i do not buy such a piece Crap ... i will never buy such type of games with Micro-transactions which makes you stronger ... buy AC; Origins ! I hope this dreadful reversal will not win the fight !!!
  24. BeConscious777
    Nov 16, 2017
    1
    Graphics are nice but i don't like it because, well .... you know just read the other reviews. Don't buy it, EA is total money grabbing garbage! Don't buy it, EA is total money grabbing garbage! Don't buy it, EA is total money grabbing garbage! Don't buy it, EA is total money grabbing garbage! Don't buy it, EA is total money grabbing garbage! Don't buy it, EA is total money grabbingGraphics are nice but i don't like it because, well .... you know just read the other reviews. Don't buy it, EA is total money grabbing garbage! Don't buy it, EA is total money grabbing garbage! Don't buy it, EA is total money grabbing garbage! Don't buy it, EA is total money grabbing garbage! Don't buy it, EA is total money grabbing garbage! Don't buy it, EA is total money grabbing garbage! Don't buy it, EA is total money grabbing garbage! Don't buy it, EA is total money grabbing garbage!… Expand
  25. Viktor_Sjoberg
    Nov 16, 2017
    10
    When people say pay to win they haven't played the game lot boxes make you better but your weapons and its easy to get sart cards for your weapons. but the game is really god and the single player is really nice produced
  26. desanctificati
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    This is madness...This is not F2P game but AAA full-priced title. I really don't think it's funny to die on each corner, killed by a premium dude. And it happens a lot...
  27. Coca-Cola
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    EA+Disney=Empire
    Community and Dice=Rebel
    We need to build a new Star Wars Battlefront with black jack and hookers.Because EA this is corporation of evil.
  28. cyenz
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    Pay to Win mobile model in a 60€ game is something that gamers do not want. Only EA could try to pull this off but i know that the majority of gamers will vote this decision with their wallet by not buying the game. It was one of the most anticipated titles this year for me but unless they remove all the microtransctions crap (unless they are only cosmetic) they will not see a single €Pay to Win mobile model in a 60€ game is something that gamers do not want. Only EA could try to pull this off but i know that the majority of gamers will vote this decision with their wallet by not buying the game. It was one of the most anticipated titles this year for me but unless they remove all the microtransctions crap (unless they are only cosmetic) they will not see a single € from me. Stay away from this game.… Expand
  29. Bf2iscrap
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    Sh1t game for w@nkers only buy this game if you are a pay to win scumbag who wants to give a billion dollar company more money, Ea are probably wiping their backsides with your cash on a daily basis.
  30. Dududustorm
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    This is gaming in 2017. Buy a AAA game for full price and deal with f2p cash shop that has 100% pay to win things in it. Thx but i am out. Not with me EA. And i am sorry that DICE has to deal with that s***storm now. Stop bashing DICE pls. This mechanics all come from those EA wannabe gamers.
Page:

Awards & Rankings

2
#2 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2017
3
#3 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2017

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 62 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 62
  2. Mixed: 36 out of 62
  3. Negative: 3 out of 62
  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Feb 6, 2018
    70
    Excellent online action offers hours of Stormtooper-shooting fun, but the so-so campaign stumbles, while cynical loot crates leave a sour taste. [Jan 2017, p.83]
  2. Gamersky
    Jan 21, 2018
    75
    Star Wars Battlefront II provides a greater ambition than the previous installment. It has powerful war scenes, a brand new single player mode, and shows a much more magnificent Star Wars Universe. But just like the Jedi should be ware of the dark side of the Force, this game also meets some similar situations, such as beleaguered microtransaction elements and character growth problems. The first 10 hours of this game is full of surprises; however, the further you play this game, the more disappointed you will get.
    Read full review
  3. PLAY! Zine
    Dec 29, 2017
    70
    Although game has huge problems with p2w microtransactions, it is still a good and fun gameplay experience with stunning visuals.
    Read full review
See all critic reviews »