Star Wars Battlefront II

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1.7

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  1. 72rus
    Nov 14, 2017
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Это просто позорище, бросающее тень на всю индустрию. Отличный пример того, как хорошая игра была просто уничтожена жадностью. НЕ ПОКУПАЙТЕ ЭТУ ИГРУ, пока разработчики и издатели не примут меры. Пусть нас услышат!"… Expand
  2. joshuacandar
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    One of you is lying. (79.0 - 1.1)
    And the real score is always the lowest.
    The graphics don't make a great game.
    The starwars games should focus in great storyteller. (lego starwars is the best so far)
    And stop be greedy EA
  3. Farzjke
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Игра самый большой позор за всю историю игровой индустрии, позор настолько велик, что даже переплюнул No Man's Sky, а всё почему?

    Начнём пожалуй с того, что я сильно ждал BF2 и очень сильно надеялся, что они исправят проблемы первой части(с чем они справились, но очень странно).

    Сюжетная кампания не представляет из себя вообще ничего хорошего. Мультиплеерные карты против тупых болванчиков - ботов с посредственным сюжетом, который слили ещё за 6 месяцев до выхода игры.

    Самый сок начинается с мультиплеерной составляющей, вот знаете, вроде бы и весело играть, стрелять по дурачкам без мозгов тоже весело, но есть одно "но". До момента, пока вы не встречаете донатера, тут и начинается веселье. Срач на Реддите тоже подлил масла в огонь, на что EA уволили одного из своих менеджеров и сделали цену на героев в 4 раза меньше, вот только один вопрос:
    "А зачем оно всё мне такое нужно?" - правильно. Незачем. Более никогда в жизни не поверю в трейлеры EA и их обещания так жe, как когда-то перестал верить в сказки от Юбисофт, спасибо за то, что хотя бы вернули средства за этот отстой, хотя и тут без подводных камней не обошлось, ибо пока игроки не обратили на это внимание, возврат средств был запрещён, круто, да?

    В конце-концов хочу сказать, что люди, прекращайте есть дерьмо.    … Expand
  4. neo0005nsk
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    This game supposed to become the title of the year as mimimum... Awful Pay2Win system breaks any view on a good PC game. EA killed many universes, so Star Wars will be next. I bought this game on PC and PS4 and will return in Origin. Biggest shame for AAA-project
  5. DigitAtlas
    Nov 15, 2017
    1
    To start with I'd like to say how great the gameplay, soundtrack and graphics are. They are amazing ! However the progression system in this game is AWFULL (notice capital letters) and is exactly like that of a free mobile game. Nothing (besides weapons) can be unlocked through gameplay everything else must be obtained via loot boxes (an in-game slot machine) or bought with credits (To start with I'd like to say how great the gameplay, soundtrack and graphics are. They are amazing ! However the progression system in this game is AWFULL (notice capital letters) and is exactly like that of a free mobile game. Nothing (besides weapons) can be unlocked through gameplay everything else must be obtained via loot boxes (an in-game slot machine) or bought with credits ( heroes). The loot boxes are the progression ! This makes unlocking anything both random and unrewarding. To make matters worse the price of these boxes is incredibly high 2000-4000 credits each compared to the meagre (capped) amount of credits you earned at the end of each match.

    However you'll be surprised to find out that buying loot boxes is quite easy during the first 10-20 hours of playing this game and you'll be buying 3to4 crates/hour. This is because your earning extra credits from levelling up and accomplishing various in game challenges but please rest assured that these do run out after some time and you'll find yourself opening 1 crate every 2.5 hours and this starts to make micro transactions so much more appealing. And I hear you saying:
    "But surely, if I play better I'll get more credits at the end of each match so clearly this 1crate/2.5hour doesn't apply to me !".
    Sadly no, the amount of credits you get is solely based on time you spend in game so you literally cannot go any faster. The ONLY way you can accelerate this process is by buying crates with real world money This is crazy ! This is a 60 $ game not a mobile game! This progression system is the worst I've ever seen in a AAA game, its just like a free to play game its been made deliberately unbearable to entice you to spend your money to progress faster. (When I mean unbearably slow I mean about 4500 hours to unlock everything in game at this 1crate/2.5 hours rate)

    "But surely the developers have to make money somewhere if they are to make free DLC like they promised, why should we complain it's a fair deal ?

    Yes, developing a game costs money but there is no need to implement micro transactions this aggressively there are other models that don't ruin the experience for everyone by making progression so slow in order to make you want to pay money to progress faster.

    "Pay money to progress faster ? Is this pay to win ?"

    Well now you mention it... Yes it is ! you can literally pay money to open crates which contain cards which give statistical advantages to you as a player : bigger blast radius for explosives, faster ships, faster fire rate, , slower cool downs on your abilities, longer effect for your abilities, more health, longer range for your abilities, ... etc. You can pay your way to victory. If two players of equal skill face off the one who's invested an extra 100 $ will win.

    For me this is the final blow there are other things I can do with my free time than getting frustrated over a Star wars game that has been tailored to make me fell frustrated enough in order to make me want to pay money in microtransactions AFTER I've paid the the full price tag. This has just left me with a sour taste in my mouth and no desire to actually play the game anymore.

    gameplay 10/10
    graphics 10/10
    sound&music 10/10
    microtransactions & progression 0/10

    It's such a shame but I can't give this more than a 1 simply because it's not fun. It's deeply frustrating in it's current state ! The progression system ruins the entire experience and If it were to be fixed I would buy it without the slightest hesitation.    … Expand
  6. Xuzon
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    I'm a huge Star Wars fan since I was 4, I was planning to buy this game ASAP I could afford it, but that progression system based on how big your wallet is instead of your skills is simply a game destroyer, I would understand it (well, almost) if it was a f2p game, but no, its a damn 60$ game :/

    P.S: I'm also a developer and this can't be tolerated
  7. Ger555
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    Simplemente Chorros y manipuladores!! Engañan a la gente con toda esta porkeria de micropagos. Abusan de una gran pelicula para robarle a sus seguidores y fans. Ojala les vaya como el orto con este juego.
  8. d_WAR_f
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    Только дети от 6 до 10 поведутся на эту игру ибо уже с 11 здравому человеку ясно что его хотят иметь за его же деньги.
    С развитием технологий android игры становятся разнообразнее и интереснее, а ААА-проекты на РС скатываются в полное гумно.    Только дети от 6 до 10 поведутся на эту игру ибо уже с 11 здравому человеку ясно что его хотят иметь за его же деньги.
    С развитием технологий android игры становятся разнообразнее и интереснее, а ААА-проекты на РС скатываются в полное гумно.
  9. JIELZy
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    NICE! p2w game for 60$.What next ? GOOD JOB EA !Don't buy it! this company is not worthy of our money. The game itself is not bad, but everything spoils in-game transactions!
  10. FETTkilledSOLO
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    This AMA for Star Wars: Battlefront II is digging a deeper hole that EA/DICE will not be able to get out of. All the Dev's answers are, "we hear your feedback but you'll have to buy the game and wait/hope for changes that we may or may not implement."

    Disney should never have given them exclusive license. They're use of loot crates is a blight on the industry and is conditioning    This AMA for Star Wars: Battlefront II is digging a deeper hole that EA/DICE will not be able to get out of. All the Dev's answers are, "we hear your feedback but you'll have to buy the game and wait/hope for changes that we may or may not implement."

    Disney should never have given them exclusive license. They're use of loot crates is a blight on the industry and is conditioning children to gambling. They turned a fun franchise game into a pay 2 win format. The gaming industry is more or less dead by greed.

    Fan have been requesting a Galactic Conquest mode which was in the ORIGINAL 2005 Battlefront games. We didn't get in in BFI and we expected them to rectify it with BFII. They completely overlooked the "DATA" they claim they check. As a MASSIVE Star Wars fan I was looking forward to EA redeeming itself with BFII. This has become an easy pass. I'll save my $60 for better games without this diseased cash grab.    … Expand
  11. sonido
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    advantages:
    graphics,
    climate

    disadvantages:
    short and boring campaign,
    credit earning cap,
    The true pay2win. Enormous costs or enormous grind. You decide.
  12. TheWitchar
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. F*ck micro transactions and f*ck EA, no reason to support this game. The problem is that people are still going to buy this. These kind of companies have to learn their lesson.… Expand
  13. dauntae
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    the campaign is dreadfully short, beat it in one sitting; and has little replay value. the online is ok right up until some dude comes by with a hero class and kills an entire map, the heros are OP and you have to buy them, even after that you have to hope for the best in matches because only one hero per match so its almost never you; also this loot box is ****
  14. Scedasticity
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    Game systems seem to be designed to "nudge" players to spend as much real money as possible. Game stinks of "free-to-play" model with $60 price tag. I won't support a company that uses predatory microtransactions in a game played by 13 year-olds (and let's be real--kids younger than that too). Untie game progression from gambling and then we can talk.
  15. ZaelART
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    I don't even consider this a game, this is a scam. You are nothing but a walking piggy bank to EA. Logging into this game is like entering an online casino - they're out for your cash and will stop at nothing to get it. Certain ship upgrades literally give you an aim-bot. If you want to do as much damage as someone who has dropped $2000 in micro-transactions, then you might be able toI don't even consider this a game, this is a scam. You are nothing but a walking piggy bank to EA. Logging into this game is like entering an online casino - they're out for your cash and will stop at nothing to get it. Certain ship upgrades literally give you an aim-bot. If you want to do as much damage as someone who has dropped $2000 in micro-transactions, then you might be able to catch up to them if you put in 2 hours a day for 6.2 years. If EA hasn't closed the game down by then, then maybe you'll be on a level playing field with the whales.… Expand
  16. Ledi-Alucard
    Nov 15, 2017
    1
    DICE did a good job! Beautiful and rich game! But EA f*** it up!
    1 - Gambling System (aka Lootboxes)
    2 - Bad Campaign.
    Очень ждала и хотела купить эту игру. Но не буду. Идите лесом мразоты.
  17. floaig
    Nov 16, 2017
    0
    Don't waste your hard earned money on this cash grab. If you support this shady business, it will only get worse. I know a star wars game is tempting for a fan, but if you really want a great game, you have to stop THIS
  18. EpicDice
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    I pre-ordered the Battlefront II Deluxe edition, having extensively played the beloved 2004 and 2005 originals and the 2015 Battlefront remake. A feature of the Deluxe model over the standard game permitted play prior to official release, and as a result I have spent the last 24-hours playing. However, buyer beware: this is not your atypical high-budget 'AAA' title; this game is betterI pre-ordered the Battlefront II Deluxe edition, having extensively played the beloved 2004 and 2005 originals and the 2015 Battlefront remake. A feature of the Deluxe model over the standard game permitted play prior to official release, and as a result I have spent the last 24-hours playing. However, buyer beware: this is not your atypical high-budget 'AAA' title; this game is better represented by a free-to-play mobile model.

    As a casual gamer, I have always been careful to avoid the free-to-play format which recovers revenue by tempting the player into purchasing in-game items and currencies via 'micro-transactions'. The in-game currency can then be used to buy 'loot-crates' which offer a chance to win more in-game items. The process can be repeated if the in-game item you want is not won immediately. Slot machines work in much the same manner, wherein if you do not win a prize you can place another coin in the slot and try, try again. Much to my dismay, this model has become popular with high-budget games such as Overwatch and the recent Call-of-Duty, wherein cosmetic items (think costumes or 'skins', alternate paint-jobs on weapons, etc.) can be won by this gambling process. However, Battlefront II is distinct in that the items available for gamble are essential to the game-play itself (such as aim-assist, damage multipliers and powerful in-game characters).

    Don't get me wrong though - the classic Star Wars backdrops and characters prominent in this game were visually impressive. Furthermore, the gameplay itself appeared fluid and characters were well-integrated with environs, despite minor character clipping I noticed only toward the end of my last session with the game. However, after every death at the hands of an enemy character, a small window would pop-up on the screen to indicate the in-game items and and associated power-ups used to defeat me. Despite in-game play timers placed on these upgrades before they can be used, many items persistent on my screen were clearly inaccessible at this pre-release stage of the game, except via micro-transactions. This constant visual reminder of in-game gambling largely nullifies any positive review I could provide about the graphical state of Battlefront II.

    Ultimately, as an Australian resident, I was able to return the game under the Australian Consumer Law citing misleading conduct. It was unreasonable to expect that a full-priced game such as Battlefront II employ in-game gambling mechanics to the degree that it governs play. I would not recommend this game and, furthermore, hope that this review stands to support those who have purchased this game and feel similarly mislead.    … Expand
  19. AnisAnis
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    it's really a paid scam to be better in a game on a fps and on mmo ok no problem but not on a fps there is no merit to play well on this game better your paid for won

    shame on you EA
  20. BulletMagnet24
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    There is no fun in hoarding gaming point to play an iconic character for the 30 secs of a gaming match, with greed in mind, there is only 4 face for the classes and in some games all the players are the same face, microtransactions do two things, rob you blind especial in a pay to win context and two, make gaming studios lazy, poor content, mechanics, playability and general creativity,There is no fun in hoarding gaming point to play an iconic character for the 30 secs of a gaming match, with greed in mind, there is only 4 face for the classes and in some games all the players are the same face, microtransactions do two things, rob you blind especial in a pay to win context and two, make gaming studios lazy, poor content, mechanics, playability and general creativity, all very obvious in this game. Don't forget it's not just EA to blame. DICE and all the other studios the contributed to the wasted shell of a game, bringing down the good name of Star Wars and promoting adults and children to plug money into a game, is this what Disney wants to promote in their franchise?… Expand
  21. ThatAlex
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    A $60 game should not also be pay-to-win and include so many microtransactions. I was really looking forward to this game, but i will not be purchasing it, and I encourage others to not buy this game, either. Ultimately the gaming industry is a business, but this is a blatant cash grab by EA, and it's up to the gaming community to let EA and the rest of gaming industry know that this isA $60 game should not also be pay-to-win and include so many microtransactions. I was really looking forward to this game, but i will not be purchasing it, and I encourage others to not buy this game, either. Ultimately the gaming industry is a business, but this is a blatant cash grab by EA, and it's up to the gaming community to let EA and the rest of gaming industry know that this is unacceptable and we will not purchase these kinds of games.… Expand
  22. sketchborn
    Nov 15, 2017
    1
    unshackled greed ruins what would otherwise be an incredibly fun an polished game. This is disrespectful to gamers and Star Wars alike, and no fan should support this product. The game itself deserves way more than a 1, and that's what make this situation so insulting, EA knows we want this product so they did everything to exploit us, ruining the experience for most people.
  23. DTide
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    Absolutely thrilled that The People called out these greedy, money-hungry swines. How low and deceitful could a company be to go and try something like this to loyal fans of this franchise that have waited so long for this game. I hope you disgusting human beings get what you deserve.
  24. epicpale89
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    Lies, deception. EA is charging $60-$80 for what should be a free to play game content on day one is locked behind a huge paywall with estimates to unlock all of the content in the thousands of hours and/or dollars. The developers/EA continue to say they "hear" us and then refuse to make the changes to the game that the player base wants. Read this following line and it is the ONLY thingLies, deception. EA is charging $60-$80 for what should be a free to play game content on day one is locked behind a huge paywall with estimates to unlock all of the content in the thousands of hours and/or dollars. The developers/EA continue to say they "hear" us and then refuse to make the changes to the game that the player base wants. Read this following line and it is the ONLY thing you need to do to fix the game: REMOVE LOOT-CRATES AND THE CURRENT PROGRESSION SYSTEM AND GIVE PLAYERS THE CONTENT THEY PAID FOR. I will actively boycott any and all EA games and actively discourage all friends/family/strangers to avoid this disgusting company.… Expand
  25. pgsfranco
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    I am boycotting this game on purpose. It's not even worth a proper review due to the greedy policies EA imposes on their consumers. It's ridiculous and i can't help but laugh at all the paid/hired reviews. I don't trust EA and neither should you, for the sake of your wallet. EA is ruining Star Wars. Not getting a dime from me. Move along, this is not the game you are looking for.
  26. Tinsnut
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    Pro's: Beautiful Game, very immersive. Game play is fun

    Con's: Campaign is short, other modes are pay to win - "loot crates" are not cosmetic and translate to actual game power

    Recommendation: Wait until it's in the bargain bin for the campaign, money saved can then be spent on "loot crates" and you might be competitive.
  27. vrnvorona
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    #Don't buy EA games and CRATES. This company gone too far, they need to be shown that they are wrong thinking we are stupid or idiots, trying to fool us whole lifespan of company. DLCing and now the worst MTX in history, plus company eaters and other problems. We need to stop them.
  28. ferdilicious
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    After playing the Origin Access with much anticipation, game-play was fun.

    However after a few matches I found it pretty clear what this game is, and that made me feel sour. The absolute fact that this game's progression system manipulates and encourages players to spend real life money for in-game advantages is: 1) Not fun 2) Not fair 3) Disrespectful, and 4) Clearly telling    After playing the Origin Access with much anticipation, game-play was fun.

    However after a few matches I found it pretty clear what this game is, and that made me feel sour.

    The absolute fact that this game's progression system manipulates and encourages players to spend real life money for in-game advantages is:

    1) Not fun
    2) Not fair
    3) Disrespectful, and
    4) Clearly telling me that the creators/publisher prioritises money over integrity.

    This feels like a free-to-play experience; when I pay a premium price for a game, I expect a premium experience.

    I have to admit, while trying to progress, the system does feel like a prettier version of a slot machine. As progression is tied to randomised loot boxes, essentially micro-gambling, it feels cheap. And to have this variation of gambling in a Disney game is just simply not cool to put it lightly.

    The game-play is fun when it isn't influenced by additional real life money.
    I do not want nor support the game in it's current state.
    A massive shame.    … Expand
  29. DONTBUYSWBF2
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    The systems that have infected and permeated Battlefront II to its core are a blatant display of gambling that preys on children. I understand that EA and Disney are soulless companies that only care about the bottom line, but they should really be ashamed. Not only of the product they have produced, but also their disgusting sodomizing of the Star Wars brand for corporate gain.

    Dear    The systems that have infected and permeated Battlefront II to its core are a blatant display of gambling that preys on children. I understand that EA and Disney are soulless companies that only care about the bottom line, but they should really be ashamed. Not only of the product they have produced, but also their disgusting sodomizing of the Star Wars brand for corporate gain.

    Dear reader, please don't buy this for yourself, and sure as heck don't buy it for your children.    … Expand
  30. zirenyth
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    Loot boxes in my 100 dollar battlefront game ? Might as well came out as a f2p then i wouldn't mind dropping couple of hundreds but as a triple AAA game **** off
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  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.
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  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.
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