Star Wars Battlefront

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  1. squid_77
    Nov 17, 2015
    5
    Looks amazing! Seriously, I mean WOW! You do feel like you are in the SW world. Unfortunately it goes downhill from here.

    Cons: 1. There is no story mode, so that limits your experience. The solo or co-op missions are severely lacking. It’s just do the same thing 15 times. No, seriously, that’s it. Really! 2. Controls are pretty unintuitive. They don't really let you map controls,    Looks amazing! Seriously, I mean WOW! You do feel like you are in the SW world. Unfortunately it goes downhill from here.

    Cons:

    1. There is no story mode, so that limits your experience. The solo or co-op missions are severely lacking. It’s just do the same thing 15 times. No, seriously, that’s it. Really!

    2. Controls are pretty unintuitive. They don't really let you map controls, just a choice of 2 in each option. Oddly placed the worst option as default. But that’s just my opinion. It may work for others… Maybe?

    3. This one really pissed me off, but the flying portion. It's less than half-assed. As an avid air combat game fan, this was piss poor on its best day.
    • The user doesn't really have full control (i.e steering). A pilot needs actual flight controls to, oh I don't know.... roll? : p

    • The radar is useless as it only shows a blue or red ball for a transport ship. Heaven forbid it shows something useful like the other craft around me, or the missile that was fired at me.

    • There is absolutely no real felling of speed and handling is pretty bad. No matter if at max speed or slowest speed, looks and feels like your going the same with the exception of your ship is closer or farther from the screen. Turning isn't tighter depending on your speed either, it's as if there is no G force. Which would have been forgivable, if you were in space! but all battles are on a planet! (Facepalm)

    • Controls could have been thought out far better, or let the user decide the button layout, as it was apparent they didn't know what the right way would be.

    • Default maneuvers are so useless that I wish they would have abandoned them and focused more on letting users use their own. Though it makes sense these were added with the existence of the other points. (i.e. Flight controls, radar, speed and maneuverability)

    • I could go on for hours on the implied lack of research or willingness to put in the work to this portion of the game. It's almost as if it was something they tagged on because they realized they hadn't put in enough.

    4. Speeder bike is a little difficult. Not a complaint, it’s challenging, which is good (albeit frustrating at times). Though there are a few spots the you blow up and you really shouldn’t as there’s not really anything there. At least that I could see.

    5. Online FPS has a problem in that you are frequently either spawned in the middle of a firefight, depending on the map. I typically found this to be true on Hoth (supremacy). Spawning to only last 2 seconds before a AT-ST standing 20 feet away blows you to hell, gets annoying. Now, other modes seem to have campers, which speaks more to possible lack of foresight to put in the code to not spawn at spot X if opponent present.

    6. Matching is pretty poor. If there is a team that is consistency plowing the other, the users should be swapped around to provide a more potentially enjoyable user experience. This is pretty standard these days, so I’ll assume that this is just a bug and not an oversight.

    7. Extremely limited in locations. For the time and effort put in to this game, I would have expected a fair bit more. Then again, I assume that this is where the money grab comes in with expansions. Surprise!!!

    8. Jumping… I mean there are so many places that you should be able to jump to, but can’t It’s pretty much an inch too high for you, so you can’t do it without a jetpack. I mean, you can just keep trying to jump while others laugh at and shoot you. That works too.

    Pros:

    1. Looks AMAZING! Yup, gonna say it again. Have to give them credit for that.

    2. As far as FPS online gameplay goes, it’s not bad. You get the feeling you are in SW for sure

    3. Supremacy mode is an awesome idea and for the most part, enjoyable

    Overall:

    If you are a user that is looking to pick up a game that you’re going to play every now and again, you'll likely be disappointed / frustrated. If you're a gamer that'll spend 3-5hrs a day playing this, then you’re likely going to get over the controls and issues and just play the multiplayer only. Solo will bore you to the point you will ask why is this here? It’s more like a training / tutorial than gameplay.

    Don't know what the diorama portion is for, but I’m not exactly enthralled with finding out. But hey, maybe it’s your thing. ;)

    Overall I give this a 5 as I was extremely excited about this game. I bought the Ultimate-Supreme-Mega-Super-Omega version for the extras and season pass crap. Yeah, I thought it was going to be that good. Heh! Shows you there’s a sucker born every minute huh? They could still make this the game that us Star Wars fans were wanting and expecting (their advertising and releases set said expectations so I can’t take 100% responsibility for mismanaged expectations), but this means a lot of patches and bug fixes.

    I certainly hope they do it, because I wasn’t so bad to like this game and play it as often as I had anticipate but this is up to them. Let’s see if they listen.    … Expand
  2. olliemuh
    Nov 17, 2015
    5
    if you don't want to play with people (online) you have 4 battlegrounds. Only training lets you fly an x-wing.
    It's VERY devoid of content.
    I have no intention of going online so I feel like I wasted my $60
    Gameplay is great, but there is just so little to do.
  3. homer4president
    Nov 17, 2015
    5
    Great atmosphere and great sounds, that's it. But other than that, this game is a ****
    huge disappointment. I am so **** pissed. What happened to the"class system" or command posts? Gee, could they really not look at BF1 or 2 as a reference gameplay wise? I would have much rather have like "enhanced version" of the originals to play instead. Seems like EA cared more about nailing the    Great atmosphere and great sounds, that's it. But other than that, this game is a ****
    huge disappointment. I am so **** pissed. What happened to the"class system" or command posts? Gee, could they really not look at BF1 or 2 as a reference gameplay wise? I would have much rather have like "enhanced version" of the originals to play instead. Seems like EA cared more about nailing the asthetics rather than the actual gameplay. Did anyone see the Battlefront 3 leaked alpha footage by Free Radical? That's what could have been but instead we get this piece of garbage. Expect not even a complete game at launch, expect the other half given to us as DLC. EXPECT **** SPACE BATTLES AND CLONE WARS ERA AS DLC. Jesus Christ. It fathoms me that people try to support this game. If you want a true Battlefront experience play the originals on steam for 10$. You'll get way more content.    … Expand
  4. Junghova
    Nov 17, 2015
    7
    Despite no story, if you liked the beta, you will like the game in whole. Fun game and feels like star wars, but the 69.99 (cdn) season pass kinda left a real bad taste in my mouth :(
  5. beatshift
    Nov 17, 2015
    7
    Best sound in a game I've heard in the past decade, good visual , casual easy to pick up gameplay but very poor level of replayability due to the meagre amount of content. Hopefully after all the DLC's are added the game becomes worth the price tag but until then....

    Pros : Speeders are crazy fun, Amazing sound design , Spitscreen co-op is a genuine blast Cons : Meagre content, Lack of    Best sound in a game I've heard in the past decade, good visual , casual easy to pick up gameplay but very poor level of replayability due to the meagre amount of content. Hopefully after all the DLC's are added the game becomes worth the price tag but until then....

    Pros : Speeders are crazy fun, Amazing sound design , Spitscreen co-op is a genuine blast
    Cons : Meagre content, Lack of replayability , Casual gameplay    … Expand
  6. Nato_potato
    Nov 27, 2015
    5
    Looks great plays great sounds like the real thing. But the lack of no campaign a very boring single player, 4 maps only? This game greats boring really quick and is not worth the buy:/
  7. Slab13
    Dec 5, 2015
    5
    This game proves graphics isn't all in a game and how far the dlc abuse has been taken.
    Of course, it's not a bad game, and it's graphically amazing, but the BIG lack of content doesn't help.
    In my opinion: don't buy this game, or wait until a price drop, but don't support this politic of unfinished games.
  8. Takarias
    Nov 26, 2015
    6
    Star Wars Battlefront is, for all intents and purposes, an incredible piece of software. It looks, sounds, runs, and plays incredibly well on your preferred platform. And the online stability is something to be applauded after Battlefield's rocky history with multiplayer servers.

    Where Battlefront fails to deliver is in content. What's in the game is incredibly highly polished and well    Star Wars Battlefront is, for all intents and purposes, an incredible piece of software. It looks, sounds, runs, and plays incredibly well on your preferred platform. And the online stability is something to be applauded after Battlefield's rocky history with multiplayer servers.

    Where Battlefront fails to deliver is in content. What's in the game is incredibly highly polished and well made, but after only a few hours, I was already begging for more. Yes, I am a 'hardcore' gamer. Yes, I fall into the class of players that burns through content abnormally fast. But I am also a person that understands the difference between burning through content too fast, and there not being enough in the first place.

    Thought there are 9 modes, and they each have something to offer, there are only 2 that people actually talk about and play. Fighter Squadron, and Walker Assault. Fighter Squadron might as well not have different maps, and Walker Assault only has four. These four maps are very well made and are massive, but after a couple hours, they just start looping.

    The game offers some limited customization, but this does not offer as much variety as the Battlefield series or the pre-made classes in previous Battlefront games. Instead of filling a dynamic role on your team, you are just a dude with a gun, no matter what gun or other abilities you pick.

    In a time where free-to-play or buy-to-play games with huge collections of content are increasingly common, a game as slim as Battlefront just doesn't cut it anymore. And the prices being charged for the all-but-required DLC are just plain insulting.    … Expand
  9. BladeOrigin
    Dec 3, 2015
    5
    First your buying the game only to learn you need to spend/buy another $50 on a expansion pack to have a semi-complete game!!
    No Galactic Conquest....No Campaign Mode. Sadly it is like "George Lucas" developed this game- Great Graphics/Effects & Phenomenal Audio, but Sadly the real things Battlefront Fans love have been edited out and ignorant ideas have been shoe horned in...like 11 guns    First your buying the game only to learn you need to spend/buy another $50 on a expansion pack to have a semi-complete game!!
    No Galactic Conquest....No Campaign Mode. Sadly it is like "George Lucas" developed this game- Great Graphics/Effects & Phenomenal Audio, but Sadly the real things Battlefront Fans love have been edited out and ignorant ideas have been shoe horned in...like 11 guns that are hardly different in many aspects?!?
    Top Notes
    You will not see: Tauntaun's - Space Battles - 85% of all the Star Wars Series Vehicles
    You will see: Female Storm-troopers?!? - the same scenery due to small map areas - horrid low function un-lockables

    How does a "2005 Battlefront" totally spank a 2016 Battlefront? EA & Dice better have a lot more coming or a ton of copies are going to be laying in a landfill like E.T in the 80's.

    Feeling kinda ripped off an hoodwinked ladies & gentlemen!!!    … Expand
  10. wardevil28
    Nov 30, 2015
    6
    Dice dropped the ball on this one, this could have been an amazing title but its only so-so at best, its almost pointless to keep playing this title for more than an hour. As a licensed title its amazing, it has the star wars feel and the levels are beautiful especially endor, that is were the appeal ends for me, there is a lot of variety back lacks depth. I love the missions part singleDice dropped the ball on this one, this could have been an amazing title but its only so-so at best, its almost pointless to keep playing this title for more than an hour. As a licensed title its amazing, it has the star wars feel and the levels are beautiful especially endor, that is were the appeal ends for me, there is a lot of variety back lacks depth. I love the missions part single player better than the multiplayer on a game that relies on multi player is a problem. With other titles like destiny and call of duty on the market i feel like dice/ea are relying heavily on the star wars hype to sell titles instead of a deep immersive game. The issue I have with multiplayer is that its every man for them selves and they neglected to add chat much like destiny in its early days, and then there are the poorly executed and ill-conceived challenges for the multiplayer most are reasonable then others are infuriating, joy killing acts like 15 kills with an at-at which sounds easy until you realize you have to play walker assault, be an imperial and find the powerup before anyone else which only 2 will spawn. I wish they had taken a page from destiny with its open world approach and some more co-op stuff i would love a death star raid to kill the emperor or could city to capture solo. The game has its moments but they are fleeting and only tend to happen if you find a good team or pick up a hero power-up I would suggest waiting till the other dlc releases then buy it in the complete edition that tends to drop after 6 months or so.… Expand
  11. BaronMonaco
    Feb 11, 2016
    7
    For years players had been expecting a new Battlefront, therefore the expectations were very high even more with the new movie that put back Star Wars in the center of the entertainment world, now lets talk about the game itself.

    First I have the main complain that everyone else, where is the campaign mode ? Sure the guys from EA will tell you that there is some solo content, but    For years players had been expecting a new Battlefront, therefore the expectations were very high even more with the new movie that put back Star Wars in the center of the entertainment world, now lets talk about the game itself.

    First I have the main complain that everyone else, where is the campaign mode ? Sure the guys from EA will tell you that there is some solo content, but honestly its almost nothing a surviving mode limited to 15 waves and some tutorials, that's no where near what the first Battlefront offered with an actual campaign that takes you to a lot of different locations with a little story etc... The interest of the game is purely online and like all the online-only FPS I saw on console there is not sufficient content (weapons, characters, vehicules,maps and modes) to justify a full retail price in my eyes. But let's be clear on one point there is no less content in Battlefront that there was in Evolve, Plants VS Zombies or Titanfall, they are all lacking content in my eyes.

    Now lets talk about the best thing in the game : the technical side. The sound is amazingly nostalgic, the graphics are gorgeous and after 45 hours of gameplay (the time it took me to reach the level cap) there's almost no bug since the launch of the game.

    Gameplay wise the game is a pretty classic FPS except for the Heroes and Villains that change the setting with a gameplay closer to MOBAs, every mode has its for and cons and you'll probably find something that suits you the best, unfortunately there is some balancing problems, you'll most likely never see the imperials win a Fighter Squadron match, Boba Fett is really annoying with his jet pack that allows him to flee too easily, etc...

    All in all Battlefront is a fun multi-player game, that suffers from the classical lack of content curse of multi-player-only games and from balancing problems, but the gorgeous looks, MOBAs mechanics and large scale battles maintain the game on the good side of video games. Advisable for Star Wars fan if you find it on sale.    … Expand
  12. leopoldo
    Dec 4, 2015
    5
    When Star Wars Battlefront was announced, I was excited thinking that this game could be as good as its predecessor, but that's not what happened. The game does not have a story or campaign fund. The multiplayer is fun, but has a huge problem, lack content; the game has few maps, and very few playable characters, they will surely have more in the future, but will be part of expensiveWhen Star Wars Battlefront was announced, I was excited thinking that this game could be as good as its predecessor, but that's not what happened. The game does not have a story or campaign fund. The multiplayer is fun, but has a huge problem, lack content; the game has few maps, and very few playable characters, they will surely have more in the future, but will be part of expensive season pass. Visually the game is beautiful and its soundtrack is good. Overall, Star Wars Battlefront could be amazing, but the game came incomplete, and to get the rest of the game, you have to pay $ 50 in season pass. 5.5 / 10… Expand
  13. TheGustus
    Nov 30, 2015
    5
    Star Wars: Battlefront is a conglomeration of the great and the mediocre, combining the outstanding visual and audio experience of a Dice game with the outright shameful and lazy business practices of EA. As expected, the game focuses almost completely on multiplayer, offering very little in the form of singleplayer entertainment besides the simple training, survival, and battle missions.Star Wars: Battlefront is a conglomeration of the great and the mediocre, combining the outstanding visual and audio experience of a Dice game with the outright shameful and lazy business practices of EA. As expected, the game focuses almost completely on multiplayer, offering very little in the form of singleplayer entertainment besides the simple training, survival, and battle missions. The multiplayer aspect of the game is undoubtedly nostalgic and fun, but surprisingly shallow and repetitive with only a handful of maps and fewer unique game modes. Balance continues to be an issue, a server browser is nonexistent, and the weapons are fundamentally the same. Although the Star Wars faithful will love this experience, it is difficult to classify this game as a AAA title worthy of the $60 asking price, let alone the $120 Deluxe Edition.… Expand
  14. TheAcidBoot
    Nov 27, 2015
    6
    Now I've played this game for about 15 hours and to be honest I have no idea where to start with this review. So I am going to start with the good parts of Battlefront. The graphics are great the soundtrack is also great. Dice also managed to somehow capture the magic of Star Wars. From the dogfights with X-Wings and Tie Fighters down to how detailed and awesome Endor looks and feels.Now I've played this game for about 15 hours and to be honest I have no idea where to start with this review. So I am going to start with the good parts of Battlefront. The graphics are great the soundtrack is also great. Dice also managed to somehow capture the magic of Star Wars. From the dogfights with X-Wings and Tie Fighters down to how detailed and awesome Endor looks and feels. Endor looks amazing and is probably the best Star Wars map I have seen to date. You can really see how much effort EA put into some of the bigger maps such as Endor and Hoth. Now if only they would've done so with the rest of this game. The biggest problem with Battlefront is that this entire game feels rushed. Only 4 planets and 12 maps at launch is a huge disappointment. The worst part about this is that they have already confirmed 16 maps for the season pass. More maps as DLC than in the main game? That's low even for EA. Most of the maps aside from Hoth and Endor feel rushed and plain. The ice caves and the sand dunes all feel the same. They feel as if they were sloppily put together with little or no effort. Most of modes are pretty boring and average. You have your 20v20 modes such as Supremacy and Walker assault which are pretty much the only modes people are going to be playing. I had the opportunity to play Walker assault during the beta and to my surprise it was actually pretty fun. It wasn't perfect but I had a blast with it. Sadly EA has decided to change and dumb down most of the mode probably because of casuals complaining about how it was too hard for rebels to win or something. So a mode that use to take cooperation and effort to win (as the Rebels for the most part) has been dumbed down so much that you could probably be shooting into the sky and still win as the rebels. The weapons also feel dumbed down in both range and damage. Another part of this game I was really excited for was the Fighter Squadron mode. Granted it was no space battles but it looked really fun from the trailer. Sadly EA decided to go and make it 20v20 but with a catch. 10 real people on each team and 10 AI on each team. What the hell??? So half of the time you would be killing AI instead of people. Killing ships are also extremely easy it takes zero skill or effort. I managed to go on a 20 killsteak from just holding down L2 and shooting blindly. They have also decided to include heroes into the mix. You have 2 heroes you can play as, The Millennium Falcon or Slave 1. The biggest problem with the heroes is that they're too op. Now I know what your thinking the heroes are suppose to be op that's what makes them fun. But I have literally spent matches where I am behind Slave 1 the whole time shooting and firing missles only to do less than half damage. It's practically impossible to kill these heroes unless your entire team is on their ass. The biggest problem with Battlefront is the lack of content. Within 5 hours of this game I had already played everything in it! In the end Battlefront is a average game that was sloppily put together and rushed out to market by EA. However that's not to say that it's a awful game. I still managed to have some fun running around as Boba Fett or Han Solo shooting people. Dice has managed to really capture Star Wars perfectly in some aspects of the game (such as sound design, visuals, vehicles, music, etc) and you can really see what parts of the game that they really worked hard on and those parts are the best part of this game. In the end I would give this game a 6/10 and it's probably worth buying after a price drop and some updates.… Expand
  15. Dreizehn
    Feb 18, 2016
    5
    The best and most interesting part of this game is the Star Wars license. Nothing else. The ambiance and the character are great and all Star Wars fan will have an awesome time playing this game... for a couple of days. After that, the game doesn't show any deep on its gameplay, no development for your character/weapon/accesories. It becomes repetitive and non interesting. Sad (speciallyThe best and most interesting part of this game is the Star Wars license. Nothing else. The ambiance and the character are great and all Star Wars fan will have an awesome time playing this game... for a couple of days. After that, the game doesn't show any deep on its gameplay, no development for your character/weapon/accesories. It becomes repetitive and non interesting. Sad (specially for its price...)… Expand
  16. jahoneycutt
    Nov 27, 2015
    6
    I was looking forward to this game. Now, 2 weeks after buying it from the PS store, I feel like I am still waiting for the whole thing to come out. The visuals are amazing. Combat is solid. Heroes and villains are a joy to play and balanced well. Survivor and tutorial missions are fun. But in the end, the lack of content holds this game back from the brilliance it could have achieved. NoI was looking forward to this game. Now, 2 weeks after buying it from the PS store, I feel like I am still waiting for the whole thing to come out. The visuals are amazing. Combat is solid. Heroes and villains are a joy to play and balanced well. Survivor and tutorial missions are fun. But in the end, the lack of content holds this game back from the brilliance it could have achieved. No couch co-op except in tutorial and survival modes! No single player content that will hold your interest for more than an hour or two. Very few modes and no ability to play maps solo with bots. There is not enough content to justify the price. And NOTHING could justify a $50 season pass. Wait for the inevitable complete edition when it comes out in 6 months.… Expand
  17. maartendc
    Dec 1, 2015
    6
    I kind of like the game despite its flaws. But the parts that make it good, are why it's flaws are so disappointing. It could have been amazing, instead it is just OK.

    PRO's: - Great graphics, and runs very smoothly on PS4 - Great sound effects - Play as iconic Star Wars heroes and vehicles such as Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, AT-ST, etc. - Shooting feels good and immersive    I kind of like the game despite its flaws. But the parts that make it good, are why it's flaws are so disappointing. It could have been amazing, instead it is just OK.

    PRO's:

    - Great graphics, and runs very smoothly on PS4

    - Great sound effects

    - Play as iconic Star Wars heroes and vehicles such as Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, AT-ST, etc.

    - Shooting feels good and immersive (to me, some people don't seem to like it).

    - Lots of modes (9 I think, although only 2 or 3 are actually the main modes that most people will want to play).

    - Mode Walker Assault is a really cool idea for a mode set in the Star Wars universe, and it is generally a lot of fun.

    CON's:

    - LACK OF MAPS! There are essentially only 4 (!) maps for the most important modes (Walker Assault and Supremacy). The maps of both of these modes are rehashes of each other. There are some other maps for the other modes, but these also feel like different areas of the same 4 maps. I understand they only created 4 planets and 4 tile sets essentially, but they didn't bother to create some variety within these planets either. So basically 4 maps you play over, and over, and over. The maps are at least pretty big I guess.

    - The vehicles are not stationary on the map, but rather powerups that you can pick up. This means there is no actual feeling of realism when it comes to the actual battle. Also it is completely random whether or not you will happen upon a certain vehicle, which takes away the freedom of strategizing your battle, such as is possible in Battlefield games. The other thing about this is that you cannot go and destroy the other team's vehicles to mess with them, which is a shame.

    - You cannot get 2 people in a vehicle, only solo: This is a point that is not mentioned often, but I find the most annoying of all. In Battlefield games, a big part of the teamwork comes from the fact that you can be in a vehicle with teammates, and wreak havoc, capture control points together, etc.. The fact that all vehicles are solo only here makes it just so that you rack up more kills, and maybe help your team in the process, but it doesn't feel like it contributes a lot to the overall battle or tactics. This is compounded by the previous point that they are powerups, so you cannot even get them when you want.

    - No teamplay to speak of. This is related to the previous point. Also there is no chat, so you cannot strategize with teammates.

    - The air vehicles are completely useless to the battlefield. They only serve to destroy each other, and even then their handling is terrible. As a ground unit, I have NEVER, EVER been killed by an air unit. The only minor usefulness is in walker assault when the vehicles can help destroy the AT-AT's for a brief period when they are vulnerable.

    - Aim assist in a bit too generous, which makes it even more shallow than it already is, and takes away the skill aspect. It is okay for me, because I am terrible at console shooters, but this might be a big deal for some people.

    Overall, I don't think this game deserves the awful Metacritic user score it has been getting. However, it is just so disappointing, because with a few different choices in game design, it could have been a spectacularly good game. Right now, it is just a fun little shooter for a while, but the lack of maps and depth in the gameplay means you will get bored of it quickly.    … Expand
  18. ljt2000
    Dec 1, 2016
    5
    This game has the foundation to be the Battlefront game we expected, but falls flat when it comes to the actual amount of gameplay you can sink into it. The game just doesn't have enough content to have been sold at full price-you'd expect the same amount of content for a beta not a finished game.
  19. DoritoDoggo77
    Aug 30, 2017
    5
    The game was pretty dissapointing. There is no story, about 14 guns, and some different people to choose from, the graphics are great, I would give it a 7, except for the full game price (80 dollars Canadian) that puts it down to a 5
  20. spacebear1
    Dec 12, 2017
    5
    EA's Star Wars: Battlefront is NOT a great game but it isn't an abomination either. This game has really great graphics and the gameplay is wonderful. The flight controls however do suck. But this game has no campaign and only two modes for single player, both of which can get really boring in a matter of maybe an hour tops. This game is sadly just a gigantic cash grab with overpriced DLCEA's Star Wars: Battlefront is NOT a great game but it isn't an abomination either. This game has really great graphics and the gameplay is wonderful. The flight controls however do suck. But this game has no campaign and only two modes for single player, both of which can get really boring in a matter of maybe an hour tops. This game is sadly just a gigantic cash grab with overpriced DLC that just so happens to be set int the universe of Star Wars.… Expand
  21. Hevox
    May 16, 2023
    5
    That not it, even with the dlc there is a big lack of hero and map of the prequels. No campaign is also a disappointment.
  22. HungSolo3
    Nov 19, 2015
    5
    Fun for the first 8 hours or so, and then you realize how empty the game actually is. They literally sold half a game and then expect you to pay another $50 just to get the other half. Please don't waste your money, wait for it to be $30 and it'll be worth your money.
  23. Pipemastersven
    Nov 21, 2015
    5
    DICE hand it us in the palm of their hands - this had the opportunity to be such an amazing game - all they had to do was emulate the BF series - BF with Starwars skins...
    Aesthetically, this game is great! - The UI, the soundtrack, the graphics - all are wonderful, and what really stops this game from getting a 3...
    As everyone has noted - the content is just ridiculously poor -- 4    DICE hand it us in the palm of their hands - this had the opportunity to be such an amazing game - all they had to do was emulate the BF series - BF with Starwars skins...
    Aesthetically, this game is great! - The UI, the soundtrack, the graphics - all are wonderful, and what really stops this game from getting a 3...
    As everyone has noted - the content is just ridiculously poor -- 4 poorly sized maps? And then make us pay for the game again to get two extra maps every 6 months...
    No server selection, no proper iron sights, no prone and poorly designed, tiny maps
    We should have seen this coming after the colossal failure of Hardline    … Expand
  24. BudHarvest
    Nov 19, 2015
    5
    "The Return of the Greedy EA"

    Great visuals and sound engineering but in truth the game is nothing more a pig in lipstick, its weak boring and essentially $60 for walker assault and gets boring quickly once the honeymoon period wears off in no time and the game has the depth of a teaspoon with so little content for such a high price so inevitably it will have the longevity of a few    "The Return of the Greedy EA"

    Great visuals and sound engineering but in truth the game is nothing more a pig in lipstick, its weak boring and essentially $60 for walker assault and gets boring quickly once the honeymoon period wears off in no time and the game has the depth of a teaspoon with so little content for such a high price so inevitably it will have the longevity of a few weeks and if you buy the deluxe edition for $120(ROTFLMFAO) you deal more damage with the ion grenade!!! WTF! worthy of a boycott alone for sure.

    Luckily I played it on xboxone 10 hour trial at my mates and canceled my pre-order from PS4 store when i got home.
    There is no Campaign Galactic Conquest or Instant action game modes, No Space battles (the flying vehicles have the some of the worst controls I've ever experienced, they handle like shopping carts) and sky battles are badly controlled and There is a "season pass' for DLC, which costs almost as much as the base game itself. They have given us no clue as to what is contained in any of the 4 planned DLC packs, they should try to save some credibility and release the first three planned DLC releases free to all and the last one charge no more than $10

    Graphics: 10/10
    Sound: 10/10
    Gameplay: 4/10
    Content: 3/10

    Overall: 6 - and would be a lot lower overall score if not for the stunning graphics and top sound engineering, they are wasted here with this lot. -The farce is strong with this one.    … Expand
  25. OrionPax
    Nov 22, 2015
    5
    The gameplay and the graphics are good. But there's not enough content. EA always do this. They sell the half of game via DLC's. Also game needs some stabilization with bombs and teams immediately. Imperials are still OP.
  26. thalespetry87
    Nov 19, 2015
    5
    I am from Brazil,so I ve already paid a little bit more in this expensive game (around $70)
    I knew it was only multiplayer, but hell, I ve been playing this kind of games all my life.
    What bad could come of it? It was really a surprise, but not a good one. Despite of its graphics, which are awesome, the game has a serious lack of content, and that makes you feel like it a gigantic    I am from Brazil,so I ve already paid a little bit more in this expensive game (around $70)
    I knew it was only multiplayer, but hell, I ve been playing this kind of games all my life.
    What bad could come of it?

    It was really a surprise, but not a good one.
    Despite of its graphics, which are awesome, the game has a serious lack of content, and that makes you feel like it a gigantic non finished game. Only four planets, no story mode, and to unlock weapons and skins you must play uncountable hours in the online multiplayer.
    Well, at least the multiplayer is for free, no?
    NO. NO NO NO NO. THATS NOT TRUE, THATS IMPOSSIBLE.
    20$ more to play online, in a ALREADY EXPENSIVE GAME.
    Thats outrageous and I feel raped by EA.
    Lucasarts, I miss you.    … Expand
  27. Lothar
    Nov 21, 2015
    6
    SW universe is awesome. Beside that, the game is mediocre. Shooting is weird and it lacks balance.
    At least the game is free of bugs which I give big kudos to EA. Finally they're not the worst company ever lol.
    Better wait for patches and price drop.
  28. Revenanter
    Nov 23, 2015
    5
    After so many years we only get an overpriced game that promise a lot and offer so litte without the season pass.
    They blame piracy and they act in the same way,
    No thanks.
  29. radox
    Nov 18, 2015
    5
    Great Star Wars immersiveness, extremely poor first person shooter. Especially given the pedigree of EA Dice - what a huge let down. People were worried it will just be a Battlefield game with a Star Wars makeover. Oh how I wish it was.
  30. Allthat
    Nov 17, 2015
    5
    Beautiful game! Beautiful sound! Beautiful score! Beautiful animation! Beautiful gameplay! But the lack of content makes this a very ugly game indeed... This is what happens when developers spend too much time polishing the game and not enough time fleshing the game out with content. If you do buy this... then you're only gonna spend a few hours with it until eventually getting bored. ItBeautiful game! Beautiful sound! Beautiful score! Beautiful animation! Beautiful gameplay! But the lack of content makes this a very ugly game indeed... This is what happens when developers spend too much time polishing the game and not enough time fleshing the game out with content. If you do buy this... then you're only gonna spend a few hours with it until eventually getting bored. It doesn't have those Battlefield tactics that make Battlefield my favorite online shooter.

    So, it looks great and plays well. And if you're a Star Wars fan then you're definitely going to feel A LOT of nostalgia. Go buy it if Star Wars means more to you than your wife and kids or if you've got some money to blow. But if you're a pragmatic spender like me then wait for a discount or until they add more content. Hopefully they have a GOTY edition or something after a while.    … Expand
  31. bshorkey
    Nov 17, 2015
    5
    The game is just flat out skeletal; conveniently missing so much content at release in order to push more dlc upon us as time goes by ($50 for the season pass? Screw that).

    Having played the beta, then the release version, nothing has changed. They didn't listen to a thing any of the testers said. The beta "test" was just marketing; that's all these things ever are nowadays. The    The game is just flat out skeletal; conveniently missing so much content at release in order to push more dlc upon us as time goes by ($50 for the season pass? Screw that).

    Having played the beta, then the release version, nothing has changed. They didn't listen to a thing any of the testers said. The beta "test" was just marketing; that's all these things ever are nowadays.

    The vehicles control like crap

    The power ups are spread across the map like Mario Kart

    There is no single player at all

    No campaign, co-op or otherwise

    The heroes are clanky and crappy, they make no sense

    There are only 4 planets, so the "16 maps" is a big fat lie, because so many of the maps feel the same

    The screen is constantly CONSTANTLY shaking from the explosions and crap

    The gameplay is subpar and completely and utterly imbalanced, with a homing rocket launcher round with infinite ammo once every 18 seconds and grenade spam EVERYWHERE.

    The ONLY thing this game has going for it is its pretty to look at and sounds great. Thats literally it.    … Expand
  32. jacobio
    Nov 17, 2015
    5
    The beta was so promising... I was desperately hoping that the full game would be as fun and exciting, but sadly, it's not. Only having a small number of maps makes it stale very quickly.
    Putting it as simply as possible, this is not a complete game. Just because game companies repeatedly ship half finished games so they can slog us more for the other half doesn't make it okay.    The beta was so promising... I was desperately hoping that the full game would be as fun and exciting, but sadly, it's not. Only having a small number of maps makes it stale very quickly.
    Putting it as simply as possible, this is not a complete game. Just because game companies repeatedly ship half finished games so they can slog us more for the other half doesn't make it okay.

    Graphics look amazing, yes. Sounds and landscapes are beautiful, but doesn't make up for the severe lack of content.    … Expand
  33. Z1M3RC
    Nov 18, 2015
    6
    I was so pumped for this! I figured it was going to be the next Battlefield 5 but Star Wars themed! What a let down. The visuals and sound can be stunning at times. Unfortunately the game just doesn't deliver and I feel as though they duped us into buying it JUST because it was Star Wars. After only few hours it starts to get very boring and limited due to the lack of depth andI was so pumped for this! I figured it was going to be the next Battlefield 5 but Star Wars themed! What a let down. The visuals and sound can be stunning at times. Unfortunately the game just doesn't deliver and I feel as though they duped us into buying it JUST because it was Star Wars. After only few hours it starts to get very boring and limited due to the lack of depth and customization. I can already see my self putting this one down soon, still hoping for a epic Star Wars game to come along. All they had to do was make this like BF4 but with the spirit of Star Wars and it would have been epic! They really came up short with this one.… Expand
  34. Jbeezie
    Nov 22, 2015
    5
    Battlefront looks amazing and sounds absolutely phenomenal. As a person who hates multiplayer shooters, I'm finding myself completely loving it in this game. That's probably because it's a simple multiplayer shooter and much easier to master than your CODs and BFs. The "space" battles are great fun. All in all I love all the modes available.

    I rate it a 5/10 because we have been sold a    Battlefront looks amazing and sounds absolutely phenomenal. As a person who hates multiplayer shooters, I'm finding myself completely loving it in this game. That's probably because it's a simple multiplayer shooter and much easier to master than your CODs and BFs. The "space" battles are great fun. All in all I love all the modes available.

    I rate it a 5/10 because we have been sold a stripped down game. There is simply no way around it. To sell a game with so little content and then expect players to pay another 50 dollars to get what the game should have had to begin with is EXACTLY what is wrong with the game industry. 110 dollars for a full game is outrageous. Burn in hell EA.    … Expand
  35. Oxtone
    Nov 23, 2015
    5
    The graphics are amazing, the sound is amazing, the game play though is poor. The graphics and sound make the game fantastically immersive and make fire fights spectacular however the amount of spammy one shot weaponry supplied to players is incredible combined with very poor spawning makes for a very frustrating game. I can find myself spawning and dying over and over, sometimes spawningThe graphics are amazing, the sound is amazing, the game play though is poor. The graphics and sound make the game fantastically immersive and make fire fights spectacular however the amount of spammy one shot weaponry supplied to players is incredible combined with very poor spawning makes for a very frustrating game. I can find myself spawning and dying over and over, sometimes spawning directly in front of enemy hero's or vehicles. I like the game but don't love it and will probably trade it in soon.… Expand
  36. MatthewMast
    Nov 22, 2015
    6
    COD with stormtroopers.

    Despite its amazing graphics and attention to authenticity, Battlefront is a wasted opportunity and feels incomplete. Unlike its predecessots, the game leaves single-player gamers out to dry with no campaign mode, instead offering a tiny and unusually boring range of repetitive battles that lack action or purpose. Its like a generic shooting game with a Star    COD with stormtroopers.

    Despite its amazing graphics and attention to authenticity, Battlefront is a wasted opportunity and feels incomplete.

    Unlike its predecessots, the game leaves single-player gamers out to dry with no campaign mode, instead offering a tiny and unusually boring range of repetitive battles that lack action or purpose. Its like a generic shooting game with a Star Wars skin, but none of the soul.

    On top of the lack of action, the range of maps/planets is underwhelming, and the maps are more like tiny arenas than battlefields.

    Multiplayer is actually quite decent, and walker assault is a good example of the goal/strategy oriented missions that could save this game. The whole game has been designed as an online experience, which misses the point: Fans want to experience the Star Wars galaxy; to relive the battles and the excitement.

    DLC might improve this game, but its fundamentals have missed the mark    … Expand
  37. Dark_D3s7r0y3r
    Nov 18, 2015
    5
    I've played the beta, but from everything I've read and seen of the full game, that may as well have been the whole game. I'm certainly not spending $60 for this game, but at the same time it isn't actually bad.

    Starting with the good, the game is simply gorgeous. From sound to graphics to overall atmosphere, it nails everything Star Wars perfectly. The way blasters function are a    I've played the beta, but from everything I've read and seen of the full game, that may as well have been the whole game. I'm certainly not spending $60 for this game, but at the same time it isn't actually bad.

    Starting with the good, the game is simply gorgeous. From sound to graphics to overall atmosphere, it nails everything Star Wars perfectly. The way blasters function are a breath of fresh air to the shooter genre, and really serves to mix things up in very nice ways.

    Now that we have the three sentences of good out of the way, here's the bad: there's nothing to keep you playing for more than a few days. I'm an avid Destiny player, and Destiny is notorious for having much less content than it was hyped up for, but at least its gameplay was just varied and exciting enough to keep you crawling back for more, replaying what little story missions there are for an exotic weapon or hidden ghosts to read more about the lore. Battlefront didn't even care to include a story, instead opting for its single player/co-op experience to be a pretty basic horde mode with a set number of waves all set in a single location on one of four planets. It's just so shallow and dull that I really can't find anything to justify paying $60 for it. If this were a free-to-play game and you had to spend real money to buy upgrades and cosmetic effects, I would actually give it a higher score. There's simply nothing to keep you playing unless all you do is competitive multiplayer, in which there are dozens of other much more well-established games out there for you.

    All in all, you could just buy one of the old Battlefront games for much cheaper and have a much more satisfying experience. If, however, all you're looking for is a gorgeous series of setpieces to wander in awe (while being shot at) of the sheer beauty of the Star Wars universe, then this game is perfect for you.    … Expand
  38. JetJaguar
    Nov 17, 2015
    5
    Stunning graphic, great sound and nostalgia, cannot compensate for repetitive gameplay and a serious unbalancing issue.
    Star Wars: Battlefront is a rent, not a buy, for this tech demo falls flat.
  39. Tubey
    Nov 18, 2015
    6
    It nails Star Wars in terms of the look and the sound. However, there's a reason you'll keep going back to watch the Stars Wars movies, but be finished with this inside a week - you see, Star Wars movies have a depth of quality to them that make you come back until you learn every line by heart. Battlefront? Well, it has little depth at all.

    Once you get over the aesthetics, you're done    It nails Star Wars in terms of the look and the sound. However, there's a reason you'll keep going back to watch the Stars Wars movies, but be finished with this inside a week - you see, Star Wars movies have a depth of quality to them that make you come back until you learn every line by heart. Battlefront? Well, it has little depth at all.

    Once you get over the aesthetics, you're done with the game. It is BADLY missing the content to pull you in for the long run in terms of multi-player, and the whole thing absolutely screams for a Bioshock Infinite style single player narrative experience, but gives you nothing of the sort.

    The gameplay is lacking a bit as well. No recoil, no feedback to weapon firing and no aim penalty to moving or jumping etc. However, I think that is by design, as the game is going all out to attract casual gamers who are Star Wars fans, rather than the eSport crowd.

    If you go into this looking for a fantastic shooter, you're going to be sorely disappointed. If you go into this as a Star Wars fan who happens to own a PS4 or whatever, and all you want is the feeling of being in the movies, then you'll love this... for a couple of days anyway.    … Expand
  40. baserocker
    Nov 17, 2015
    6
    While the great visuals and sounds of the Star Wars brand is alluring, there’s currently not enough variety to the multiplayer modes, weaponry or the single player content compared with other entries in the series and within the FPS genre.

    You objectives are hammered by simplicity and lack of traversal options, which look all the more ridiculous in third-person as you see your trooper    While the great visuals and sounds of the Star Wars brand is alluring, there’s currently not enough variety to the multiplayer modes, weaponry or the single player content compared with other entries in the series and within the FPS genre.

    You objectives are hammered by simplicity and lack of traversal options, which look all the more ridiculous in third-person as you see your trooper struggling to surmount a small ridge. Battlefront feels outdated, and the unlockable jump pack doesn’t do much to improve things, its overly long cool-down preventing repeated uses.

    Performance is generally very smooth in-game, though there are some noticeable instances of texture pop-in on vehicles and the landscape, primarily in pre-game fly-bys or in the singleplayer missions. While the singleplayer and multiplayer missions take place on a few different maps, you’re limited to four planets – Hoth, Tattooine, Endor and Sullust. I would have loved to see more on offer, and though extra locations will be added later that doesn’t really help with the initial sense that there’s not enough meat on the game’s bones.

    Overall, kind of eh.    … Expand
  41. nicky69
    Nov 18, 2015
    5
    Looks graphically stunning, and the audio is incredible, and the game plays pretty well. Now let's get to the real issues, a total lack of content for a full price retail game, poor game modes, Walker assault is the only mode worth playing, lack of upgrades for weapons, and lack of weapon customization. Some maps are incredible, others are really poor, and to top it off a season passLooks graphically stunning, and the audio is incredible, and the game plays pretty well. Now let's get to the real issues, a total lack of content for a full price retail game, poor game modes, Walker assault is the only mode worth playing, lack of upgrades for weapons, and lack of weapon customization. Some maps are incredible, others are really poor, and to top it off a season pass that's cheaper than the game, but will come with more maps. However the season pass is still expensive when you compare it to other games. This game definitely needed a single player campaign, as that would have made the package at least feel better value for money. I can also see myself becoming bored with this game after a week, because being honest I'm getting bored now, after playing 10 hours worth. Personally I'd tell people to wait until this game comes down in price, as it's not worth full price. Please don't be blinded by Star Wars nostalgia.… Expand
  42. Wardawn
    Nov 17, 2015
    6
    God how I wanted to love this game so much. I like many played the Beta and enjoyed it, from the gripping battle on Hoth I was taken back by the beautiful visuals. However even from that point the seeds of doubt planted themselves in my head.

    Graphically I don't think any of us have a question with what DICE has done yet again. The sounds and visuals are stunning from the blinding snow    God how I wanted to love this game so much. I like many played the Beta and enjoyed it, from the gripping battle on Hoth I was taken back by the beautiful visuals. However even from that point the seeds of doubt planted themselves in my head.

    Graphically I don't think any of us have a question with what DICE has done yet again. The sounds and visuals are stunning from the blinding snow fields of Hoth to the deep woods of Endor. It's "pretty" to be blunt. I have no doubt that any fans of Star Wars or those that have experienced this engine before will enjoy the flashes of red lasers flying over their heads and diving for cover when one of those pesky rebels toss a thermal at you.

    Star Wars fandom aside what are we left with?

    The maps though well designed from what I've experienced are limited to 4 for those looking for the "conquest" style of play from Battlefield. Supremacy and Walker assault provide 40 man battles but comprise a 4 map rotation. Now for me that's weak and I'll tell you why. Yes they look stunning, yes I love the sound but in the end the wonder does start to wear off that's just a fact of it. You pick up vehicles by dashing for the pick ups, which are the occasional AT which I've never seen more than one on a map at a time or fighters. Now the fighters are cool but if you are fighting on the ground chances are they are going to ignore you. So what you are left with is a giant infantry battle with the Empire only being able to field one AT at a time, I don't feel the desperation as a rebel.

    I don't know what to say other then it gets boring. You cannot prone, crouching doesn't effect weapon accuracy and the guns feel about the same. You have your blaster, heavy blaster (light mg), pistols (smg) from my understanding and the odd burst weapon and a "shotgun". The selection is small and though I don't expect a wealth of weapons I made the assumption that you literally can make up whatever weapons you want and you made about a dozen. If we compare that to COD or Battlefield its laughable, I have more sidearms to pick from then main weapons. If you look at the original battlefronts you have sniper rifles that aren't specials, grenade launchers, sonic weapons and...well more creativity.

    Gun play I'm not sure is going to entice hardcore gamers as its more family friendly and has a wider audience appeal. Its easy to pick up and play and the learning curve is minimal. Since even kneeling in cover means nothing as a guy running and gunning has about the same accuracy as you that's the ball game.

    I think my problem is I expected Battlefield and that was silly of me. I remember Star Wars Battlefront fondly. Even if the singleplayer was basic maps with a bit of a story I still completed it because A) its Star Wars and B) it was still a challenge. I remember crash landing during space battles to destroy the other teams ship and shouting at my clone marine to run faster.

    I'm not sure what Star Wars Battlefront is trying to be. It has none of the diversity of COD or Battlefield. Limited weapons, no weapon customization, character customization is just for fun but even in Star Wars I looked at my options and went meh. Vehicles are one the AT that you can actually move the AT-ATS when you do get inside is for a limited time and is a mobile artillery piece..still fun. Fighters are what you expect but with even your blasters being able to lock on it makes the game "family friendly" in terms of skill. You have more turret options to use then vehicles. If this was a battlefield clone but Star Wars I probably would have been more happy. I just feel this is cashing in on the hype of Star Wars right now. People can say its fun and ya it is, I'll still play it from time to time but I feel like I've experienced everything it has to offer and the day isn't over yet.

    I would have liked the pick ups in game to be removed completely and perhaps a kill streak award instead. Anyone can take the hero pick up which is great for people and at the same time why is Darth Vader running in circles? The cards are perks but by another name. I have no real complaint with them but no praise either.

    I gave it a 6/10 because my really disappointment despite everything is you had such an open book with this game in terms of what could be down with it. The result is a game lacking the multiplayer depth of even the original games in my opinion or its rivals COD, BF etc. Perhaps my dream was unrealistic but this game doesn't feel finished. In a galaxy far far away you visit maybe four-five planets out of the entire star wars universe. The season pass doesn't do it for me as I don't think we as gamers need to pay money for a game that just doesn't feel finished.

    Wardawn,    … Expand
  43. Dennis92
    Nov 19, 2015
    7
    At first, nostalgia takes place, and you are swept away in the beauty of the planets and the sounds of the blasters and ships. This quickly fades once you actually play the game. It is highly repetitive with little variance in this released version. There is not enough variety to justify the price tag, let alone a $50 season pass. EA has truly ruined what once was a great franchise. WithAt first, nostalgia takes place, and you are swept away in the beauty of the planets and the sounds of the blasters and ships. This quickly fades once you actually play the game. It is highly repetitive with little variance in this released version. There is not enough variety to justify the price tag, let alone a $50 season pass. EA has truly ruined what once was a great franchise. With only four planets, and very similar game modes that just don't feel populated enough given the planet size, this game is a hard pass. I would not recommend getting this title. Save your money, and don't encourage EA. I made the mistake of letting my nostalgia take over and preordered digitally before I saw any gameplay, and Sony wouldn't let me cancel.… Expand
  44. SchroederRock
    Nov 17, 2015
    6
    A shadow of a great game, Star Wars Battlefront is a lackluster shooter experience that gets fans of the Star Wars universe to buy in solely on branding and not substance. There are moments where I found Battlefront to be a good game, but they were quickly erased once I realized that the first 2 hours were going to be my favorite moments. I streamed this game over Twitch and put a fullA shadow of a great game, Star Wars Battlefront is a lackluster shooter experience that gets fans of the Star Wars universe to buy in solely on branding and not substance. There are moments where I found Battlefront to be a good game, but they were quickly erased once I realized that the first 2 hours were going to be my favorite moments. I streamed this game over Twitch and put a full 10 hours toward it before passing final judgment, and just like the viewers that I was engaging with and talking about the game with, I found myself very disappointed. This is not a complete and total failure, but it's a game that just never fully developed. Playing in Star Wars vehicles are frustrating because the aiming systems are complete garbage - no matter what sensitivity you use it's impossible to glide your crosshair over enemies - probably why you have to use a left-trigger/left-button to lock on to enemy air fighters. I constantly crashed into stuff trying to attack infantry from the air even after 30+ attempts to master the controls. Keep in mind that I am a great pilot in Battlefield and am a very experienced shooter player, so it's not coming from an inept casual player that is sad he can't cut it. I expect more from DICE and EA since Battlefield is fairly deep (and now includes a single player mode, even if it's just okay in terms of quality). Visiting the battlefields of the Star Wars universe and hearing the wonderful Star Wars soundtrack in the background are the best treats to have, but everything else about Battlefront is half-baked. The DLC is $50 in season-pass form and stands as DICE's opportunity to improve this game. Some might enjoy this game, so don't completely throw it out as a possible must-have game for you, but unless decent graphics, a soundtrack and nostalgia are enough to satisfy you, your $60 is better spent on other great games (Fallout 4 is a good buy in lieu of Battlefront, or even Black Ops 3 - I can't believe I'm recommending a CoD game over Battlefront).… Expand
  45. damman
    Nov 20, 2015
    5
    I am giving this half of a game a 5/10 due to the lack of dept in this game that you must pay over $110.00 to get the full game. Yes the graphics are great but why does that matter if you lack a full game not just 1/3 of a game. Since I played half of a game that gets boring after the first 2 hours online I felt that I must at least warn you before you get this game. You're only getting aI am giving this half of a game a 5/10 due to the lack of dept in this game that you must pay over $110.00 to get the full game. Yes the graphics are great but why does that matter if you lack a full game not just 1/3 of a game. Since I played half of a game that gets boring after the first 2 hours online I felt that I must at least warn you before you get this game. You're only getting a bit of a game and EA want you to fall for the DLC that's way over priced. For myself I REDBOXED THIS GAME OR RENTED IT. THANK YOU REDBOX FOR SAVING ME $110.00. Please I am warning you if you buy this game you will be supporting EA plus this game sucks after like 2 hours of game play. Well you have been warned. EA you suck that's why I am giving you a 5 which is half that half is what you're getting if you purchase this game or should I say you will get less than half of a very boring game.… Expand
  46. Neo85
    Nov 19, 2015
    6
    The game looks and sounds great but that's where it all ends. The game lacks any real substance and I don't feel like I'm working towards anything while playing it. You are able to unlock cards and guns and skins but other than the jet pack i don't think it makes a great deal what your set up is. there is no real skill in the game you don't even have to reload or get any ammo if it movesThe game looks and sounds great but that's where it all ends. The game lacks any real substance and I don't feel like I'm working towards anything while playing it. You are able to unlock cards and guns and skins but other than the jet pack i don't think it makes a great deal what your set up is. there is no real skill in the game you don't even have to reload or get any ammo if it moves you shoot at it. if you want something mindless that you can jump into any time and play maybe this is the game for you. but there are plenty of Great games out there like the Witcher 3 or Fallout. 4 if you want some substance.… Expand
  47. Ivan1989
    Nov 21, 2015
    6
    Star Wars Battlefront is mehhhhhhh, that's the best way to describe this game. Its feels like a watered down version of Battlefield. Its not a bad game, its ok, but gets very boring very quick. The game graphics and sound is superb, Dice has nailed that. The shooting in the game is solid, the hero's and villains are a nice touch, even though there is only 3 on each side at the moment.Star Wars Battlefront is mehhhhhhh, that's the best way to describe this game. Its feels like a watered down version of Battlefield. Its not a bad game, its ok, but gets very boring very quick. The game graphics and sound is superb, Dice has nailed that. The shooting in the game is solid, the hero's and villains are a nice touch, even though there is only 3 on each side at the moment. That's where the positives of this game ends, there is no real single player experience, ie campaign. What you have are Training, Battle and Survival. Training is a series of tasks which prepare you for the Multiplayer. Battle is just a mini game of battles where you play as Darth Vader defending the base against incoming rebels. Its repetitive and there are similar battle scenarios with other characters, etc. Survival simply makes you face waves of incoming enemies, the standard we have seen in other games like Call Of Duty. The Multiplayer feels in-between Battlefield and MAG online. Its very repetitive and lacks depth, but it can be fun for a small period of time through one sitting.

    To conclude, while Star Wars Battlefront is not a good game, its neither a bad game, its ok. Its a game for someone who really likes battlefield and is a massive fan of Stars Wars. However, I strongly recommend waiting until it hits bargain bin price. You will get bored of this game in two play throughs, its not worth the current asking price.    … Expand
  48. mace8704
    Nov 22, 2015
    6
    Beautiful graphics and engrossing audio with shallow shooting mechanics and highly questionable game mode/map design. This is certainly NOT a must play game, but easily provides 15-20 hours of entertainment. Is 15-20hrs of star wars entertainment worth $60 to you? It should be noted there is minimal offline content so only consider if you enjoy playing online. Speaking of minimal content,Beautiful graphics and engrossing audio with shallow shooting mechanics and highly questionable game mode/map design. This is certainly NOT a must play game, but easily provides 15-20 hours of entertainment. Is 15-20hrs of star wars entertainment worth $60 to you? It should be noted there is minimal offline content so only consider if you enjoy playing online. Speaking of minimal content, you'll be seeing the same maps across a variety of game designs.… Expand
  49. arcteus
    Dec 2, 2015
    5
    Really wanted to provide some objective criticism for this game so I waited until now to write out some thoughts.

    Graphics/sound: Overall the game looks and sounds amazing, but this is not Telltale so it really matters very little to me personally, I want mechanics and well designed gameplay over graphics. I won't say anymore more about that. Gameplay: Simplistic to the core, in    Really wanted to provide some objective criticism for this game so I waited until now to write out some thoughts.

    Graphics/sound: Overall the game looks and sounds amazing, but this is not Telltale so it really matters very little to me personally, I want mechanics and well designed gameplay over graphics. I won't say anymore more about that.

    Gameplay: Simplistic to the core, in multiplayer players are already resorting to dashing back and forth while blasting away to add some semblance of strategy. You can't even go prone in this game. There's very little progression, the final three blaster unlocks represent a nice ranged single shot, a ranged burst, and a short-mid range blaster. That's all you need, seriously. It's literally rock-paper-scissors with some reaction time. The progression is abysmal even compared to a game like Call of Duty, and if you stood this game next to Battlefield you may want to shout in anger. (I am back on BF4 as a form of therapy). I could go on and on about how incredibly lackluster the gameplay is, but lets end with one more final analogy. I now play this game when I am mentally exhausted from Fallout 4 or The Witcher or BF4. This is the game I play while better games a patching. This is the game I play when I feel like self-loathing. If Fallout 4 is a carefully crafted saison farmhouse ale, Battlefront is a pack of Ole' Milwaukee.

    Balance: So laughably lopsided, you can see the ridiculous lack of competitive spirit this game evokes by just glancing at the stats. Games with players going 80-3? As discussed, this game has the depth level of rock-paper-scissors but there's also A-wing. Someone can literally just sit in an A-wing the entire game and be uncontested, the mechanics are that sceued. Most Walker Assaults never see half-way through mid-phase now. Lobbies never rebalance and there is no way to swap teams. So if you lose heavily or win heavily, guess what? You get the exact same scenario unless you leave the lobby and come back. Why even have lobbies? The lobby system also seems perfect for creating stacked teams. Consider that since there's never any rebalancing, a solid team is likely to stick together. A few plays leave, more join slowly, eventually that team becomes incredibly powerful.

    There's also a constant scenario where an opposing team can force an entire team into a building and merely camp entrances. There's no way to maneuver out of this. In other games there's squad spawns and safe zones and tactical inserts, not here. The most strategic thing one can do in these games is leave.

    All you need to do to conceptualize this game's failings is to remove all Star Wars elements and consider what a lackluster shooter garbage FPS this would amount to....in 2007...Jesus EA, what year is it? Lobbies that don't rebalance? Spawn camping killzones?

    I guess EA developers represent the worst part of ancient FPS games and this game is their utopia...    … Expand
  50. ZackRogers
    Nov 18, 2015
    6
    Battlefront brings the excitement of Star Wars to gaming in a huge way with this game. However, the spawns are terrible and unfair for the rebels, there is far too much micro-transactions such as the season pass that is pushed on players, and there is no campaign or space battles in it to fully embrace Star Wars for what it is
  51. christopherkill
    Nov 24, 2015
    6
    Star wars Battlefront is amazing and I'm a fan of star wars. But it still needs improvements don't to it. When you able to play as the rebels they have some imperial weapons like the E-11 and the T-21 and the DLT-19 are imperial weapons that the rebels shouldn't have. The imperials can have rebel guns like the RT-97C, A280C, DH-17 that they shouldn't have either. There needs to be moreStar wars Battlefront is amazing and I'm a fan of star wars. But it still needs improvements don't to it. When you able to play as the rebels they have some imperial weapons like the E-11 and the T-21 and the DLT-19 are imperial weapons that the rebels shouldn't have. The imperials can have rebel guns like the RT-97C, A280C, DH-17 that they shouldn't have either. There needs to be more drop points for to get in a tie fighter or rebel fighters and for AT-ST and AT-AT so that one person gets it and there teammates don't shoot at them. There needs to be more maps and guns and easier to level up and get more credits and a campaign. But it's still a good and fun game.… Expand
  52. LoopyLocokiller
    Nov 17, 2015
    5
    The graphics and sound design are stunning. And that's were the praise ends. Battlefront fails to deliver space battles, clone wars or 32v32 battles. These are all things battlefront 2 has offered from 2005. This game is very overpriced and I recommend waiting until the price drops.
  53. wade22fan
    Nov 20, 2015
    5
    Star Wars Battlefront is one of the most anticipated games of 2015. It has the words ‘Star Wars’ in the title, so it’s pretty easy to get worked up about. I was looking forward to this game very, very much, especially since I am a big Star Wars fan. I know I am probably in the minority when I say this, but I’m not really big on online multiplayer, which is something this game almostStar Wars Battlefront is one of the most anticipated games of 2015. It has the words ‘Star Wars’ in the title, so it’s pretty easy to get worked up about. I was looking forward to this game very, very much, especially since I am a big Star Wars fan. I know I am probably in the minority when I say this, but I’m not really big on online multiplayer, which is something this game almost completely relies on. It has no single player story, just a couple different modes that aren’t all that fun and take about only an hour to complete. The computer A.I. is a little off and it is never as fun as playing online. I would have liked to see a story unfold full of my favorite Star Wars characters, such as the one in Disney Infinity 3.0, which is probably the best Star Wars game of the year, oddly enough. After spending several hours with Battlefront, I am sad to say the luster wore off pretty quickly.

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    Battlefront’s visuals and sound design are its strongest assets, along with the multiplayer action. There are around eight modes you can play online. A few notables are Droid Run, Heroes vs Villains, Blast, Walker Assault, Cargo and Supremacy. With these modes, players are able to play as their favorite hero or villain and battle against the opposing side, take cargo from one side of a map to the others, while also defending it, and have an all-out war with 20 vs 20 or 10 vs 10 players. These are just a few examples. My favorites were Cargo, Blast and Heroes vs Villains. While my time with the game was fun while it lasted, the fun began to fade. Even my love for Star Wars couldn’t save it. The shooting mechanics are solid, just like that of the Call of Duty titles, but when you have a game that is multiplayer-only and have nothing else to offer, it can’t really stand on its own two feet. The gameplay has some issues to note. I am not an excellent gamer when it comes to online shooters, but I also don’t suck, because I have played games since I was about 7 years old. No matter what I did, I always seemed to die way more than get kills. Other gamers I know have echoed these sentiments. It could be a combination of gameplay problems and some players just playing religiously and becoming way better than casual players. Also, when you die, the game puts you far away from the action, so you have to continually run towards the battle while simultaneously getting killed over and over. It takes the fun away pretty quickly. The lack of weapons and customization doesn’t help the game’s case either.

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    What is most troubling about Battlefront is that EA decided to price the game at $60, while also releasing a DLC in December that is also around $60. That is a little ridiculous, especially for what you are getting. To me, that is highway robbery and I see it as EA taking Star Wars fans’ hard-earned money. If you compare this game to the two original Battlefronts on PS2 or even Rogue Squadron for Gamecube, it looks pretty pathetic. That is a sad thing to say because here we are, ten years later, getting half the package we did back then at the same price point. I miss the days when DLC didn’t exist to be honest. All of the content was already there. Nowadays, with the exception of a few companies, DLC is overpriced and released later on. It just doesn’t make sense and it is an obvious cash grab. Let’s look at it in two ways to gain some perspective. For one, take Star Wars out of it. Imagine that everything is the same: Gameplay, visuals, sound design, multiplayer. Then, how would it hold up? For two, ponder the thought of the game being developed by someone else. CD Projekct Red, Remedy, Bethesda…how much better would it have been? As a Star Wars fan, I won’t let EA rob me. I will not buy this game. I may pick it up way later on down the road, pre-owned, when it is in the bargain bin, but that’s it. I had a tough time deciding on a score because that Star Wars fan in me was fighting with the true gamer in me. I think the true gamer won out in the end. I hope I wasn’t too generous.    … Expand
  54. ItsMattox
    Nov 17, 2015
    5
    Personal as a long time Battlefront player I have some serious issues with this game:

    First of all why do the bad guys have green lasers? I would assume that the good guys would have those lasers, it makes for really confusing gameplay in situations. I'm never sure which side is firing where! The fact that you cannot engage auto pilot while flying is terrible game design. How am I    Personal as a long time Battlefront player I have some serious issues with this game:

    First of all why do the bad guys have green lasers? I would assume that the good guys would have those lasers, it makes for really confusing gameplay in situations. I'm never sure which side is firing where!

    The fact that you cannot engage auto pilot while flying is terrible game design. How am I expected to be able to target things to shoot at while I have to fly as well! No one can do two things at once!

    My biggest frustration is that Jar Jar Binks is NOT I REPEAT NOT a playable character. I think its pretty clear who the most important character in the whole Star Wars franchise really is, and they couldn't acknowledge it .

    This game is leagues behind Call of Duty: Ghosts.    … Expand
  55. Saikron
    Nov 17, 2015
    5
    People have called Call of Duty dumbed down and a kiddie's FPS mainly due to the ease of weapon handling and death streak bonuses. This game targets an even younger, even less experienced audience. Their main design goals seem to have been to recreate the Star Wars universe in the Frostbite engine in a game that a wide variety of people can play.

    This means that the game sounds and    People have called Call of Duty dumbed down and a kiddie's FPS mainly due to the ease of weapon handling and death streak bonuses. This game targets an even younger, even less experienced audience. Their main design goals seem to have been to recreate the Star Wars universe in the Frostbite engine in a game that a wide variety of people can play.

    This means that the game sounds and looks great. The maps look great. It's just that the gameplay doesn't get much more complicated than aiming and managing heat. I haven't been able to drive a vehicle yet, but in the X Wing you don't even have to aim. Targetting computers lock on and achieve perfect accuracy.

    For me this is just barely worth $60. I'll probably play it a couple of weeks and get bored. Once all the DLC is on sale for like $20 I'll get that too.    … Expand
  56. Tick
    Nov 23, 2015
    5
    I start off every review with a 10/10 and work backwards.

    Here it is: Graphics: Pretty good. It looks and feels like the original Trilogy. There are nifty easter-eggs, and small things to go and see. You can really tell the graphics team were Star Wars fans. I am a bit spoiled with all the stuff I've done with my SLI GTX980TI rig, and the modding in games like Skyrim, but I give    I start off every review with a 10/10 and work backwards.

    Here it is:

    Graphics: Pretty good. It looks and feels like the original Trilogy. There are nifty easter-eggs, and small things to go and see. You can really tell the graphics team were Star Wars fans. I am a bit spoiled with all the stuff I've done with my SLI GTX980TI rig, and the modding in games like Skyrim, but I give this game a +2 on graphics out of a possible 3.

    Sound: Very close to the Starwars experience. Overall very solid. Again you can tell this team are Star Wars fans. +2

    Solo play: Terrible... it's shallow, and not worth doing. You can tell they made this game for Online play only and the Solo-play was an afterthought they had to tick off the checklist. A strong Solo-game is essential to building a game brand. To give a person a haven to go and enjoy a deep story that Muli-player just cannot do. Score here -3

    Multiplayer: It's pretty good. Fun but shallow. There isn't enough content to drive me to want to play this game over other titles once the novelty wears off. Score +1

    Game Content: REALLY pathetic. You can tell they made a full game. Took a bunch of the content per EA's request and held it back to sell to gamers later. It's blatantly obvious.... It's like getting spat in the face by EA.... They are thinking "Star Wars fans will pay anything we want them to.... lets charge them a **** The game really falls short here. Score -3

    Seasons Pass: Again EA is a greedy son of a #$!@ here... $50 for content that is already made, more than likely, that they are withholding because they think Star Wars fans will easily part with their money with the upcoming movie hype. This is LOW... marketing killing a game exemplified. I have to give this a -4... This is cause enough for me to not buy any DLC and to put this game on the shelf and trade it in, while it's value is high, for another game.

    This Takes me to my overall score. Starting with 10+2+2-3+1-3-4 = a Score of 5/10

    I think a 5/10 is proper for this game, as the corporate greed aspect and lack of attention to solo-play really justifies a score between 4 and 5... I was generous with giving it a 5.    … Expand
  57. mar_bar
    Nov 19, 2015
    6
    I played both battlefronts on PS2 and renegade squadron on PSP. I've experienced the evolution of the franchise until today. EA's Battlefront is a good game but it could have turned out to be an amazing if they hadn't take many good modes that had on the previously entries. This game sounds, look and feels incredible but its lack of content makes it hard to buy. I've already 15 hours inI played both battlefronts on PS2 and renegade squadron on PSP. I've experienced the evolution of the franchise until today. EA's Battlefront is a good game but it could have turned out to be an amazing if they hadn't take many good modes that had on the previously entries. This game sounds, look and feels incredible but its lack of content makes it hard to buy. I've already 15 hours in the game and I'm starting to feel like it is too repetitive.
    It feels like EA is trying to make the dlc purchase obligatory.    … Expand
  58. podunk411
    Nov 29, 2015
    5
    As others have reiterated, Battlefront Star Wars is fun the first few hours of play, but gets old quick. Call of Duty is masterful by comparison. The hype surrounding the movie really sold this game, but given there's no story or solo campaign in BFSW, it's actually not too integrated with upcoming movie. It is fun to play as the old characters in the SW world and in those iconic scenes,As others have reiterated, Battlefront Star Wars is fun the first few hours of play, but gets old quick. Call of Duty is masterful by comparison. The hype surrounding the movie really sold this game, but given there's no story or solo campaign in BFSW, it's actually not too integrated with upcoming movie. It is fun to play as the old characters in the SW world and in those iconic scenes, but after that wears off, the lack of solid gameplay across the board really sticks out & is super frustrating! Really too bad & way too much money for what it is.… Expand
  59. Ackmans
    Nov 22, 2015
    6
    they take everything nice from battlefrond series and erase it that it a call of duty (star wars) with less content. seriouly EA why you destroy my favorite Star wars game of all time :( my faith in videogaming is gone
  60. KingMiky1994
    Nov 25, 2015
    6
    So I didnt buy the game but played it at a friends house.
    The game just got boring after 2 hours and fortunately he was able to refund it.
    I am happy tho that most of you got burned, because u guys need to learn to stop pre-ordering games (especially from EA!). they even revealed what was going to be missing. All in all the game has beautiful graphics, decent sound and thats about it.    So I didnt buy the game but played it at a friends house.
    The game just got boring after 2 hours and fortunately he was able to refund it.
    I am happy tho that most of you got burned, because u guys need to learn to stop pre-ordering games (especially from EA!).
    they even revealed what was going to be missing.
    All in all the game has beautiful graphics, decent sound and thats about it.
    EA will send the rest of the missing content via DLC.

    Rent this game.    … Expand
  61. RpgLover1
    Nov 20, 2015
    5
    In a game called "Star Wars" there are NO SPACE BATTLES. Multiplayer only game means it WILL last one year and then no one will play it anymore. I'm already bored of it so probably shorter then that. NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NOIn a game called "Star Wars" there are NO SPACE BATTLES. Multiplayer only game means it WILL last one year and then no one will play it anymore. I'm already bored of it so probably shorter then that. NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES NO SPACE BATTLES.… Expand
  62. heisnberg0
    Nov 18, 2015
    5
    Visually decent, but the sound is what holds this somewhat bland game above water.

    Due to the amount of content that has not been released with the game, only to be sold as a "season pass" is a joke. and i will not support these games.
  63. Captiosus
    Nov 23, 2015
    6
    I'm genuinely torn about this game. I have always liked Battlefield since its inception so giving me a Battlefield style game wrapped with Star Wars was guaranteed to make both my Battlefield and Star Wars inner fanboy happy. By and large, I do enjoy the game, even the run-and-gun nature of the ground combat because, honestly, that frenetic pace is consistent with the Star Wars universeI'm genuinely torn about this game. I have always liked Battlefield since its inception so giving me a Battlefield style game wrapped with Star Wars was guaranteed to make both my Battlefield and Star Wars inner fanboy happy. By and large, I do enjoy the game, even the run-and-gun nature of the ground combat because, honestly, that frenetic pace is consistent with the Star Wars universe (see: Hoth in ESB, Endor in RotJ).

    That said, however, it's certainly NOT a *Battlefront* game. It's nothing like the former Battlefront titles and despite the amount of multiplayer modes presented it feels shallow. No decent single player function outside of a handful of really boring missions with only a handful of AI populating the large maps and no story mode. The game really sticks to the Original Trilogy timeline which is OK to a point but really limits overall locations they could use. I'm not a huge fan of the prequel trilogy but I can't help but think it would have been somewhat amazing to have Clone Wars locations or even the whole Geonosis/Hunt for Count Dooku battle. The cynic in me thinks these things might yet make an appearance... if one is willing to dish out the money for the season pass.

    I've also noticed the game is particularly buggy and frequently laggy. Hit detection is off significantly at times, especially with vehicle combat. You can replicate this issue frequently by doing the Snowspeeder training on Hoth: The AT-STs randomly ignore blaster fire even when the game registers a hit on the UI reticule. I can live with this to an extent because of the run and gun nature of some of the modes but it tends to ruin the larger modes that include both vehicles and heroes.

    There is one thing I am NOT torn about and that is the fact that the dogfighting mode, Fighter Squadron, is absolute garbage. DICE had the opportunity to pick up the baton that was dropped by LucasArts following the ancient X-Wing Alliance but what was delivered is a sluggish, bland, aerial fighting game. The mode doesn't even take place in space, which I can't understand since it would have taken less effort to populate a three dimensional spacescape than the current terrain being used. The differences between TIE, TIE Interceptor, X-Wing, and A-Wing are nominal, at best all but defeating the purpose. The shields granted to the rebel ships effectively double their health and make it nigh impossible to destroy them even with a barrage of ion torpedoes and blaster fire from the TIEs. And it is THIS mode where the hit detection and lag problems are at their worst as you can often unload your weapons into an enemy ship only for it to register zero damage or you may be tracking down a ship only for it to magically warp a hundred (game) meters behind you where it's now locking onto you instead. I was genuinely excited for this mode and I really don't want to play it anymore until they rebalance the ships, their perks, and add some extra control sensitivity options for flying vehicles separately.

    Ultimately, I feel like this is too shallow of a game to give a great score to. It's fun to pop in and play a few ground combat rounds but that's it. Even though the Battlefield and Star Wars parts of me enjoys playing, I feel like this could have been so much more than it was. Alas, I sit here waiting for a true successor to Battlefront, X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter/X-Wing Alliance, and Jedi Knight. Unfortunately, I'm afraid I'm going to be waiting a long, long time.    … Expand
  64. TheDahaka
    Nov 19, 2015
    6
    Looks good, sounds good and plays ok. The base game is thin on content with alot more locked behind an expensive season pass. I'm not sure the game has enough depth and content to last past the holiday season and the price of the season pass will ensure most people will be playing the vanilla maps anyway. I predict this one to go the same way as Battlefield Hardline and Titanfall with theLooks good, sounds good and plays ok. The base game is thin on content with alot more locked behind an expensive season pass. I'm not sure the game has enough depth and content to last past the holiday season and the price of the season pass will ensure most people will be playing the vanilla maps anyway. I predict this one to go the same way as Battlefield Hardline and Titanfall with the majority of players dropping off after a short period of time. If you must...try the base game, but hold out on the season pass and see how things pan out before dropping the cash.… Expand
  65. carlingtat
    Jan 30, 2016
    7
    After 10 years and 2 cancelled projects that robbed us of a chance to battle the planets of Star Wars, a sequel has been released and it has arrived in a mixed bag. I've played over 60 hours of this game and after the first 25 hours I didn't have too many grievances outside of EA's bad business plan. However the next 25 hours proved that the more I played it the more complaints I had aboutAfter 10 years and 2 cancelled projects that robbed us of a chance to battle the planets of Star Wars, a sequel has been released and it has arrived in a mixed bag. I've played over 60 hours of this game and after the first 25 hours I didn't have too many grievances outside of EA's bad business plan. However the next 25 hours proved that the more I played it the more complaints I had about the gameplay.

    Positives:
    + Graphically the game looks fantastic and feels smooth. If any game deserves a optimisation and graphics award for 2015 its DICE for Battlefront. Very few frame dips below 60 even on console and very few(if any) glitches or bugs. Game feels like you're stepping into the Star Wars Universe.

    + Card System. While many criticise the card system compared to DICE's usual secondary weapons/ class modes I find it creates a better battle and more chaos which is always fun. Only having to wait for a grenade to refill is a lot better than having to wonder around looking for an ammo bag or someone who drops an ammo bag and shooting at them to try and communicate the face you need ammo.

    + Turning Point, Supremecy and Walker Assault. The 3 best modes in the game are massive and chaotic exactly what you'd expect from Star Wars battles. I do wish that had added conquest to these as well.

    + Fighter Squadron and Air vehicles. I do think they really nailed the controls for the air vehicles. I could never get the hang of the controls for the jets in battlefield and didnt think I would enjoy Fighter Squadron. How wrong I was. The controls, the speed and the open area of air space makes it easy to take flight in one of the vehicles.

    + Heroes and Villians, Playing as both heroes and villians is awesome. Each hero has their own ability set which are useful in certain game modes if you use them right. There is the game mode Heroes v Villians which really makes being the hero more challenging than getting a power up in regular games.

    Negatives:
    - Lack of maps and depth. Yep like everyone else I really hate that it was rushed out before the film to take advantage of the hype of the film. You can see it in the lack of maps, weapons, game modes and single player. If they had waited another 6 months they would have had a good solid game that wouldnt have everyone frothing at the mouth because of the disappointment. And then to charge $50 for a season pass is beyond ridiculous.

    - Game is too casual. I get that they wanted it to have an arcadic feel like the old games but I was hoping for a bit more of a competitive edge. Killing from afar is ridiculously easy even with a weapon that doesnt have a great distance rating, theres no bullet drop and zero recoil. Also there is Aim Assist to really show it casualness.

    - Imbalance between Empire and Rebels. Theres no consistency in balance in the game modes. Some maps and game modes its better to be the rebels and others its better to be the empire. In Walker Assault the empire have AT-ATs and AT-STs while the rebels have nothing. In Endor the empire only has only AT-AT, have camouflaged gear making them hard to see and some of the objective points are in really advantaged defence points.

    - Bobba Fett is ridiculously overpowered. He can fly in the air for an almost unlimited amount of time, has powerful main weapon and targeted torpedo secondary weapon. Hes really hard to hit and he can easily hit you. The hero ships in fighter squadron are ridiculously overpowered as well. It takes a huge amount of shots and time to shoot down either Slave I or Millennium Falcon.

    - DICE still have not been able to fix the collider issues with Frostbite 3. So many times I'd be trying to jump over a small rock or bit of debris and would get stuck. And these are small colliders where if it was in reality a small little jump would be enough to clear it.

    - Air Vehicles slow down. I really don't know why they decided to include this but when you pul back on the left analog when flying an air vehicle you can slow it right down. This means you're practically in the one spot and are able to turn 180 degrees without problem so you can continue to track a ship when they try to evade you. However this means that the ship is never able to evade you making the basic maneuvers absolutely pointless and makes the Fighter Squadron mode far too easy.

    Overall its a good shooter but falls flat due to its own bad publisher plan and by going the casual route. A lot of changes will need to be made in any future sequels to win back many fans.    … Expand
  66. RageoftheGODs
    Nov 29, 2015
    5
    The force is moderately strong with this one...

    Like everyone else, I was excited for a star wars battlefront game. I couldn't help but reminisce about the old times playing galactic conquest on PS2 with my friends for hours. Though I was skeptical about DICE's reboot, deep down I couldn't wait for the release date. First off I will talk about the positives this game has to bring to    The force is moderately strong with this one...

    Like everyone else, I was excited for a star wars battlefront game. I couldn't help but reminisce about the old times playing galactic conquest on PS2 with my friends for hours. Though I was skeptical about DICE's reboot, deep down I couldn't wait for the release date.

    First off I will talk about the positives this game has to bring to the table.
    1. This game is absolutely incredible to look at. The visuals are simply breath taking and at times you can't help but just sit back and look at how incredible everything looks.

    2. The game is incredibly casual and easy to pick up and play. It is understandable why DICE made this game so simple and casual, they need to appeal to as many people as possible. That being said, if you're someone who doesn't have a lot of time to dedicate to playing a game, then this is great for you, because this game requires virtually zero skill to play. Simply put, the game is incredibly simple to play, you'll dominate if you're a Battlefield Veteran like I am.

    3. Last one for the positives. When it really comes down to what is important, the game is fun to play. I've definitely had fun running around on Hoth gunning down rebels as an AT-ST, I have to admit.

    Here comes the main reasons why I only gave this game a 5. Most people would consider a 5 to be a pretty bad score (or at least I do) and this is why I consider Star Wars Battlefront to be a pretty bad game.

    1. The game is INCREDIBLY casual. I know I listed that as a positive, but it's also a negative and this is why. The game gets boring and repetitive incredibly fast! There is very little variety in this game and it is very apparent that DICE was (once again) rushed to release this game. It seems that there are about 4 maps in the entire game and things get very repetitive. There are no classes in this game and your "load out" will be pretty much the same every single game since you will inevitably gravitate towards one load out that works best for you. This, for me, is very disappointing since I loved how the original Battlefront was balanced with the different classes, this game has none of that which, for lack of better words, sucks.

    2. The game has no story mode. This is a big one that people are very disappointed about. I know this one has been mentioned constantly, that's why I'm not going to talk about it.

    3. This game gets boring faster than watching paint dry. If I'm being completely honest, this game doesn't have much when it comes to replay value. There are 2 or 3 game modes that are fun to play, other than those the game simply won't keep you coming back for more. You will inevitably get bored after about a half hour and will stop playing. That's what happens to me every time I play.

    Simply put, I have no doubts that anybody that plays this game will have fun for the first couple hours that they play it, but other than that I wouldn't say that it will keep you playing for the next year. Wait for a price drop and buy it, don't pay 60 dollars for a game that has 30 dollars worth of enjoyment with it. After the aw over the visuals wears off, you will be done with the game.    … Expand
  67. ToFewViews
    Feb 9, 2016
    5
    Fans of Star Wars will be pulled right into this game, It captures the essence of Star Wars great. With gorgeous graphics and immersive sound it really feels like your a storm trooper trying to wipe out the rebel scum. The game is only multiplayer so anyone looking for a single player experience will be disappointed. The multiplayer has 9 game modes, some of witch are very similar but someFans of Star Wars will be pulled right into this game, It captures the essence of Star Wars great. With gorgeous graphics and immersive sound it really feels like your a storm trooper trying to wipe out the rebel scum. The game is only multiplayer so anyone looking for a single player experience will be disappointed. The multiplayer has 9 game modes, some of witch are very similar but some stand out like: Walker Assault and Supremacy, Walker Assault seems to be the fan favorite. It focuses on rebels trying to bring down walkers and the empire defending them. Player customization is a nice way to keep the game fresh, you can choose your blaster and 3 "Star Cards" that can give you things like a jet pack or sniper rifle but then extremely cheap things like a homing missile that can become frustrating. I do wish they added more Star Cards, some feel totally useless and don't add much to the game. Customization for your character is extremely overpriced,Minimule and only unlocked once you have experienced most of the game. It's awesome hearing your blaster going Pew Pew but I do wish they explained upon them more, after awhile you just use the same gun. Battlefront also has a co-op game-mode where you and 1 friend can work through waves of enimes in the most original idea for a game since Candy Crush.
    Battlefront is extremely fun in small bursts and captures the Star Wars universe very well but I feel like there was lots of wasted potential here. It could have been so much more of a game and if you compare this to the Canceled Battlefront 3 or even 2 (for the PS2)it feels like a lot is missing. Unless you want to buy all the DLC with the game 165$ later....    … Expand
  68. theShockdaddy
    Nov 26, 2015
    5
    So despite the mixed reviews I went into Battlefront with a completely open mind. I'm a big fan of the FPS genre and I chose Battlefront over COD on this go around. I have to say that I can't help but have a feeling that something is missing. It feels like a shell almost. The graphics are amazing, the Star Wars aura is great, but other than that it feels hollow. Without a doubt, the factSo despite the mixed reviews I went into Battlefront with a completely open mind. I'm a big fan of the FPS genre and I chose Battlefront over COD on this go around. I have to say that I can't help but have a feeling that something is missing. It feels like a shell almost. The graphics are amazing, the Star Wars aura is great, but other than that it feels hollow. Without a doubt, the fact that they released this game without a campaign was a very poor decision. I mean, this is Star Wars. It screams for a story. Second is character progression. There is no weapon customization, there are limited weapons, and there is no building up a weapon. You could use the same weapon for over 10,000 kills and it will be the same gun you used for kill 1. No weapon progression. I like the star card aspect, it allows some customization depending on how you like to play. Im glad they are releasing a free DLC but they really had no choice. The game needs more for $60.… Expand
  69. Jarhead335
    Nov 27, 2015
    6
    This is not the Battlefront of old, but a flashy rehashing of a concept that once worked and now falls short. Its multiplayer is astounding- for the first few hours. After that, the repetition of the game's core mechanics and incredibly redundant perks, known as "cards", becomes quite tiresome. Singleplayer is a joke, as is local splitscreen. No longer can you wage huge battles with orThis is not the Battlefront of old, but a flashy rehashing of a concept that once worked and now falls short. Its multiplayer is astounding- for the first few hours. After that, the repetition of the game's core mechanics and incredibly redundant perks, known as "cards", becomes quite tiresome. Singleplayer is a joke, as is local splitscreen. No longer can you wage huge battles with or against your friends locally, that mode has been reduced to a strictly competitive 4v4 death match, rendering local play pretty boring. Survival mode is fun the first time, but also quickly grows stale.

    With only 4 actual maps (Tatooine, Endor, Hoth, Sullust) and no ground vehicle options for the Rebel side, it's obvious this game was a money grab through and through. It is not worth retail, and I can only thank the lord I didn't opt for the deluxe edition since you get all the deluxe content in the regular edition anyways, just at a later stage in the game. I hope beyond all hope the free content I've been hearing about comes and in droves, this game sorely needs new maps, BETTER (not more) game modes, and a vehicle rehashing.

    More negatives: you can't customize your weapons, squads are reduced to simply you and one other partner, you can't identify enemies on the battlefield like in Battlefield, you have literally no sidearm ever except your cards (which I feel takes a layer out of the multiplayer experience as I sit and wait for my sniper rifle to recharge for 30 seconds in an excellent position), air combat is incredibly easy and with incredibly predictable spawns makes retaking aerial supremacy downright impossible... I could go on all day.

    It looks fantastic and the sound design is the best video games have to offer, but do not be fooled and judge this book by its cover. You're better off getting Fallout 4 and Rainbow Six Siege this holiday season, at least until the free content downloads start coming.    … Expand
  70. xenofiend95
    Nov 29, 2015
    5
    Battlefront screams quality over quantity, and it definitely won't appeal to certain types of gamers, but it does one thing better than any shooter released in the last couple of years do, it's fun albeit simple. The graphics are top notch, for once I feel like I'm actually inside a Star Wars film, the maps are practically replicas of the sets from the original films. Content wise, this isBattlefront screams quality over quantity, and it definitely won't appeal to certain types of gamers, but it does one thing better than any shooter released in the last couple of years do, it's fun albeit simple. The graphics are top notch, for once I feel like I'm actually inside a Star Wars film, the maps are practically replicas of the sets from the original films. Content wise, this is where most seem to be disappointed, it is definitely lacking as of launch. From a consumers stand point, this is unacceptable, from the Devs standpoint, they were pushed to release this before the new film releases so most of the time was put to authenticity. Dice promise lots of free support on top of the atrociously priced DLC season pass, which starts in early Decemeber. The modes are mostly fun but are typical shooter fare, minus one called Hero Hunt which is all based on cheap tactics and luck to win, but the true catch here are the two larger scale modes. These are Walker Assault and Supremacy. Walker Assault pits Rebels against Imperials with heavy artillery within a time limit to destroy all Imperial AT-AT's or have their base destroyed resulting in loss. Supremacy is very much Battlefields classic conquest mode with a catch, instead of losing respawn tickets both teams are fighting over capturing all the control points, being whoever has them all by the end or who has the most wins. Overall I see this as a very niche game, it will appeal mostly to Star Wars fans and casual shooter players like myself (I tend to pop in an online shooter for maybe a couple hours once or twice a week). This game most likely won't appeal to the COD or Halo fan, even Battlefield fans and this is a game developed by DICE, all because it lacks depth or realism. The game is very arcadey and doesn't hold hundered of levels worth of in game unlocks as of launch. This is a game you pick up and play every once in awhile, it is not the kind of game you'll throw 100's hours online into a game like in Battlefield. But with DICE's promise of free post launch update content I have hope for this game to become something much better. As of now I can't go higher than a 6/10, although I'm enjoying the game I can't justify the lack of content at launch for $60. Maybe in a few months it will be worth it. But in my opinion the season pass fiasco has gotten out of hand. No games post launch content should double the price of a game and I am boycotting EA by not purchasing any of the DLC just as I did with BF3 and BF4.… Expand
  71. C0ncox
    Dec 3, 2015
    7
    Not bad for an EA game.

    Pros: Makes me feel like I'm in a Star Wars Battle with the incredible graphics and the all the **** happening around you. The multiplayer gamemodes are pretty cool themselves. The audio is spectacular. Everything that the game does good, it does perfectly. Cons: Feels empty in gameplay. The balancing is **** Unlock system is disappointingly limited,    Not bad for an EA game.

    Pros: Makes me feel like I'm in a Star Wars Battle with the incredible graphics and the all the **** happening around you. The multiplayer gamemodes are pretty cool themselves. The audio is spectacular. Everything that the game does good, it does perfectly.

    Cons: Feels empty in gameplay. The balancing is **** Unlock system is disappointingly limited, especially in the appearance of your character. Voice acting for the Heroes are really bad impressions (except for Boba Fett who's voiced by the actual Clone Trooper guy). There is a single player but nothing that makes me as immersed as the game modes on multiplayer. No conquest or story mode either.    … Expand
  72. The_Ides
    Dec 3, 2015
    7
    Star Wars Battlefront suffers from the same problems many other online only boxed releases suffer. At its current price Battlefront doesn't justify it with the amount of content available. This doesn't mean that the content available is bad though but that its leaving me wanting more.
  73. vcts1993
    Aug 31, 2016
    5
    At all it isn't a bad game, as a HUGE fan of Star Wars, i rally loved the soundtrack of the game, the graphic, the maps, the characters that are on the game and the game modes... But, the bad thing is, the few content that we have on the game to play with, just a few maps, a few guns (including the cards), no campaign, few variation of vehicles, few heroes/villains and etc... The gamesAt all it isn't a bad game, as a HUGE fan of Star Wars, i rally loved the soundtrack of the game, the graphic, the maps, the characters that are on the game and the game modes... But, the bad thing is, the few content that we have on the game to play with, just a few maps, a few guns (including the cards), no campaign, few variation of vehicles, few heroes/villains and etc... The games really starts being repetitive and boring with 20-30 minutes of gameplay, and looks like the game will only be complete, with the DLCs , looks like the game where cut on a half, or with 60-70% and the rest of it is with the DLCs (that are not very good)… Expand
  74. Congratulations
    Nov 21, 2015
    6
    Very simple gameplay and a lack of content brings down what is an otherwise stunning game. The whopping $50 season pass being advertised on the main menu of the game that I've just spent sixty dollars on, doesn't exactly help, and makes my purchase and faith in their project feel unappreciated. But that's just my opinion ^_^ thanks for reading, if you did ^-^
  75. BetterThanSonic
    Nov 30, 2015
    6
    While it lacks in content that made the original Battlefront games so much fun, it's still a better game than Sonic Adventure, Sonic Adventure 2, and Sonic Boom.
  76. oDjento
    Nov 19, 2015
    6
    Okay, let's set things straight. This game is over priced for what it delivers but it does not deserve a 0/10 at all; people giving it that are probably far too young to be reviewing the game or tyranical internet nerds that complain about the slightest detail of anything.
    Yes, there are NOT enough maps at all (pretty much only 4), but the saying the game does not have enough content is    Okay, let's set things straight. This game is over priced for what it delivers but it does not deserve a 0/10 at all; people giving it that are probably far too young to be reviewing the game or tyranical internet nerds that complain about the slightest detail of anything.
    Yes, there are NOT enough maps at all (pretty much only 4), but the saying the game does not have enough content is ludicrous! There are a bunch of different game modes to play, and coop missions too along with admittedly tedious and limited customisation, but it's still there if you want it.
    Now why should you not hate? It's simple; the game provides fun and exciting gameplay that really capture the essence of star wars. Sound tracks are (for the most part) great and sound design is astonishing! The guns are fun to use and combat is hectic but solid. The graphics are movie-like, seeing some of the stuff happen in game brings a tear to your eye at how good it is!
    Honestly though, I am pissed about EA's money whoring season pass but i'm still enjoying the game, and i'm not being childish about it. Sadly doesn't live up to the originals but is a worthy contemporary take on the game. I will buy the season pass mainly because i'm enjoying the game and if you don't like the game don't worry, you don't have to buy the game!
    On an additional note, voice acting is a little dodgy. It's a good, fun game, and looks incredible. Don't mess up the ratings systems with your tantrums.
    6.4/10    … Expand
  77. carrotsidedown
    Nov 17, 2015
    7
    There is plenty to enjoy this game, especially in the early going. The 40-player, objective-based skirmishes encapsulate the absolute essence of Star Wars. Battlefront is full of moments which make you feel like you're in the movies, with absolute fantasy moments.

    However, these are all short-lived; as this game suffers from a lack of depth and complexity to keep it sustainable for more    There is plenty to enjoy this game, especially in the early going. The 40-player, objective-based skirmishes encapsulate the absolute essence of Star Wars. Battlefront is full of moments which make you feel like you're in the movies, with absolute fantasy moments.

    However, these are all short-lived; as this game suffers from a lack of depth and complexity to keep it sustainable for more than a couple play-sessions. Too limited in its maps and modes to keep people hooked, it will nevertheless provide enough fun to jump onto once in a while.

    I would recommend a rental if possible.    … Expand
  78. BlackWolf89x
    Nov 24, 2015
    7
    I like this game, its fun and intertaining and it really makes you feel like you are in your very own Star Wars movie, but apart from that there is still something missing and that is content.
    For the games price you dont really get that much content that you hoped for and you hit a blind spot in the game really fast because of that, but if you want alot more of content then you have to    I like this game, its fun and intertaining and it really makes you feel like you are in your very own Star Wars movie, but apart from that there is still something missing and that is content.
    For the games price you dont really get that much content that you hoped for and you hit a blind spot in the game really fast because of that, but if you want alot more of content then you have to buy a season pass which sadly is really expensive and costs nearly as much as the game itself which is a total turn-off. The expensive season pass does sure have some great content, but it isnt worth the price, I really want it but I dont want to pay the games price over again just to get that more content so I will just stick to the game as it is, enjoy it and wait for the season pass to lower in price which I hope it does.
    One thing EA could have done was to add the content in the game and take a little bit more for the game, I think that would make the game more attractive.

    Conclusion: It's a good game, really amazing graphics, but a real rip-off of a season pass and that's why it ends up on a 6 score.
    Sorry EA, but you cant take that much for a season pass compared to what other game developers take for their games season passes, it makes EA feel so money greedy.
    Lower the price to the half, and we have a deal!    … Expand
  79. GrumpyReviewer
    Dec 3, 2015
    7
    There are elements that need to be acknowledged: the game looks and sounds INCREDIBLE and is a dream come true in a sense that it makes you feel like you are inside the universe of one of the most beloved franchises in history. It really feels like you are part of it. So there is a fan service here that will definitely appeal to SW fans.

    That being said, the game itself. It's an okay    There are elements that need to be acknowledged: the game looks and sounds INCREDIBLE and is a dream come true in a sense that it makes you feel like you are inside the universe of one of the most beloved franchises in history. It really feels like you are part of it. So there is a fan service here that will definitely appeal to SW fans.

    That being said, the game itself. It's an okay shooter (although simplistic in its mechanics), that can be fun. But unfortunately, there are so many flaws to SW-Battlefront that, no matter how much of a hardcore fan you are, can't be forgiven:

    1) No single-player content at all (the single player stuff barely qualifies in my opinion, as it is just a boredom fest).

    2) Very limited options in terms of game modes and maps. It gets old and thin really fast.

    3) EXTREMELY slow progress to a point where you might ask yourself: "why bother?".

    4) Almost non existent character customization (the current one is bullsh*t).

    5) Just one airship battle (why not include a space battle?).

    6) Reeks of and leaks EA's greed. It's so obvious EA (yet again) has released an incomplete game, to keep charging the gamers later on with DLC, that is almost obscene. It's disgusting. There is a 50 dollar Season Pass to stuff nobody knows the details and that will give content that could have been inside the original release (more maps, planets, heroes, modes).

    I love and hate this game. Love it just because it's Star Wars and it's gorgeous. Hate it because it represents the WORST behaviour in this industry. EA will hang itself with its own rope. And I will be laughing on the day this happens.    … Expand
  80. Datamari
    Nov 29, 2015
    7
    EA may be greedy, but they make some damn good games.
    Star Wars Battlefront is here, and it's.. not exactly what we expected. It captures the essence of the Star Wars universe, having most of the sound effects, characters, and the overall elements of Star Wars. It has great visuals, good sound design, and the modes are fun; the Walker Assault mode being my favorite. However, there is    EA may be greedy, but they make some damn good games.
    Star Wars Battlefront is here, and it's.. not exactly what we expected. It captures the essence of the Star Wars universe, having most of the sound effects, characters, and the overall elements of Star Wars. It has great visuals, good sound design, and the modes are fun; the Walker Assault mode being my favorite. However, there is hardly any content to Battlefront. There's no sort of campaign, which would've been a great addition; seriously, it's STAR WARS. The combat can get repetitive, the progression system is lackluster, and sometimes there really is no point to coming back to the game. I felt as if there could have been a lot more that this game could've given us, like space battles with TIE fighters and X-Wings or maybe even pod-racing.
    Overall, Battlefront is not a bad game, by any means. It makes you feel as if you're in the Star Wars universe, and the co-op and solo missions are great! However, there is hardly anything to come back to. It's fun for the most part, but after that, it's just average.

    Star Wars Battlefront gets a 7/10.    … Expand
  81. Killshotef1
    Mar 5, 2016
    5
    Star wars battlefront.....where do i begin. Graphics? best ive seen in a video game thus far. Gameplay? also very fun and more focused on casual gamers which i do like as i dont get rekt every time i play it. content? NO NO NO....HOW COULD EA HAVE DONE THIS????????? The lack of content is so painfully bad i want to cry. At launch this game had about 3 and a half hours of new experiences (Star wars battlefront.....where do i begin. Graphics? best ive seen in a video game thus far. Gameplay? also very fun and more focused on casual gamers which i do like as i dont get rekt every time i play it. content? NO NO NO....HOW COULD EA HAVE DONE THIS????????? The lack of content is so painfully bad i want to cry. At launch this game had about 3 and a half hours of new experiences ( im saying experiences because there is absolutely no campaign or worth while story mode. yes that means galactic conquest too) Since then they have added a new gamemode and a handful of maps for online multiplayer. but that still does not make up for the complete lack of any single player content. Yes there is survival mode. but it is so half A@@ed that it is more like a tutorial that you should do before actually getting into the main game. my point is you need other people playing with you in order to have any fun at all in this game. It is heartbreaking, so much so that ive went back to bf2 just to see what this game could have been. yeah its pretty, but whats the point in looking good if theres no personality to go with it??? The character customization is literally a bunch of different faces, about 7 overall, with about 3 different hair cuts. that is until you get to rank 40 and 50, then you get a few unique characters. that and the guns. there could have been so much more variety than the 10 guns you unlock through the game. so from here on out we will finish off with pros and cons. with pros first.....

    pros..
    ~Graphics are AMAZING. AND I MEAN AMAZING
    ~Gameplay is fun and balanced.
    ~Sounds and effects are on par with the movies.
    ~You get the ability to choose the map you would like to play on, the game searches for sessions taking place on the map you choose.
    ~Air battles are fun. but you will get the other half of this in the cons section
    ~Free maps and gamemodes have and will continue to be added into the game.
    ~the game is addicting.

    Cons...
    ~WHERE IS THE REST OF THIS GAME???
    ~THE EXPANSION PASS COSTS FIFTY FREAKING DOLLARS ARE YOU KIDDING ME????
    ~BAREBONES CHARACTER CUSTOMIZATION
    ~NO SPACE BATTLES.... THIS IS STAR WARS EA..........STAR WARS... STAR..AS IN SPACE....
    ~WHERE IS GALACTIC CONQUEST??? WHERE IS EVERYTHING THAT MAKES A STAR WARS GAME A STAR WARS GAME???
    and on that note.......im done. i dont recommend buying this game until it goes on sale. wait for a bundle. so that when you buy it, you are buying the complete game. because in its current state, it is unfinished. dont make the same mistake i did and spend 120 dollars on the "ultimate super awesome spaceman edition". it isnt worth it as of now. I rate it a 5 out of 10...    … Expand
  82. aeluna
    Nov 17, 2015
    7
    A fair score for this game how it is is a 7. Where this game falls short is its ability to grab my attention for extended periods of time, the controls, and the basis of any FPS, the shooting.

    Controls: 2/10 The fact that I am forced to keep my aim/shoot on L2-R2 where almost every other FPS is L1-R1 is a massive mistake. It feels unnatural. It feels uncomfortable. Its down right    A fair score for this game how it is is a 7. Where this game falls short is its ability to grab my attention for extended periods of time, the controls, and the basis of any FPS, the shooting.

    Controls: 2/10 The fact that I am forced to keep my aim/shoot on L2-R2 where almost every other FPS is L1-R1 is a massive mistake. It feels unnatural. It feels uncomfortable. Its down right annoying. There should ALWAYS be a plethora of control options so players can tailor the controls to how they see fit.

    Targeting: 3/10The targeting is horrible. As many flaws as Destiny had, its core game-play should be a model for all FPS games. Battlefront is like trying to shoot clay pigeons with a shotgun. You have to lead your target whether your target is far or near. It just doesn't feel natural. That being said, I do like having to lead my target with long distant sniping. It actually requires skill and is very rewarding.

    Graphics: 10/10 Not much to say here. One of the most, if not the best, looking games on the PS4.

    SFX: 9/10

    Content: 6/10 There are enough different game modes to keep the PvP interesting for some time but the lack of campaign is difficult to swallow. Considering the scale of the Star Wars universe and what the core game delivered, its evident that EA will milk this game through DLC.

    Recommendations: Wait to pickup a used copy. Its a fun game to sit down and burn an hour or two but for extended periods of time it gets boring and probably will just make you suck at other FPS games considering how wack the aiming and controls are.    … Expand
  83. johnem95
    Dec 25, 2015
    7
    The amazing sights and sounds of Star Wars: Battlefront alone keep me wanting to boot up the game on a consistent basis. There's a handful of replayable game modes here, too, (with a couple being one and dones), however, there's a disappointing lack of blasters and sub-weapons to choose from, and the few there are to choose from, you unlock rather quickly. There's a lot of fun to be had,The amazing sights and sounds of Star Wars: Battlefront alone keep me wanting to boot up the game on a consistent basis. There's a handful of replayable game modes here, too, (with a couple being one and dones), however, there's a disappointing lack of blasters and sub-weapons to choose from, and the few there are to choose from, you unlock rather quickly. There's a lot of fun to be had, but it could definitely use some more content. Those aforementioned replayable game modes can only have you coming back for so long...… Expand
  84. luckydutch
    Nov 23, 2015
    7
    There is a lot of hate on here for this game but I'm here to tell you that 90% of it is nonsense. This is a good game. It has it's flaws but I have had a lot of fun with it already.

    Positives: Graphics and Sound - Just... wow! So true to the original films and so immersive. Voice acting of heroes isn't great but you seldom play as them and get over it pretty quick. Gameplay -    There is a lot of hate on here for this game but I'm here to tell you that 90% of it is nonsense. This is a good game. It has it's flaws but I have had a lot of fun with it already.

    Positives:

    Graphics and Sound - Just... wow! So true to the original films and so immersive. Voice acting of heroes isn't great but you seldom play as them and get over it pretty quick.

    Gameplay - Arcade-style (no ADS) shooter but it works well and fits with the way previous Battlefronts played. Grenades aren't TOO spammy and things like the homing missile which could be game-breakingly OP have been tuned well and if you're by cover you can avoid them.

    Flying - This is not a flight simulator and the controls are relatively basic, but again, they work well and there is definitely a huge difference between skilled and new pilots. I am still learning new ways to shake of determined pursuers. If you can achieve air superiority in walker assault you can have a massive influence on the game. Strafing runs on ground targets can be absolutely devastating and really fun!

    Game modes - Walker Assault and Supremacy are the main ones but I disagree that other modes are redundant. I've had a lot of fun with Fighter Squadron and Blast (TDM) so far and am yet to try Droid run or Drop Zone.

    Accessibility/Skill Cap - You can pick up this game and learn the basics in no time making it great fun and very accessible. Equally, the difference between a skilled player and novice one is sizable. Especially in air combat! If you're skilled you can have a sizable influence on the outcome of a game by playing the objectives properly. I think the people who don't enjoy this game are the people who try to play it like cod and sneak round the side and try to just rake in kills. In a 40v40 game with accessible controls and vehicles, someone is definitely going to kill you if you try that and you wont be going on many mad kill streaks that way.

    Negatives:

    Content Quantity - everyone has massively over-stated this but in fairness, I do think they're about 2 planets short of a sufficiently large game to warrant the price tag. The Battle of Jakku will be free when it comes out in Dec so really, they're only one planet short which is forgivable.

    Weapon Design - Blasters handle quite bizarrely at long range. Some are technically accurate (i.e. a small spread) but often the lasers don't seem to be going where you expect and it takes some mental adjustment. Equally, a fully-auto blaster can hit and quickly kill you from absolutely miles away if shot right and can make for some somewhat frustrating long-range stand-offs and really random deaths at times. The actual sniper rifle star card is reasonably challenging to use and should be the main method of sniping at range, I think blasters should be significantly tuned-down at longer ranges. Also turrets and vehicles like the AT-ST handle very strangely. Often find myself needing to aim much higher than the crosshairs would make you believe in order to shoot where I want to. Needs some patching but not game-breaking in any way.

    Team Balancing - the teams in a lobby will stay the same game after game (and you alternate between Rebel and Imperial each match. This is fine most of the time but occasionally you will get a very unbalanced lobby with one very dominant team which remains the same game after game. You can just leave the lobby but it's not ideal. The partner system seems to prevent massive premades though so that helps a bit.

    All in all, this is a great game and I actually enjoy playing this with a friend more than CoD (although cod edges it out for solo-queuing as I love hardcore mode). It certainly has it's place in my collection along side Black Ops 3 and Fallout 4 for this winter and with a few adjustments could be a top-notch multiplayer game.    … Expand
  85. gNarNar
    Nov 20, 2015
    7
    This exactly what i hoped it to be. the game is not bad by any means. The shooting is solid everything is balanced and if you want a more over powered feel there are game modes to make it feel more in depth. rather than "lack of content" lets review whats there, and whats there is amazing. The game feels even better when playing with a group of buddies online.
    This game isnt suppose to    This exactly what i hoped it to be. the game is not bad by any means. The shooting is solid everything is balanced and if you want a more over powered feel there are game modes to make it feel more in depth. rather than "lack of content" lets review whats there, and whats there is amazing. The game feels even better when playing with a group of buddies online.
    This game isnt suppose to be a group of dudes camping each other AND ITS NOT which is amazing. As players are beginning to hit max level and unlocking everything there is more depth to the game as time goes on.It Feels like bad company 2 but with future tech.

    Hating EA is something of a trend now. you hear people whispering behind closed doors that they actually love the game but just wont admit it because "dlc".
    But i still give this game a 7/10 Because at least 3 more planets would of been awesome but we are getting 1 free planet in about 10 days but 2 or 3 more would of been ideal.    … Expand
  86. Dukay66
    Nov 17, 2015
    7
    Star Wars Battlefront takes one of the most well known brands and utilizes it in a way that's almost jaw dropping. The game is beautiful and might be the best looking console game I've ever played, it's that impressive. On top of that, it looks like Star Wars, whatever Star Wars looks like. The sound design is also some of the best out there. From a foot step in the snow on Hoth, to aStar Wars Battlefront takes one of the most well known brands and utilizes it in a way that's almost jaw dropping. The game is beautiful and might be the best looking console game I've ever played, it's that impressive. On top of that, it looks like Star Wars, whatever Star Wars looks like. The sound design is also some of the best out there. From a foot step in the snow on Hoth, to a blaster beam exploding into a rock on Tatooine it sounds unbelievable. Battlefront goes above and beyond in these places, but fails at putting enough content to make the game feel worthwhile. I've personally been using the same gun since I've started so I can have something to look forward later on in the game when I surely know it will become repetitive. Maps are great, but there aren't enough of them and there are only a few game modes worth spending time on. I hope Battlefront get's non-season pass support to keep regular players engaged in the game, because it's most importantly a very fun experience that is a dud in the content department.… Expand
  87. Bitek
    Oct 12, 2017
    7
    Awesome game with a lot of content. I bought this game first day it came out and at first I was not into it at all. I actually did not like the gameplay .I guess I had VERY high expectations. But recently (almost after a year)started playing the game more often and the more I played it the more I liked it. I did buy Season Pass to get access to all expansion packs (well worth the money).Awesome game with a lot of content. I bought this game first day it came out and at first I was not into it at all. I actually did not like the gameplay .I guess I had VERY high expectations. But recently (almost after a year)started playing the game more often and the more I played it the more I liked it. I did buy Season Pass to get access to all expansion packs (well worth the money).

    So what changed my mind about the game ? Well first of all I do enjoy many cool modes in the game and intense battles. Game graphics are beautiful with immersive music and sounds. Weapons are awesome, heroes are super fun to play There is not much to complain about Star Wars. This game is simply joy to play .    … Expand
  88. phillyjeff
    Dec 27, 2015
    7
    If you were expecting Battlefield 4 but in the SW universe you'll be disappointed, big time. If you judge this game as a standalone game and not compare it to any other DICE game, you'll enjoy the game. With that being said they're still issues with the amount of content in the game, which should be addressed
  89. TheQuietGamer
    Nov 26, 2015
    7
    It's going to be a mixed bag for many, but Battlefront does enough right to still be an enjoyable game. Those wanting a game reminiscent of the older Battlefront titles are going to be disappointed. Same for those looking for a content rich experience. However people just looking for some Star Wars fun can find an enjoyable experience here. They just have to be willing to put up with someIt's going to be a mixed bag for many, but Battlefront does enough right to still be an enjoyable game. Those wanting a game reminiscent of the older Battlefront titles are going to be disappointed. Same for those looking for a content rich experience. However people just looking for some Star Wars fun can find an enjoyable experience here. They just have to be willing to put up with some less than satisfactory aspects.

    There's no single-player campaign. There is single-player, offline content, but it all just boils down to bot matches and tutorials. There are some bonus objectives to tackle in these modes, but the only one really worth spending any time with is the survival mode. Unfortunately it too has some issues. For one there are only four maps. It also limits the mode to only two players. It's decent, but the AI isn't the greatest and honestly it lacks the punch survival modes have in other games.

    But by far the most disappointing part of the meager single-player offerings are that they show potential for what could have been an at least decent campaign. DICE nailed the universe. This game really does feel like Star Wars. Thee graphics and sound are both stellar. Combine those elements with some sharper AI, a solid plot, and decent structure and there could have been a campaign worth talking about. Sadly there isn't.

    With the offline content being so lackluster this is definitely a multiplayer focused game. Thankfully it mostly succeeds there. However the more picky out there will still find plenty of gripes. It isn't exactly bursting at the seams with content. More maps at launch would have been appreciated as would have some more modes. I personally view what's here as at the very least a decent amount of content. The real sting about this though comes from the $50 season pass. It's like EA wants us to pay almost double for a more complete experience. Kind of a low move.

    Another potential issue comes from the gameplay itself. Star Wars is a huge property. One that has attracted fans from every walk of life. In order to make a game that is accessible to as many of these fans as possible, it has been dumbed down in some ways from your average shooter. Skill still trumps all, but no matter what your gaming experience you can still feel at least a little proud of yourself when matches end. It's not too bad. The only real issue I have with it is the lack of voice chat. Without it there really isn't any strategizing going on outside of party chat with your friends. Some modes could benefit from it.

    Yet for all of Battlefront's issues I still find myself having fun with it. That's because it feels like Star Wars. Blasting my way through familiar locations, getting hero power ups, and playing fun modes like Walker Assault make it an enjoyable enough an experience to recommend for most Star Wars fans. Even with most of the modes just being standard to the average FPS, the Star Wars skin keeps me entertained. Perhaps it's better off as a rental at first, but I think Star Wars fans just looking for some multiplayer fun are going to find something to enjoy here regardless of faults.

    I give the game a 7.5/10    … Expand
  90. DSouls_guy
    Nov 21, 2015
    7
    Here's a game that got way to much hype since day one, although I really enjoy the MP, that's about all battle front has to offer. If you are looking for a single player story mode you're gonna be really disappointed, because there isn't one!!! the only thing on this game is a decent MP and training missions that all.Battle front is kinda buggy but I haven't seen anything game breakingHere's a game that got way to much hype since day one, although I really enjoy the MP, that's about all battle front has to offer. If you are looking for a single player story mode you're gonna be really disappointed, because there isn't one!!! the only thing on this game is a decent MP and training missions that all.Battle front is kinda buggy but I haven't seen anything game breaking yet. the Graphics however are fantastic and so is the musical score. if you're looking for a game to just play mp this is the game for you, and if you want a starwars story you wont find it here.… Expand
  91. JustinElliot
    Dec 2, 2015
    7
    at first i was like "yayyyyy star wars ahhhhhhhh pew pew pew" then slowly i was like... this is a boring a$$ game haha. take away starwars and i wonder if all those green ratings would still be green.
  92. funkamonkey
    Dec 2, 2015
    7
    Battlefront is on one hand a let down and on the other hand the Star Wars game I've always wanted to play.

    The let down. Why this has been left out I can only guess at. Space battles. These are as important to a SW fan as a fight between Vader & Luke. They may be behind a EA paywall but we'll see very soon I suppose. That brings me to the biggest let down. The lack of maps. I know    Battlefront is on one hand a let down and on the other hand the Star Wars game I've always wanted to play.

    The let down. Why this has been left out I can only guess at. Space battles. These are as important to a SW fan as a fight between Vader & Luke. They may be behind a EA paywall but we'll see very soon I suppose.

    That brings me to the biggest let down. The lack of maps. I know season passes are the norm now but this takes the p*ss.

    Now this is where the Star Wars fan in me takes over. Looking up at the sky and seeing Slave 1 chasing down the Falcon causes a geekgasm. Then there's the sound and sights. Running towards a target hearing the sound of laser blasts or the swish of a sabre is perfect. The music ramps up when a hero enters the battle and this adds to the atmosphere.

    Those moments stop this game from earning a 5. EA have screwed players over with the season pass and all of the modes except the Fighter battles feel like TDM.

    I know EA have added the battle of Jakku for free but this doesn't change a thing. I love Star Wars and I play this game every day but I feel a bit cheated.    … Expand
  93. NikolayG
    Jan 4, 2016
    7
    Fighting against other players in an X-Wing or Tie Fighter is fantastic and the ships, environments, and sounds, are beautiful! And you get a cockpit view, which, for me is mandatory. While I'm pretty good at dogfighting I stink on the ground so in FPS mode I can only fight against bots in single player mode, and that is pretty boring even though the environments look great. This is reallyFighting against other players in an X-Wing or Tie Fighter is fantastic and the ships, environments, and sounds, are beautiful! And you get a cockpit view, which, for me is mandatory. While I'm pretty good at dogfighting I stink on the ground so in FPS mode I can only fight against bots in single player mode, and that is pretty boring even though the environments look great. This is really only a multi-player game for all intents and purposes. And even in multi-player, there's no campaign. You just select a battle and jump in. This means you don't get the satisfaction of earning your way through a story in which you make progress through an entire war, taking it battle by battle, and that's a big negative, especially with a $60 game, which is why I give this a 7.… Expand
  94. Jack97
    May 5, 2016
    6
    Battlefront has solid gameplay and very impressive looking maps and worlds - all of which engross you into the Star Wars universe. However the lack of content, that will be available as DLC, is noticeable, and the game you got on release day is fun at first but after a while it gets repetitive. Still a fun game to play though.
  95. Nednerb
    Apr 26, 2016
    6
    Describing Star Wars Battelfront is like describing your first car. It drives okay, but the engine stalls, the indicators don't work, the handbrake doesn't catch and it chews through petrol. Visually the game is stunning and the game play is fairly smooth. The hit boxes are a bit broken and the lack of recoil is a bit of a nuisance as it gives an even the crappiest of players an evenDescribing Star Wars Battelfront is like describing your first car. It drives okay, but the engine stalls, the indicators don't work, the handbrake doesn't catch and it chews through petrol. Visually the game is stunning and the game play is fairly smooth. The hit boxes are a bit broken and the lack of recoil is a bit of a nuisance as it gives an even the crappiest of players an even playing field. The biggest problem faced in this game is the constant gltiches, bugs and lack of support from EA and Dice and lack of content. It feels as if the game was designed to be released half finished and force its players to purchase DLC's to experience the true game. The game lacks single player which is a huge downside to the game. Despite the game having a extremely bad start, it isn't that bad overall. It's fun in small doses and as with any multiplayer competitive game can get extremely annoying and frustrating. For the trophy hunters, despite almost impossible to get trophies (due to glitches) it is relatively easy to obtain and a bit of grind fest.… Expand
  96. Turbodowg
    Dec 10, 2015
    5
    As many have said previously, Star wars Battlefront is technically superb. Graphics are beautiful and the overall game mechanics work well. Movement is fluent and everything on the surface is well polished. The issues come from the fact that the game is boring. It doesn't hold your attention for long periods and there is little reason to level up and keep playing. It's a by the numbersAs many have said previously, Star wars Battlefront is technically superb. Graphics are beautiful and the overall game mechanics work well. Movement is fluent and everything on the surface is well polished. The issues come from the fact that the game is boring. It doesn't hold your attention for long periods and there is little reason to level up and keep playing. It's a by the numbers FPS. Nothing new, nothing special, nothing to set it apart. Guns feel like they have little variation and all have zero recoil. Maps are nice looking but don't have anything to make them memorable. Gun-play is pay to win because if you paid for the Special edition you unlock a one hit kill weapon that means players with very little skill can easily beat decent players with luck. Leading to frustrating situations.

    Sound is great, graphics are great but there is little content, only a few game modes and a handful of maps mean you will feel ripped off paying full price for this game. Maybe get the full version in a year when it's cheaper, been patched and all map packs are out. Until then I wouldn't really waste paying 60.00 on this game.    … Expand
  97. fabio77
    Dec 18, 2015
    7
    I paid 28£ for a digital version of the game, and I think is worth that amount. I liked the gameplay , is a bit simplistic, but is something that somehow reminds me of the old school FPS, and that is good. Not much content, as everyone says, but if you can get some discount, you'll find a funny, graphically gorgeous, Star Wars game... and try not(!) to think about the old Battlefronts
  98. at0g
    Nov 28, 2015
    6
    Graphics and sound are pretty good, but the game itself is well, boring.
    There are a lot fewer bugs than battlefield 4, but I suspect that is because it is an ultra dumbed down version of the engine (no bullet drop, no destructive terrain, max 40 players).
    There is no campaign mode (I think this is a good thing, but maybe there should be a single player title for those that want that)    Graphics and sound are pretty good, but the game itself is well, boring.
    There are a lot fewer bugs than battlefield 4, but I suspect that is because it is an ultra dumbed down version of the engine (no bullet drop, no destructive terrain, max 40 players).
    There is no campaign mode (I think this is a good thing, but maybe there should be a single player title for those that want that) and the matchmaking is pretty good, allowing you to just jump into a game.
    Weapons are limited, and most of them are useless. There are no classes (medic, sniper, engineer etc) and its all hipfire, all the time (crouching/aiming make no difference to accuracy).
    I think "Battlefield in space - for dummies" would have been a better title.    … Expand
  99. Venonomicon
    Dec 7, 2015
    7
    There isn't much I can say that has not been said by other critics, so I'll keep it simple; It looks good, sounds good, & is fun to dip into, however it is an on-line, multi-player game, with additional solo/duo modes tacked on. It sadly is lacking Battlefront series staples, such as getting into vehicles (you now pick up a token), flying into orbit (you don't leave atmospheres), hijackingThere isn't much I can say that has not been said by other critics, so I'll keep it simple; It looks good, sounds good, & is fun to dip into, however it is an on-line, multi-player game, with additional solo/duo modes tacked on. It sadly is lacking Battlefront series staples, such as getting into vehicles (you now pick up a token), flying into orbit (you don't leave atmospheres), hijacking enemy vehicles (due to the new token system), & the Galactic Conquest mode.

    I would value the core game at £20. if it contained the season pass then £40 would be fair.
    Sadly this game stands to be the biggest financial rip-off that I have ever seen to date as it's priced at £40 for the core game, & over £100 for the complete game!

    Star Wars fans will buy SWB for the hype, it will sell well & be enjoyed by casual gamers, & the core gamers will either tire of it quickly, or play it in addition to other similar games, as a secondary, or tertiary game, but I doubt as a primary one.    … Expand
  100. curtiswolf
    Dec 29, 2015
    7
    I saw this coming to be honest. I had a bad feeling from the get go that DICE and EA were not going to do this game any justice. But people were very excited for this title and ended up being very dissapointed. Its most likely the biggest disappointment of the year next to the Order 1886.

    Let me start off with the game's good quality's. The Graphics, sound, and design overall is    I saw this coming to be honest. I had a bad feeling from the get go that DICE and EA were not going to do this game any justice. But people were very excited for this title and ended up being very dissapointed. Its most likely the biggest disappointment of the year next to the Order 1886.

    Let me start off with the game's good quality's. The Graphics, sound, and design overall is fantastic. Plus the game feels like your in a true, real, star war's battle (especially on Hoth). But the game's fun factor soon fades due to the lack of content.

    There are to me personally, two good game modes, Supremacy and Fighter Squadron ( idk if thats the right name). All the rest seem to be filler game modes. Supremacy is a really good game mode, but seeing it only has 4 maps to go along with it kinda made it very repetitive after a while. The game also doesn't have much to offer to as of customization. I dont believe there is a single gun attachment. If that doesn't explain the lack of content i dont know what will.

    Also there is no campaign, just survival. Which is by the way a very, very bland and boring horde mode. The only good factor of survival is the opening and ending CGI moments. But in the end those only depress me in the way that i would have rather had a fully done story.

    Overall the game looks, sounds, and feels amazing (for a while). But lacks any real content to keep you playing. If your a true star wars fan i recommend buying this when the price is lower or picking up the season pass to ensure you get at least some more content in DLC form. If your not a hardcore fan, then you could pass on this, its really just a casual star wars experience.    … Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 59 Critic Reviews

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  1. Positive: 31 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 28 out of 59
  3. Negative: 0 out of 59
  1. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Jan 23, 2016
    80
    It's not the most complex shooter, but it's the ideal pick-up-and-play experience for Star Wars fans. Stunning environments, solid shooting and immersive sound design mask the shortcomings. [Jan 2016, p.82]
  2. GameOver.gr
    Jan 20, 2016
    75
    With the new film of the space opera saga finally on the big screen and the release of Battlefront's new sequel, both after a decade overdue, it is definitely the best time to be a Star Wars fan. The game itself is a dream-come-true for fans, and the Star Wars spectacle is strong in this one. However, if it is depth and longevity you seek... this is not the game you are looking for.
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  3. Play UK
    Jan 16, 2016
    60
    Spectacular production values help to make this game enjoyable in the early going, but it soon enough shows that it is painfully lacking in terms of maps and depth in its current form. [Issue#265, p.72]
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