Battlefield 3

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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2223 Ratings

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  1. acar0242
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Graphics alone should merit this game a high score... add the additional different modes and you have a very fun game that will keep you hooked. There are some glitches here and there but for a game this size and built on a new engine.. its to be expected and the best part is that it will be fixable through patches.
  2. helookitty
    Oct 27, 2011
    10
    Campaign is ok, the MP is the best on the market, I have played every call of duty game to date, but comparing BF3 to COD is like comparing a Ferarri to a Chevette, its just a better all around game and is the best looking shooter on the 360, also the controls have been improved alot from the earlier BF games, I say Bravo to Dice, good job.
  3. SolomonJack
    Oct 25, 2011
    7
    The user reviews posted are highly biased from a fanboy perspective. 10 from the BF fanboys, and 1 from the Cod chaps. Neither score is representitive of the games quality.

    If you intend on buying BF3 for the campaign, I strongly suggest that you rent instead as it is an uninspired standard shooter from start to finish (which isn't very long). Multiplayer is where it is at. BF3 is    The user reviews posted are highly biased from a fanboy perspective. 10 from the BF fanboys, and 1 from the Cod chaps. Neither score is representitive of the games quality.

    If you intend on buying BF3 for the campaign, I strongly suggest that you rent instead as it is an uninspired standard shooter from start to finish (which isn't very long). Multiplayer is where it is at. BF3 is certainly worth a look for its MP component, and there is a lot of fun to be had here. From my perspective, if you didn't enjoy Bad Company 2, then you aren't going to be won over by this instalment, but for the best part, it is worth a look. The weapons feel tight and punchy, the vehicles feel very distinct, and the graphics are some of the best avaiable on consoles. Unfortunately as a console game, BF3 fails to deliver its true potential, as the limit of 24 players on such huge maps really does limit the game from delivering the full on scale of war that it should. The pace is certainly a lot slower than that of COD games, and there is far less class customisation. Over all, BF3 is a fun, but lacking experience which only supports the fact that we need a new generation of console to provide the 64 players that games like Battlefield really deserve.    … Expand
  4. SavageHenry1972
    Oct 26, 2011
    10
    I had to login and have a laugh at the negative reviews all of which give it 0 or 1 with completely contradictory comments such as:

    "This game is hideous." "Beautiful graphics don't makes this game good" "map are ridicolous small" " the maps are too large for the number of players" "The graphics are nothing special. Vehicle don't make up for quality 1v1 shooting. " "They released    I had to login and have a laugh at the negative reviews all of which give it 0 or 1 with completely contradictory comments such as:



    "This game is hideous."

    "Beautiful graphics don't makes this game good"

    "map are ridicolous small"


    " the maps are too large for the number of players"

    "The graphics are nothing special. Vehicle don't make up for quality 1v1 shooting. "

    "They released half a game and expect us to pay full price"

    "play batman"

    Comedy gold.    … Expand
  5. throwback8
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    Excellent infantry combat combined with all out vehicular warfare combine to create an experience that surpasses any COD can supply. To get this out of the way, I'm no battlefield fanboy. I played the heck out of mw2 and black ops, and had fun doing so. It seems to me to crank out an annual release cod has chosen to stick with the same engine and not change much, while dice decided toExcellent infantry combat combined with all out vehicular warfare combine to create an experience that surpasses any COD can supply. To get this out of the way, I'm no battlefield fanboy. I played the heck out of mw2 and black ops, and had fun doing so. It seems to me to crank out an annual release cod has chosen to stick with the same engine and not change much, while dice decided to revamp the frostbite engine and push the series forward. I'm sorrbut I won't settle for the same multiplayer experience annually with only subtle changes. Sound design is amongst the best in video games, seriously listen to a wall collapse near you, it's unreal. Especially when boosted by a pair of nice headphones. The game is absolutely beautiful, and the high res pack solves all graphical problems I had with the beta. It's just flat out crisper and the player models and environments look richer with detail. Do yourself a favor this year and give battlefield a shot.… Expand
  6. NickyJ56k
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    I would like to change my previous rating of a 6 to a 9. I shouldn't review a game after only playing ten minutes of it. Now that I've played this game everyday for the past week, I can tell you without a doubt that I love it now. At first I was skeptical, but I just had to get used to the controls and the gameplay. I basically had to shed my Call of Duty-scales and acclimate toI would like to change my previous rating of a 6 to a 9. I shouldn't review a game after only playing ten minutes of it. Now that I've played this game everyday for the past week, I can tell you without a doubt that I love it now. At first I was skeptical, but I just had to get used to the controls and the gameplay. I basically had to shed my Call of Duty-scales and acclimate to Battlefield, and now that I have, I can honestly say that this is a great game. Definitely the most realistic military FPS I've ever played.… Expand
  7. synystersd
    Oct 27, 2011
    10
    Ok first off, everyone that's giving this game bad ratings for multi-player or campaign is an absolute idiot. The campaign is more in depth and exciting than any other game Ive played in a while,it easily rivals modern warfare,you get that personal attachment to the protagonist while he tells a vivid story., The multi-player is amazing, the pure attention to detail is just outstanding,Ok first off, everyone that's giving this game bad ratings for multi-player or campaign is an absolute idiot. The campaign is more in depth and exciting than any other game Ive played in a while,it easily rivals modern warfare,you get that personal attachment to the protagonist while he tells a vivid story., The multi-player is amazing, the pure attention to detail is just outstanding, things from reloading to leaping over objects to the sun getting in your eyes when you move into the wrong angle, people that complain about the multiplayer are complaining not because of the game, but because of EA's lack of server care which has always been a problem, not to mention the game has been out for no more than 3 days. The gameplay is the perfect thing to scratch your FPS itch, the thrill i get from playing a game of rush in the stunning environments isn't even close to being matched and is twice as good as Bad company 2, sequels to almost any game are looked down on because of the bar being set too high by fans and critics, take it from someone who has dipped in the pool of every type of game and franchise we have access to, you want a thrilling game? You want a war? BF3 is DEFINITELY the game to get.… Expand
  8. Shumer
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    There are some graphical bugs and problems but this game is definetly head to head with uncahrted 3 and crysis 2, The gameplay it self feels fantastic though and is so much dynamic
  9. RetroLancerLOL
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    This game is incredibly fun. Never was a big fan of the BF series, but BC2 was what turned me. The online is hectic and tactical/slow and deliberate all at the same time. This iteration shows a huge leap in the controls and hit detection. Your movement is tight and fluid. Gone is the BC2 clunkiness. Minimal lag so far which is surprising on launch nite. IMPROVED EVERY SINGLE ISSUE MANY HADThis game is incredibly fun. Never was a big fan of the BF series, but BC2 was what turned me. The online is hectic and tactical/slow and deliberate all at the same time. This iteration shows a huge leap in the controls and hit detection. Your movement is tight and fluid. Gone is the BC2 clunkiness. Minimal lag so far which is surprising on launch nite. IMPROVED EVERY SINGLE ISSUE MANY HAD WITH THE BETA! First game i got in i had a "Battlefield Moment". Its an amazing feeling to be defending an MCOM and feel a huge explosion and turn around to see the building you are in now has a huge hole in the wall. It is so immersive. The campaign is akin to a blockbuster movie more so than a huge adventure, but thats how fps games are in todays industry. Anyone saying this experience is less than an 8 needs to stop basing their review on how well they play online and start basing it on the game itself. BF3 is sure to be the top contender for shooters this year. i give it a 10 simply because it lives up to all it was said to be, which is all most gamers ask for. Great work DICE!… Expand
  10. tkdreamage
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    This is a great game I'm sick of all the people shooting it down because they're cod fan boys. Sure the single player may not be the best but that's not what the game was made for it was made for the multiplayer and it's so amazing Most of the time you feel like you're on a real battlefield with all the genuine sounds and graphics. Yes i understand it may be a little buggy at times butThis is a great game I'm sick of all the people shooting it down because they're cod fan boys. Sure the single player may not be the best but that's not what the game was made for it was made for the multiplayer and it's so amazing Most of the time you feel like you're on a real battlefield with all the genuine sounds and graphics. Yes i understand it may be a little buggy at times but they just made a whole new engine and it's sort of to be expected but the bugs really aren't that bad really they're not game breaking… Expand
  11. FFXIII4Ever
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    Don't give importance to the Call of Duty Fanboys that are trying to lower the score !
    This game is really good, the graphics are awesome and the gameplay is realistic.
    If you like shooters, buy this game NOW !
  12. cutripken
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    my jaw dropped when i put this in my disc drive. amazing. best game ever. best graphics ever. best gameplay. best weapons hysics. stupid cod fanboys rating this down
  13. Overhyper982
    Oct 25, 2011
    6
    This game had a chance to be amazing but the single player bogged it down. Multiplayer is the same Battlefield we know of, but since nothing really new and amazing was added it gets downed a point. The single player is what really lowered the score. It sucks.
  14. tosh0
    Oct 26, 2011
    5
    The Good. Great multiplayer modes (when servers aren't down)
    The Bad. The campaign is forgettable and annoyingly cliche at times, they have oddly placed button mashing during action sequences that are completely out of place, graphics are overdone to an extent where they look poor, and many glitches are sprinkled throughout the game play that are often frustrating enough to distract you    The Good. Great multiplayer modes (when servers aren't down)
    The Bad. The campaign is forgettable and annoyingly cliche at times, they have oddly placed button mashing during action sequences that are completely out of place, graphics are overdone to an extent where they look poor, and many glitches are sprinkled throughout the game play that are often frustrating enough to distract you from the game play.    … Expand
  15. anchor08
    Oct 27, 2011
    4
    This game suffers greatly from some very poor design choices but let me first get the campaign out of the way. It is visually pleasing but not much else. Multiplayer is where the design flaws hurt the most. The maps are absolutely huge which would be great if there were more than 24 players per game. That is not a dice flaw but what is a dice flaw is that proning exists. There is no reasonThis game suffers greatly from some very poor design choices but let me first get the campaign out of the way. It is visually pleasing but not much else. Multiplayer is where the design flaws hurt the most. The maps are absolutely huge which would be great if there were more than 24 players per game. That is not a dice flaw but what is a dice flaw is that proning exists. There is no reason for proning in this game, it basically makes it impossible to find anyone in team deathmatch and you almost always get killed by some guy proning hidden away. Next there is absolutely to ways to deal with a camper in this game. The explosives in this game are unrealistically weak so you basically just have to try to run into where they are camping and use fast reflexes to kill them....but this never works. So team deathmatch is not a viable option in this game. Conquest is far too big of a game for 24 players so it is very slow paced and vehicles are useless. Which leads me to another point: they don't have jet/heli tutorials in the game. Rush is the only reasonalbe mode to play but it is always better to be on the defending team than the opposing as it is also ridden with campers. A lot of people will try to justify these annoyances by claiming that it is realistic.....the campaign says otherwise.… Expand
  16. mckookey
    Oct 25, 2011
    2
    Bad game...framerate is terrible (play batman, then switch to this and you'll see what I mean), single player is boring, servers have a hard time accepting connections, and then when you finally get in you're playing in a blue colored world where the maps are too large for the number of players. Already listed it on eBay - don't waste your money.
  17. Niklas23
    Oct 25, 2011
    5
    Feels like a cheap MW knockoff. The controls aren't as smooth as MW. Parts of the campaign are really boring. Technical issues up the wazoo. Been a great disappointment.
    Buy it in the bargain bin.
  18. Sephiroth87xz
    Oct 26, 2011
    2
    Baddest Battlefield ever made, too many arcade feature making him more similar to mw, map are ridicolous small, nothing similar with previous Battlefield except the name and the presence of vehicle.
  19. smelvis
    Oct 25, 2011
    2
    I dont know how this could meet...let alone EXCEED ANYONES expectations??? Piece of Crap...I feel totally ripped off. This game was hyped as being the best thing since sliced bread. Personally Id rather have the bread!! The controls are soggy and slow and the framerate is horrible!!! MAYBE 20 frames per second?I get killed by people I cant even see, then I respawn and I am stuck in theI dont know how this could meet...let alone EXCEED ANYONES expectations??? Piece of Crap...I feel totally ripped off. This game was hyped as being the best thing since sliced bread. Personally Id rather have the bread!! The controls are soggy and slow and the framerate is horrible!!! MAYBE 20 frames per second?I get killed by people I cant even see, then I respawn and I am stuck in the ground!! I knew I should have cancelled my preorder when I played the beta. Nut I had faith that DICE would fix them. I cant get over all the bugs, and frankly it really doesnt look good. What happened to that new fangled "frostbite" engine that everyone said was going to make this super awesome? FAIL! LIE!! FAIL!!!! The single player mission is a joke... I literally have nothing positive to say. I should have gone with my gut feeling and stuck with Modern Warfare3. I wonder if Bestbuy will take a return based on the game being garbage?

    Summary... save your money! EA you have let me down again...and for the last time.    … Expand
  20. PrimalHunter70
    Feb 9, 2013
    7
    Battlefield 3 is a superb multiplayer shooter let down by a shockingly bad campaign. The singleplayer campaign throws you into the role of a U.S Marine, with a generic plot concerning nuclear weapons, not to mention highly restrictive and linear environments that completely deny exploration. Many segments of the campaign force you to engage in tiresome tasks such as waiting for team-matesBattlefield 3 is a superb multiplayer shooter let down by a shockingly bad campaign. The singleplayer campaign throws you into the role of a U.S Marine, with a generic plot concerning nuclear weapons, not to mention highly restrictive and linear environments that completely deny exploration. Many segments of the campaign force you to engage in tiresome tasks such as waiting for team-mates to open doors while you stand idly with your weapon lowered. I expected vast, giant battles that encouraged the player to experiment in large maps with huge varieties of weapons and vehicles. Not a messy linear, poorly written generic war shooter. Fortunately, the multiplayer experience is polished with love and care, with enough guns, customisation and ranking systems to keep the hardened MMS veteran in the game for some time. The maps are also quite good, with the giant battles I was expecting in the campaign (more so if you purchase some of the DLC packs). The graphics are also quite good, but keep in mind that you need an Xbox 360 Hard Drive to enjoy decent textures; if not, your visual experience will suffer. overall, a decent game marred by an extremely sub-standard campaign.… Expand
  21. Rhodesy
    Mar 10, 2012
    9
    This is an attempt to be objective, especially to the more sophisticated gamer who's maybe a litle older and has higher expectations (sorry I couldn't think of a way to make that not sound patronising). Personally I'm forever searching for a multi-faceted experience, one which is rich and engaging. The highlights of the last couple of years have been Skyrim and Red Dead Redemption for me.This is an attempt to be objective, especially to the more sophisticated gamer who's maybe a litle older and has higher expectations (sorry I couldn't think of a way to make that not sound patronising). Personally I'm forever searching for a multi-faceted experience, one which is rich and engaging. The highlights of the last couple of years have been Skyrim and Red Dead Redemption for me. Never got into a multiplayer for more than an hour before, although I should maybe have given them more time. The single player is as bad as the reviews state. It feels poorly executed, enemies pile into scenarios in an unconvincing way, the engine doesn't suit it and it just feels wrong. That, along with the cheap deaths, makes it frankly irritating.
    Having being hyped by friends about the multiplayer, young and old, with different expectations, that fact that a cross section of people I knew were raving about this piqued my interest. The multiplayer is amazing. The openness of some maps, close quarters of others, animation, control feel and every other aspect is spot on. Sometimes, when concentrating on individual aspects, reviews can miss the overall vibe and feel of a game, the most improtant aspect. This one is superb, it nails it and drags you right in. I'm forever chasing the next attachment or ribbon, examining tactics, shouting at the TV, punching the air. As someone who thought I was a single player only, tempted to cancel my xbox live gold, this has fully converted me. The sheer depth and addtive quality is really immersive. Hope this helps. Has to be a 9 as a solid SP would have surely been possible - but 10 for the only aspect most will touch....    … Expand
  22. richyzapper
    Nov 13, 2011
    7
    Finished the campaign, played the co-op and multiplayer too! Now honestly, I really don't see much difference in gameplay at all from BF2/BC. I mean obviously there is new graphics and jets but the core gameplay is the same, weapons are pretty much the same too. I really don't get all the people who say "OMFG BF3 is LIKE TOTALLY DIFFERENT FROM PREVIOUS VeRSIONS", please don't be aFinished the campaign, played the co-op and multiplayer too! Now honestly, I really don't see much difference in gameplay at all from BF2/BC. I mean obviously there is new graphics and jets but the core gameplay is the same, weapons are pretty much the same too. I really don't get all the people who say "OMFG BF3 is LIKE TOTALLY DIFFERENT FROM PREVIOUS VeRSIONS", please don't be a hypocrite to COD. The campaign i found while some parts of it was good, it was ultimately short and i found it to be a copy in Black Ops Campaign. Why? Same type of interrogation, then they both somehow find out where the hell the bomb/evil villain is... Seriously... don't just copy BF3. Next onto Co-op, it's really nothing special. I liked it, but once you've done it on hard, then there is really no point in doing it again, unless you really want to unlock every weapon for multiplayer. And even then all you do is grind the last mission for points... Now onto the multiplayer :) I absolutely love the ground vehicles! The flying vehicles however are alot different. When you start out on the game you CANNNOT KILL the flying vehicles. You have to unlock the engineer to a degree in order to even shoot things out of the sky without having to run to the AA guns, in that time smart pilots would have shot the crap out of you... (Engineers get a RPG/bazooka for tanks quickly so no problems there). Also having a max party of 4 (your squad) is severely limiting when you want to play with more mates. Even if you're in the same squad when you want to join, YOU WILL GET PUT ON DIFFERENT TEAMS! How the hell does that work? The servers/bugs seriously need sorting out. I'd love to put a 7.5 as thats what i really think the game is. You have to judge the whole game on everything! Not just the multiplayer which is very good.… Expand
  23. nichollz
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Firstly I'm basing this review on multiplayer alone as I never play single player. Also am not a fanboy, I loved MW2 and WAW, never played BC2 but loved BC1. This is a fantastic game. Visually it's great, and maps are big enough that every game feels a bit different, which was never the case with COD. I also like the fact that there aren't all the silly COD perks that basically are used toFirstly I'm basing this review on multiplayer alone as I never play single player. Also am not a fanboy, I loved MW2 and WAW, never played BC2 but loved BC1. This is a fantastic game. Visually it's great, and maps are big enough that every game feels a bit different, which was never the case with COD. I also like the fact that there aren't all the silly COD perks that basically are used to save you're butt if you're not a good player in general. Not having cold blooded and stuff like that was uncomfortable at first but once you get used to the game it's brilliant and a far better gaming experience that any fps I've played before. It's refreshing to see people really trying to stick to the objective and not worrying too much about k/d ratio. Rush is also a great game mode.

    My real rating is 8.5, but can't so rounded it up. It would be a 9 but the re-spawn system is a little annoying, and helicopter third person view is annoying too. Recon also seems to be an underpowered class. A bit disappointed that the critics review give it less than MW2.5 but ultimately I'm pleased I didn't waste money on that (or BLOPS) and can enjoy BF3.    … Expand
  24. lightfast
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    Great multiplayer only let down by the xbox hardware. A few touch ups needed to the flash light but its won me over from cod. Well done. Cya on the battlefield
  25. Bigredd77
    Nov 12, 2011
    8
    Never owned a Battlefield title until this one and wow, very impressed. Grafixs come across great and vehicles are a nice added touch to the experience of a FPS. I've been a fan of that since Halo came out but this takes it to the next level. Much more team oriented than most FPS I've played. Only gripes are, too many "pinch points on the Metro multiplayer map and the one in the tunnel.Never owned a Battlefield title until this one and wow, very impressed. Grafixs come across great and vehicles are a nice added touch to the experience of a FPS. I've been a fan of that since Halo came out but this takes it to the next level. Much more team oriented than most FPS I've played. Only gripes are, too many "pinch points on the Metro multiplayer map and the one in the tunnel. Only 4 to a squad and it can be a bit glitchy from time to time. Also controls for the aircraft are kind of retarded but other than that pretty pleased. Haven't had time to try the campaign mode if that's what you are after MW3 was good, finished it, played multiplayer for 2 hours, MW2.1, took it back, got Forza4 in trade, rented this bought it, loved it! Solid 8 from me… Expand
  26. BTSLODESTAR
    Nov 20, 2011
    9
    I would give this a 10 if two things were fixed; be able to quit to the menu screen right after a match and not make it so hard to invite friends. Love this game. So refreshing to get in vehicles and blow up the scenery. Makes other games that can't do this seem dated...
  27. YehDardz
    Nov 20, 2011
    9
    This game has one of the greatest campaigns in all of history. This game has one the best multiplayer experiences in all of history. This game has one of the best graphics engines in all of history. This game is one of the best in all of history. I loved it. Skyrim has none of these but somehow I still like it better :/
  28. XxHighCxX
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Great first level in single player after that just good graphics, but Multiplayer and co-op are well worth the 60 dollers and the 10 rating. Hard to play anything eles when I always just hop on Battlefield 3 like its ritual.
  29. Bush_Killa-73
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Battlefield 3 respresents a series which has been the only real choice if you want variet & scale in your fps games. It introduces new features & animations with a lighting system that just blows you away. This is as good as a game game look on 6 yers old machines no doubt at all. Everything can be blown up & destroyed & you just feel every tank shell & bullet as it drops or flys by. JetsBattlefield 3 respresents a series which has been the only real choice if you want variet & scale in your fps games. It introduces new features & animations with a lighting system that just blows you away. This is as good as a game game look on 6 yers old machines no doubt at all. Everything can be blown up & destroyed & you just feel every tank shell & bullet as it drops or flys by. Jets & helicopters explode around you & its just completely overwhelming what they've achieved with it. I expected a lot * the game has delivered big time. The beauty is that it will only get better as they always tailor the games balance & iron out any kinks post release. I cant recommend it enough. Game of the year & the servers are going to be rammed until BF4. Bring on Strike At Karkand expasion pack with its even further enhanced destruction! Well done DICE youve outdone yourselves..… Expand
  30. Forgiven1010
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is great, I love it and have played it for a little while now to say so. A completely different game then COD, it offers a very subtle break from the frantic action of that game. My only complaint, and I'm not gonna let it dictate my score for the game are the people that support this game. I feel like I'm back in elementary school when I start reading some of there comments.This game is great, I love it and have played it for a little while now to say so. A completely different game then COD, it offers a very subtle break from the frantic action of that game. My only complaint, and I'm not gonna let it dictate my score for the game are the people that support this game. I feel like I'm back in elementary school when I start reading some of there comments. It's easy to jump on bandwagons, but to be this hardcore is pretty pathetic. All in all I love the game, I highly recommend. If you're into big team battle multiplayer then by all means go and buy this.… Expand
  31. MrCritical
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Really enjoying this game. It got some gerat Battlefield maps but there are some maps that are just trash like Operation Metro and Seine Crossing. I don't like that vehicles gets disabled so easy. What I also don't like about the game is the death skulls. They appear in the middle of your screen and on your minimap when a team-mate dies, it's really annoying. Best sound that I ever heardReally enjoying this game. It got some gerat Battlefield maps but there are some maps that are just trash like Operation Metro and Seine Crossing. I don't like that vehicles gets disabled so easy. What I also don't like about the game is the death skulls. They appear in the middle of your screen and on your minimap when a team-mate dies, it's really annoying. Best sound that I ever heard and I like that you can unlock think to specific weapons. One of the best thing in the game is the server browser it's so nice just to pick one and so easy. Having dedicated server and not P2P liek CoD also makes a huge differans. Really recommend it to everyone!… Expand
  32. Junyer
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I guess I will first start off by saying this game is AMAZING!!! Sure its not perfect, but it is close. I am totally loving the new Frostbite 2 engine, it brings so much to the table. I mean who doesn't like to take down whole buildings with some C4? Or fly in a massive battle! Or actually have to use team work to get a mission done. This game in my opinion is by far the most rounded offI guess I will first start off by saying this game is AMAZING!!! Sure its not perfect, but it is close. I am totally loving the new Frostbite 2 engine, it brings so much to the table. I mean who doesn't like to take down whole buildings with some C4? Or fly in a massive battle! Or actually have to use team work to get a mission done. This game in my opinion is by far the most rounded off shooter out there right now, and nothing about it feels COOKIE CUTTER like MW3! End of story BF3 is the shooter to have!… Expand
  33. Wiister
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Its nice to see how hard work pays off. Brilliant game by dice, the campaign could of been better but is definatly the best they have done so far and the multiplayer is the best out there !
  34. arnyftw
    Feb 24, 2012
    9
    This is an amazing game, I have never played a bf game other than bf2 and I loved this, I used to play cod but couldnt be bothered to buy mw3 so I bought this, I was crap, but now I have a positive kd. Amazing destruction and team work. The only reason i didnt give this a 10 was because of the team deatchmatch mode, idk if the spawn's are just messed up or it was supposed to be like that,This is an amazing game, I have never played a bf game other than bf2 and I loved this, I used to play cod but couldnt be bothered to buy mw3 so I bought this, I was crap, but now I have a positive kd. Amazing destruction and team work. The only reason i didnt give this a 10 was because of the team deatchmatch mode, idk if the spawn's are just messed up or it was supposed to be like that, because the team deatchmatch feels like cod, people spawn everywhere, forcing you to keep on moving and use cheap tactics to kill people. If you want to survive you have to use bs like rpg's. I am forced to pull out my pistol often in tdm because of not having enough time to reload and have also had to dropshot quite a lot. I have bought this game to play tactically, but lets just say I dont want to play any other mode and have to play tdm why do I have to play it like cod? I think a good way to solve this problem would be to have 2 deployment areas like in other modes, that would fix the problems. Another problem I have is that certain guns are extremely overpowered and have no recoil (famas and F-2000). Maybe they made tdm like this to attract cod fans idk. Another thing I noticed is that why is there no option to quit to multiplayer menu in pre game lobbies? What multiplayer game does not have this option? This is fine for pc when you can just alt tab, but on consoles you either are forced to wait till the match starts or you have quit to dashboard, why could they not have implemented this basic feature that every multiplayer game has? Did they forget about it or something? Also why cant they just patch it now? They seem to release massive patches but cant they just code something to leave? Amazing game but I hope DICE have learned some lessons from this game which they can use to make the next game better.… Expand
  35. CouchFox
    Nov 12, 2011
    8
    Huge maps. A little laggy at times, but nowhere near as bad as MW3. At least EA is making an effort to create games that people will actually want to play for an extended period of time (unlike certain other devs). This game isn't the greatest FPS out there, but at least it's not a complete waste of money.
  36. Qwerty95
    Nov 12, 2011
    7
    Unfortunately it seems we are doomed to see an infinite number of fps flood the market and most of them are the same as the next this is only better than CoD because its different it has a new feel to it.
  37. emartini
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    What can i say about this game. I am blown away by the leaps that DICE take after every iteration. Lets start with campaign. Although the campaign is very short it does have its exiting moments. I do feel that the MW3 campaign tops it but that doesnt make this one bad at all. I give the campaign a 8.8 out of 10. NOW OFF TO GRAPHICS. THis is an area the game shines even on consoles. JUSTWhat can i say about this game. I am blown away by the leaps that DICE take after every iteration. Lets start with campaign. Although the campaign is very short it does have its exiting moments. I do feel that the MW3 campaign tops it but that doesnt make this one bad at all. I give the campaign a 8.8 out of 10. NOW OFF TO GRAPHICS. THis is an area the game shines even on consoles. JUST the simple fact that the game looks the way it does given the SHEER SIZE of these maps its amazing. THE framerate isnt 60 but its a very very SMOOTH 30. At times i feel that its even higher but um not sure. The LIGHTING is BEAUTIFUL. Ive never seen lighting in a game that even comes close to this game. THe shadowing is also BEAUTIFUL. GRAPHICS this game gets a 10 out of 10. Just for the sheer size of the maps and the way the game looks it deserves it. OFF TO SOUND . Heres another area where the game is unmatched. COD series you have a long way to go to catch up . The sound in this game is the best ive ever heard. BC2 and Killzone series take 2nd place. This game sounds perfect. From the guns to the sound of the buildings ruble coming down to the explosions nothing comes close. The sound gets a 10 out of 10.

    Over all id give this game between a 9.7-10. It deserves it . FUN Factor this game gets a 10 out of 10. Great great and VERY DEEP multiplayer that is addictive and DEEPER then the COD series. FOr people on the fence of getting this game GET IT.    … Expand
  38. Reggae
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    i could go into so much detail about how good this game is. The campaign is alright nothing amazing, i just thought that dice were just showing off with the visuals and the audio but fair play to them if youve spent years innovating the franchise why not grab people by the balls and tell them its beautiful. Then theres the multiplayer which is without doubt brilliant. The game is balancedi could go into so much detail about how good this game is. The campaign is alright nothing amazing, i just thought that dice were just showing off with the visuals and the audio but fair play to them if youve spent years innovating the franchise why not grab people by the balls and tell them its beautiful. Then theres the multiplayer which is without doubt brilliant. The game is balanced even when you have helicopters whizzin overhead tanks blowing up half the map its just as authentic as a war game can be. To me when a developer takes years perfecting a game making all new rules and breakthroughs in the shooter genre then i really do feel that the 40 quid you fork out is worth it and the best part of it is you wont be forking out another 40 quid the following year and the year after that (CALL OF DUTY)… Expand
  39. RaptorZ
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    This game is truly the evolution of the FPS genre. It offers so much variety in the gameplay that it is nearly impossible to get bored. The whole multiplayer experience feels cinematic with all the things happening on screen. The game only gets a 9 however because the single player is forgettable and uninteresting. I believe that COD can learn a lot from this game as this is the future ofThis game is truly the evolution of the FPS genre. It offers so much variety in the gameplay that it is nearly impossible to get bored. The whole multiplayer experience feels cinematic with all the things happening on screen. The game only gets a 9 however because the single player is forgettable and uninteresting. I believe that COD can learn a lot from this game as this is the future of FPS like it or not.… Expand
  40. Mickylicious
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    This game is excellent. I abandoned the competitive FPS genre about two years ago, as the games started to feel tired and didn't seem to do anything new. But seeing the trailers to bf3, I thought I would give it a try and see if it could relight the flame, and boy did it ever! Graphics: sublime. Sound: probably the most realistic I have ever heard in a game. Gameplay: Tough for theThis game is excellent. I abandoned the competitive FPS genre about two years ago, as the games started to feel tired and didn't seem to do anything new. But seeing the trailers to bf3, I thought I would give it a try and see if it could relight the flame, and boy did it ever! Graphics: sublime. Sound: probably the most realistic I have ever heard in a game. Gameplay: Tough for the uninitiated, but very satisfying. Being rusty with FPS games, I usually have a negative score at the end of the round and die a lot. But here's the thing: I don't care because I'm still having fun. The fact that running and gunning is suicidal in this game makes you play smarter and basically feel more like an actual soldier. I only have two complaints: Firstly, the servers are often broken and (at least for me) it is not uncommon for the game to crash when the level changes. Secondly, in big games it can be really tough to get a vehicle, particularly jets/helicopters. This means that for the average pub player it is very hard to have opportunities to practice and improve your skills in flying. I still haven't been able to kill anything with a jet, especially since you only have bullets to fire until you earn better weaponry. There really should be a sandbox map where one can just fly around for practice.... if this actually exists, can someone direct me to it! :P

    There is nothing wrong with the campaign other than its short length, but honestly what else is to be expected from an FPS these days. And who buys a game like this for it's campaign anyway? If you want a challenge though, just play it in hard - it will take you about double the time to finish it.    … Expand
  41. djWAX
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    This game is more than worth the $60 markup. The gameplay is tight and balance, and, dear lord, this is the most gorgeous FPS among Xbox games. Once you install the game to your hard drive, the lighting and particle effects are incredible. The contrast between harsh sunlight and shadows on some levels makes worthy cover out of the shadows themselves. The level of customization of eachThis game is more than worth the $60 markup. The gameplay is tight and balance, and, dear lord, this is the most gorgeous FPS among Xbox games. Once you install the game to your hard drive, the lighting and particle effects are incredible. The contrast between harsh sunlight and shadows on some levels makes worthy cover out of the shadows themselves. The level of customization of each of your 4 classes is staggering, and the ability to change how you have each class set up in between every life makes it that much easier and more pleasurable to try new guns, new attachments, and new equipment combinations. The single player is all well done. Yes, it's linear and the story is somewhat cliche, but at this point, that's pretty much how all war games are at this point. If you're letting the single player effect your consideration of this game at all, you're not a gamer.… Expand
  42. Sagavem
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    Best multiplayer shooter in the market. Period. The level of detail is brutal. You can use any type of weaponry, destroy buildings and revive your buddy. Teamwork is effective, but in the end is the most realistic military game out there.
  43. mareo187
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    campaign sucks ass but the multiplayer is awesome at the first 2 weeks then it feels like meh!!! because just like the rush mode all u doing going back in fourth to bomb something and switch to the enemy team and do the samething and u cant even hav two primary weapons and im sick of tired passing my homies da controller because it dont hav no splitscreen online like halo,duty,gears,or uncharted
  44. DomCobb
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    Before I review this, I am NOT a Battlefield fanboy. This is my first time playing a Battlefield title. And please don't think I hate Call of Duty. I am looking forward to buying MW3. Now that that's out of the way, if you want a realistic shooter and a great online experience, BF3 is for you. The campaign is ok. However, don't buy BF3 for the campaign. If you buy it, get it for theBefore I review this, I am NOT a Battlefield fanboy. This is my first time playing a Battlefield title. And please don't think I hate Call of Duty. I am looking forward to buying MW3. Now that that's out of the way, if you want a realistic shooter and a great online experience, BF3 is for you. The campaign is ok. However, don't buy BF3 for the campaign. If you buy it, get it for the multiplayer. It is one of the best online multiplayer experiences I've ever had. Camping for the whole game is hard. Vehicles are amazing. Unlocking weapon attachments is fun. Of course, there are the weapons themselves. There are four classes; Assault, Engineer, Support, and Recon. Each class has exclusive weapons and gadgets. For example, only the Recon class has sniper riffles and the ability to place mobile spawn points, but the Engineer class is the only class with the ability to deploy rocket launchers and place land mines. As you level up each individual class, you unlock weapons and gadgets for that class. For example, at level 2 for the Support class you gain access to C4. Along with each class, you level up your rank. Leveling up your ranks takes time, but the rewards are worth it. With each rank, you gain a new dog tag. You also get rank-specific rewards like PDWs and camo. Now, I'll talk briefly about the vehicles. They all handle amazing, whether it's a tank or a jet or an attack helicopter. All can carry more than one person, and they can be leveled up like classes. All in all, if you're looking for a fun war experience, BF3 is the game for you.… Expand
  45. Nathan85
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    Great game people, stop comparing it to CoD and just judge it individually. They may both be military shooters but they are different in many ways. Maybe Activision could take a leaf out of EA's books and update it's engine.
  46. Benti86
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    The game is great for MP, I didn't mind the single player, but it definately lacked, I love the progress and breakthroughs with the new engine. If I had to pick based on the fun I had between this and MW3 I'd take both as I really like both of them especially with friends(BF tends to be more serious though) but if I had to pick based upon innovation and progress BF3 hands down, criticsThe game is great for MP, I didn't mind the single player, but it definately lacked, I love the progress and breakthroughs with the new engine. If I had to pick based on the fun I had between this and MW3 I'd take both as I really like both of them especially with friends(BF tends to be more serious though) but if I had to pick based upon innovation and progress BF3 hands down, critics just judge the structure mainly, and perhaps a couple things different and the MP(which CoD always somehow passes with flying colors) truth be told they received the same rating if not colse, but really CoD is now supported by fanboys who are addicted to the gameplay.....and perhaps BF3 is too, but at least they have a good reason, blowing s*** up doesn't get old, 60 fps you kinda stop noticing/caring for after a bit.… Expand
  47. ilution15
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    the game has a beautiful graphics frum dust to water details and most of the environment can be destroy (better than MW series) but not as much as BFBC series. gameplay still the same like MOH linear path, no branching pathway. and for the story is just so-so not that intens like MOH or MW series.
  48. WaltherPPKS
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    I played BF2 and was captivated by the realism involved in its gameplay. BF3 falls just a little short in this category. (that's one of the reasons I didn't rate it a solid 10). Sure there were problems with their servers. However, I was impressed by the fact that they alleviated the server problems in approx three days. Even though, the hardware portion of the game should of beenI played BF2 and was captivated by the realism involved in its gameplay. BF3 falls just a little short in this category. (that's one of the reasons I didn't rate it a solid 10). Sure there were problems with their servers. However, I was impressed by the fact that they alleviated the server problems in approx three days. Even though, the hardware portion of the game should of been tested before the full blown version can out. Other that what just stated . . . Nice game! Worth the money.… Expand
  49. PfcProkopy
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    Battlefield 3 is a pretty solid game. There really isn't bad aspects in this game. Campaign-
    The campaign isn't really stellar in any way shape or form, there are some good aspects like in the beginning, but then it starts to get a bit to "modern Warfare ish" about half way through it. By that i mean, they start have you do impossible stuff, stuff that could never happen in real life, and    Battlefield 3 is a pretty solid game. There really isn't bad aspects in this game. Campaign-
    The campaign isn't really stellar in any way shape or form, there are some good aspects like in the beginning, but then it starts to get a bit to "modern Warfare ish" about half way through it. By that i mean, they start have you do impossible stuff, stuff that could never happen in real life, and well this really detracts from the Battlefield style. It isn't very long at all and in my opinion isn't to good at all. it has some good aspects like the Fighter mission and the tank mission, but it doesn't give anything new or aww inspiring.

    Multiplayer-
    Now onto the good stuff, the reason we Battlefield Fanboys" bought the game....Multiplayer.
    The multiplayer in Battlefield 3 brings brings a lot of stuff from Battlefield 2 and BF:BC2 and brings them together. Honestly in my opinion they tried to hard to make this game a COD killer instead of just doing what they do best, again as they did in the campaign, they just made the game a bit to "modern warfare ish" the game play seems a bit smoother than BFBC2 but at the same time they took away from the "everything is destructible" that BFBC2 had. In BFBC2 by the end of a match, the entire map could be destroyed. while here in BF3 in the more urban maps, most of the buildings cant be destroyed, you can destroy walls and parts of the buildings but not the entire building. Vehicular warfare- all of the vehicles work well in this game, They brought back the jets which are very cool to fly, and the choppers have new stuff to use.
    instead of blowing up right away now, most vehicles will actually be disabled first then blow up, by this i mean you can disable a tank and it cannot move, but the turret will still be active and can still shoot, or you can take out one of the 2 engines on jets and choppers, which is a very cool added aspect to the game To Sum it up, this game is very good, but could have been so much more.
    I mean they did a fine job with this game, but they just Modern Warfared the game a bit to much, and the Maps just don't feel right compared to BFBC2
    I would recommend this game to anyone, but if you haven't checked Battlefield Bad Company 2 yet, i would say go for that first because it is a much better game    … Expand
  50. fantastic_fox
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    Battlefield is a great game. This is my first Battlefield game and I am highly impressed. The visuals are stunning and the game-play is even better. The campaign was a little disappointing and ultimately was your standard FPS but multiplayer is where Battlefield shines. The maps are huge and diverse and very fun to destroy and level cap is very high, so there is a lot of replay-ability.Battlefield is a great game. This is my first Battlefield game and I am highly impressed. The visuals are stunning and the game-play is even better. The campaign was a little disappointing and ultimately was your standard FPS but multiplayer is where Battlefield shines. The maps are huge and diverse and very fun to destroy and level cap is very high, so there is a lot of replay-ability. The customization is incredible as well; there are dozens of weapons and gadgets to choose from and many ways to create unique load outs. The only downside is spawning can be unfair at times and I feel like their should be more game modes. I definitely be spending hours on end playing this game.… Expand
  51. PsyStal
    Nov 14, 2011
    8
    Overall, this a fairly high quality game, but there are a couple reasons it's not a 10.

    First, it's buggy. Very, very buggy. The patching that high-speed connections make viable is great, but it doesn't mean developers should be releasing games that aren't ready. This underwent a massive public beta testing, and a lot of the issues don't seem to have been corrected at launch. Second,    Overall, this a fairly high quality game, but there are a couple reasons it's not a 10.

    First, it's buggy. Very, very buggy. The patching that high-speed connections make viable is great, but it doesn't mean developers should be releasing games that aren't ready. This underwent a massive public beta testing, and a lot of the issues don't seem to have been corrected at launch.

    Second, the gameplay and maps are not designed for so few players. 24 works for some maps, but many feel vast and empty without the full 64 players that they enjoy on the PC. If they're going to release the game on consoles without upping the player number, then the maps need to be changed.

    Other than that, it's a phenomenal game. It's a much slower pace and larger scale than Call of Duty, but these are good things if you prefer executing more refined strategies and tactics with your team. The gameplay is far more diverse, both because the maps allow full use of all the classes (snipers actually can behave like snipers), and because the scope and design of the maps encourages shifting tactics.    … Expand
  52. btdansby
    Nov 14, 2011
    9
    This game is a huge leap forward for the Battlefield franchise. The fluidity of its physics are approaching COD MW2, which was one of the most fun FPS games of all time. The user's ability to play the game in individual and creative ways makes the game infinitely entertaining and fun. The recent addition of team and squad deathmatch user modes is a welcome and obvious ode to COD fans whoThis game is a huge leap forward for the Battlefield franchise. The fluidity of its physics are approaching COD MW2, which was one of the most fun FPS games of all time. The user's ability to play the game in individual and creative ways makes the game infinitely entertaining and fun. The recent addition of team and squad deathmatch user modes is a welcome and obvious ode to COD fans who no longer feel the franchise in MW3 - a hollow shell brought to us by the Infinity Ward scrubs left behind after the real company left to start Respawn. I do wish DICE would bring back the squad leader options from the original Battlefield game, but its not tragic. Plus, if they really want to pull more people over to the franchise from the death of the COD franchise, give us free-for-all, CTF, and other creative game modes!… Expand
  53. wolfman7173
    Nov 16, 2011
    7
    Let me get started by saying that I play both the COD series and the Battlefield Series and I am proud of what both have offered. Since this is about BF3 I will try and limit my thoughts to this game except where a comparison is valid.

    BF3 is a powerful game that allows huge maps and tactical game play. You have to know that when you play this game you are better off working as a squad    Let me get started by saying that I play both the COD series and the Battlefield Series and I am proud of what both have offered. Since this is about BF3 I will try and limit my thoughts to this game except where a comparison is valid.

    BF3 is a powerful game that allows huge maps and tactical game play. You have to know that when you play this game you are better off working as a squad then just running and gunning like an arcade game. Buildings actually break apart and collapse. The campaign is slightly short on delivering based on the hype. Don't get me wrong, I like the series but I just hoped for more in the campaign considering it has its own disc for Campaign. The multiplayer has been plagued with lag and rubber banding problems since release. There have been squad issues with parties trying to play together and various other issues. This brings my score down. EA says they have fixed most of it but I have not seen a huge improvement. The quality of play once you are in the maps and playing is quite high. You have to allow for bullet drop and try to lead people with your shots. No other game does that. The class leveling and player leveling being separate is nice but can be daunting to get to the next level. Feels like an eternity. The BF3 graphics are better then COD in so many ways. The lighting, details, shading and all that goes with graphics is superb. You cannot ask for a more graphically pleasing environment. Since I have only played those two games from this genre I cannot compare the graphics to other games.

    If you are looking for a FPS game this holiday season I would pick BF3 over COD. Again, don't get me wrong but this is a better choice for multiple reasons. I am sure that I will get heat from all the dedicated fan boys of each game and that is fine. Again, I play both series. I like both series. However, I will tell that MW3 fell very short for me this time. So without a doubt I would choose BF3. However, if your a player that can't play tactical and it is all about your stats and kill-death ratio, go to COD and play MW3. I am sure you are a better fit for that franchise.    … Expand
  54. ahamill
    Nov 17, 2011
    9
    I was a full-time COD employee, turn BF3 recruit. I really enjoy the upgrade system in BF3, and since MW3 fell so flat for me, I have to give the edge to BF3, and have been playing it much more. The only BF that I ever played was the original for the PC, and I have to say this one has come a long way. Graphics are spectacular (even on the PC) - 10
    Controls are good - 8
    Gameplay - 9    I was a full-time COD employee, turn BF3 recruit. I really enjoy the upgrade system in BF3, and since MW3 fell so flat for me, I have to give the edge to BF3, and have been playing it much more. The only BF that I ever played was the original for the PC, and I have to say this one has come a long way. Graphics are spectacular (even on the PC) - 10
    Controls are good - 8
    Gameplay - 9
    Replayability - 9
    Maps - 10
    Story (haven't played single player) - n/a

    Conclusion - If you're an MW fan, and are looking for something new, BF3 is your answer.    … Expand
  55. Metacriticj
    Nov 17, 2011
    9
    Even comparing Mw3 to this is an insult to battlefield, BF3 completely destroys COD in every way, there is nothing COD has that this does not, its new, different and innovative. Complete package, i just cant believe these 11 year olds who arnt good at FPS games are still deep throating COD
  56. chev_cheliosKFD
    Nov 18, 2011
    9
    Awesome game, well-done Frostbite.. So dynamic and so deep compared to MW3. Do you hate getting quick-scoped? do you hate drop shooters? Then i highly recommend BF3. I used to be a huge Call of Duty fan, but they just stopped evolving, and continued taking our money. Where they failed, BF3 definitely picked up the slack. BUY THIS GAME. Only complaints is that the guns feel a littleAwesome game, well-done Frostbite.. So dynamic and so deep compared to MW3. Do you hate getting quick-scoped? do you hate drop shooters? Then i highly recommend BF3. I used to be a huge Call of Duty fan, but they just stopped evolving, and continued taking our money. Where they failed, BF3 definitely picked up the slack. BUY THIS GAME. Only complaints is that the guns feel a little uncontrollable at times, and the graphic aren't as good MW3's. But they make up for it in massive maps and that you can take down buildings / destroy cover.… Expand
  57. MeNoChinese
    Nov 26, 2011
    9
    Almost everything I've wanted from EA/DICE since BF2. It is definitely not a perfect game, but as a fan of the series it's a step in the right direction. Sound is a 10/10 as usual. Visual is 8.5/10 (on consoles, PC is definitely 10/10). Multiplayer is a 9/10, it's generally great, but some poor map designs and some sad exploits can ruin the otherwise wonderful experience. Singleplayer is aAlmost everything I've wanted from EA/DICE since BF2. It is definitely not a perfect game, but as a fan of the series it's a step in the right direction. Sound is a 10/10 as usual. Visual is 8.5/10 (on consoles, PC is definitely 10/10). Multiplayer is a 9/10, it's generally great, but some poor map designs and some sad exploits can ruin the otherwise wonderful experience. Singleplayer is a 8.25/10, great mechanics, the idea was nice, but the storyline was weak and left some to be desired. Overall: ~ 9.00… Expand
  58. ScribJellyDonut
    Dec 22, 2011
    9
    To be honest, I told myself I'd never buy anything from EA again - they're just... terrible. That changed when I went to a friend's house and saw this game being played. If you played the beta, then let me say the actual game is completely different. The beta was probably a poor marketing decision in my opinion. Anyhow, after playing other games online, my confidence in the directionTo be honest, I told myself I'd never buy anything from EA again - they're just... terrible. That changed when I went to a friend's house and saw this game being played. If you played the beta, then let me say the actual game is completely different. The beta was probably a poor marketing decision in my opinion. Anyhow, after playing other games online, my confidence in the direction that game development in general is taking had started to waver. In general rather than getting bigger and better, they were being dumbed down, to smaller and lamer. No one was ever pushing the envelope. Year after year the same games were being released that completely lacked innovation - from new installments of COD to Halo. Don't get me wrong the first Halo game was great, but then I guess they decided to rest on their laurels, something that the COD franchise has decided is a career move. While PC gamers may scoff, there is no doubt that even they see the effects of the dumbing down of games - as developers reach for a broader audience and develop their games for console and then port that to PC. To me, however, BF3 is that breath of fresh air that I've been waiting for. The maps are enormous. The weapons are fairly realistic and have selector switches. If you had asked me in 2003 when I was playing Ghost Recon I'd say that's pretty much standard, and now that it's 2011 even more so, but sadly it is not. The gameplay options are also pretty vast. There are a ton of different vehicles in which you can play around, as well as four different main classes that can be customized in different ways. You can have 12v12 which again, if you had told me 10 years ago that 24 players on a server would be as far as we would come by 2012, I may have cried... speaking on the development of games in general it's kinda sad. However, compared to other console games out right now, it's obviously very nice. BF3 does have some flaws which are generally overshadowed by the immense fun you'll be having while playing it. For one, the engineer class is clearly the superior class, at least on open vehicle maps. On smaller and indoor maps, the class system that forces teamwork shines a bit better, but on open maps your squad will often consist of four engineers. I have heard some complaints that the larger maps a bit too large, which does have some merit. Although you generally can spawn pretty close to the action, that doesn't detract from the point that, as mainly a conquest player, there can be up to 5 territories, with only 12 players on each team. A bit of math puts between 2 and 3 players at each territory, but since players generally roll in squads of four that kind of divide doesn't generally happen. You can obviously just station a squad at 3/5 of the territories, although things never work out so pretty. Basically what I'm getting at it that I like the map size, but feel that often there are not enough players to fill it - I will quite often move from territory to territory and neutralize/capture two or three in a row without finding any opposition. A lot of people have also complained about joining servers on a squad. The thing is, that since there are dedicated servers as compared to a matchmaking p2p system, there are usually only about four slots free on any server, which is usually two on each team. So when you first join you may be separated from your squad. After one or sometimes two games you can then switch teams as people leave and new people join. It's a minor thing to complain about, as I don't mind killing my friends just a little bit, and after one game we are usually all on the same team in the same squad, ready to have a blast. Anyhow this is getting to be a bit long winded, but I will finish by saying BF3 has really raised the bar for console FPS games. My faith in games has been momentarily restored, and I will never play a lesser FPS. If you haven't tried it, then give it a whirl, I guarantee you won't be disappointed.… Expand
  59. Mdsil11
    Jan 1, 2012
    7
    Im a fan of both cod and bf and it's ridiculous that all these fanboys of both games are bringing there scores down. Now let's get to the game. I already gave the game a point off because IMO the single player wasn't that good. For the multiplayer, it's usually fun, but it's gets boring because the maps were obviously designed for 64 players on PC, not 24 on xbox and ps3. I do like theIm a fan of both cod and bf and it's ridiculous that all these fanboys of both games are bringing there scores down. Now let's get to the game. I already gave the game a point off because IMO the single player wasn't that good. For the multiplayer, it's usually fun, but it's gets boring because the maps were obviously designed for 64 players on PC, not 24 on xbox and ps3. I do like the variety of vehicles in this game, it somewhat makes up for the large maps, but some are smaller and have more action and those are the ones I play on like operation metro, when Im in for some jets or tanking I'll go with caspian border or another large map. Another downfall is, there is literally only 2 game modes (Conquest and rush) compared to mw3's like 20. Which in turn leads to the game eventually getting boring and not fun to play. I honestly think this game deserves a 7 and while it can be fun at times, it lacks the action of mw3. I think mw3 is slightly better IMO, maybe because the fast paced action just suits me better or I have just been a more of a cod guy than a BF. If you loved bc2 then you will probably like this game, however if your used to cod you may or may not. That is my honest review. Don't listen to the fanboys.… Expand
  60. maybeiambatman
    Mar 9, 2012
    9
    I have 50 hours of gameplay in on BF3. I have not regretted buying this even once. It is an amazing game. The only thing that disappoints me is that it does not have the 64 multiplayer servers that the PC version of the game has. Other than that. Totally worth it!
  61. InboardPG
    Nov 24, 2012
    7
    Amazing multiplayer with stunning graphics! (If you have HD) This game steps it up a notch compared to most first person shooters. Audio is great, weapons are diverse, maps are huge and aesthetic, teamwork is a necessity to win a game. Not everything is good about this game though. The campaign was very disappointing. Worst story I have ever experienced in a video game. The main themeAmazing multiplayer with stunning graphics! (If you have HD) This game steps it up a notch compared to most first person shooters. Audio is great, weapons are diverse, maps are huge and aesthetic, teamwork is a necessity to win a game. Not everything is good about this game though. The campaign was very disappointing. Worst story I have ever experienced in a video game. The main theme is also ruined. The theme used to have real instruments, but now it sounds like techno and fart sounds. The destructibility is not as good as it used to be from Bad Company 2. It also seems like you can't mute people who are either kids, or are playing music into their mics. Overall, the game is good/great.… Expand
  62. iKen
    Apr 13, 2020
    7
    Played on XBOX 360.
    Gameplay: GREAT.
    Story: GOOD.
    Graphic: GREAT.
    Music/Sound: GOOD.
    Dialogue/Voice Acting: GOOD.
  63. eva3si0n
    Jun 25, 2019
    9
    Battlefield 3 is the best part of a series. After it falling of a series began. A game completely departed from series canons, took a lot of things from Call of Duty and decided to become the most popular shooter. Not everything turned out, but it considerably refreshed a series and made it known for all. The last Battlefield with normal singleplayer (Hardline exception). For 2011 a gameBattlefield 3 is the best part of a series. After it falling of a series began. A game completely departed from series canons, took a lot of things from Call of Duty and decided to become the most popular shooter. Not everything turned out, but it considerably refreshed a series and made it known for all. The last Battlefield with normal singleplayer (Hardline exception). For 2011 a game looks adequately, Xbox360 shows not the bad level of graphics. Expected the worst after played on PS3.… Expand
  64. TheRealFlame
    Dec 19, 2019
    9
    I picked this gem up at Game-Stop for about $1.00 and it is amazing. It's graphics are very good for the age of the game and the story is incredible, honestly one of the best I have played. I didn't expect an EA game to have a good story, but it was really good. It immersed me in hours of story missions, all giving a different feel to them. I definitely have memories from the story. I likeI picked this gem up at Game-Stop for about $1.00 and it is amazing. It's graphics are very good for the age of the game and the story is incredible, honestly one of the best I have played. I didn't expect an EA game to have a good story, but it was really good. It immersed me in hours of story missions, all giving a different feel to them. I definitely have memories from the story. I like how it is not just a run-and-gun, and it actually requires some skill to not get killed. The multiplayer could be better though.… Expand
  65. HiagoSouza
    Oct 27, 2019
    10
    Obra prima, esse e o Battlefield 4 são sem dúvida os melhores BFs, como é que aquele lixo do Battlefield V foi existir espero que a Dice volte a fazer jogos bons como esse.
  66. Caramella
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    Great game have already spent 30hrs on multiplayer!! apart from red alert 2 and mw2 I haven't played any other games for this many hours and this game has only been out 2 weeks. Love it!

    First few days weren't the best with some server issues, but the game guys fixed it and it works perfect now, runs smooth.. Only down side is noob team mates, add your mates to your squad and kick ass    Great game have already spent 30hrs on multiplayer!! apart from red alert 2 and mw2 I haven't played any other games for this many hours and this game has only been out 2 weeks. Love it!

    First few days weren't the best with some server issues, but the game guys fixed it and it works perfect now, runs smooth.. Only down side is noob team mates, add your mates to your squad and kick ass together cause if you get a bunch of noobs on your side it makes the game a huge challenge.    … Expand
  67. MisterEcks
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    This is the game I've been waiting for! I have very few issues with the game, aside from the disappointing 24 player cap. I understand there are hardware and network restrictions though. Vehicles, destruction, EXTREMELY in-depth multiplayer unlock tree, and some of the greatest gameplay around.
  68. monkeyblue
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Love this game, and can't stop putting it down from the graphics to the game play working as a true team makes this game immersive and realistic. My review is just based on the online game play and I have yet to still check out the campaign levels however the sole purpose of this purchase was for online.
  69. ailfawka
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    ailfawka
    Nov 11, 2011
    10 coming from a battlefield vet, This game is Amazing! its got a few problems....but that should never decide the games overall quality, value for money etc....it has everything a war hungering humanoid would want., from vehicles that require skill, to guns that require skill, attachments that also require skill, and that sense of realistic graphically amazing    ailfawka
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    coming from a battlefield vet, This game is Amazing! its got a few problems....but that should never decide the games overall quality, value for money etc....it has everything a war hungering humanoid would want., from vehicles that require skill, to guns that require skill, attachments that also require skill, and that sense of realistic graphically amazing warfare that only battlefield 3 can supply! This game is a gem and a fps revolutionary one at that! GG Dice. really the only true downside to Bf3 on consoles is its single player. but really the majority don't care since they got it for the multiplayer !    … Expand
  70. jaygoku21
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
    Love this game to death and back lost already nearly 40 hours of my life on this, never gets boring. visually better than COD MW3 and a breath of fresh air in the FPS genre. loving the ability to fly your perks rather than call them in. love the co-op game play in order to unlock other guns. Single player is ok, could do with some work. but i bought the game for the Online play and itsLove this game to death and back lost already nearly 40 hours of my life on this, never gets boring. visually better than COD MW3 and a breath of fresh air in the FPS genre. loving the ability to fly your perks rather than call them in. love the co-op game play in order to unlock other guns. Single player is ok, could do with some work. but i bought the game for the Online play and its 10/10 for me.… Expand
  71. NoMoreNiceGuy
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    This is my first review so please dont flame hard on me.
    I loved this game, the single player was great but a little boring at parts. ive seen most scenes before, but it was moments that truely amazed me.
    Now to the MP, its simply great! its has a huge variaity of gamemodes, but only 9 maps. the veichles are great but the jets isnt so effective as they should have been. speaking veichles,    This is my first review so please dont flame hard on me.
    I loved this game, the single player was great but a little boring at parts. ive seen most scenes before, but it was moments that truely amazed me.
    Now to the MP, its simply great! its has a huge variaity of gamemodes, but only 9 maps. the veichles are great but the jets isnt so effective as they should have been. speaking veichles, this game lacks a training mode. if you want to master jets and choppers you have to fail, die and ruin for your team first.

    In short: + Great MP
    + Lots of veichles
    + Co-op unlocks for MP
    - A little dull SP
    - No practice mode    … Expand
  72. topoRRR
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    The best multiplayer shooter that i ever played. Better than call of duty better than others. So many ways to realize your game style, large space to fight,big maps tanks and helis its really modern war with all its effects,techs etc. Some arcade elements but they are really on their places where they neeed to be. Must play rly.
  73. Holly18
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Graphics: 9.5

    Sound: 10

    Gameplay: 9.5

    Presentation: 9

    Lasting appeal: 10

    OVERALL: 10

    Battlefield 3 offers an unforgettable, world-class multiplayer. Great visual and the single-player campaign is great.
  74. Lastdef
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    On Xbox this game is excellent. The best multiplayer fps on the market, intense firefights, gameplay will support multiple tactics, lots of teamwork and customization,and top it off with very good graphics, and most realistic sounds I've ever experienced. If you want a deep multiplayer experience look mo further. This is your game!
  75. xmtalley
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    First of all, I see people whining about it being developed for PC first and that the graphics are not as good on console. Well duh...It's not like they perilously didn't make the graphics better the console CAN'T HANDLE IT DUE TO HARDWARE LIMITATIONS. So that is a moot point. Second stop trolling here cod fanboys, your jealous that MW3, um MW2 is no good.
  76. jkc59
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    I was a CoD "loyalist". I've owned and played all their games and was bitterly disappointed with MW3. So disappointed I strayed the course and bought BF3. This is my first foray into this franchise and all I can say is "wow"!! The single player game is very entertaining and I'm just getting started with the multiplayer games and no server issues, yet. This games makes MW3 lookI was a CoD "loyalist". I've owned and played all their games and was bitterly disappointed with MW3. So disappointed I strayed the course and bought BF3. This is my first foray into this franchise and all I can say is "wow"!! The single player game is very entertaining and I'm just getting started with the multiplayer games and no server issues, yet. This games makes MW3 look amateurish......I can't compare BF3 with its earlier versions but BF3 definitely is miles ahead of MW3.......… Expand
  77. Cactus777
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Awesome all around. Graphics, sound, maps, vehicles, etc. You must actually use some strategy, if you try to run and gun, you're dead. By far the most realistic war game I've seen. The 12 yr olds will not like this one, but if you're an adult gamer this is your game.
  78. Dmdxm12
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    It's fresh air bein able to be a soldier, tank, jet, chopper , instead of cods same old crap that never gets new, graphics are amazing, enjoy every second I play, best game out so far for fps
  79. nexusmind
    Dec 31, 2011
    6
    The multiplayer may be some of the coolest modern combat you'll experience on a console. It's absolutely glorious, and worth the price for that alone. Unfortunately, the single player campaign is the same heavily scripted Call of Duty-ish trash I've come to loathe from FPS games. In some cases it's even worse, descending into button mashing quicktime events and rail shooters. For aThe multiplayer may be some of the coolest modern combat you'll experience on a console. It's absolutely glorious, and worth the price for that alone. Unfortunately, the single player campaign is the same heavily scripted Call of Duty-ish trash I've come to loathe from FPS games. In some cases it's even worse, descending into button mashing quicktime events and rail shooters. For a game that proves it has so much versatility and complexity on the multiplayer side, it's a huge disappointment not to have more freedom on the single player end.… Expand
  80. PleiadesPower
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    Once DICE fixed the server issues, what's left is simply the BEST online multiplayer PERIOD. The selection of vehicles, weapons, kits, and overall customization is awesome. Shame our consoles don't quite have the horsepower this game deserves but PC players know what's up:) Maybe the most impressive thing about this game comes not from the awesome destruction and the return of prone andOnce DICE fixed the server issues, what's left is simply the BEST online multiplayer PERIOD. The selection of vehicles, weapons, kits, and overall customization is awesome. Shame our consoles don't quite have the horsepower this game deserves but PC players know what's up:) Maybe the most impressive thing about this game comes not from the awesome destruction and the return of prone and jets, but the sound design. Oh the SOUND! DICE did their homework and it shows. On a good surround system you feel like you are smack in the middle of Black Hawk Down. It's THAT GOOD! HIghly recommend this game if you want the real deal, total war experience. Grab a beer, crank up the audio, and strap yourself into a tank or A-10 a lay waste to anything or anyone in your path, this is online warfare at it's finest!… Expand
  81. 247Consoles
    Nov 9, 2011
    7
    Good Campaign but sincerely needs to show a new user how the hell to use the vehicles ie. Training Mode for dumb blind people with 1 arm.

    Somewhat dissapointed with the fighter jet scene whereby I wasn't given the keys to a joyride!
  82. bjornbit
    Nov 12, 2011
    8
    I really like the game but it sometimes feels like it's a sequel to the Bad Company-franchise , because of the interface in game and the game menus. Another bad thing about Battlefield 3 is that the player amount is restricted to only 24 players i multiplayer mode on the console platforms - the big maps sometimes feels like ghost towns because of that. Some maps are too small to whichI really like the game but it sometimes feels like it's a sequel to the Bad Company-franchise , because of the interface in game and the game menus. Another bad thing about Battlefield 3 is that the player amount is restricted to only 24 players i multiplayer mode on the console platforms - the big maps sometimes feels like ghost towns because of that. Some maps are too small to which tends to lead to a phenomena called "clustering" - people get stacked at the same spot and the massacre is a fact. On the plus side the sound and graphics are amazing! The game play is smooth and the weapon handling is really nice and "realistic". Battlefield 3 is really made for multiplayer and i don't think people should buy it for the single player experience - you got better options if you are looking for something more focused on that type of game experience.… Expand
  83. Minoumax
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Sencillamente un multijugador genial. Lo que llama la atención es la calidad gráfica y los detalles. Todo ellos sumado a los vehículos, la acción, la amplitud de los mapas y las opciones hacen un verdadero placer jugar al multijugador. Me encanta!!
  84. PU3RTO_R3CON
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    Look I am a huge MW fan and I respect Battlefield and have watched and played both franchises from there first games till now and so proud to see battlefield grow right in front of us to probably the BEST FPS game out today! The graphics are amazing, the multiplayer a freaking 10/10 and the campaign was not as great as MW3 but with infinity ward not innovating at all and it being like anLook I am a huge MW fan and I respect Battlefield and have watched and played both franchises from there first games till now and so proud to see battlefield grow right in front of us to probably the BEST FPS game out today! The graphics are amazing, the multiplayer a freaking 10/10 and the campaign was not as great as MW3 but with infinity ward not innovating at all and it being like an expansion to MW2 I actually feel I can say Battlefield 3 has become better than the COD franchise! Well done Dice and EA!… Expand
  85. rhino61466
    Nov 16, 2011
    9
    Nothing even comes close to touching this game's multiplayer. I am 25 yrs old and it is hard for me to find a game that really impresses me (since I have played sooo many over the years). BF3 is awesome in every aspect of multiplayer. The only thing keeping it from a 10 is the single player campaign. It wasn't horrible but it could've been better.
  86. sacroyalty
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
    Great Game. I was originally COD fanboy (had MW2 B.Ops etc). Played this game and had to get it. Graphics are supurb to any console game i have ever seen. the lighting! omg crazy real. The sun is actually bright like in RL(real life). Multiplayer is awesome, high level of replayablility. Same type of customization as the COD series. The maps are very nice and different. Vehicles areGreat Game. I was originally COD fanboy (had MW2 B.Ops etc). Played this game and had to get it. Graphics are supurb to any console game i have ever seen. the lighting! omg crazy real. The sun is actually bright like in RL(real life). Multiplayer is awesome, high level of replayablility. Same type of customization as the COD series. The maps are very nice and different. Vehicles are a must (only in certain gametypes for you who wine about vehicles(see below)). You can fly multiple types and sizes of attack and scout heli's, jets, tanks, jeeps, humvee's, etc. Depending on game mode they have different versions of maps ranging from tiny call of duty size maps to GTA like sized maps. Single player is ehhh, ok. The jet mission is very fun, graphics again are great. If you only play multiplayer games for the single player then you are wasting your money.

    Overall solid game. Call of Duty i remember always had lag, in BF3 the servers are run by DICE and EA and you dont have lag. Unless your into lag then buy COD series. They have an online website to track your stats and compare to friends on xbox, ps3, & pc as well as mobile apps and you can make/join platoons as well.

    If you want to be like everyone else and buy COD go ahead. Have fun calling in air strikes since most of you COD guys will probably have a pretty hard time jumping in a AH-1 Super Cobra or Apache, picking up your friends and flying over and being the air strike like we are doing in BF3 as we speek.    … Expand
  87. FireFish
    Nov 17, 2011
    8
    Great game, frame rate is pretty good on a well equipped PC. On consoles it is a little slower, but still acceptable. If you are used to playing Call of Duty, you will have to change your tactics. It isn't really a shoot 'em up game. You have to use tactics and quick thinking, much like in real life. The vehicle combat is excellent, and the new engine is great. Overall, a great game and IGreat game, frame rate is pretty good on a well equipped PC. On consoles it is a little slower, but still acceptable. If you are used to playing Call of Duty, you will have to change your tactics. It isn't really a shoot 'em up game. You have to use tactics and quick thinking, much like in real life. The vehicle combat is excellent, and the new engine is great. Overall, a great game and I would suggest it to anyone who wants a realistic experience.… Expand
  88. HateThat
    Nov 21, 2011
    10
    This game is why I play video games and support the games industry as avidly as I do. Lets be honest from the get go, this game has direct competition in the way of MW3 and both of these games are 99% multiplayer. I doubt ANYONE played these games for the single player, no matter what the critics say it has no influence in the sales and quality of each game in this day in age. They knowThis game is why I play video games and support the games industry as avidly as I do. Lets be honest from the get go, this game has direct competition in the way of MW3 and both of these games are 99% multiplayer. I doubt ANYONE played these games for the single player, no matter what the critics say it has no influence in the sales and quality of each game in this day in age. They know what they are and thats a MP experience and if you wanna try support the single player, then you obviously haven't played any other proper single player experience this year as the market is littered with better experiences. Now back to battlefield 3, i'll start with a list of innovations in gameplay and graphics.... The destruction system, while flawed and not red faction, its still really immersive and realistic. Terrain deformation, bit of wall flying off wen trying to hide.... its insane who good it looks. I mean I see a bunch of enemies hold up in one area, fire a rocket above them and the building falls and kills them all. Like wow! It brings new levels of realism and immersion to the experience. The animation system they built is incredible, characters die, move, shoot, you name it, they do it so realistic its makes you stop a marvel at the true innovation they've incorporated here. Vehicles looks amazing, firing a tank in a wooded area and all the trees bend to the shockwave of the force from the cannon.... WHAT GAME DOES THIS! So amazing to watch. Small little innovations to gameplay also to balance the experience are implemented like flashlight blindings, laser sights so blind snipers out of their camping poistion, not to mention the lense flare if the sniper point in scope at you specifically. All these little things help push the genre forward. The sound in this game is unrivaled by ANY game. Just amazing, I feel like I'm in a real battlefield from start to finish of a map and it truly shows what can be done these days. This is the game you show to non-gamers to show them how far games have come and how much room for improvement a lot of games need to make to even come close to competitive with this great title. You can tell they put so much time and effort into a truly deep, immersive and NEW experience than its previous iterations. New engine = yes imo. DICE you've done it again 10/10… Expand
  89. yeastori
    Apr 15, 2012
    10
    I have played many FPS in my day and a lot of multiplayer shooters like Call of Duty but Battlefield stands on its own here. I have to say first off that the graphical prowess in the game is bar none unchallenged by any other shooter games out there other then the Crysis games. Battlefield boost exceptionally well Multiplayer action letting you play the role of ground forces and theI have played many FPS in my day and a lot of multiplayer shooters like Call of Duty but Battlefield stands on its own here. I have to say first off that the graphical prowess in the game is bar none unchallenged by any other shooter games out there other then the Crysis games. Battlefield boost exceptionally well Multiplayer action letting you play the role of ground forces and the ability to control vehicles to help aid in tactical objective game play in such modes as Conquest and Rush. While all I can say good things for the multiplayer section, the single player is a completely different story. The storyline presented was fairly believable and good enough to keep playing through to see it end, however the plot lines get ridiculous at times and the enemies are cheap, often killing you with a couple of shots in even the easiest of difficulties. The story has a good solid background but failed to delivered on it and leave players unsatisfied with the results. You play through several levels that seems vibrants and large yet there isn't a sense of exploring the open area since there isn't any special items or secret packages to collect it makes the scenery just there to look at. Overall this game is only for the multiplayer shooter enthusiasts only, if you are looking a decent single player then this won't disapoint you only leaving less then enthuse about playing it other then that this game deserves to be purchased for the multiplayer alone… Expand
  90. bigpapapool
    Oct 27, 2011
    7
    All Fan boy junk put aside. This is a solid game that is well worth the $40 from my amazon preorder. It knocks the pants off any other shooter of its kind except halo, COD, Gears. That said its a blast to play huge map battles bring a ton of fun for you and some buddies. The single player campaign is fun and extremely impressive graphically and they nailed the sounds. The story is aAll Fan boy junk put aside. This is a solid game that is well worth the $40 from my amazon preorder. It knocks the pants off any other shooter of its kind except halo, COD, Gears. That said its a blast to play huge map battles bring a ton of fun for you and some buddies. The single player campaign is fun and extremely impressive graphically and they nailed the sounds. The story is a complete mesh of the last 3 COD games. Regardless of this there are still some epic moments such as the sniper mission which I have been waiting a long time for something this detailed. There is a ton of LAG/Frame rate issues though. And whats with the 1.5GB update to get your graphics up to speed? The Code to play online is also a joke and provided much frustration on my 360. Top that off with week user interface that feels like a PC game. Then the Server went down for a brief period, so I hopped over to the SEPERATE DISK campaign and it starts repeating the opening scene on a loop of about 10 seconds? Whats that all about. The game just feels rushed. Far too many little issues considering they put 100 Million into advertising. Half that money shouldve stayed in game development. My score wouldve been a 9 if they issues had been resolved before launch. Im just disappointed in DICE for not smoothing it out more. It is such a solid platform, especially after a BETA. These issues should have been fixed. Well worth buying if you want to kill a week before MW3.… Expand
  91. JohnnyAooleseed
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    An awesome game that actually tries to revolutionize the FPS genre unlike *cough* another game (Call of Duty). The game is really fun and you can approach situations differently in multiplayer and everything is really open ended. The campaign is really good to if you separate it from the bugs it has. Overall BF3 is awesome. Nuff' said.
  92. xSUICIDEx
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    As a disappointed fanboy of MW3, I got to call out you guys, and I know who you are, being a fanboy myself of COD--- BF3 graphics are miles above MW3, any one saying the graphics are crap, they are lying and they are to much of a fanboy to sac up and admit the truth. After playing both, for multiplayer, BF3 has changed me from COD to BF. MW3 isnt bad, its just more of a arcade game, whereAs a disappointed fanboy of MW3, I got to call out you guys, and I know who you are, being a fanboy myself of COD--- BF3 graphics are miles above MW3, any one saying the graphics are crap, they are lying and they are to much of a fanboy to sac up and admit the truth. After playing both, for multiplayer, BF3 has changed me from COD to BF. MW3 isnt bad, its just more of a arcade game, where BF3 is a more real game. So, to you MW3 fanboys, coming from a ex fanboy, be honest and admit it, like me, BF3 has better graphics and if you want a realistic shooter, BF3 has you covered.… Expand
  93. 360realreviews
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
    First off, Battlefield 3 is the game of the year. With the best graphics i have ever seen before, it's rated so low on metacritic and that is a little disappointting. With the best online ive played before on any fps game, and with one of the best community for the game, i would expect it to have a higher rating. With a really deep and nice campign and really nice visual movement withFirst off, Battlefield 3 is the game of the year. With the best graphics i have ever seen before, it's rated so low on metacritic and that is a little disappointting. With the best online ive played before on any fps game, and with one of the best community for the game, i would expect it to have a higher rating. With a really deep and nice campign and really nice visual movement with no blur. And i bet that most of the review's for this game are people making other account's just to drop the rating on this game which is sad cause it's almost the best game of the year. And it really deserves this 10/10 for one reason, Life-Like graphics.… Expand
  94. mustard_tiger
    Oct 26, 2011
    8
    Because its a shooter there isn't that much you can go into about the game but its a good game. Do NOT listen to the reviews of a 10 or a 1 as this game seems to be the kind of game that makes people want to divide into camps. Graphics alone don't make a good game, we have learned that time and time again but this game isn't JUST graphics but its also not the greatest game ever made.Because its a shooter there isn't that much you can go into about the game but its a good game. Do NOT listen to the reviews of a 10 or a 1 as this game seems to be the kind of game that makes people want to divide into camps. Graphics alone don't make a good game, we have learned that time and time again but this game isn't JUST graphics but its also not the greatest game ever made. Also as to if this game is a so and so killer.... please there are too many games released these days to think like that anymore. Pros: Solid great looking shooter Cons: Yet another solid great looking shooter.… Expand
  95. electrocrap
    Jan 4, 2012
    5
    wow bf3 has got a lower score in the critics than mw3. bf however has a campaign of **** its dull. but its short which makes me give a 3 the only good thing was the graphics in the campaign but the multi player is fun because u can use the gadgets which are great to use overall it is in the middle for me
  96. spartan117gw
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    -CAMPAIGN not the most original but still fun and more believable then the ridiculous MW series. -GFX amazing even thought not as nice as pc. STILL looks great. 30fps is fine. thats what Halo has been using for years. -SOUND also amazing
    -BattleLog has issues but works better than i thought -COOP short but sweet and gets you great MP guns. wOULD have been better if part of campaign but    -CAMPAIGN not the most original but still fun and more believable then the ridiculous MW series. -GFX amazing even thought not as nice as pc. STILL looks great. 30fps is fine. thats what Halo has been using for years. -SOUND also amazing
    -BattleLog has issues but works better than i thought -COOP short but sweet and gets you great MP guns. wOULD have been better if part of campaign but still fun.
    -MP this is AAA class MP gameplay the best fps gaming around for military shooters hands down.

    OVER ALL 9.5 its not perfect but you gotta give Dice credit for going above and beyond the call(rehashed games)    … Expand
  97. ShayneG
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is what I expect from a new game. With the "Frostbite 2" engine, this game deserves nothing less than a 10/10. The best part about this game is that you really feel like your on the Battlefield. Whether it's the amazing detail in every map or the realistic sound of helicopters and jets flying overhead, Dice have really presented a winner in this game. The only thing I can criticise isThis is what I expect from a new game. With the "Frostbite 2" engine, this game deserves nothing less than a 10/10. The best part about this game is that you really feel like your on the Battlefield. Whether it's the amazing detail in every map or the realistic sound of helicopters and jets flying overhead, Dice have really presented a winner in this game. The only thing I can criticise is the campaign which is short and relatively boring, but as I know this was only a late addition to the game which is a multiplayer game anyway, I can put the campaign aside and give this a solid 9/10. Well done Dice!… Expand
  98. Unimatix
    Nov 11, 2011
    8
    Great multiplayer sub par campaign - but Multiplayer is where the main meat of this game is! Graphics in multiplayer are not a massive leap from BC2 but there are some improvements noticeable. Get a good squad and a good team on a match and your in for a treat! If your unsure about battlefield just give it a try! You won't ever look back to MW 2.5 and the camping 12 year old shotgun brigade!!
  99. GhostROF1DooM
    Nov 8, 2011
    7
    A solid and intense shooter, but lacks the massive scale of the previous game. Obviously the engine just wouldnt allow it, which is really disappointing. Im hoping updates and map packs will develop this game more into the experience people expected
  100. Timuco
    Nov 11, 2011
    8
    If we were to wait until the next console generation lineup to play this game I would have done it, but that said this isn't a bad game. It's really a great addition to your FPS collection, but if you weren't a fan of Bad Company 2 then this game will not change your mind. The gameplay is pretty much the same, just with slight changes to the classes and the addition of flying jets. TheIf we were to wait until the next console generation lineup to play this game I would have done it, but that said this isn't a bad game. It's really a great addition to your FPS collection, but if you weren't a fan of Bad Company 2 then this game will not change your mind. The gameplay is pretty much the same, just with slight changes to the classes and the addition of flying jets. The single player campaign doesn't have much going for it apart from showing off how good the graphics can look. Multiplayer is the reason to buy this game. Obviously, the PC version is the best way to go, but if you don't have the money to afford a giant gaming rig then this version will do you just fine, even with the lowered graphics settings and lessened player count.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 57 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 53 out of 57
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 57
  3. Negative: 0 out of 57
  1. Gaming Nexus
    Feb 25, 2012
    91
    If you're looking for a great single player campaign you're out of luck, rent BF3 or pick it up in the bargain bin. If you're looking for the best online multiplayer action then BF3 is your game hands down.
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  2. GamingTrend
    Jan 24, 2012
    90
    While Battlefield 3 was aiming to be the biggest name this holiday season, and while it has made strides towards knocking off Modern Warfare 3, it misses the mark. That's not to say it is a bad game, it's a very good one, but the polish and excitement that is found on the Call of Duty series feels missing here. Still, there are much worse games you could end up with this holiday season, and the competition between the two series should heat up significantly in the next few years.
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  3. Console Monster
    Jan 3, 2012
    90
    This experience alone sums up what Battlefield 3 is about. It isn't a John Rambo run and gun shooter and it shouldn't really be compared to MW3 in terms of how you play it. For players to truly understand the Battlefield experience you need to embrace the teamwork by joining a squad and calling out your spotted enemies, as after all, sometimes you also need your back covered too.
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