Battlefield 3

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7.5

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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. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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 !
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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
  16. 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...
  17. 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 :/
  18. 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.
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 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 !
  24. 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
  25. 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.
  26. 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
  27. 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
  28. 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
  29. 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
  30. 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
  31. 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.
  32. 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
  33. 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
  34. 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.
  35. 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
  36. 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.
  37. 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
  38. 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
  39. 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
  40. 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
  41. 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
  42. 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
  43. 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
  44. 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
  45. 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
  46. 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
  47. 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!
  48. 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
  49. 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
  50. 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.
  51. 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
  52. 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.
  53. 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.
  54. 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
  55. 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
  56. 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
  57. 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.
  58. 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.
  59. 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!
  60. 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.
  61. 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
  62. 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.
  63. 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
  64. 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
  65. 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
  66. 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!!
  67. 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
  68. 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.
  69. 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
  70. 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
  71. 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
  72. 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
  73. 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.
  74. 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
  75. 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
  76. 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
  77. 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
  78. 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
  79. 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!!
  80. 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
  81. Estepahead
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    The campaign holds some great moments and beautiful landscapes. It is not a high octane action thrill ride but is enjoyable and interesting. The co-op missions are ok, but there are only a few and out of those only three or so hold replay ability. The multiplayer is amazing, huge detailed maps, vehicles, tons of unlockables and weapons. There are several game modes that offer a lot ofThe campaign holds some great moments and beautiful landscapes. It is not a high octane action thrill ride but is enjoyable and interesting. The co-op missions are ok, but there are only a few and out of those only three or so hold replay ability. The multiplayer is amazing, huge detailed maps, vehicles, tons of unlockables and weapons. There are several game modes that offer a lot of variety. The guns may not contain as much detail as other games but it is a minor issue compared to the game overall.… Expand
  82. Dufase19089
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    BF3 raised the bar for teamwork, graphics, atmosphere, and all in all is a much deeper "experience" than MW3. You can argue progression systems, whatever, but they're pretty much similar. No, you'll never get the same k/d ratio on BF3 as MW3, but it's so much more than just gunning people down. They're two totally different experiences, and they both excel in what they're trying to do onBF3 raised the bar for teamwork, graphics, atmosphere, and all in all is a much deeper "experience" than MW3. You can argue progression systems, whatever, but they're pretty much similar. No, you'll never get the same k/d ratio on BF3 as MW3, but it's so much more than just gunning people down. They're two totally different experiences, and they both excel in what they're trying to do on the multiplayer level.The only thing that truly hurts BF3 is the fact that it had to be trimmed for consoles, but it's not BF's fault that consoles simply cannot handle it. It would have been like trying to port Crysis 1 without the CryEngine3. BF3 shows us that the end of this console generation is here, and that this generation is now holding back innovation and the future of games (seriously, wtf is the physics engine on MW? Am I the only one that is dissapointed that grenades dont move wood pallets or outright destroy them? Seriously, Source has better physics implemented in it) They're different animals... that's all- and lets be honest, BF3 does way more for the gaming community than MW, as it stands, will ever be able to do. BF3 will only get better from here as the expansions roll out.… Expand
  83. ironman2284
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Between the vehicles, the classes, the expansive maps, the equipment, the weapon customizations, the graphics, the sounds, the 24 player MP, this game has it ALL. Are their glitches, sure. Is Battlelog imperfect, yes. The good news: ALL of that can be fixed with patches.

    Relative to other FPS this year, namely COD that is merely a DLC pack for a 2007 COD title (new maps, balanced MP, 60    Between the vehicles, the classes, the expansive maps, the equipment, the weapon customizations, the graphics, the sounds, the 24 player MP, this game has it ALL. Are their glitches, sure. Is Battlelog imperfect, yes. The good news: ALL of that can be fixed with patches.

    Relative to other FPS this year, namely COD that is merely a DLC pack for a 2007 COD title (new maps, balanced MP, 60 fps), BF3 is THE FPS of 2011!    … Expand
  84. andyboylan
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
    the single player is as the reviewers said very linear but lets be clear battlefield always has and always will be a multiplayer game first!! I didn't buy it for the single player! the multiplayer is brilliant in my opinion, big maps, good leveling system, amazing graphics. some people will prefer call of duty to this. I'm not a fan boy i've always preferred call of duty to thethe single player is as the reviewers said very linear but lets be clear battlefield always has and always will be a multiplayer game first!! I didn't buy it for the single player! the multiplayer is brilliant in my opinion, big maps, good leveling system, amazing graphics. some people will prefer call of duty to this. I'm not a fan boy i've always preferred call of duty to the battlefields but i feel this year battlefield wins due to good innovation and solid gameplay while i feel call of duty has taken the game in a direction which leaves the multiplayer hectic. throw a random frag get a random kill. this game is best played with friends get in a squad work with each other and you will have a great time… Expand
  85. RobRoss1992
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Probably the best modern FPS yet, the single player isn't the greatest, but that's not why you buy battlefield, you buy it for the multiplayer, and it's amazing. How can Call of Duty sell more when your basically fighting other people in a box? In Battlefield anything can happen, from a jet smashing into the ground two feet in front of you, to base jumping of a cliff into battle, there isProbably the best modern FPS yet, the single player isn't the greatest, but that's not why you buy battlefield, you buy it for the multiplayer, and it's amazing. How can Call of Duty sell more when your basically fighting other people in a box? In Battlefield anything can happen, from a jet smashing into the ground two feet in front of you, to base jumping of a cliff into battle, there is just to many possibilities for chaos, madness and fun to list, how can people consider playing CoD when Battlefield 3 is out… Expand
  86. CODER
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Jets, Destructible Environments, intense infantry combat, amazing vehicle play, realistic weapon ballistics, AND a solid campaign/co-op. Yeah this is definitely my game of the year.
  87. ChrisZ
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I honestly don't understand why Call of Duty "fan boys" come to Battlefield 3's user reviews and give it 0 or a very low score this game exceeds in both lasting appeal and game play. User reviewers such as an Individual named 'Skyplot' has given this game a zero all because of texture problems and no good reasons and has given Call of duty Modern Warfare 3 a perfect 10. Those textureI honestly don't understand why Call of Duty "fan boys" come to Battlefield 3's user reviews and give it 0 or a very low score this game exceeds in both lasting appeal and game play. User reviewers such as an Individual named 'Skyplot' has given this game a zero all because of texture problems and no good reasons and has given Call of duty Modern Warfare 3 a perfect 10. Those texture problems? No big deal one quick update and your good to go and the final product to Battlefield 3 is simply amazing WHEN it comes to multiplayer, campaign however I will admit is not as great but this game after all was not made for campaign but rather for its incredible and better than Call of Duty multiplayer you can fly planes drop out of them too this game is for mature players not for Call of Duty's 12 year old denizens Battlefield 3 is simply great and it deserves the 9 I am giving it thank you for reading.… Expand
  88. Shadowmind
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Online play is fluid, realistic, and just fast paced enough to keep your attention without making you have seizures. The graphics are amazing for a console game, on par with some of the best high-end PC graphic card required games. Personas don't look like cartoons anymore. The leveling system is a huge leap forward from the Bad Company 2. Highly recommend this one.
  89. RASKELL
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    What can I say, this is how a multiplayer shooter should be made. I purchased this on release day as a tide me over until MW3 but oh man this is wayyyy better than MW3 could ever hope to be.
    I only made an account on here to leave a review on MW3 as I felt so ripped off, but as I am here I might aswell leave a review here stating how awesome this game is.
    I honestly cant find a bad word to    What can I say, this is how a multiplayer shooter should be made. I purchased this on release day as a tide me over until MW3 but oh man this is wayyyy better than MW3 could ever hope to be.
    I only made an account on here to leave a review on MW3 as I felt so ripped off, but as I am here I might aswell leave a review here stating how awesome this game is.
    I honestly cant find a bad word to say about it, maps, guns, game modes, spawn system, vehicles, destruction, teamwork, squad system this game has them all and they are all done extremely well. If like me you bought MW3 hoping for a new fresh game and were severely disappointed I suggest trading it in while it still holds some value and getting this instead you wont regret it. Game of the year for definate!    … Expand
  90. CODSUCKS
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer gameBest multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said! Best multiplayer game I have ever played. Nuff said!… Expand
  91. MovesLikeJagoff
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game has a really strong and competitively FUN multiplayer. I don't care what other people are saying about the single player campaign, It's not the best but not the worst either. But the real highlight here is the MULTIPLAYER that really shines! I got this game on it's launch day, and it has some server problems at the first and second day but.. the good thing is that after the firstThis game has a really strong and competitively FUN multiplayer. I don't care what other people are saying about the single player campaign, It's not the best but not the worst either. But the real highlight here is the MULTIPLAYER that really shines! I got this game on it's launch day, and it has some server problems at the first and second day but.. the good thing is that after the first two days----- oh man what an amazing game! It's really addictive and unlike the cod games which is just run and shoot people, in Battlefield 3, you need to be tactical and be a responsible player in order to succeed. The best one to try on is the "Conquest Mode" coz it's fun and gives u more EXP. The other good thing that I like about this game is that almost 90% of the bugs and glitches on the BETA has been fixed and the remaining 10% is just some minor glitch which can be ignored like some minor running issues and other small stuff.. overall this game deserves a 9.5 but I'm rounding it up to 10. "Minor glitches and server issues (which can be fixed) doesn't stop this game from being amazing, thanks to it's fun and competitive multiplayer which will keep you busy for a long time until another battlefield game or even better shooting game comes out. Worth your $60! Go get it now!… Expand
  92. teamsamson888
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    this game has the best graphics and physx you could ask for the story is so real it could be a movie mw3 fans are jealous there on the same ol graphics and gameplay as 5yrs thank you bf3 for smashing there career in half
  93. Gerbacio
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    A must buy! i was expecting less and was pleasantly surprised ....so surprised i bought it for both consoles ..its the most fun i have had in a while playing with friends
  94. pride82
    Nov 16, 2011
    8
    Right let's kick this off, I am not a fanboy of either series, I like both games and they both have their flaws and strengths, its difficult to review without comparing to cod, and the pc version of bf3, Firstly well done on frostbite 2, its a step in the right direction, although the the tech tried to give console players, next gen games on current consoles it hasn't really has it, butRight let's kick this off, I am not a fanboy of either series, I like both games and they both have their flaws and strengths, its difficult to review without comparing to cod, and the pc version of bf3, Firstly well done on frostbite 2, its a step in the right direction, although the the tech tried to give console players, next gen games on current consoles it hasn't really has it, but what its achieved certainly ain't bad either,
    I'll start on campaign, boring if I'm honest, some great levels, some great set pieces, bit too linear, but campaigns usually need to be on shooters, its no ArmA is it! Scenes like thunder run or the first time you walk onto the deck of the aircraft carrier are very "wow this looks awesome" and its moments like that in the campaign that make it look better than its rivals, it plays well and looks good, although nowhere near as good as the pc version, iv installed both the game and texture lack and while impressive its still nowhere near to the pc version, Now the multiplayer, 30fps 720p (just) looks and plays good, its a change of pace to cod adding vehicles etc, but it does little to keep you hooked in and some server issues and lag etc have made some gamers have less than good experiences online, The squad features and clan options are lacking heavilly in a game that is supposed to thrive on team play, the levels although well designed and quite big have little in the way of choke points or areas to hold down with a squad, exept the smaller levels like metro,
    Levelling up takes an eternity and can get boring,
    The player cap at 24 is a step foreward but surely 32-40 would have been better, mag managed a smooth 256 on mag! Overall the game is let down by slow and boring levelling system, and poor squad and clan settings, a small player count and ea been server hoggers although dedi servers are great, they don't work for xbl! The player count could have been better and they could have done a console based app for battlelog, a great looking and sounding game, but not enough to hook you in unless your already a fan from 2005! Great effort and ill look forward to the updates and map pack,    … Expand
  95. bandanaunion
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Damn, this game is amazing. I cannot believe people complained about Operation Metro for the beta. That map shows the brilliant design of this game and how even free of vehicles bf3 beats out mw. In terms of maps, balance, strategy, gameplay mechanics, sound, controls, guns etc., everything is as close to perfect as you can get. And the reviews that say this is the best multiplayer game toDamn, this game is amazing. I cannot believe people complained about Operation Metro for the beta. That map shows the brilliant design of this game and how even free of vehicles bf3 beats out mw. In terms of maps, balance, strategy, gameplay mechanics, sound, controls, guns etc., everything is as close to perfect as you can get. And the reviews that say this is the best multiplayer game to date are right on. I'd say the only game that is comparable is Left 4 Dead. This game has changed warfare games for good.

    After playing this for countless hours I do have some criticisms. The soldier skins. They're good, but extremely repetitive. It's kind of funny seeing three of the same soldiers side by side, twins and triplets everywhere. The unlocks. Some are great. Some don't work properly (dog tags). Some are repetitive. There should have been more unlocks. By the time you get to colonel there is really nothing new, and only very lengthy spans between dog tags are left. Something to be learned from mw2 would be the addictive unlocks.

    There's also no way to communicate outside of your squad. And you should be able to communicate with the other team between matches. There is a bit of an issue of repeating maps before completing a full cycle. And with this, teams are switched up or you can be thrown into an entirely random game which all of a sudden has opposing strategy and unfamiliar teammates.

    These are very minor flaws however and won't stop me from putting in hundreds of hours.    … Expand
  96. truuth
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    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
  97. cb4365
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    I play Battlefield for Multi Player only, so let me get that out of the way. People make some good points. I would love some tutorials on flying jets and Heli's. Wish the player count was higher on Conquest and Rush modes. Hate spawn killers in TD, even though I am guilty of it sometimes. But what makes this game great is you can camp if you want, you can go guns a blazing, it depends onI play Battlefield for Multi Player only, so let me get that out of the way. People make some good points. I would love some tutorials on flying jets and Heli's. Wish the player count was higher on Conquest and Rush modes. Hate spawn killers in TD, even though I am guilty of it sometimes. But what makes this game great is you can camp if you want, you can go guns a blazing, it depends on your ability to work with your teammates. It is very hard to run and gun by yourself, but if you have a couple of solid teammates you can run around the map and pick off the campers. Or work together as a team setting up camp and destroy the competition. I love the team element of the game even though I hardly ever wear a headset. The shooting controls are harder than MW and I like that. Game requires skill and team work. I understand why people like MW and I don't begrudge them, I've played it for many hours, but BF3 is a significant upgrade to BC2 whereas MW3 should be a DLC for MW2. Not to mention the newer maps are even smaller. This game does have some glitchy graphics on XBOX (even with the install) and sometimes matchmaker creates some oddly uneven games but overall I play a little almost every day and LOVE it!… Expand
  98. mountainman
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    Never was a fan until I actually bought the game. Hands down best multiplayer first person shooter I have ever played in my life.

    Reason I don't give it a 10 stars is kind of frustratingly simple. You can't quit and join another map when the final end game screen comes up. This small thing has annoyed the crap out of me. Also trying to get your friends to play on the same team is also    Never was a fan until I actually bought the game. Hands down best multiplayer first person shooter I have ever played in my life.

    Reason I don't give it a 10 stars is kind of frustratingly simple. You can't quit and join another map when the final end game screen comes up. This small thing has annoyed the crap out of me. Also trying to get your friends to play on the same team is also frustratingly difficult. Almost want to give it an 8 because of those two screw ups. But hey, they overwhelmingly make up for it with the unbelievable game play.

    Oh and I've heard people saying that its 30fps is a bad thing. But I've also heard that the human eye can't really detect much difference in anything over 32fps... Looks amazing to me.    … Expand
  99. ShakerGecko
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    It has everything people love about the battlefield series. Great maps, great multiplayer, and unlimited fun. It is the best multiplayer shooter on the market. It just feels great and looks great. It's got new intuitive features and all kinds of new goodies. A definite buy.
  100. Jeffrey519
    Nov 15, 2011
    8
    I think this game is honestly my favorite out of the Battlefield series. Not only does it have a good story behind it; the multiplayer is crazy. Minus all the bugs me and friends still seem to have a blast blowing stuff up in jets!
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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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