Battlefield 3

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7.5

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  1. DerekKent
    Nov 21, 2011
    10
    Battlefield 3 is an extremely enjoyable game. The graphics are slick. The single-player is excellent. When I was playing it, I forgot it was a Battlefield game. But, the main event IS the multiplayer. It has a lot of re-playability. My only beef with it was that there are not a lot of maps, but that is nothing. An excellent choice if you like to play multiplayer.
  2. iPopNades
    Nov 23, 2011
    10
    Campaign was god awful I don't know why people like it, Its boring after beating it i really didn't have the urge to to play one of my favorite missions in which i really don't have one expect for the mission comrades. Multiplayer is awesome! I started out slow because i really didn't have any good weapons but later on i was beasting but you really have to find a game type that works forCampaign was god awful I don't know why people like it, Its boring after beating it i really didn't have the urge to to play one of my favorite missions in which i really don't have one expect for the mission comrades. Multiplayer is awesome! I started out slow because i really didn't have any good weapons but later on i was beasting but you really have to find a game type that works for you, like small game types like Squad Team Death Match or Rush or with a lot of people like Conquest or regular Rush. Overall since the campaign wasn't good i give the whole game a 8 out of 10… Expand
  3. ChrisStone
    Nov 23, 2011
    10
    Battlefield 3 is one of the most visually stunning games I have ever seen, the lighting effects are awesome and the way everything is so detailed is just amazing. The single player campaign, is a bit of a let down it's good fun but ti lacks what makes BF games so great, destructible environments. In addition the path that the player has to take is way to linear, you can't think "oh there'sBattlefield 3 is one of the most visually stunning games I have ever seen, the lighting effects are awesome and the way everything is so detailed is just amazing. The single player campaign, is a bit of a let down it's good fun but ti lacks what makes BF games so great, destructible environments. In addition the path that the player has to take is way to linear, you can't think "oh there's a tank there I'll run all the way around it and blow it up from behind" You will most likely be told what to do, where to stand and how to do it. The best part of BF3 has to be it's multiplayer, I would pay £45 just for multiplayer. Every time a match is played it is different, I may be a jet fighter one match, then a tank commander a second match, it is completely unpredictable.… Expand
  4. DStyles
    Nov 25, 2011
    10
    I'm new to the franchise and this franchise has potential to take down the COD franchise in a year or two. Sad thing is that once this franchise blows up like COD did, I'll be one of the first bad mouthing it for being the same as the one before. Here's to enjoying the BF franchise for a year or two without the hype.
  5. PreLighter
    Nov 25, 2011
    10
    Awesome game, lot of action, nice soundtrack, in-game sounds. Single Player could be better, but Multiplayer fix everything. I really like this game and I'm really happy that I bought it :) I never been dissapointed about Battlefield series, and I hope I never will. I recommend this game to everyone
  6. FPSdaybreaK
    Nov 26, 2011
    10
    great graphics, love the freedom factor that you have whether you want to be a sniper or hop in a tank with some friends and just destroy kids, also EA also listens to people and works with the community on fixing certain things.
  7. RapidFireReview
    Nov 28, 2011
    10
    Now i know what your thinking. 10 out of 10 what an exaggeration right? WRONG! If i dident give this game a 10 id feel like i was lying. Everything in this game feels epic. From just moving around to the huge 64 player battles. 145 ranks online to keep you going for years to come.By far the best sound in a video game ever. Iv put over 100 hours into the online multiplayer and it just neverNow i know what your thinking. 10 out of 10 what an exaggeration right? WRONG! If i dident give this game a 10 id feel like i was lying. Everything in this game feels epic. From just moving around to the huge 64 player battles. 145 ranks online to keep you going for years to come.By far the best sound in a video game ever. Iv put over 100 hours into the online multiplayer and it just never gets boring. Don t want to walk in the front door of a heavily defended building? Then dont, blow open the wall go through that way.Tired of running around on the ground? Fly a jet, drive a tank, its just amazing! This one is going to be a modern classic. Definitely one of the best games iv ever played, and best 60$ iv ever spent.… Expand
  8. ninjapirate
    Nov 28, 2011
    10
    best fps ever made and it proved that by winning all the awards along the way and on getting the game its out standing truly pushes the limits of the fps genre above and beyond the call
  9. AFlyingG3rman
    Nov 28, 2011
    10
    Multiplayer: Best portion of the game and the best the gaming community has seen for a while. It combines realism with fun, and requires skill and teamwork. I would pay 60 $ simply for the multiplayer experience, without exaggerating. Campaign: eh, okay. It could have added destruction and maybe like the ability to control you're squad to make it more fun. The story line was okay, yes itsMultiplayer: Best portion of the game and the best the gaming community has seen for a while. It combines realism with fun, and requires skill and teamwork. I would pay 60 $ simply for the multiplayer experience, without exaggerating. Campaign: eh, okay. It could have added destruction and maybe like the ability to control you're squad to make it more fun. The story line was okay, yes its about nuclear bombs about to destroy America but its told in an original way. The voice acting was amazing and you often felt like you really were in the military(except on your couch), which probably was the developers first goal. I would pay about 5-10$ for the campaign. Co-op: great; fun, hard but wish their was more to it, I wish that the campaign was just one giant co-op experience with maybe four people. I would pay 10$ but would pay a lot more if it was longer.
    Extras: The destruction, the audio and the graphics were amazing, would have liked to see more character customization but hey, cant complain. +5$
    Overall I'd pay more than the games worth for it, no the campaign and the co-op was short but the multiplayer is the best I have ever seen.    … Expand
  10. EyeM4st3R
    Nov 30, 2011
    10
    Exelente juego! La campaña muy buena, corta pero intensa; lo mejor sin duda es su espectacular modo online! es el mejor juego que hay en estos momentos en cuanto a modo online, aunque en consola no llega al nivel de la version de pc no se queda atras superando a muchos juegos en su apartado tecnico y online, sin duda los mejores efectos de luces y destrucción yExelente juego! La campaña muy buena, corta pero intensa; lo mejor sin duda es su espectacular modo online! es el mejor juego que hay en estos momentos en cuanto a modo online, aunque en consola no llega al nivel de la version de pc no se queda atras superando a muchos juegos en su apartado tecnico y online, sin duda los mejores efectos de luces y destrucción y movimiento de los soldados lo eh visto en este juego; y su modo online jugar sin problemas de conexion gracias a sus servidores dedicados es lo mejor da gusto jugar asi, sin duda DICE ha creado el mejor juego del año y el que mejor representa una guerra.… Expand
  11. Dorfo
    May 2, 2012
    10
    I was a CoD player until I found out Bad Company 2. It was my first Battlefield game. Sunddely, i've turned into a fan boy of Battlefield serie. I just want to say that Battlefield 3 is amazing, it brings us a war feeling. The campaing isn't wonderful, but online mode is where the things happens. A special game!
  12. AndrewB33
    Dec 4, 2011
    10
    amazing graphics
    amazing gameplay
    amazing physics
    best game ever? easily ...well within the FPS genre anyway ;)
    easily beats any other leading FPS games *cough*mw3*cough*
  13. gargleblood
    Dec 2, 2011
    10
    WOW. This is truly a masterpiece. Ever since the start of the battlefield franchise they've come a long way. Every BF game that has released progressively gets better and better. Revamped visuals and gameplay, reward/ranking system, the online battlelog. I believe this is one game that cannot disappoint.
  14. TheIceViper1
    Dec 2, 2011
    10
    I must say that after all the hype behind this game, I found myself on the short end of the stick. Despite the fact that it looks and sounds a lot better than MW3, I still feel conned... just a little. The multi-player is perhaps the reason that this game sells, and the reason I purchased it, but the campaign feels to short. I love FPS, and I have always loved the battlefield games. AsI must say that after all the hype behind this game, I found myself on the short end of the stick. Despite the fact that it looks and sounds a lot better than MW3, I still feel conned... just a little. The multi-player is perhaps the reason that this game sells, and the reason I purchased it, but the campaign feels to short. I love FPS, and I have always loved the battlefield games. As much as I replay this game, I still can't get over the fact that I feel slightly cheated. Because it's Battlefield, I'll let it pass. As far as control wise, I found it quick and easy to pick up and play and get into. Heck my 13 year old son mastered it in a week. All in all this is a well rounded game and if there is to be a part 4, they should learn from their mistakes and focus on the campiagn levels as much as they do the multi-player.… Expand
  15. aSoldiersHavok
    Dec 3, 2011
    10
    Game of the year, hands down! Awesome gameplay, competitive multiplayer, and great campaign. Wasn't really big into Battlefield until now. Can't stop playing it! It's in a whole other level from the other FPS.
  16. codmodernripoff
    Dec 4, 2011
    10
    I dont know why people give it a 7 just cuz the campaign wasnt that good....who the hell cares about the campaign of a game like this. Both this game and mw3 have short campaigns that are very similar but they dont matter since 99% of the time spent with this game will be online...

    so, online is basically the best fps experience you can have today, great graphics, balanced guns and    I dont know why people give it a 7 just cuz the campaign wasnt that good....who the hell cares about the campaign of a game like this. Both this game and mw3 have short campaigns that are very similar but they dont matter since 99% of the time spent with this game will be online...

    so, online is basically the best fps experience you can have today, great graphics, balanced guns and vehicles, and nothing seems "cheap". games can last up to 45 minutes which is just amazing and winning a game that goes that long just adds more fun to it. Also each game is different since dice gives you a huge map, and lots of possibilities to go through those maps (except the 3 maps that are more close quartered, dont get me wrong they are still fun just a little more call of duty ish). focus on teamwork is key in this game, so when you get that lone sniper complaining how bad the game is, its because hes just in it to get kills for himself, and isnt actually playing the game the way it should be played. Rush is a great gamemode and so is conquest, the others i dont really care about because they play on a smaller scale, and that is not why I buy battlefield games.

    overall its good, call of duty is bad, so deal with it    … Expand
  17. Clonedlemmings
    Dec 4, 2011
    10
    This game is stunningly beautiful, it has a revamped engine, huge maps and a truly amazing multiplayer experience, those who have rated this game low musthave only played the open beta,as there were bugs and the test map was small. The maps are almost limitless, big enough for a huge dogfight between a number of jets even . The beta was a wry old build and some people did not recogniseThis game is stunningly beautiful, it has a revamped engine, huge maps and a truly amazing multiplayer experience, those who have rated this game low musthave only played the open beta,as there were bugs and the test map was small. The maps are almost limitless, big enough for a huge dogfight between a number of jets even . The beta was a wry old build and some people did not recognise that. And used that to criticise bf3. Stunning graphics, brilliant gameplay, a must buy. Way better than mw3. Trust me, I own both.… Expand
  18. KIQCHG
    Dec 5, 2011
    10
    Looking from a "how much fun this game is to me" point of view i will be honest and say that i played the singleplayer campaign for maybe 30 minutes when i said screw this, switched the CD and started playing the MP which is simply insane, the graphics are stunning, the classes are incredible, the maps are great, the air vehicles take a few attempts to learn how to control but are not thatLooking from a "how much fun this game is to me" point of view i will be honest and say that i played the singleplayer campaign for maybe 30 minutes when i said screw this, switched the CD and started playing the MP which is simply insane, the graphics are stunning, the classes are incredible, the maps are great, the air vehicles take a few attempts to learn how to control but are not that bad, i suck at killing with them but im assuming that its me and not the game as ive seen some guys mastering the airs with them. The ground vehicles are a huge load of fun as always. The downside so far are some bugs that im hoping will be fixed soon but nothing major. As a personal note the EOD is insanely fun for me and i can't count how many MCOMs my team wasn't managing to reach when i popped it out to zoom thru the enemy line and activate it !! A must buy game!… Expand
  19. mikeclark1982
    Dec 12, 2011
    10
    if you have played battlefield bad company or bad company 2 you know what to expect with this game, fun. the only gripes are that now there is glare everywhere and they added the prone position which makes a call of duty staple: CAMPING into the limelight. many of the weapons are extremely powerful, and no longer as realistic as others, but if you take the fact that DICE listened to theif you have played battlefield bad company or bad company 2 you know what to expect with this game, fun. the only gripes are that now there is glare everywhere and they added the prone position which makes a call of duty staple: CAMPING into the limelight. many of the weapons are extremely powerful, and no longer as realistic as others, but if you take the fact that DICE listened to the call of duty defectors instead of the true fans, it is not as bad as you would fear. with an update or few, maybe the balance issues will be fixed, but it is a great game.… Expand
  20. GhostDragon
    Dec 24, 2011
    10
    The single player campaign is short and a bit disappointment, but who buys buys this game only for single player. The co-op missions are great fun, but multiplayer is that what truly rocks. The graphics and sounds are awesome, maps are huge and impressive and vehicles are nicely balanced. Battlefield 3 is one of the best multiplayer games in this year altough some may not like it at all.
  21. Demokrates
    Dec 18, 2011
    10
    I have to disagree with the previous review of Chickencantgowi. To base a review on a game on "how good or in his case bad one plays" is ridiculous. The platoon system for example is a great tool to find players that want to play more tactically... If you dont use the tools you are given properly it is not the fault of the game.

    New Players: It might be a little bit frustrating for people    I have to disagree with the previous review of Chickencantgowi. To base a review on a game on "how good or in his case bad one plays" is ridiculous. The platoon system for example is a great tool to find players that want to play more tactically... If you dont use the tools you are given properly it is not the fault of the game.

    New Players:
    It might be a little bit frustrating for people who are just buying it now as there are so many people who unlocked the better weapons already, but if you get through that you will find a great multiplayer experience with great graphics, awesome sound and tactical gameplay. Maps:
    Maps are huge in conquest but you can feel your pulse raising when a sniper bullet whizzes over your head. There are so many "Battlefield moments" I experienced, too many to list. The destructable environment makes each match (even on the same map) unique... it is really stunning to be in a safe house and moments later the roof drops on your head... Also the balance between wide open and small alley maps is great. The only map that does not work out too good is Operation Metro (from the beta) because of the bottle neck.

    Vehicles:
    The ground vehicles are very easy to handle and the special unlocks are great... Jets & Helicopters are harder to master but with practice you will do fine with them too.

    Weapons:
    A great variety of weaponry is at your disposal. Is is really motivating to unlock weapons and then unlock the accessories. There are so many weapons in this game and each one feels different. Sniping is a little bit harder to master as you have to compensate for bullet drop, but once you got the jist of it, it is really addictive to be victorious in a sniper duel.

    Leveling & Experience:
    For each action you do you will get XP. I like the fact that you get the same amount of XP for reviving a teammate as for killing a enemy. Repairing, resupplying ammo, healing teammates and spotting enemies will give you XP. A very motivating and rewarding system. Back to Karkand DLC:
    The DLC is a great addition to the already extensive package you get with the game alone. Battlefield veterans will feel homy as a few of the best MP maps of Battlefield 2 (not Bad Company 2) are available now in an updated version. Campaign:
    Sadly, the campaign is not as good as other shooters on the market. I found the pacing a little bit too slow and the destruction is not used as good as in Bad Company 2. But Battlefield always was a multiplayer game first...

    Tools outside the game:
    Battlelog is a great statistic tool that comes free of charge with the game. It is extremely lucid and you can follow your stats with ease. You also can join a platoon which makes it very easy to find players that want to play tactically.

    Despite the medicore campaign (which I kind of expected) the multiplayer of BF3 is one of the best experiences you will have. It is more realistic (for a video game) than its competitors and very rewarding. Running & gunning wont take you far, a tactical approach will give you the edge over your enemies. The great quality of the DLC adds to the total package. Overall I have to give this masterpiece a 10/10.    … Expand
  22. Xolo187uk
    Dec 20, 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
  23. caboose237
    Dec 20, 2011
    10
    I give it 10 on the basis that it isn't "camp" of duty", many cod fanboys say "oh BF3 sucks buy mw3 as its superior blah blah blah". I love the game, the graphics are fantastic and the multiplayer is second to none, the campaign was not as good as BFBC2's but still fantastic. I can't describe how good this game is, people say low frame rate, only MW3 and rage have more than 30FPS, MW3 isI give it 10 on the basis that it isn't "camp" of duty", many cod fanboys say "oh BF3 sucks buy mw3 as its superior blah blah blah". I love the game, the graphics are fantastic and the multiplayer is second to none, the campaign was not as good as BFBC2's but still fantastic. I can't describe how good this game is, people say low frame rate, only MW3 and rage have more than 30FPS, MW3 is 60fps at 600p, not HD however. so if your new to first person shooters, buy this game over CAMP of duty and you shant be dissapointed, unless your not a fan of first person shooters… Expand
  24. MrMurD3R
    Dec 21, 2011
    10
    An awesome game with awesome graphics and sound, the use of strategy in huge maps encourage the team work. Each class win points for anything besides kill an enemy, the back to karkand add on is just wonderful with more maps to engage the game
  25. Titan8333
    Dec 23, 2011
    10
    i was reading some reviews before and shook my head because some of these so called "legit reviewers" give battlefield such bad reviews based on biased reviews or exagerrations. People are saying like bf2 is better, are you kidding me? bf2 doesnt even have solid ground against its big brother bf3. 20 fps? not even happy wheels runs that slow on a good computer so how could bf3? Bugs?i was reading some reviews before and shook my head because some of these so called "legit reviewers" give battlefield such bad reviews based on biased reviews or exagerrations. People are saying like bf2 is better, are you kidding me? bf2 doesnt even have solid ground against its big brother bf3. 20 fps? not even happy wheels runs that slow on a good computer so how could bf3? Bugs? only bugs i get are bugs when sometimes the sound will bug out if too many explosions happen around me at one time. Constantly spawn killed by snipers? recon is the least played class so how can you get killed that much plus sniping isnt like COD where you can do 360 no scopes and think ur awesome, its legit sniping in battlefield. Controls are bad? wtf its the same controls as COD with the addition of spotting. Dice rushed bf3? they spent 3 years developing bf3 and frostbite 2 and u call this instead of mw3 which got one year to be developed rushed? Small maps? Get ur eyes checked. but i will admit the campaign is pretty boring and co op is pretty short. but its not that big of a deal this is like one slice of a whole pizza. NOW THAT SOME LIES ARE CLEARED, lets talk about what bf3 is good at. bf3 has by far the best graphics i have seen even if its not at bf3s best because of console limitations and those who say bf3 has bad graphics have to check their eyes. bf3 has its own server hosts so no more annoying host migration *cough* *cough* *COD*. lag is not a problem in bf3 as it rarely lags at all. the maps are a great change from CODs tightly packed maps they feelnice and open and give you space to think. many people will fail and give bf3 a bad review because theyve played COD for too long and they expect all fps to be like that. BF3 IS NOT COD!!!! bf3 has its own style and you have to be dedicated to learn how the game works. campers are no problem because once i demolish their cover theyll have to taste the bullets from my m416. vehicles make jobs easy to do but their not invincible so you have to learn to retreat not think ur chuck norris' son and blast at air. i have much more good stuff to say but it will all be revealed when you buy bf3. remember if u go into battlefield with COD tactics, youll never grasp the true awesomeness of bf3… Expand
  26. pinhoone
    Dec 28, 2011
    10
    Stunning... Graphics simply gorgeous... sound amazing... the bad side... is the respawn in the Team Deathmach... and de green frame in the game some times appears and this annoying a little bit...
  27. Godfather673
    Jan 1, 2012
    10
    GET THIS GAME!!!!!! (btw it's not COD!) All Call Of Duty fanboys are butt hurt about this game. Take Niklas23 for example, he just post down below that Battlefield(BF) is a knock off of Call Of Duty (COD), when he doesn't realize that the whole system of 'classes' in COD is taken directly from BF. Battlefield is currently second to none in the world of FPS. It by-far has the best graphicsGET THIS GAME!!!!!! (btw it's not COD!) All Call Of Duty fanboys are butt hurt about this game. Take Niklas23 for example, he just post down below that Battlefield(BF) is a knock off of Call Of Duty (COD), when he doesn't realize that the whole system of 'classes' in COD is taken directly from BF. Battlefield is currently second to none in the world of FPS. It by-far has the best graphics of any game PERIOD, the game looks amazing on Xbox 360, PS3 and PC. The controls are tight and fluent. BF's signature gametypes, Rush and Conquest, are sculpted to each map creating fluent movement from objective to objective. The extra dimensions of custom role-specific classes and vehicle warfare will make you come back to this game time and time again. Camper behind a wall? BLOW UP THE WALL! BF has destructible cover that adds an element to the game that can only be found in BF. Every negative comment about this game are from people who just have no clue on what they're talking about (just look below) Do not be discouraged from buying the game based on what these COD fanboys tell you. BUY THIS GAME, IT ITS AWESOME!!!!!… Expand
  28. McCully243
    Aug 29, 2012
    10
    Ok i have given Dice sometime now it is time to review BF3. Ok i am not not going to be baised at all with this review like some of these people who gave this a 10 or a 1 i guess you can say the outliers. Now being a primarly multiplayer game i will first review the multiplayer first off. Ok the multiplayer isn't as good as BC2 first off. This is because the fact that not even half of theOk i have given Dice sometime now it is time to review BF3. Ok i am not not going to be baised at all with this review like some of these people who gave this a 10 or a 1 i guess you can say the outliers. Now being a primarly multiplayer game i will first review the multiplayer first off. Ok the multiplayer isn't as good as BC2 first off. This is because the fact that not even half of the enviornment is completely destructable and that it feels a like they added what i like to call pointless stuff. One of them is the attachments which sometimes i get really confused with. Some examples are bibods for carbines, that is stupid in a sense that carbine don't usaually don't have that much reacoil and that they don't have that much distance which is one of the perks of bibod to do. Another example for specifically carbines is the dlc guns have the zoom by 6 scope which is really pointless because they don't have power at the distance. Now because that you don't have to choose those attachments its not going to bring down the multiplayer score that much. One thing that really brougt it down for me was the destruction. This is not only because it was a huge part of BC2 that i loved and kept the replayability but the tactics. Now its really wierd distruction in BF3 the things you can destroy are mostly pointless like in Grand Bazaar you can blow a hole in the wall down the long hall to the second checkpoints. I find that stupid because nobody is going to be behind that wall before you blow it up. But then you can't fully destrory the building where there could multiple enemies. Now i am not only talking about this map in particular but most maps in BF3 are that way. Now the leveling system too is not as good as BC2 it doesn't feel like i choose a class because of helping the team but to get that next cononel service star for that class and i think they should of made the levels longer until you reach cononel this is because reaching cononel should feel like you worked really hard to get there but not that feeling because everyone else is a cononel now you have this unlock limbo where the game expects you to do that agian 100 times to reach max level with no unlocks. i think thats why they should of worked on this a little make it feel special that you got to that level. Now because of these two main reasons, i will give the multiplayer a 7/10. It was fun and some maps were good but it just didn't live up to the hype of what it was suppose to be. Now we get into the campaign, and it is really bad. I think of a campaign like a story and a gameplay style close to multiplayer. Sadly BF3 does not deliever on either of these. First off the characters and character developement are terrible, honestly i would care if my guy at the end got his head blown off by the terrorist trying to bomb the metro. This same goes for the other characters, i honestly didn't care that two guys were killed when i was invading the mansion or when dimitris friend was impaled by a pole. The reason why i didn't care is because of that nobody felt like they had a personality they all felt like 2D characters in a Michael Bay movie. Then the oddest thing from a multiplayer game open world to have a very linear Single player to the point of where if you walk a couple of feet away you get a mission fail. Though even with these faults single player fighting can be fun with the chance of being melee killed make for some suspense and the graphics look better then multiplayers. Overall though the single player is a 3/10. Now what dice prides itself is the graphics and sound. Sound is really cool now i haven't shot these caliber of guns before but i do know that even in BC2 they recorded the gun sounds with real guns with real ammo, obviously though down a range but still really good effort in sound. Sound is without a doubt a 10/10. And the graphics are good at times. Its sometimes low resolution at distance. But with weather effects and lighting it can be really good. So overall graphics is a 8/10. Not the best but definatly above average. Now the content is ok but it isn't as good as amount of CoD did especially when it comes to Co-op. This is why i was holding off a real review at first because i thought that Co-op would get a few maps from DLC. But alas that hasn't happened yet and its been out for 8 months. Now the multiplayer content is good you get tons of attachments though some of them are pointless you get a good amount. Also the amount of maps and guns themselfs will increase over time. But then it comes to story and this is where it falls. Overall though not a bad game just a game that was obviously a test for Frostbite 2. And it needs alot of work to be as good as BC2 was Overall this game recieves a 28/40 or a 7/10.… Expand
  29. xZOMBx
    Jan 10, 2012
    10
    The game is amazing: Graphics: 9.5 Sound:10 Campaign: 8 (short, beat in about 4.5-5 hours) Multiplayer: 10 Replay Value: 6(campaign) 10(multiplayer, never gets old). If you ever wanted an FPS war game that made you feel like you were truly an infantryman on the frontline or a tank driver/gunner that was part of a well established frontline push for one side or the other than this game isThe game is amazing: Graphics: 9.5 Sound:10 Campaign: 8 (short, beat in about 4.5-5 hours) Multiplayer: 10 Replay Value: 6(campaign) 10(multiplayer, never gets old). If you ever wanted an FPS war game that made you feel like you were truly an infantryman on the frontline or a tank driver/gunner that was part of a well established frontline push for one side or the other than this game is for you. The multiplayer is, of course, the main point of this game and Dice definitely did not disappoint on this aspect. The sounds of everything from the guns to the crashing of helicopters and jets feels very much alive and real (try playing with turtle beaches or similar headphones to get an even better sound experience). The game literally makes you feel as though you are a part of a well oiled war machine pushing through and trying to capture the next strategic strongpoint for the greater good of your armyIf you don't like this game than your probably a CoD fanboy that lives in your parents basement. I am currently studying game design and therefore have taken a new approach to playing and reviewing games. That being said you must take into account the fact that the Xbox version is a converted version from the PC. This game series was not meant for the consoles and so there will be flaws here and there that mods will not be able to fix. Appreciate the game for what it is and enjoy it to the fullest. This game should not be a miss and if you are a hardcore gamer than you will most definitely pick this game up and add it to your collection of games you will never take back.… Expand
  30. sjbn002
    Jan 13, 2012
    10
    The best game!! The multiplayer is awesome, hours and hours of fun! I used to be a Modern Warfare Fan, this over with Battlefield 3. Good Work DICE
    Graphics: 10 Fun: 10 Destruction: 10
  31. NaCI
    Feb 2, 2012
    10
    People who give this bad are cod fanboys. This game has no multiplayer bugs, i haven't gotten far in campaign but I don't do that anyway. This is mostly a MP game. Recoils are exactly like real life where cod has no recoils on guns. Huge maps, awesome. You can fly around in jets, tanks, helis, jeeps and some more vehicles. Definetly a much better game then gay cod.
  32. Corey123
    Feb 8, 2012
    10
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  33. kiercarterlfc
    Mar 19, 2012
    10
    One of the first FPS'S I have played that is good and said it is good ( except Bad Co 2 ) campaign is a little hard and annoying at times but the multiplayer is far to good, Tanks, Planes, Trucks everything you need to keep you going
  34. 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
  35. BoneThrone
    May 15, 2012
    10
    Very poop game. Controls feel awkard and stiff for a console game. While the graphics are good, the "destruction" is nowhere to be seen. The engine seems to have taken a step back since battlefield bad company 2. Pro Tip: buy this on PC or don't buy it at all
  36. Aphliction
    May 25, 2012
    10
    This difference between this game and bf2 is astonishing. Single player is bland as with most shooters but the multiplayer shines. Such a great game full of innovation not just the same grenade spamming twitch fest. Call of duty needs to learn a lesson and change up they're stale formula if they wanna compete.
  37. ahopetoday1
    Jul 5, 2012
    10
    I have bought every cod game since cod4 and they have all been hit or miss for me. MW3 was a big let down for me and I sold it on craigslist in a few days not knowing what to replace it with. Luckily, a lot of coworkers were playing BF3. I picked it up, unsure if I would like it due to the fact that I like fast-paced gameplay. Honestly, its what I had hoped mw3 would have been. TheI have bought every cod game since cod4 and they have all been hit or miss for me. MW3 was a big let down for me and I sold it on craigslist in a few days not knowing what to replace it with. Luckily, a lot of coworkers were playing BF3. I picked it up, unsure if I would like it due to the fact that I like fast-paced gameplay. Honestly, its what I had hoped mw3 would have been. The class creation system is simple--which is one of the biggest problems with cod for me--- no piles of killstreaks to chose between and stacks of perks to overcomplicate things. Honestly, the fact that I can go through a game and not get killed by some bs killstreak is reason enough to try this game. In short, this game has completely overshadowed cod for me. Unless if black ops 2 really blows the competition out of the water, I probably wont even try that series for awhile. BF3 is just more entertaining to me. If I want fast-paced combat, I can hop into tdm which is very similar to cod; or if I want some substance to my game I can play rush or conquest for some nice vehicle variety.… Expand
  38. Sofd
    Jul 8, 2012
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What can I say that hasn't already been said about Battlefield this wonderful game sure its populated online by hacker and booster but challenger to Modern Warfare?
    Sorry I don't think so, Modern Warfare step down, Battlefield 3 is where the real challenge lies and what with the Back to Karkland, Close Quarters and Armoured Kill packs promising more action, newer planes, maps, tanks and guns then you have seriously got to think that Modern Warfare's dominance is at an end or at lease waning.    … Expand
  39. zombieXgun
    Aug 1, 2012
    10
    This game is honestly one of the games I've ever played. I used to be a call of duty noob, but this game is way better! The graphics are amazing, the gameplay in the campaign is spectacular, and the online/multiplayer is really fun and enjoyable. Although you have to pay for an online pass if you didn't already have one, that is only one of the minor things that upset me a little about theThis game is honestly one of the games I've ever played. I used to be a call of duty noob, but this game is way better! The graphics are amazing, the gameplay in the campaign is spectacular, and the online/multiplayer is really fun and enjoyable. Although you have to pay for an online pass if you didn't already have one, that is only one of the minor things that upset me a little about the game. But in the end, I give the game a 10/10… Expand
  40. khanivore
    Sep 7, 2012
    10
    This game is an awesome tactical game. If you like to run around like a nut blasting things then this game is not for you. If you like working with a squad(using voice chat), plan your kit/gadgets/squad specialties correctly the game is amazing. the graphics are not awesome but they are good. The game is just very fun if you like tactics, if not then I would stick to call of duty etc. ItThis game is an awesome tactical game. If you like to run around like a nut blasting things then this game is not for you. If you like working with a squad(using voice chat), plan your kit/gadgets/squad specialties correctly the game is amazing. the graphics are not awesome but they are good. The game is just very fun if you like tactics, if not then I would stick to call of duty etc. It takes awhile to unlock all the goodies for each kit and weapon so I would focus on one or two kits to start and also the fastest way to level the weapons up is to do team death match to unlock your weapons then get into the better modes like conquest/domination/gun master/squad domination/rush/squad rush. The game is good but I would say it is more for grown ups or kids who have the patience to play team style in a FPS… Expand
  41. Outlaw2theEnd
    Sep 14, 2012
    10
    I just first start off by saying that everyone is in-titled to his or her own opinion so this is my opinion of Battlefield 3.

    Okay yes the game does have it's flaws in the eyes of the people who play Modern Warfare 3 and Call of Duty: Black Ops. Yes the game is not anything like those games and that's what EA was going for, "A more realistic game-play." I love this game and ever since    I just first start off by saying that everyone is in-titled to his or her own opinion so this is my opinion of Battlefield 3.

    Okay yes the game does have it's flaws in the eyes of the people who play Modern Warfare 3 and Call of Duty: Black Ops. Yes the game is not anything like those games and that's what EA was going for, "A more realistic game-play." I love this game and ever since Battlefield Bad Company 2 came out I have not been able to put my controller down. This game offers so much and also brings so much to the table such as things like. More realistic sniper shooting, better weapons, drive-able vehicles, flying jets, and all the new gadgets. This game is by far the best war game I have played hands down. Now yes there are some things that could need improving such as when your playing normal mode it seems to me that it takes half a magazine to take down an enemy and a full of pistol ammo. I think if they could fix it and make it a little more reasonable then I might play normal mode more often. So this concludes my review of Battlefield 3, I recommend to anyone looking for a more realistic game-play and something that is really intense to go pick this game up when you get the chance you won't be disappointed.    … Expand
  42. UberNoob
    Oct 6, 2012
    10
    Easily the best multiplayer game I have ever played. as to those people saying bad things about framerate and bugs, It's not DICE's fault. EA made them release the game months before it was ready and since then most things have been patched. Best game to play with friends also, the shenanigans can be even greater than with gta4 or red dead. Awesome game apart from the single player butEasily the best multiplayer game I have ever played. as to those people saying bad things about framerate and bugs, It's not DICE's fault. EA made them release the game months before it was ready and since then most things have been patched. Best game to play with friends also, the shenanigans can be even greater than with gta4 or red dead. Awesome game apart from the single player but whose really there for that anyway?… Expand
  43. EDJET787
    Oct 10, 2012
    10
    Battlefield 3 is undoubtedly the best and most realistic shooter I've ever played. If your an fps and war simulator fan, there is no reason to not get this. Lets start with the positives, the multiplayer is some of the most intense and realistic I've seen all thanks to Dice's new Frostbite 2 engine. Vehicles are back and better than ever, with a large variety of ground and aerial vehicles.Battlefield 3 is undoubtedly the best and most realistic shooter I've ever played. If your an fps and war simulator fan, there is no reason to not get this. Lets start with the positives, the multiplayer is some of the most intense and realistic I've seen all thanks to Dice's new Frostbite 2 engine. Vehicles are back and better than ever, with a large variety of ground and aerial vehicles. Battlefield 3 also has some new maps and has added even more with dlc. While some of the maps are slower paced especially on the console versions, it's smooth and balanced gameplay definitely makes up for it. Now the negatives, I don't have many gripes with the game except with the campaign. To be honest the campaign in my opinion is mediocre and unoriginal. While it does have some interesting missions the story itself just has you not caring in the end, still it's definitely worth a look because of it's realism. Overall Battlefield 3 gets a perfect 10/10 score just because of it's multiplayer, but if I could I would give it a 9.5 for not being a complete package due to lack of an interesting campaign.… Expand
  44. CallMeDennis
    Nov 24, 2012
    10
    in many FPS game i played so far. i think this is the best FPS game i've been played. i mean the graphics is so good and the gameplay camera is very smooth
  45. vintagegamer16
    Apr 19, 2013
    10
    This game is simply amazing. Me being a battlefield veteran i have full respect for the game. I also own the true pc version as well. Now of course there are many differences between the xbox version and the full pc version. The main though being the consoles limited power, limiting the player compacity to 24 players, while the pc can withstand even a full 64 player war! xbox version alsoThis game is simply amazing. Me being a battlefield veteran i have full respect for the game. I also own the true pc version as well. Now of course there are many differences between the xbox version and the full pc version. The main though being the consoles limited power, limiting the player compacity to 24 players, while the pc can withstand even a full 64 player war! xbox version also stricly limited in other features. But that aside, the xbox version is simply amazing when it comes down to it all!… Expand
  46. roh214
    May 6, 2014
    10
    BattleField 3
    Hi !and I am going to tell you my review for battlefield 3 and why you should get the game. I am going to give you 3 good reasons why you should get battlefield 3 and why it is a really good game.
    Battlefield 3 has really good graphics. It was voted second place for graphics in 2012, first was Halo 4. Some people play games for the graphics ,so those type of people would    BattleField 3
    Hi !and I am going to tell you my review for battlefield 3 and why you should get the game. I am going to give you 3 good reasons why you should get battlefield 3 and why it is a really good game.

    Battlefield 3 has really good graphics. It was voted second place for graphics in 2012, first was Halo 4. Some people play games for the graphics ,so those type of people would love this game. The graphics in the game look really realistic and 3d. You should look for a person running in this game because it looks real.

    Battlefield 3 campaign mode mode is epic. The campaign for battlefield 3 is really interesting, intense, and awesome. It is interesting because it has really good stories and sometimes it has detective missions so it makes it more interesting. It is intense because in the last mission you have to kill a man before he nukes New York. It is awesome because the campaign is long and not really short.

    If you are bored playing missions and want to play with real people luckily Battlefield 3 has some cool xbox live features. I like the xbox live features because you could play with your friends or random people and you get to drive anything you want in this mode. One more reason why I like the xbox live features is because you can also kill your friends.
    In conclusion you should get Battlefield 3 because it has a good campaign, good graphics, and awesome xbox live features. That is why you should get Battlefield 3.    … Expand
  47. Meth-Weasel
    Mar 11, 2019
    10
    Used to play some multiplayer games from time to time, then this came out. Campaign is meh, but the multiplayer is one of the best i've played.
  48. 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.
  49. gamer_bunny
    Apr 18, 2021
    10
    Back in the time when DICE and EA made good games with great gameplays and stories. In the current day they are woke companies with the mission of making everything politically correct and micro transactions. I miss old times.
  50. burjeffton
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    If you enjoy multiplayer gaming, Battlefield 3 is as good as it gets. Team based strategy, class based soldiers and massive vehicular battles make for a wonderful experience. The single player is mostly forgettable - but that's not the reason to buy this game

    This Battlefield, like others before it, takes patience to figure out and grow into. It's not the streamlined COD experience that    If you enjoy multiplayer gaming, Battlefield 3 is as good as it gets. Team based strategy, class based soldiers and massive vehicular battles make for a wonderful experience. The single player is mostly forgettable - but that's not the reason to buy this game

    This Battlefield, like others before it, takes patience to figure out and grow into. It's not the streamlined COD experience that rewards lone-wolf play, and as a result it takes a while to learn how to play the right way.

    Note: Upon launch I was disappointed with a little rubber banding and lag, but most every bug has been addressed and the game has been quite smooth.    … Expand
  51. FuntimeBen
    Nov 15, 2011
    9
    I have played MW2 and Black Ops and I do enjoy them - The pace of the action is fast quick and loose. What I am enjoying in BF3 is the teamwork. The classes really spice up the action and create game play which isn't a repetitive run around, kill these dudes, reload. There is a lot of strategy involved, especially on Conquest modes. The single player is, well, predictable and staid, butI have played MW2 and Black Ops and I do enjoy them - The pace of the action is fast quick and loose. What I am enjoying in BF3 is the teamwork. The classes really spice up the action and create game play which isn't a repetitive run around, kill these dudes, reload. There is a lot of strategy involved, especially on Conquest modes. The single player is, well, predictable and staid, but then again so is COD. I am really enjoying the action of BF3 and being able to support players is a hugely rewarding part of that.… Expand
  52. Hinin
    Nov 7, 2011
    9
    Great shooter, indeed. Even the singleplayer was good. Minor bugs and **** here and there, but easily the best console shooter ever. When dice kills the bugs and problems, the game will be 10/10. No **** of doody for me. ;) Not anymore, not ever.
  53. afxcollin
    Oct 25, 2011
    9
    Awsome game. Just as fun as any battlefield. Graphics are great for a 360 game and the multiplayer maps are large and in charge. A lot of people on here are haters giving this game a lower score than duke nukem. You got to question these folks giving this game a low score for they must be COD lovers. I love both COD and Battlefield and I highly suggest to anyone who is into militaryAwsome game. Just as fun as any battlefield. Graphics are great for a 360 game and the multiplayer maps are large and in charge. A lot of people on here are haters giving this game a lower score than duke nukem. You got to question these folks giving this game a low score for they must be COD lovers. I love both COD and Battlefield and I highly suggest to anyone who is into military shooters to give this title a sporting chance.… Expand
  54. pirodev
    Oct 31, 2011
    9
    Muiltiplayer is the reason to get this game. And then you need to play with your friends to get the best experiance out of the game, if you do that, it will be a blast to play. Once a few hiccups are ironed out with matchmaking the ride will be worth the wait.
  55. Sydek93jm
    Nov 20, 2011
    9
    This game is a masterpiece. It could have been perfect with a better campaign or additional game modes, and also the interfaces are a bit uncomfortable by the time to create your classes or choosing your weapons, but for the moment it's without any doubt my favourite game. And by the way I never had to complain about any Internet connection problem or issue with this game.
  56. jaketyler48
    Oct 25, 2011
    9
    First of let me say 1 of 2 things, if you going to grab this game and think you will be playing the MW series your wrong, dont bother getting it! This game is a totally differant beast! With that being said everything in the MP mode is team or squad based. (exeption deathmatch) If you dont play well with others then this game isn't for you. also the MP is where its at if your looking for aFirst of let me say 1 of 2 things, if you going to grab this game and think you will be playing the MW series your wrong, dont bother getting it! This game is a totally differant beast! With that being said everything in the MP mode is team or squad based. (exeption deathmatch) If you dont play well with others then this game isn't for you. also the MP is where its at if your looking for a single player game grab batman or skyrim in a few weeks!

    Ok got that out of the way now for what youve been waiting for. I have played battlefiled 1942, BF 2, BFBC, BFBC 2, all the way up to battlefield 3. Ive also played the cod series. with that being said I ve been waiting for this game for 6 yrs. and I have to say Im not disapointed! The graphics are great install the hd texure pack! The 360 version looks like the pc version on required specs. which isn't bad at all! The sound in 7.1 or 5.1 you can hear everything from the buildings falling apart, literaly you can hear peices of ruble falling off of buldings. Thats awesome, Bullets fling by you teammates chater.EA did a great job of the sound mixing. Now for the game play BF 3 does a great job of bringing something for every one so to speak. You have your conquest and rush game types which take place on huge maps. while big in size they also have tight spaces. ie ally ways and building hallways to cut through. which makes it great for stake outs. All the deathmatch modes come on smaller maps they are still good size just nothing compaired to the objective based game modes. Some maps are so big you have tanks, jets, and choppers, (oh my) sorry had to. Thre prestation is good. anyone farmiler with battlefield 2 you will notice quickly that its alot like it in the menus. You can see the servers you have played on, save your favorite servers and search for what ever game type your little heart desires. With all of this being said. 6 yrs waiting 2 BFBC's l8r. Which were ok and God only knows how many COD's which is starting to get stagnet. same stuff differant coat of paint each yr. Im rambling anyway if you play well with others and play in a squad thats where BF 3 pays of big. You and your friends will have a great time with this game if your a lone wolf stick with COD! See you on the battlefield!    … Expand
  57. adcoy
    Nov 6, 2011
    9
    This is a fantastic multiplayer game. I have way more fun with this then I have with Black Ops. I've played all of the COD games back to COD 2 and I love them. This is a different experience and well worth trying if you love multiplayer FPS games. Give it a shot. It is absolutely fantastic.
  58. Tommy758
    Oct 25, 2011
    9
    I'll just say this right away, I'm mainly a Call of Duty player and I never really got into the Battlefield franchise. But the first time I saw Battlefield 3 I was literally blown away. The game hasn't really met my expectations but it is still an amazing first-person shooter. Most shooters I would gravitate towards the single player first and then hop onto the multiplayer. ButI'll just say this right away, I'm mainly a Call of Duty player and I never really got into the Battlefield franchise. But the first time I saw Battlefield 3 I was literally blown away. The game hasn't really met my expectations but it is still an amazing first-person shooter. Most shooters I would gravitate towards the single player first and then hop onto the multiplayer. But Battlefield 3's single player is so bad that I would recommend not even playing it. Boring story, weak dialogue, bad voice acting and uninteresting moments. However, the multiplayer in this game is so good that it alone is worth picking the game up for it. It gets really hectic in the open fields, teamwork is really encouraged, there's tons of things to unlock and all of the classes are fun to play. I also like the co-op mode in this game. What sucks is that there's only 6 missions and they're over pretty quick. Overall, it isn't a innovative first-person shooter but it's probably one of the best this generation.… Expand
  59. Slate
    Apr 14, 2013
    9
    Other than the fact that it is watered down a bit for the console this is still one of the most exciting multiplayer games to play on 360. BF3 has lush environments and sound and great maps to do realistic battle in, I personally think they did a great job on the console version considering. One thing I have always loved about Battlefield is it stands very far apart from Call of Duty,Other than the fact that it is watered down a bit for the console this is still one of the most exciting multiplayer games to play on 360. BF3 has lush environments and sound and great maps to do realistic battle in, I personally think they did a great job on the console version considering. One thing I have always loved about Battlefield is it stands very far apart from Call of Duty, the guns are by far more realistic acting in the game. COD to me is a cage match of pissed off players literally sprinting around pumping as much lead as possible at one another, but its fun..its entertaining I get it. The thing I absolutely adore about battlefield is the fact you have to play it with a mindset of I can die at any second from any direction. But you can't just run and gun for the most part in battlefield, you have to use your senses, your brain, out smart your opponent. Its not a competition to see who can spray the most lead in hopes of getting the kill, your success falls on your accuracy, your choices of what to do & where to go under heat, and playing resourcefully. Its not just a point your reticule on your opponent and shoot, the bullet trajectory and range is very impressive in this game. Although the maps are smaller and the number of players smaller as well in the console version, which i can understand considering the hardware most computers have today compared to the 360. The game gives you lots of options for server functions and filters to find exactly the type of game you are seeking. The only issue i have ever had with BF and this falls in with many games out there...i wish there was a little piece of software in the game that could safely spawn you into the game without being tossed in between a fire fight or in front of an enemy player. I don't know how many times I have spawned into a bullet.. … Expand
  60. Gazmando
    Oct 29, 2011
    9
    First im not an avid BF fan. I played BF:BC2 for about 10 minutes in total. Ignore most of the 10/10 posts, they are probably DICE/BF Dev's trying to boost the score. But i wanted to stick up for BF3, this is a VERY good game. Graphics, think of Crysis 2, only I would give BF3 the edge due too the amount of things the graphics do, you will see tree's moving with the wind, blown over byFirst im not an avid BF fan. I played BF:BC2 for about 10 minutes in total. Ignore most of the 10/10 posts, they are probably DICE/BF Dev's trying to boost the score. But i wanted to stick up for BF3, this is a VERY good game. Graphics, think of Crysis 2, only I would give BF3 the edge due too the amount of things the graphics do, you will see tree's moving with the wind, blown over by explosions, and buildings crumbling. This game only suffers due to the hype it had, I was expecting a game that pushed consoles beyond what we had seen before. Obviously they didnt deliver on that, but they did deliver a game I believe pushed it to its limits. If your an avid COD player you probably wont like this as much as COD. Is it better than COD, that depends on the player. But if you want a war game that most closely simulates real war, I dont think you will find a game that comes closer to it on the current consoles. Multiplayer wise I would say it falls between COD games and previous BF games, so it offers something to both. Myself I loved COD, and my brother loves BF games. On this games the smaller maps I love he hates and the big ones, vice versa. I havent played the campaign, but I didnt buy this game for the 1 player, I brought it for the multiplayer and so far, I have been loving it. As I said earlier, this games main downfall was the hype, if not for that I think it would have gotten alot higher scores and adulation than it is now. For hardcore COD players, wait for MW2, for everyone ones else who wants a great mulitplayer game, or the most realistic, give Battlefield 3 a try, you wont regret it. P.S. I rarely ever post here, but I felt Battlefield needed a neutral opinion to stake its claim… Expand
  61. 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
  62. Dionicios
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
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  63. Kdall
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    This game is great, there is a lot of depth and strategy in the multiplayer aspect, and there are so many ways to play the game from a teamwork standpoint. Sure the Singleplayer is boring but lets face it, Battlefield has been and always will be an epic multiplayer franchise. I have played every COD game since COD4, and every BF game since BF2, and I definitely see the fanboyism betweenThis game is great, there is a lot of depth and strategy in the multiplayer aspect, and there are so many ways to play the game from a teamwork standpoint. Sure the Singleplayer is boring but lets face it, Battlefield has been and always will be an epic multiplayer franchise. I have played every COD game since COD4, and every BF game since BF2, and I definitely see the fanboyism between both games, but in all honesty if you are looking for something to keep you entertained and busy for the long haul, Battlefield is definitely where its at.… Expand
  64. M4TR1X
    Jan 3, 2012
    9
    Originally I would rate this game a 9.5 for just pure funess but the campaign brought the score down. campaign was just ok, nothing special really just a showing off of the graphics. multiplayer on the other hand is a huge blast! I would invite my friends to the game and have enormous emounts of fun with vehicles, c4, etc. Since the game was released many patches fixed glitches andOriginally I would rate this game a 9.5 for just pure funess but the campaign brought the score down. campaign was just ok, nothing special really just a showing off of the graphics. multiplayer on the other hand is a huge blast! I would invite my friends to the game and have enormous emounts of fun with vehicles, c4, etc. Since the game was released many patches fixed glitches and balanced out some weapons that were pretty annoying/OP. Graphics on PC will obviously be better unless you have a crappy comp but on console theyre still pretty good. This is the first Battfield game is have ever played and I am very impressed considering I come from a halo/cod gaming Backround. DICE is continuing to fix bugs and make the servers better and I have seen the improvements. There really isnt much to say but I do rate games on how fun they are, wether they made me laugh, enjoy myself with gameplay/story/dialogue or screwing around. IMO CoD has onlu beat this game in terms of sales. I would like to see more improvement on this game with servers and glitches. (a lot of ppl are complaining about the squads joining issues and to do that just go to server browser, it's easier for your friends to join you. Also don't get this game without Xbox live, it isn't worth it just for campaign ) I forgot to mention the co op campaign. It is related the to the single player campaign but from different soldiers PoV. While some the missions are a bit boring and cliche, I had fun playing it over and over with my friends. Also no split screening for co op and MP so there is that.… Expand
  65. murphy330
    Oct 31, 2011
    9
    Battlefield 3 is first and foremost a Battlefield game. If you someone calls this game a Modern Warfare ripoff, that is a very incorrect statement. Firstly Battlefield 2 (online FPS set in a modern time with modern weaponry) came out 2 whole years before Call of Duty 4. Second the two franchises play entirely different, especially with BF3's Frostbite 2.0 engine. The new engine truly isBattlefield 3 is first and foremost a Battlefield game. If you someone calls this game a Modern Warfare ripoff, that is a very incorrect statement. Firstly Battlefield 2 (online FPS set in a modern time with modern weaponry) came out 2 whole years before Call of Duty 4. Second the two franchises play entirely different, especially with BF3's Frostbite 2.0 engine. The new engine truly is a game changer. The single player campaign is really the weakest part of the game. With every progression in the plot you see more and more cliched elements, these elements are done relatively well but have been done before so often the entire single player feels borrowed. The story is passable but very unremarkable with terrorists threatening to start World War 3 (sound familiar Call of Duty fans?).

    The real reason to play Battlefield 3 is the Multiplayer. It is very unique in how it plays with its structure and feel. Certain aspects still feel very "Battlefield" like the weapons and the vehicles still a joy to use, and the conquest mode is back once again and is untouched in it's implementation. Another returning mode is "Rush" and was the most fun I've had in a shooter when I first played in in Bad Company 2 and is even better now with the Frostbite 2.0 engine. The maps are very well done and although they are smaller on the console versions being confined to a smaller area with guardians that kill you when you stray outside the designated area (that doesn't keep you from trying sometimes to make a run through these "out of area" routes that can sometimes give you a great vantage point for playing sniper or simply flanking an enemy or vehicle that's been mowing your comrades down.) There is also the use of parachutes in Battlefield 3, a subtle feature that can and often does create some exciting situations, be it bailing out of a disabled aircraft, the recon class can drop radio spawn points that allow your squad mates to parachute into an area deep in enemy territory, or my personal favorite... BASE JUMPING. There are instances in Rush mode where as attackers you destroy the M-Comm stations and the defenders fall back to the next level, that next level is at the bottom of a cliff and as attackers your new spawn point is at the top of this cliff, pure genius and so fun to parachute down laying fire down or spot enemies and pickup some easy spot bonuses as you sail to Terra Firma. This all is great and if I could split this review into two I would give the single player a 7 and the multiplayer an emphatic 10. Now there have been reported problems with both the single and multiplayer but I have yet to encounter any real problems. Occasional high ping here and there can cause your to jump around on the map for a second I've found (running a constant ping on my network monitoring software revealed the lags were coinciding with a single high ping but not with every high ping) but this happens so little that it's barely worth mentioning. The ability to browse servers is another welcome addition and one you don't see on console online play often, but you can find a match very quickly and easily using the quick match option, especially if you're alone, most the time it takes less than 3 seconds to hit a server and start loading the map. All in all there's very little wrong with the multiplayer while it does so many things exceptionally well. If you have the money and can't decide which FPS franchise to buy this year, by all means you should buy both, and if you are limited on funds and have to pick save up a few bucks and give this one a rent before you blindly go out and sink your $60 bucks on CoD. This game may not appeal to all types but those that it does will have an experience unlike any other in the Online FPS genre in this current generation.    … Expand
  66. MrMassakka
    Apr 3, 2013
    9
    I classify Battlefield 3 as a success and I would even go as far as saying it's my favorite multiplayer game.
    The streaming tech they used for textures really worked out well and the game looks and sounds fantastic, the best what the Xbox has to offer so far.
    The singleplayer is pretty forgettable. Not good, not bad, but enjoyable. I never expected too much from it anyway, many    I classify Battlefield 3 as a success and I would even go as far as saying it's my favorite multiplayer game.
    The streaming tech they used for textures really worked out well and the game looks and sounds fantastic, the best what the Xbox has to offer so far.
    The singleplayer is pretty forgettable. Not good, not bad, but enjoyable. I never expected too much from it anyway, many Battlefield fans will agree here. Multiplayer is where it's at and that has hit the nail on the head, even with "just" 24 players on a map. It's fun in all points that made the Battlefield-franchise popular.

    Anyone who had fun with previous Battlefield games will find a worthy sequel that improved everything that was needed to be improved.    … Expand
  67. DamianJP
    Oct 25, 2011
    9
    So to start, I see most people have no idea on how to review a game. Seems that most lack the judgement or education to write an honest review, without first comparing it to something else. Battlefield is Battlefield. It is not MW2 version EA style 2.0. Its a game that must be approached without any prior recognition of the great MW series. Block it out.... don't even think about. Write aSo to start, I see most people have no idea on how to review a game. Seems that most lack the judgement or education to write an honest review, without first comparing it to something else. Battlefield is Battlefield. It is not MW2 version EA style 2.0. Its a game that must be approached without any prior recognition of the great MW series. Block it out.... don't even think about. Write a review based on how this game entertains you, not how another one entertained you better in the past.
    Review time.
    In order of what you first experience.
    Visuals: 8, the game does a very good job of showing of the full potential of the xbox360. However in saying that, you can already see signs where the developers had to substitute detail in one area to maximise it in another. Eg: some areas show signs of complete unity of light, shadow and texture, while others skimp out on the above to maximise the frame-rate in high action areas. If you have a HDD, you can install the texture pack which boosts the depth of textures while adding new ones.
    Sound: 10, Brilliant Sound, all authentic and the explosions sound insane. If you have a quality surround sound system the game shines.
    Gameplay: 7 Ok...here's the tricky part...and il let you guys see it for yourself when you pick up the game. But the game does suffer from some akward game-play moments. Firstly maximising the graphical potential of the game has influenced the framerate. At times the game does feel slow, in others its ok. The single player story, does play well, but is rather short. However the shortness does leave you with a few memorable scenes. Online: 10, the game shines. There is no other title out there that offers such a large expanse to battle against your friends with. The huge amount of vehicles, and the experience of fighting in a true battlefield is everlasting. The sound of jets above you going nuts in dogfights, the sound of tanks in a battle in a field next to you, it all feels like your really in a game where your little self can make a huge influence. Now if only EA fixed there servers............    … Expand
  68. ZomB
    Oct 28, 2011
    9
    Do yourself a favour & ignore metacritc. THE best multiplayer FPS to date that you can get for your xbox. Its that simple. This is proper warfare & it aint for the kiddies! ;)
  69. Bosniak
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    My favorite game in the battlefield series is bc2. The game had hilarious characters, a great physics system, and movie-like pacing. The multiplayer had a great sense of teamwork, like all battlefield games, and the controls were greatly improved from DICEs last game. When I went into Battlefield 3, I expected an advancement of the last bad company game, but bf3 is an entirely differentMy favorite game in the battlefield series is bc2. The game had hilarious characters, a great physics system, and movie-like pacing. The multiplayer had a great sense of teamwork, like all battlefield games, and the controls were greatly improved from DICEs last game. When I went into Battlefield 3, I expected an advancement of the last bad company game, but bf3 is an entirely different game, combining elements of all the previous battlefield games. The campaign may need polish, but it does a good job of showing off the engines dynamic lighting and cosmetic damage. The multiplayer is a great experience and free dlc with the limited addition doesn't hurt either. The co-op lacks depth, but its still a fun playthrough with a friend and overall the game is worth its price. I know some people might not have had their desires filled by the hype of this game, but for battlefield fans in general, it is a great title and a great successor to the franchise.… Expand
  70. OLHOVIK
    Jan 6, 2012
    9
    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
  71. ZigRuM
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    In general, satisfied. Shoot is interesting, the atmosphere of war, the high complexity. There are certainly drawbacks, such as not very good Artificial Intelligence of the enemy who shoots almost through the wall and why it does not see my buddies and shoots only for me, the technical flaws, in some facilities, lockers, evacuation helicopter, it was possible to go through as well behavedIn general, satisfied. Shoot is interesting, the atmosphere of war, the high complexity. There are certainly drawbacks, such as not very good Artificial Intelligence of the enemy who shoots almost through the wall and why it does not see my buddies and shoots only for me, the technical flaws, in some facilities, lockers, evacuation helicopter, it was possible to go through as well behaved strangely model NPC, they happened just stood on the spot in the shape of T, and neither of which did not make the game sometimes slow. For what else can you put a minus, because it's too little travel on the technique, the tank was given to manage quite a bit. Companions do not differ mind, hardly anyone did not kill. Still can not mention or intelligible rather strange ending. Multiplayer in the game as always on top, after the BC 2 play on large maps is a pleasure.… Expand
  72. GatorZero
    Mar 17, 2012
    9
    I have never played a Battlefield game before in this series and this game just blew me away. Very good game to play. Versus Modern Warfare 3 it has a much better multiplayer part if you like flying helicopters, jets, and using tanks, and having a much more real experience, in my opinion. But the campaign for MW3 is what I would prefer. The co-op is like playing single campaign missionsI have never played a Battlefield game before in this series and this game just blew me away. Very good game to play. Versus Modern Warfare 3 it has a much better multiplayer part if you like flying helicopters, jets, and using tanks, and having a much more real experience, in my opinion. But the campaign for MW3 is what I would prefer. The co-op is like playing single campaign missions with a partner, and its good, but Spec Ops are better in MW3.… Expand
  73. dimon94xx
    Oct 26, 2011
    9
    I just love this game, sure the campaign has lots of cliche moments, and the whole campaign is full of racism and nationalism, but hey, every battlefield, call of duty and some other FPS had these types of campaigns, and if you were thinking about buying this game for campaign, you would probably be a retarded person, however, Battlefield 3 shines on its stongest part - multiplayer, i'veI just love this game, sure the campaign has lots of cliche moments, and the whole campaign is full of racism and nationalism, but hey, every battlefield, call of duty and some other FPS had these types of campaigns, and if you were thinking about buying this game for campaign, you would probably be a retarded person, however, Battlefield 3 shines on its stongest part - multiplayer, i've failede to find a glitch in the multiplayer for around 5 hours, even after finding one i had so many great moments, that i would even count it as such a bad thing. The replayablity in infinite, i loved this game over any other Battlefield game i have ever played. Not everything went smoothly of course, it wouldnt be a Battlefield game without server crashing at the first day, but now everything is fine. I will be playing it for a few months after the very last DLC for this game, and i can't believe how many people rated this game lover than 7, as this game has flawless multiplayer, somewhat laggy co-op, and forgettable campaign, when to it comes to final score multiplayer takes 90% of the whole game, that's why it's 9/10… Expand
  74. Ygendron
    Oct 25, 2011
    9
    I'm a die hard fan of cod serie..i take a chance whit this game and i am not dissapointed. The multi player is great and i gonna spend a lot of time on it. Probly the best multi player game of the year!!!
  75. Ex_Parte
    Oct 26, 2011
    9
    A GOOD MULTIPLAYER SHOOTER FOR REGULAR NON-"GAMERS". Not all of us are "gamers" (i'm an attorney in my late-20's). Those of us who play video games as light recreation and not "online careers" (e.g. rank, etc.) look at all the hype and wonder which games are critical/fan darlings and which are actually just fun. Well, Battlefield 3 for Xbox360 IS for us. It's like pick-up ball that's justA GOOD MULTIPLAYER SHOOTER FOR REGULAR NON-"GAMERS". Not all of us are "gamers" (i'm an attorney in my late-20's). Those of us who play video games as light recreation and not "online careers" (e.g. rank, etc.) look at all the hype and wonder which games are critical/fan darlings and which are actually just fun. Well, Battlefield 3 for Xbox360 IS for us. It's like pick-up ball that's just competitive enough without being too serious for itself.
    As a consumer of average video game consumption, i've shopped through the most oft-recommended/advertised multiplayer shooter series on Xbox360: Gears of War, Halo, and Call of Duty. All were fun, but with major drawbacks. Gears had mech-like sluggish characters. Halo was like one long frenetic ninja duel. And Call of Duty had poor graphics and an unbearable amount of eerily over-committed...students of the game. Battlefield 3 hits the sweet spot: just realistic enough that your actions actually have an impact despite lacking some gaming trick, yet maintaining a good pace throughout. Most importantly, Battlefield 3's multiplayer makes, well, playing with multiple players fun. There's always someone to work in teams with. Your actions make a meaningful contribution to the team even if you're not individually a skilled killer. Other players are encouraging and, if you feel disheartened from dying many times, there is always someone on your team to deploy next to and follow their lead. There are fewer trash-talking cowards hiding behind their screen names here because--i'm guessing--they generally don't have the patience for a team effort. Personally, i believe you will enjoy this game: actually "enjoy", not just "appreciate". That is the best praise i have for a video game, and the only merit a video game truly earns to begin with.
    NOTE: I have only played the online mutiplayer, so i can only speak in that regard.    … Expand
  76. TurboMonkey
    Oct 31, 2011
    9
    Ok its not the pc version, ok 1 player is a by the numbers campaign and co-op is a spec ops me too, but seriously the scale and quality of multiplayer put this top of my extensive pile of shooters. I've spent most of the day playing and had only 1 server blip, and so many moments that just make you smile. Props for squeezing this onto xbox. If you've got a pair and like multiplayer, come get some.
  77. HeadShotcafe
    Oct 25, 2011
    9
    Why are user's rating this so low and the critics so high? I believe it's because all the users have set extremely high expectations for this game and when you set the bar so high it's next to impossible for a developer to meet the users expectations. That being said I absolutely love this game, It's by far the best entry in the entire series. The single player campaign is linear but stillWhy are user's rating this so low and the critics so high? I believe it's because all the users have set extremely high expectations for this game and when you set the bar so high it's next to impossible for a developer to meet the users expectations. That being said I absolutely love this game, It's by far the best entry in the entire series. The single player campaign is linear but still a hell of a lot of fun there are a few repetitive things in the campaign but they are honestly easy to get around. The multiplayer is where it is at you will spend countless hours leveling up and always trying to get that next out of reach upgrade. I didn't think I would say it but Call of duty's reign on the fps genre will soon fall and there will be a new fps king. one more thing if you have a surround sound system play this game with the volume way up it is amazing how good the sound quality is and how thunderous the explosions are!… Expand
  78. silentshade
    Oct 30, 2011
    9
    This game is Phenomenal with the best multiplayer on the market. It is a major improvement on Bad company 2 and will keep me playing for years. The visuals are stunning and you can't help stopping in a middle of a gunfight to stare at the scenery. The gameplay is top notch and feels fresh compared to other shooters, with the destruction and variety of vehicles there will always beThis game is Phenomenal with the best multiplayer on the market. It is a major improvement on Bad company 2 and will keep me playing for years. The visuals are stunning and you can't help stopping in a middle of a gunfight to stare at the scenery. The gameplay is top notch and feels fresh compared to other shooters, with the destruction and variety of vehicles there will always be something new happening. Not to mention the ton of unlocks which WILL keep you playing for months trying to unlock everyone. Battlefield 3 has the best audio ever in a game and will scare you multiple time when a rocket whizzes past your head or a wall is blown up while you next to it, the sound will never get old and will keep you focused. The Multiplayer is obviously where Battlefield 3 game time is spent and DICE have made sure the time is a LONG time with 9 maps and 5 playable modes there is a map and a mode for you. Conquest being the classic and favourite it sure is the most hectic with jets and helicopters flying by which will be taken out within minutes by a stinger, T90-A's and Humvee's rolling down the hill which will be taken out by a javelin. No vehicle is overpowered and there is always a way to succeed. That is what Battlefield as a series is about, CHOICE. There is always another way to do something, for example if you come across a M1 Abram you could run hoping it won't pummel you with it's weaponry or you could take it out with an RPG-7 or you could take it out with an AT-mine or you could take it out with a Javelin. That is only a few ways for just that situation, there is never just one way and every way will be your little Battlefield moment. The Singleplayer in my opinion is very good and is the best war game story but because it is not the reason to buy Battlefield 3 I won't go into it much but say there are some pretty epic moments. On to the bad part there are a few glitches but they are minor to the ones in the beta, which most are gone. There are a few server issues at the moment though they will most likely be sorted out soon. This is definitely the game to get this year, it will certainly keep you glued to your T.V. for quite a while. Make sure to have some tissues on standby.… Expand
  79. Peaches_for_Me
    Oct 26, 2011
    9
    I'll admit, the connection issues are a real problem and are extremely annoying. Unfortunately, this happens initially every time a Battlefield game comes out. EA always irons out the server issues within about a week but by now they really should know better. Server issues aside, those of you rating this game very low need to give it another chance. Sure, the single player isn't terriblyI'll admit, the connection issues are a real problem and are extremely annoying. Unfortunately, this happens initially every time a Battlefield game comes out. EA always irons out the server issues within about a week but by now they really should know better. Server issues aside, those of you rating this game very low need to give it another chance. Sure, the single player isn't terribly special but that's not why we play Battlefield in the first place. I've put many hours into CoD and it's a very different game and I'm tired of all these comparisons. Those of you saying it isn't as "smooth" are correct but this is only because MW is an arcade style shooter and battlefield is not. BC2 was my first battlefield game and initially I had the same complaints. Once you get used to playing BF3, you will truly appreciate it for the "Battlefield moments." There is nothing like sneaking up on a tank on foot and taking it out with C4 or your rocket launcher while it does its best to destroy the building you're lurking in. The tense moments when I thread a Hummer through enemy lines with full squad aboard and counting on me while the world explodes around us are fantastic. Strafing the enemy position in my A-10 and outmaneuvering enemy missile fire makes me want to shout with glee. Give it another shot guys and you won't be disappointed.… Expand
  80. The_Leather
    Oct 26, 2011
    9
    Ignore the low scores that you see below 4 or 5, these reviews are created by COD trolls that want to see Battlefield fail, or couldn't pull off one-hit 360 no-scope kills, or simply do not have the patience or to learn how to play (possibly due to an underdeveloped cerebral cortex). I will get this out of the way first: this game is NOT Call of Duty. You may somehow believe that it looksIgnore the low scores that you see below 4 or 5, these reviews are created by COD trolls that want to see Battlefield fail, or couldn't pull off one-hit 360 no-scope kills, or simply do not have the patience or to learn how to play (possibly due to an underdeveloped cerebral cortex). I will get this out of the way first: this game is NOT Call of Duty. You may somehow believe that it looks like COD, but this game is definitely in it's own league. This game does NOT have perks or kill streaks that make you an unstoppable force on the Battlefield, sorry but the developer DICE doesn't believe in one man armies. The game is also more realistic than COD. When sniping, you can't just bunny hop and snipe people and expect to get a headshot, because it's near impossible in real-life with a 10-pound sniper rifle. Plus when sniping, you are going to have to account for something called gravity, the bullets aren't lasers, they are projectiles that are affected by gravity once the bullet exits the barrel, so aim high for that headshot, because it isn't the game's fault that you can't aim.

    The multiplayer is where the game is worth it's cost, and why most people buy Battlefield. The maps are big, open, and allow different routes to each objective. Destruction makes the game dynamic and generally a round never plays the same way twice. The vehicles bring an element of changing the outcome of battle by supporting your teammates with superior firepower or moving them into flanking positions. The classes have their own niches that can bring defeat or victory to your team depending on their use. Assault can heal or revive teammates to keep them in the fight. Support supplies ammunition to teammates, and can create havoc with C4 or mortars. Engineers repair friendly vehicles and can cause harm to enemy ground vehicles or aircraft. Recon scouts for opponents, snipes, or hides like a little girl due to some players' style. The game does have a learning curve that teaches you to work in a team, flank your opponents, use vehicles to turn the tide of war, and importantly USE COVER in order to survive. Destruction will destroy your cover so it would be wise to keep moving when an enemy sees you in order to keep on fighting. Battlefield is for people who will work together. You are not Rambo. You will not win battles single-handed-ly against good teams. You will need teammates in order to coordinate attacks and expose your opponents' weaknesses. If you can't work with other people, please don't get the game and ruin other peoples' experience by being a worthless teammate and a waste of a server slot. It will save you some hate mail. If you work with others, the gameplay value increases exponentially because of the fun you have working and helping teammates work for victory. Teamwork is a corner-stone of Battlefield.

    The graphics are phenomenal, make room on your 360 hard drive in order to download the HD texture pack, it makes the game beautiful.

    For those that can't connect or get server disconnects, it's just something that happens to DICE with every release. But DICE sticks to it to make sure the game functions and will fix the servers as quickly as possible. Remember that COD Black Ops was almost unplayable on day one, so COD isn't better than BF in this case.

    Plus DICE will not leave players in the cold with a lack of patches. They will bust their tails to balance weapons, stop exploits, fix bugs, and other problems. They have enough experience to know how to patch their own game quickly. TL;DR
    -This game is not COD, it is Battlefield. Comparing the two is like comparing pee-wee football (COD) to College Football (Battlefield).

    -Ignore the low scores from COD trolls who can't adapt to a more realistic, unforgiving game

    -Multiplayer is where the game is at. Destruction, open maps, and vehicles make no two rounds of gameplay the same. This game is very fun to those who like to undertake challenges.

    -The game requires a learning curve in order to be skillful. It will be tough at first, but once you learn the roles of the classes and vehicles, you can become a much better player.

    -Teamwork is required to win. Lone wolves will fail against good teams. -Install the HD texture pack for a better visual experience    … Expand
  81. EjayDjay98
    Oct 27, 2011
    9
    Those who have always wanted the battlefield experience on consoles are definitely in luck. Although the console version is inferior to the PC version which has 40 more players and can potentially have much better graphics, it is still able to deliver on creating epic battles and decent graphical fidelity. The amount of customization is ridiculous and there is a decent amount of vehicles.Those who have always wanted the battlefield experience on consoles are definitely in luck. Although the console version is inferior to the PC version which has 40 more players and can potentially have much better graphics, it is still able to deliver on creating epic battles and decent graphical fidelity. The amount of customization is ridiculous and there is a decent amount of vehicles. Speaking of vehicles, the jets and helicopters have especially amazing flight models and can do some serious damage. Luckily though, from about the 10 hours I've played it seems that the game is incredibly well balanced and rock-paper-scissors mentality is very prevalent. As for the campaign, it is incredibly mediocre and is simply a little addition to the multiplayer. Co-op as well is a little addition which can be quite a bit of fun. If you were buying Battlefield 3 for the single player you may be out of luck for two reasons. For one, it really isn't that good and two, you must be new to the franchise if you were buying a battlefield game for the single player. If you are a new and casual player who lacks patience or team work, you may find this game very frustrating because it isn't as dumbed down as some other FPSs on the market. If you find learning the ins and outs of a new game fun however, you will absolutely enjoy the multiplayer as it may be one of the best I have ever played. (And yes, that includes BF2)… Expand
  82. indianBob
    Oct 27, 2011
    9
    Battlefield 3 is a good game, no it is a great game. I am unsure right now, as I have only been able to play about 5 hours of the multiplayer. I will start with the less than desirable major flaw with the game. The games multiplayer is a tease. I bought the game for 360, and it was great for the first two hours. After about two hours, the servers crashed and I was unable to play until theBattlefield 3 is a good game, no it is a great game. I am unsure right now, as I have only been able to play about 5 hours of the multiplayer. I will start with the less than desirable major flaw with the game. The games multiplayer is a tease. I bought the game for 360, and it was great for the first two hours. After about two hours, the servers crashed and I was unable to play until the next day. I loved playing the next day until about three hours, when the server crashed yet again. I will absolutely love this game once the server issues are resolved(hopefully). there were a few bugs. They were nothing that really take away from the game, but it is still annoying to shoot someone, get the kill, and then shoot them some more because they stay in the exact same place and position. The good- well there really is too much to list but i will try to sum it up - The game is visually stunning. I really mean stunning, to the point of where you have to play it to believe it. The online multiplayer is fantastic - there are many of the same modes, but they are done well. The controls(a big issue i had with BF:bc2) are smooth and natural. When you play it for the first time, it is very easy to adjust to the preset control scheme. The classes are standard Battlefield, but they are rehashed and a bit more balanced than BF:bc2. The game is challenging - like every Battlefield I have played before - which made it more rewarding to get my first 20-0 game.The vehicle collection on multiplayer is impressive, and the vehicles are more real to life with roll, yaw and pitch style controls. The campaign is good, but it seems to be a bit linear compared to other Battlefield games. I will be honest, this game would get a 10 from me, however the server issues for xbox have to be addressed. I love this game and would recommend it to any of my friends who game.… Expand
  83. Cleric22
    Oct 27, 2011
    9
    Now, I understand the hesitation towards this game, not being a fan of EA myself, and what they've done with existing properties. Some frustration aside with getting online Tuesday, I decided not to let this hamper my opinion of the game. The criticisms for this game are valid, its not as epic or nice looking as the PC version, and the single player is even more of a wash now that its onNow, I understand the hesitation towards this game, not being a fan of EA myself, and what they've done with existing properties. Some frustration aside with getting online Tuesday, I decided not to let this hamper my opinion of the game. The criticisms for this game are valid, its not as epic or nice looking as the PC version, and the single player is even more of a wash now that its on the second disc, but it is still a competent game on the 360.

    The lighting, textures, and feel of guns are all very well placed. People want to know why they're getting killed? It's because you're out in the open, treating it like you're on a paintball field in Modern Warfare. The only way we win matches is by going slow, using teamwork, and being practical. I don't want to get into the argument about which game is better, Activision has always done an excellent job of the run and gun shooter, but its really apples and oranges between that and Battlefield. I'm sure both games will do well in the market, and there should be options for shooters.

    When its not connecting right, this game be frustrating, but that always gets better with time. Bad Company 2 is what got me back into this franchise, and based off of Tuesday nights game with my group, we're going to get a lot of shelf life out of it, but please, don't be haters because you play this game by yourself. If you play CoD, then by all means go play it and enjoy. This game at its core is well made, the levels are balanced and vary in setting, and make it so you can create great memories for yourself, not just relying on scripted events. Vehicles once again add new tactical perspectives, and the rebalancing of classes make it easy to find your niche. The unlocking system is a bit excessive, breaking down into subcategories of unlocks, but I already have the gun I want for the class I want after one night. I hope this information has been helpful.    … Expand
  84. badgersounds
    Oct 27, 2011
    9
    If you love multiplayer FPS games this is for you, campain is still ok but i would not buy it just for that. I personaly like the game because in multiplayer you can use vehicles which makes it fun!!! 9 out of 10
  85. vangoat
    Oct 27, 2011
    9
    I honestly thought all previous battlefields sucked. This is pretty awesome. I play the hell outta COD but find myself yelling bullshnikes at the screen constantly. This is not the same. Its not better or worse just something new and fresh. I love the mix of vehicles and classes, they blend well and you're constantly switching it up. The squad system and spawning works great. TheI honestly thought all previous battlefields sucked. This is pretty awesome. I play the hell outta COD but find myself yelling bullshnikes at the screen constantly. This is not the same. Its not better or worse just something new and fresh. I love the mix of vehicles and classes, they blend well and you're constantly switching it up. The squad system and spawning works great. The sound is great as well, the graphics are fine. Whiners of this game more than likely haven't given it a chance. If you do you won't be disappointed.… Expand
  86. 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
  87. Obertor
    Oct 27, 2011
    9
    Don't let all of the bad reviews deter you from buying Battlefield 3 if you're an online shooter fan. This is by far the best online shooter I've ever played, and has a ton wonderful elements that have never been seen in a shooter. The level design is masterful, and the "twitch shooting" is perfect!. Don't pass on this game.
  88. matnog
    Oct 28, 2011
    9
    Ok, I have been trying to stay away from all this discussion, reading comments on both BF3 and MW3. Don't get me wrong, I really like both franchises and I am getting both games, but some things need to be addressed.

    If you say that MW3is the same game with updated graphics - in all areas of technology, you just build upon your already built tools. Nothing wrong on updating graphics.    Ok, I have been trying to stay away from all this discussion, reading comments on both BF3 and MW3. Don't get me wrong, I really like both franchises and I am getting both games, but some things need to be addressed.

    If you say that MW3is the same game with updated graphics - in all areas of technology, you just build upon your already built tools. Nothing wrong on updating graphics. Also, to keep the identity of the game, nothing more natural than keeping things familiar - that is why the number 3 follows the name - it is a continuation of the story, with also some gameplay updates.

    BF3 also just built upon they had done before, and they did not create something new: they updated their engine and called a different name, making people believe that it is an entire different engine. BFBC2 had destructible environment and you could drive vehicles, the latest MOH installment had the player control a chopper...

    Therefore, BF3 is also a graphically updated game with some gameplay updates as well - like going prone, for example. And, again the number 3 after the name stands as a continuation of a previous game, hence nothing genuinely new here.

    The difference between them is the gameplay, as a lot of comments already described them, making the player's preference just a matter of personal taste.

    Although both games are focused on online gameplay, I would like the campaign to be at least decent - and not only 5 hours of gameplay, which also turned me down on MOH.

    Finally, how different they really are? FPS consists in running around shooting enemies and getting shot at. Just like racing games and sports games are the same year after year, with updated graphics, improved gameplay and graphics. They all build upon a pre-existing title. At this point, it would be economically unviable to create an entirely new engine, to any type of game, from scratch.

    Like a said before, I really like both franchises and I am getting both games, but some things need to be addressed.    … Expand
  89. X1xxCYGNUSxxX1
    Oct 28, 2011
    9
    A top shelf FPS shooter. Graphics are at the high end for consoles. Multiplayer play is very teamwork based and not best suited for folks who like to play alone. I can't speak much to the single player other than it really plays very scripted which is good or bad depending on what your looking for. Careful to the folks with a 4GB xbox. The game won't look as good without the texture mapsA top shelf FPS shooter. Graphics are at the high end for consoles. Multiplayer play is very teamwork based and not best suited for folks who like to play alone. I can't speak much to the single player other than it really plays very scripted which is good or bad depending on what your looking for. Careful to the folks with a 4GB xbox. The game won't look as good without the texture maps which are optionally installed but take up a lot of space. If you are a COD player, the controls aren't as tight and will need some getting used to. The unlocks for multiplayer are quite extensive and will give months or more of gameplay for those who are looking to unlock everything. Looks like it will have some real staying power. I'll be keeping this in my library. If you get it used, you will need to purchase a key to play online, so beware. The key is included with a new copy.… Expand
  90. DeviantSeev
    Oct 28, 2011
    9
    I have played almost every COD game, starting on PC and moving forward to Black Ops on 360. I have also played Battlefield 1942 when it was popular on the PC but not nearly as much as COD. I have bought Battlefield 3 and have been enjoying it so much! It's a breath of fresh air since COD every year has been pretty much giving us the same old thing with some improvements. This has stuffI have played almost every COD game, starting on PC and moving forward to Black Ops on 360. I have also played Battlefield 1942 when it was popular on the PC but not nearly as much as COD. I have bought Battlefield 3 and have been enjoying it so much! It's a breath of fresh air since COD every year has been pretty much giving us the same old thing with some improvements. This has stuff which is not found in COD like usable vehicle and destructible environments. The achievements in this game feel more rewarding, too. Instead of prestige modes which just force you to unlock stuff for your weapons and perks, this system rewards your attention to specific classes and there are 4 to choose from... This game suffers from some early server issues but I'm sure that it will get ironed out, soon. If you like COD and are thinking about getting this game and bypassing MW3 - GET IT.… Expand
  91. SneakyNutzZ
    Oct 30, 2011
    9
    AUSTRALIAN REVIEW
    The score I give this game is based upon the multiplayer. I play COD(since COD 2), Halo( since CE),Gears of War(since gears of war 1), Battlefield(since original 1942 pc) -Beautiful visuals
    -more responsive controls; better than Battlefield bad company 1 and 2 controls yet you still feel like a person and not just a camera floating in the air. -maps -game types -match    AUSTRALIAN REVIEW
    The score I give this game is based upon the multiplayer. I play COD(since COD 2), Halo( since CE),Gears of War(since gears of war 1), Battlefield(since original 1942 pc) -Beautiful visuals
    -more responsive controls; better than Battlefield bad company 1 and 2 controls yet you still feel like a person and not just a camera floating in the air.
    -maps
    -game types
    -match connection
    -doesn't take long to get your gun set up how you like with red dot sights and stuff
    -DICE keeps it real but adds cool stuff
    -night time is a blast
    -heaps of room for team work
    -Good community



    -Needs more servers for Australia
    -searching with friends can suck
    -servers for australia are always full



    -I need more friends
    -more australian servers
    -back to Karkland map pack(cant wait) -buy game for multiplayer
    -dont cry and rage if you expected a good single player(like me). Battlefield started as a multiplayer only title so expect it to deliver your life's meaning there.    … Expand
  92. KSP2011
    Oct 30, 2011
    9
    I had high expectations for this as EA hyped the game beyond belief. Overall my expectations were met. The Multiplayer experience is simply amazing. Yes, I'm aware it has many bugs and glitches online but the sheer fun and thrill of playing this game outshines its flaws. The pilot controls for flying are quite frustrating though and the graphics seem to be bi-polar with some parts lookingI had high expectations for this as EA hyped the game beyond belief. Overall my expectations were met. The Multiplayer experience is simply amazing. Yes, I'm aware it has many bugs and glitches online but the sheer fun and thrill of playing this game outshines its flaws. The pilot controls for flying are quite frustrating though and the graphics seem to be bi-polar with some parts looking spectacular and other parts looking like a mess. This game definitely lacks polish and the finishing touch. Single player is quite mundane to say the least. It seems to be a trend with EA FPS games (E.G: Medal of Honour). Just like the Call of Duty series, most fans buy the game for the Multiplayer. If you are one of those gamers, I highly suggest you purchase this game ASAP.… Expand
  93. jbj479
    Mar 7, 2012
    9
    Excellent game. Promotes teamwork and provides rewards for good gameplay. Extremely varied. Haven't seen a better FPS. They could do improvements to the user interface and the map graphics, hence only a 9. A definite buy.
  94. Unknown22
    Dec 15, 2011
    9
    When i play this on the ps3 it looks amazing, but when play this on xbox 360, it look equally amazing like the ps3. Still the online is glitxhy. Overall this game is amazing.
  95. remster_9
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Visually stunning. Very immersive. Great pace.

    I had never played BF before - but coming from CoD, I must say I'm hooked to the multiplayer mode! Maps feel a little too large at times (especially with the 24-player limit), but the game provides an epic experience. If you're willing to write off the solo campaign as a mere tutorial for the multiplayer mode, then this game really    Visually stunning. Very immersive. Great pace.

    I had never played BF before - but coming from CoD, I must say I'm hooked to the multiplayer mode! Maps feel a little too large at times (especially with the 24-player limit), but the game provides an epic experience.

    If you're willing to write off the solo campaign as a mere tutorial for the multiplayer mode, then this game really delivers.

    If you plan to play the single player game only, don't bother. Too linear, too scripted. Think of it as an interactive movie.    … Expand
  96. TensLtLloyd
    Nov 5, 2011
    9
    The first week problems were expected, but the second week, they had fixed most of the known problems. I enjoy Call of duty and battlefield, but battlefield pushes the boundaries out further than they already have. the graphics, Incredible. the Multiplayer, unbelievably addictive and fun. overall an amazing game. Do not let the reviews throw you off.
  97. Beefypythons
    Nov 5, 2011
    9
    I am neither a COD or BF fan boy, loved BF2 on the PC, but in more recent times have invested a good few hours in MW1 and 2. The multi-player side of BF3 is superb, it is a highly realistic and very addictive game!! As many people have said the games are very different, and I think it is pointless to compare them. But if I had to, then In my opinion if MW3 is similar to its predecessorsI am neither a COD or BF fan boy, loved BF2 on the PC, but in more recent times have invested a good few hours in MW1 and 2. The multi-player side of BF3 is superb, it is a highly realistic and very addictive game!! As many people have said the games are very different, and I think it is pointless to compare them. But if I had to, then In my opinion if MW3 is similar to its predecessors then BF3 has the edge. This is purely based on the variety of gameplay at your disposal, whether it be flying a jet, driving a tank or being a soldier each experience is completely different. I would recommend this game to anyone who enjoys Multi-player FPS, it's a breath of fresh air! Having said that SP isn't worth your time, so don't buy just for that. And EA servers are notoriously dodgy.

    So to summarise, unrivalled multi-player, realistic graphics and sound and extremely addictive and fun.
    But crap single player, and usual dodgy EA reliability. The flaws can't hide the diamond underneath though. 9/10    … Expand
  98. xxpuffinpurpxx
    Dec 29, 2011
    9
    idk why everybody hates on this game... its not cod.. its nothing like cod.. so, dont waste your breathe. im actually open minded bout my games. this is a really good game, nothing like the one on pc, cause everything is way more enhanced on that (and 64 player matches) but other than that, its a very fun game. alot of people expect to get on this game thinkin its like cod.. its not aidk why everybody hates on this game... its not cod.. its nothing like cod.. so, dont waste your breathe. im actually open minded bout my games. this is a really good game, nothing like the one on pc, cause everything is way more enhanced on that (and 64 player matches) but other than that, its a very fun game. alot of people expect to get on this game thinkin its like cod.. its not a shoot em up. its more focused on tactics.. so stop complainin bout how the gameplay sucks, waaah this waaah that, it doesnt make the game suck if your gettin merked.. thats all you. but honestly i really like this game. and i played cod for a while, played halo too, and they really dont pull you in as much as this one does. the sound is really what gets you into it. the sound of bullets whizzing past you too jets flying over you to the explosions.. if you have a good set up this **** bangs lol. the campaign isnt really that great.. the story doesnt really make a whole lot of sense, but its got some pretty cool set pieces tied up in it. all in all, if your into big all out war games... this is for you. but if your into the tight arcade shooters.. then you probably wont like it.… Expand
  99. barroi
    Nov 7, 2011
    9
    The best game I ever played, not perfect but the best. Some cheats ruin it and some of the level design could be better but I am hoping these will be improved as the updates and map packs roll out. I am writing this before the release of MW3 so as it stands this is the daddy.
  100. KenyanSandBoa
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    I'm a fairly new follower to Metacritic, and I've learned that almost all user reviews have to be ignored completely. It is clear that some reviews are from fanboys (either Battlefield or COD), and some reviews are just maybe pre-teen emotions getting the best of some of the younger gamers.

    The first thing that I feel needs to be cleared up is that this game and COD are not, nor should    I'm a fairly new follower to Metacritic, and I've learned that almost all user reviews have to be ignored completely. It is clear that some reviews are from fanboys (either Battlefield or COD), and some reviews are just maybe pre-teen emotions getting the best of some of the younger gamers.

    The first thing that I feel needs to be cleared up is that this game and COD are not, nor should they ever be, the same game. I love both of these games, but I go to one or the other depending on what gameplay I'm looking for. Full disclosure: I've only been playing Battlefield since BFBC2, but I absolutely LOVED that game. I can honestly say that if you liked that gameplay, chances are you'll like BF3.

    The singleplayer is nothing to wrie home about, but it's a decent time killer for when your looking for a break from multiplayer. The biggest let down or me was the fact that the story happens post-earthquake so none of the environments are entact...just rubble. Let me say this, though...if you're looking to get a game soley on the single player campain...PASS...it's not worth it.

    I have to admit that I was somewhat disapointed with the Frostbite 2 engine. I was expecting there to be a larger number of destructable portions of the environment, but that is not a game-changer in my book. For the 360, this is one of the best looking games you'll find. The lighting and sound is fantastic. If you crank up your system, you'll feel like your right there in the action.

    Some of the changes that I've noticed affect my gameplay are the alterations made to the classes. I never really used the Assault class much in BC2, but I've noticed I tend to use it (or Engineer) in BF3 due to the fact they switched the medic portion from support to assault. I thought the fact that snipers can now go prone would bother me, but it is countered by the reflection of light that gives you a heads up of where the fire is coming from.

    Overall, this game is fantastic...and I HATED the beta. But here is my nota bene: If you are looking for COD style multiplayer...this game is not for you. If you're looking for a strategy based FPS that thrives on teamwork and isn't kill driven, then BF3 will scratch you right where you itch.

    I would rate this game an 8.5, but I rounded to 9 because I really do feel the multiplayer is so polished it deserves more of a 9 than an 8.    … Expand
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  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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