Battlefield 3

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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2223 Ratings

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  1. Jobadkins
    Dec 26, 2011
    10
    This game is terrifyingly real.I have played every war game to date and no game ever scared me like this.Sometimes I am actually scared to play this game cause it is so awesome!I cannot find one fault with this game.The graphics,game play,presentation,lasting appeal are just grade A,awesome quality.People need to quit comparing this game to MW3 and just take it as it is.That game is veryThis game is terrifyingly real.I have played every war game to date and no game ever scared me like this.Sometimes I am actually scared to play this game cause it is so awesome!I cannot find one fault with this game.The graphics,game play,presentation,lasting appeal are just grade A,awesome quality.People need to quit comparing this game to MW3 and just take it as it is.That game is very awesome too but a different kinda cool.This game is the game I have been waiting for ever since I fell in love with Medal of honor on the PS2 back in 2002.There are generations of games and consoles and This game skipped this generation and went somewhere i never thought I would be,WOW!… Expand
  2. spartan117gw
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    -CAMPAIGN not the most original but still fun and more believable then the ridiculous MW series. -GFX amazing even thought not as nice as pc. STILL looks great. 30fps is fine. thats what Halo has been using for years. -SOUND also amazing
    -BattleLog has issues but works better than i thought -COOP short but sweet and gets you great MP guns. wOULD have been better if part of campaign but    -CAMPAIGN not the most original but still fun and more believable then the ridiculous MW series. -GFX amazing even thought not as nice as pc. STILL looks great. 30fps is fine. thats what Halo has been using for years. -SOUND also amazing
    -BattleLog has issues but works better than i thought -COOP short but sweet and gets you great MP guns. wOULD have been better if part of campaign but still fun.
    -MP this is AAA class MP gameplay the best fps gaming around for military shooters hands down.

    OVER ALL 9.5 its not perfect but you gotta give Dice credit for going above and beyond the call(rehashed games)    … Expand
  3. Deadsarow
    Oct 28, 2011
    10
    Never have I had multiplayer experiences like in Battlefield 3. So much going on at one time... The gunfights are amazing, explosions even better... The jets, the tanks, everything is just perfect. Wow.
  4. throwback8
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    Excellent infantry combat combined with all out vehicular warfare combine to create an experience that surpasses any COD can supply. To get this out of the way, I'm no battlefield fanboy. I played the heck out of mw2 and black ops, and had fun doing so. It seems to me to crank out an annual release cod has chosen to stick with the same engine and not change much, while dice decided toExcellent infantry combat combined with all out vehicular warfare combine to create an experience that surpasses any COD can supply. To get this out of the way, I'm no battlefield fanboy. I played the heck out of mw2 and black ops, and had fun doing so. It seems to me to crank out an annual release cod has chosen to stick with the same engine and not change much, while dice decided to revamp the frostbite engine and push the series forward. I'm sorrbut I won't settle for the same multiplayer experience annually with only subtle changes. Sound design is amongst the best in video games, seriously listen to a wall collapse near you, it's unreal. Especially when boosted by a pair of nice headphones. The game is absolutely beautiful, and the high res pack solves all graphical problems I had with the beta. It's just flat out crisper and the player models and environments look richer with detail. Do yourself a favor this year and give battlefield a shot.… Expand
  5. SavageHenry1972
    Oct 26, 2011
    10
    I had to login and have a laugh at the negative reviews all of which give it 0 or 1 with completely contradictory comments such as:

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



    "This game is hideous."

    "Beautiful graphics don't makes this game good"

    "map are ridicolous small"


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

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

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

    "play batman"

    Comedy gold.    … Expand
  6. Ragna
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    I'm only going to say two words.

    SIMPLY AWESOME!

    If you're looking for the true war, stop searching because this is it. I've never seen a multiplayer game with 64 players, everybody working in squads of four to win the battle, it's really exciting!
  7. ShayneG
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is what I expect from a new game. With the "Frostbite 2" engine, this game deserves nothing less than a 10/10. The best part about this game is that you really feel like your on the Battlefield. Whether it's the amazing detail in every map or the realistic sound of helicopters and jets flying overhead, Dice have really presented a winner in this game. The only thing I can criticise isThis is what I expect from a new game. With the "Frostbite 2" engine, this game deserves nothing less than a 10/10. The best part about this game is that you really feel like your on the Battlefield. Whether it's the amazing detail in every map or the realistic sound of helicopters and jets flying overhead, Dice have really presented a winner in this game. The only thing I can criticise is the campaign which is short and relatively boring, but as I know this was only a late addition to the game which is a multiplayer game anyway, I can put the campaign aside and give this a solid 9/10. Well done Dice!… Expand
  8. PleiadesPower
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    Once DICE fixed the server issues, what's left is simply the BEST online multiplayer PERIOD. The selection of vehicles, weapons, kits, and overall customization is awesome. Shame our consoles don't quite have the horsepower this game deserves but PC players know what's up:) Maybe the most impressive thing about this game comes not from the awesome destruction and the return of prone andOnce DICE fixed the server issues, what's left is simply the BEST online multiplayer PERIOD. The selection of vehicles, weapons, kits, and overall customization is awesome. Shame our consoles don't quite have the horsepower this game deserves but PC players know what's up:) Maybe the most impressive thing about this game comes not from the awesome destruction and the return of prone and jets, but the sound design. Oh the SOUND! DICE did their homework and it shows. On a good surround system you feel like you are smack in the middle of Black Hawk Down. It's THAT GOOD! HIghly recommend this game if you want the real deal, total war experience. Grab a beer, crank up the audio, and strap yourself into a tank or A-10 a lay waste to anything or anyone in your path, this is online warfare at it's finest!… Expand
  9. WeirdExponent
    Oct 29, 2011
    10
    Seriously loving the Attack Helicopter, and Tanks! Graphics on 360 are better than anything I've ever seen... Levels are MASSIVE like they always have been for BF games, and have ton's of hiding spots, and cover... People complaining about this game, are the ones who run around with a freaking knife all day long, and wonder why they can't get a kill from 20 yards away ;) If you likedSeriously loving the Attack Helicopter, and Tanks! Graphics on 360 are better than anything I've ever seen... Levels are MASSIVE like they always have been for BF games, and have ton's of hiding spots, and cover... People complaining about this game, are the ones who run around with a freaking knife all day long, and wonder why they can't get a kill from 20 yards away ;) If you liked the BC2, you'll love this for sure.… Expand
  10. GooGooguru
    Dec 10, 2011
    10
    Great Game.. pulse pounding , jaw dropping exhilaration ... the campaign is as light on the ground as any FPS but the multiplayer is where this bad boy shines ...
  11. NeverForget3000
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    COD 4: Modern Warfare and Battlefield 3 stand alone as the best shooters I've ever played. While not perfect, both games get just about everything right.
  12. dottowiggle
    Nov 5, 2011
    10
    After one week this game is still growing. Either you love it or hate it. But to score it a 0 is retarded at best. And disrespectful to all the staff at Dice who worked their balls off on this title. There is no console shooter that dares to go where BF3 goes.
  13. Nikola8
    Nov 19, 2011
    10
    Very good game. The single player isn't great by today's FPS standards, but it is still probably the best in the Battlefield series. The story is cliche (almost a complete ripoff of CoD:BO's story) and the climax is very abrupt. However, there are some memorable moments. That said, they probably would have been better served by simply getting rid of the single player and giving moreVery good game. The single player isn't great by today's FPS standards, but it is still probably the best in the Battlefield series. The story is cliche (almost a complete ripoff of CoD:BO's story) and the climax is very abrupt. However, there are some memorable moments. That said, they probably would have been better served by simply getting rid of the single player and giving more multiplayer maps and weapons. The multiplayer is phenomenal. Unlike the competition, there is a real teamwork element to each round- in CoD games, a team with one amazing player can win every time. In BF3, the team that works together the most generally wins. There were some connection issues on release on XBOX LIve, but those seem to have been completely resolved (I can now get into an online game in BF3 more consistently than any other game I've played on XBL) If you're looking for a gripping single player mode, pass on this game. If you want amazing multiplayer, this is a must own.… Expand
  14. ILDUCE
    Oct 28, 2011
    10
    First of all those 56 reviews that are negative are obviously Call of Duty fanboys just trying to drop the user score of Battlefield 3...similar to the press reviews out there that are giving this game grief for no reason. The single player campaign is just as good if not better than most CoD and other FPS single player campaigns. The co-op is fine, I've only played it a little bit butFirst of all those 56 reviews that are negative are obviously Call of Duty fanboys just trying to drop the user score of Battlefield 3...similar to the press reviews out there that are giving this game grief for no reason. The single player campaign is just as good if not better than most CoD and other FPS single player campaigns. The co-op is fine, I've only played it a little bit but it's definitely challenging on the higher difficulties, the only downside is that it only allows for 2 player co-op where I feel it would've been better with 4. Without question though the main attraction and pretty much the only reason it should be judged is the multiplayer and it is amazing. Gun customization and unlocks are a lot deeper than any other Battlefield game, the maps are BEAUTIFUL...some of the best graphics I've seen in a console game (must install HD texture pack or the textures of boxes and stairs will be quite ugly)...and the game is just awesome...

    The only downside to the multiplayer is that they had server issues the first couple of days which probably also accounts for the 50+ negative reviews since it's likely people with no patience complaining about the servers...they have been up and running on all cylinders since yesterday (Thursday Oct 27th) and no longer having connection issues...the game has already shipped 10 million in the first week, so that should say enough right there...

    Battlefield 3 is a must-have FPS experience for any shooter fan, and for the CoD fans...you can play team deathmatch and feel right at home but for the people who want the true Battlfield 3 experience...stick to Rush or Conquest    … Expand
  15. wafelkill
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    The game is AMAZING!
    I play over 500h in BC2 but in this game is gonna be 1000's!!!
    Graphics is superb!The landscape are big,textuers are vivid and sharp.Destruction on Seine Crossing is a blast:] SOUNDS IN THIS GAME IS THE BEST SUND EFFECT IN GAMING HISTORY!Every shot you fire,every bullet that flay just an inch of your ear...YOU HEAR EVERYTHING. SINGIEL is really bad:(There is some    The game is AMAZING!
    I play over 500h in BC2 but in this game is gonna be 1000's!!!
    Graphics is superb!The landscape are big,textuers are vivid and sharp.Destruction on Seine Crossing is a blast:]
    SOUNDS IN THIS GAME IS THE BEST SUND EFFECT IN GAMING HISTORY!Every shot you fire,every bullet that flay just an inch of your ear...YOU HEAR EVERYTHING.
    SINGIEL is really bad:(There is some moments but is just boring.
    MULTIPLAYER...THE BEST multiplayer exiprence you can EVER have!
    Its like game of chass...you have to THINK about what to do next,what yours opponet might to do,and it SOOOO much fun!!!:D
    THE BEST FPS OF THIS GENERATION!!!
    SEE YOU ON THE BATTLEFIELD!    … Expand
  16. jst68
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Excellent environments that are beautiful and include realistic sound effects. Fun to play! A clear winner over MW3. I normally prefer the single player mode in MW3, but this is the first time that MW3 fails me on that one as well... Multiplayer is, no questions asked, a BF3 domain. MW3 is just too much arcade feeling...
  17. scalan15
    Oct 26, 2011
    10
    I hardly ever write game reviews, but I had to for this one, it's not getting any justice, so many call of duty fan boys are giving this game a score of 1 out of 10 for no reason at all, they're just hating it because the multiplayer is better than COD. I'm halfway through the main story and I gotta say one of my favorite missions is the fighter jet, beautifully done. Multiplayer is whyI hardly ever write game reviews, but I had to for this one, it's not getting any justice, so many call of duty fan boys are giving this game a score of 1 out of 10 for no reason at all, they're just hating it because the multiplayer is better than COD. I'm halfway through the main story and I gotta say one of my favorite missions is the fighter jet, beautifully done. Multiplayer is why you will buy this game, so much fun using the Tanks and Jets.… Expand
  18. Rapter2011
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    I am new to Battlefield. The first Battlefied game I had ever played was BC2. I absolutely loved and I knew that I woud NEVER go back to CoD. After playing BF3 that thought has solidified itself even more. Battlefield 3 is now one of my favorite shooter ever (next to Halo: Reach). BF3's graphics are amazing. It has an awsome campaign. The multiplayer is one of the best I have ever seen!I am new to Battlefield. The first Battlefied game I had ever played was BC2. I absolutely loved and I knew that I woud NEVER go back to CoD. After playing BF3 that thought has solidified itself even more. Battlefield 3 is now one of my favorite shooter ever (next to Halo: Reach). BF3's graphics are amazing. It has an awsome campaign. The multiplayer is one of the best I have ever seen! This is a very worthy sequel to BC 2!… Expand
  19. Shiro_
    Oct 31, 2011
    10
    This game is the best of the Battlefield games so far. There are problems as with all games, but as long as the makers listen to the players then things can be changed. I like the feel of the game and the graphics are truly awesome. The maps in Rush are large, highly detailed and well thought out. The game is not easy. especially for an old crock like me, but with time and patience theThis game is the best of the Battlefield games so far. There are problems as with all games, but as long as the makers listen to the players then things can be changed. I like the feel of the game and the graphics are truly awesome. The maps in Rush are large, highly detailed and well thought out. The game is not easy. especially for an old crock like me, but with time and patience the game comes alive.… Expand
  20. Demikly
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    Great game, best FPS i've ever played to be honest (i'm not that bigger FPS fan usually, but Battlefield series is my exception), graphics are sick, sound is EXCELLENT and it's fun as all buggery online, recommend to everyone who likes great console shooters.
  21. Shumer
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    There are some graphical bugs and problems but this game is definetly head to head with uncahrted 3 and crysis 2, The gameplay it self feels fantastic though and is so much dynamic
  22. helookitty
    Oct 27, 2011
    10
    Campaign is ok, the MP is the best on the market, I have played every call of duty game to date, but comparing BF3 to COD is like comparing a Ferarri to a Chevette, its just a better all around game and is the best looking shooter on the 360, also the controls have been improved alot from the earlier BF games, I say Bravo to Dice, good job.
  23. TheEverglow
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    my jaw dropped when i put this in my disc drive. amazing. best game ever. best graphics ever. best gameplay. best weapons hysics. stupid cod fanboys rating this down. Super great game
  24. RetroLancerLOL
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    This game is incredibly fun. Never was a big fan of the BF series, but BC2 was what turned me. The online is hectic and tactical/slow and deliberate all at the same time. This iteration shows a huge leap in the controls and hit detection. Your movement is tight and fluid. Gone is the BC2 clunkiness. Minimal lag so far which is surprising on launch nite. IMPROVED EVERY SINGLE ISSUE MANY HADThis game is incredibly fun. Never was a big fan of the BF series, but BC2 was what turned me. The online is hectic and tactical/slow and deliberate all at the same time. This iteration shows a huge leap in the controls and hit detection. Your movement is tight and fluid. Gone is the BC2 clunkiness. Minimal lag so far which is surprising on launch nite. IMPROVED EVERY SINGLE ISSUE MANY HAD WITH THE BETA! First game i got in i had a "Battlefield Moment". Its an amazing feeling to be defending an MCOM and feel a huge explosion and turn around to see the building you are in now has a huge hole in the wall. It is so immersive. The campaign is akin to a blockbuster movie more so than a huge adventure, but thats how fps games are in todays industry. Anyone saying this experience is less than an 8 needs to stop basing their review on how well they play online and start basing it on the game itself. BF3 is sure to be the top contender for shooters this year. i give it a 10 simply because it lives up to all it was said to be, which is all most gamers ask for. Great work DICE!… Expand
  25. Richie
    Oct 26, 2011
    10
    Battlefield 3 is the best Battlefield experience yet. The graphics are really impressive, surface textures, weather effects, explosions, they all look good, really good. Level designs are excellent, plenty of new maps to run, drive, and fly around in. I was a little worried about this game after playing the Beta, but they have produced a polished product that completely rules onlineBattlefield 3 is the best Battlefield experience yet. The graphics are really impressive, surface textures, weather effects, explosions, they all look good, really good. Level designs are excellent, plenty of new maps to run, drive, and fly around in. I was a little worried about this game after playing the Beta, but they have produced a polished product that completely rules online multiplayer. Now I'm gonna blow stuff up.… Expand
  26. MaxxSwan13
    Dec 17, 2011
    10
    Lol. I love all the f*cking COD fanboys trolling on here. I am a fan of both, but COD is sooooo boring! THE GAMEPLAY IS SOOOO SIMILAR IT NEVER CHANGES! And Battlefield 3? It f*cking rocks! I don't usually like the Battlefield-Styled multi-player especially with the add-ons that give you all the weapon unlocks right away. That's just f*cking cheap. So I usually stick with Single-Player.Lol. I love all the f*cking COD fanboys trolling on here. I am a fan of both, but COD is sooooo boring! THE GAMEPLAY IS SOOOO SIMILAR IT NEVER CHANGES! And Battlefield 3? It f*cking rocks! I don't usually like the Battlefield-Styled multi-player especially with the add-ons that give you all the weapon unlocks right away. That's just f*cking cheap. So I usually stick with Single-Player. When I'm bored with that I go play Multi-Player with friends. It's fun with flying around with jets and everything!!!!!!!!!! BF3 FTW!… Expand
  27. Mogwai76
    Oct 31, 2011
    10
    The single player is ok. A bit heavy on the QTE for my taste but the story is decent and the environments are varied enough. Guns feel good. But this game really is all about multiplayer and, a slightly patchy start aside, it delivers. The unlocks and upgrades are deeper and more meaningful than ever before. The maps are stunning and varied in size and content and the gun play is amazing.The single player is ok. A bit heavy on the QTE for my taste but the story is decent and the environments are varied enough. Guns feel good. But this game really is all about multiplayer and, a slightly patchy start aside, it delivers. The unlocks and upgrades are deeper and more meaningful than ever before. The maps are stunning and varied in size and content and the gun play is amazing. No developer has ever delivered a better vehicle feel. It's clear the game was led on PC, but on Xbox it looks great, sounds great and plays brilliantly. If you want a Single Player shooter only, there is probably something better out there. If you want deep, meaningful and varied multiplayer, there simply is nothing better.… Expand
  28. Junkboat
    Oct 30, 2011
    10
    To start this off, I would like to point out that this should not be read as biased. This is my honest opinion about Battlefield 3 ALONE. I will admit to religiously playing both the Call of Duty and Battlefield franchises throughout the years. I have, historically, preferred the Call of Duty campaign and Zombies modes against Battlefield's, but I have enjoyed Battlefield's multiplayerTo start this off, I would like to point out that this should not be read as biased. This is my honest opinion about Battlefield 3 ALONE. I will admit to religiously playing both the Call of Duty and Battlefield franchises throughout the years. I have, historically, preferred the Call of Duty campaign and Zombies modes against Battlefield's, but I have enjoyed Battlefield's multiplayer a tremendous deal more than Call of Duty's.

    Battlefield 3 is amazing. The multiplayer, as always, is as solid as a brick house. Absolutely nothing can come marginally close to its experience. The co-op is engaging, as it often requires players to actually work as a team to accomplish goals. What really surprised me, however, was the campaign. It was as awesome as any other mode on Battlefield. Battlefield 3 delivers a great story, spanning multiple environments and countless roles. The inclusion of multi-button sequences is welcomed, too. The only glitch I encountered was a problem with audio being looped (i.e. a conversation at the beginning of the mission kept replaying for me).

    With that said, I scold both fanboys and haters to give the game a score based on their own biases. I personally find the Battlefield series more enjoyable, but that doesn't mean I will rule out Call of Duty. Grow up or go home.    … Expand
  29. Lunchboxman
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    I rate it a ten with some minor complaints but firstoff. Some bafoon mustove told someone higher up, "herr ger, i hurd that they go to some site for game reviews hrurrr. Send some fake reviewers hurrr" because this is almost as bad as defending dragonage 2 as a good game. This is a great game but for some reason, this must be a hard hit higher up. Please, compare the way people write aI rate it a ten with some minor complaints but firstoff. Some bafoon mustove told someone higher up, "herr ger, i hurd that they go to some site for game reviews hrurrr. Send some fake reviewers hurrr" because this is almost as bad as defending dragonage 2 as a good game. This is a great game but for some reason, this must be a hard hit higher up. Please, compare the way people write a real review by looking at another game. This people who rate 0's are shams. Hiding behind their marketed game, cod. Look, no one would willingly fight to say that an unrealesed game is SO much better than one that is already out. I would have willingly said a month ago, i have no idea if battlefield will finally, no matter what, be better than MW3. They are irrational VIRAL MARKETERS, Google it KIDS!

    But any-who, the flashlights piss me off but the crazy explosions make up for it. Good work so far dice. Just don't **** it up like the bata.    … Expand
  30. SkizDriz
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    Ask yourself a few questions when reviewing this game, or considering any reviewers score professional or otherwise. What is the criteria for that review? Was it obviously a bribe that influenced it, or lack thereof? (I'm looking at you, IGN) Is the review an emotional one, based on a love for a rival game? Consider facts, and consider what this game means for the entire genre.Ask yourself a few questions when reviewing this game, or considering any reviewers score professional or otherwise. What is the criteria for that review? Was it obviously a bribe that influenced it, or lack thereof? (I'm looking at you, IGN) Is the review an emotional one, based on a love for a rival game? Consider facts, and consider what this game means for the entire genre. Battlefield has been revamping its engine in revolutionary ways with every new release. Mind you, not slightly re-skinning an annual franchise. DICE is the same crew of guys, with a real sense of direction, and not jippin' its employees with empty promises. (I'm looking at you Activision, IW).

    This is a military shooter with advanced physics, gritty realism and no-holds-barred combat. Two guys can shoot at each-other and both die. That doesn't happen in rival shooters. This game will continue to mean a lot to people long after the fanfare has faded, long after the bribes of reviews have been long spent. 8.5, 9.5, all insignificant to people who will dump 500 hours of time into this game with glee. Go play a game that gets rated 9.5 for 10 hours and toss it in the trash. This game is beyond being reviewed, it needs no judgment . This is what it is, and its ****ing awesome.    … Expand
  31. EllCee
    Oct 26, 2011
    10
    This game is great. One of the must buys for ANY FPS fan. DICE is back with Battlefield 3 and going back to its roots and adding in a Singleplayer campaign. I have yet to beat the campaign but the missions I've played have been quite fun, but based on some reviews the storyline is a bit stale. I'll be giving it a go later on. The real star of the show is the multiplayer. Maps are large andThis game is great. One of the must buys for ANY FPS fan. DICE is back with Battlefield 3 and going back to its roots and adding in a Singleplayer campaign. I have yet to beat the campaign but the missions I've played have been quite fun, but based on some reviews the storyline is a bit stale. I'll be giving it a go later on. The real star of the show is the multiplayer. Maps are large and full of vehicles. 12 v 12 on the Xbox isn't a problem. It's still full of action. In my opinion, players should be playing conquest. The main mode of all Battlefield games. Rush is quite fun and the addition of Team Deathmatch is quite nice.
    Now the graphics. For a console game. I think this is one of the most gorgeous games out there. Everyone should install the HD pack when they are prompted. The lighting effects stand out as to one of the best in my opinion. Frostbite 2 isn't bad on Xbox 360 thanks to the folks at DICE. One of the best games ever in my opinion.    … Expand
  32. Mattar
    Feb 15, 2012
    10
    Battlefield always dominates the Multiplayer - this much is obvious. But I didn't realise this fully until I had bought the game and started to play. The Single player feels more like an added bonus to the game - it is good, with the quick-time events, vehicle-based missions and decent storyline to it - and the co-op is enjoyable to play with a friend. But the Multiplayer is absolutelyBattlefield always dominates the Multiplayer - this much is obvious. But I didn't realise this fully until I had bought the game and started to play. The Single player feels more like an added bonus to the game - it is good, with the quick-time events, vehicle-based missions and decent storyline to it - and the co-op is enjoyable to play with a friend. But the Multiplayer is absolutely superb. Everything about it - Vehicles, Huge maps, wide-range customizable classes and easy squad access - made me give BF3 a 10. I have often said to myself "Last game for now, I have things to do" and then seen a great map for the next round and forced myself to stay. An Excellent game well worth the buy.… Expand
  33. isupposeitsjoe
    Oct 26, 2011
    10
    I really enjoyed this game. The single player started hard and finished hard, placing new experiences in an FPS. The graphics are outstanding. Co-op mode is great if you find someone else with a mike, it would be better if they had split-screen. I love the multiplayer, most of the guns seem fairly well balanced. Dedicated servers make it way less frustrating than other experiences.I really enjoyed this game. The single player started hard and finished hard, placing new experiences in an FPS. The graphics are outstanding. Co-op mode is great if you find someone else with a mike, it would be better if they had split-screen. I love the multiplayer, most of the guns seem fairly well balanced. Dedicated servers make it way less frustrating than other experiences. The servers are buggy about 1/13 times, but that's to be expected with such a huge release, give it a few more days and they should be near flawless.… Expand
  34. MadDad
    Nov 30, 2011
    10
    incredible exoerience. buy it! Top notch graphics, beautiful enviroments, excellent and realistic sound effects. And a really superb, fun, action packed and strategy based gameplay with really good single player and co-op modes and just an awesome multiplayer mode with so much freedom of choice and tons of unlockables, make Battlefield 3 one of best first person shooters available in theincredible exoerience. buy it! Top notch graphics, beautiful enviroments, excellent and realistic sound effects. And a really superb, fun, action packed and strategy based gameplay with really good single player and co-op modes and just an awesome multiplayer mode with so much freedom of choice and tons of unlockables, make Battlefield 3 one of best first person shooters available in the market right now and makes it a must buy for any fan of the FPS genre.… Expand
  35. cutripken
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    my jaw dropped when i put this in my disc drive. amazing. best game ever. best graphics ever. best gameplay. best weapons hysics. stupid cod fanboys rating this down
  36. FFXIII4Ever
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    Don't give importance to the Call of Duty Fanboys that are trying to lower the score !
    This game is really good, the graphics are awesome and the gameplay is realistic.
    If you like shooters, buy this game NOW !
  37. Sopbil
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    This game offers the best multiplayer experience ever seen in an FPS game.
    It has amazing visuals, fantastic sound and destructible environments.
    Make sure you pick this one up.
  38. tkdreamage
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    This is a great game I'm sick of all the people shooting it down because they're cod fan boys. Sure the single player may not be the best but that's not what the game was made for it was made for the multiplayer and it's so amazing Most of the time you feel like you're on a real battlefield with all the genuine sounds and graphics. Yes i understand it may be a little buggy at times butThis is a great game I'm sick of all the people shooting it down because they're cod fan boys. Sure the single player may not be the best but that's not what the game was made for it was made for the multiplayer and it's so amazing Most of the time you feel like you're on a real battlefield with all the genuine sounds and graphics. Yes i understand it may be a little buggy at times but they just made a whole new engine and it's sort of to be expected but the bugs really aren't that bad really they're not game breaking… Expand
  39. PvPHut
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    Bugs will be fixed. DICE has a proven track record for doing so and one cannot expect that a game of this size and scope would be 100% correct on release. Single player is not why you play Battlefield 3. Single player is by far no throwaway though. The scale, detail and options on the battlefield are unique and entertaining. 32 on 32 combat allows for pockets of combat scatteredBugs will be fixed. DICE has a proven track record for doing so and one cannot expect that a game of this size and scope would be 100% correct on release. Single player is not why you play Battlefield 3. Single player is by far no throwaway though. The scale, detail and options on the battlefield are unique and entertaining. 32 on 32 combat allows for pockets of combat scattered throughout a massive map on the land and the sky and sea. Battlelog is a nice addition to the series with detailed statistics and integrated community feature including "Platoons". Weapon and appearance selections are far superior compared to any game in the series. Battlefield 3 is the complete FPS experience.… Expand
  40. jej0584
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    This game was made for multiplayer . The "bugs" from beta are gone and the game is very enjoyable. Sp leaves much to be desired but the Multiplayer is where it is at
  41. hopesfall75
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
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  42. Stijn-Visser
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    it is an awesome game. the campaign is not the best i ever played but the multiplayer fixes the problem of the campaign it als has an awesome coop mode
  43. btay210
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    1 of if not the best multiplayer experience on the Xbox. single player is good but lacking in depth. I would recommend to the multiplayer harden people out there, this is the experience for you. if you're looking for a single player experience there are better games out there.
  44. Flytch
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    A beautiful game that epitomizes what online multiplayer should be about.

    The singleplayer was only ever intended to be a tech demonstration and to judge it on that would be akin to judging Black Ops on its singleplayer, which was awful.

    Can't be faulted.
  45. MalcolmHillman3
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    Battlefield 3 from EA is one of the finest games I've ever played, and no doubt is much better than whatever Activision can muster up in Modern Warfare 3. The graphics are spectacular, the multiplayer is mature and incredible, with a deep emphasis on teamwork, and the campaign is dense and great to play through, with an addition of destuctable buildings. Now, compare that to the sloppyBattlefield 3 from EA is one of the finest games I've ever played, and no doubt is much better than whatever Activision can muster up in Modern Warfare 3. The graphics are spectacular, the multiplayer is mature and incredible, with a deep emphasis on teamwork, and the campaign is dense and great to play through, with an addition of destuctable buildings. Now, compare that to the sloppy campaign, the lazy and childish multiplayer, and the five-year old graphics of MW3 and I think we have ourselves a winner.… Expand
  46. shackdaddy836
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    Coming from a PC gamer who has bought and played every single BF game since 1943 I have to say that I love this game. I am going to throw one negative out there and say that the campaign isn't that great. It gives a fairly good story and has a lot of action but to be honest, it's a little bit dry, pretty easy, and fairly short . Also, if you didn't enjoy the BC2 campaign or the MW2Coming from a PC gamer who has bought and played every single BF game since 1943 I have to say that I love this game. I am going to throw one negative out there and say that the campaign isn't that great. It gives a fairly good story and has a lot of action but to be honest, it's a little bit dry, pretty easy, and fairly short . Also, if you didn't enjoy the BC2 campaign or the MW2 campaign, then you probably wont enjoy this one (it feels like a mixture of both). However, I personally don't care at all about the campaign so I didn't include that in my score. The multiplayer and co-op are where it's at (If I did even take it into account, I would give the game a 9.7 and just round up since I can't give that type of score).

    I'll first review the co-op because I wan't to leave the best for last. To simplify my emotions about co-op, I will just say that it's everything the campaign wasn't. Seriously. It's just a very fun set of missions that I've personally enjoyed a lot and they give you a good preparation for the multiplayer. They are a little short, but they are completely worth trying out if you have a friend to play it with.

    Now on to the multiplayer:

    I've been a BF fan ever since the beginning and I have to say that the multiplayer for this game is everything I expected from DICE. One thing that I particularly love about the 360 version is the amazing server browser included. This is probably one of the best browser on consoles I have experienced so far. It gives you a very wide arrange of options that I've only so far seen on PC. It's just wonderful. Plus, [DICE] servers have a very helpful line if the server is full so once someone leaves, you will instantly join into a full game. The sizes of the maps also surprised me. From videos I've seen, the maps seemed very small compared to maps in other BF games. But when I played, I was very pleased to say that maps are very large in size. I wouldn't honestly say THE largest maps I've seen like in BF2 and such but they are almost there. If you've played Heavy Metal in BC2, Caspian is about twice to three times as large. The sound is wonderful too. I get goosebumps from listening to rockets fly by my head. Also, here's a tip: go to settings>audio then switch the sound from "hi-def" to "war tapes". The sounds get even better.

    There are a few problems with being on a bad team (it's very easy to get on one) but that's more a problem with the players and not the game. If you do find yourself on one, I would suggest quitting the server and finding another one. This is really nothing new though. Uneven teams has been a problem since BF:1942. But I personally have my best moments when the game has even teams.

    I won't review the graphics because you people can just see for yourself. I will tell you though that you need to dwnld the high-def texture pack. It does wonders and it barely takes any time at all to install.

    To sum up, I would suggest skipping the SP altogether and just going to multiplayer. If you are like me and you have to play the campaign before you play the multiplayer then I would suggest that you go for co-op. It's a much better campaign than the SP.    … Expand
  47. mASTERbLASTER1
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    This is next gen - now. Amazing amazing AMAZING!!! Avoid reading the COD trolls on here. You know this game rocks!! It wouldn't get 93 from critics if it wasn't the real deal. The graphics are so real, and the immersive gamplay is unparallelled. Buy this sucker now and start enjoying this unbelievable experience.
  48. BillyJAK
    Oct 25, 2011
    10
    try this with the graphics upgrade on disk 2. Just when I thought Crysis 2 gave the best graphics yet, comes BF3. Sometimes when playing it's so real my heart almosts jumps out of my chest, in the surprises that come when you least expect it. Haven't tried MP yet but the single player campaign is awesome - cinematic and totally cool.If you're gonna get this, buy this, don't pirate it.try this with the graphics upgrade on disk 2. Just when I thought Crysis 2 gave the best graphics yet, comes BF3. Sometimes when playing it's so real my heart almosts jumps out of my chest, in the surprises that come when you least expect it. Haven't tried MP yet but the single player campaign is awesome - cinematic and totally cool.If you're gonna get this, buy this, don't pirate it. Support DICE in their efforts to push gaming forward. It was money well spent.… Expand
  49. DicePlayer
    Nov 4, 2011
    10
    Battlefield 3 may not be a Game changer but without a doubt has nailed a near perfect Multiplayer, from its class system to its Massive Online battles, Dice have really created a fun and addictive game that makes you feel like your in a "Battlefield". Anyone who is a military shooter fan this is a must buy.
  50. ShootTheZombie
    Oct 26, 2011
    10
    The only people rating this negative are the Call Of Duty fan boys who are scared their precious game will lose the FPS crown. This game deserves 10/10. BUY IT!
  51. itsNYD3LL
    Oct 26, 2011
    10
    Being a huge fan of all the battlefield games to this date, I feel that BF 3 has done a great job with the multiplayer. One thing that I miss allot is the old 5 class system, I feel the new 4 class system has too many play as assault. Otherwise, the graphics are beautiful, and the small squad action feels great. The single player, might not have the most original story, it does provideBeing a huge fan of all the battlefield games to this date, I feel that BF 3 has done a great job with the multiplayer. One thing that I miss allot is the old 5 class system, I feel the new 4 class system has too many play as assault. Otherwise, the graphics are beautiful, and the small squad action feels great. The single player, might not have the most original story, it does provide less repetitive action than most other typical first person shooters. This game is defiantly not for the average call of duty run and gun player. To do well in this game, you must use teamwork and cover effectively.… Expand
  52. stonefacedrussi
    Oct 26, 2011
    10
    In my opinion it's going to be the last actually decent Battlefield game and modern shooter before this FPS bubble pops.

    It's about the polar opposite of Call of Duty with its teamwork based gameplay, vehicles, open wide maps, recoiling guns, PC focus and other little things. They're only similar in they're military shooters and they use modern weaponry. The singleplayer is not that    In my opinion it's going to be the last actually decent Battlefield game and modern shooter before this FPS bubble pops.

    It's about the polar opposite of Call of Duty with its teamwork based gameplay, vehicles, open wide maps, recoiling guns, PC focus and other little things. They're only similar in they're military shooters and they use modern weaponry.

    The singleplayer is not that great and it is comparable to COD in aspects of linearity and blockbuster type action and yet I'd say superior writing and atmosphere. CO-OP is a bit better with 6 missions that are pretty fun with a friend.

    What it shines with is multiplayer. You just don't find a shooter with team orientated framework built into its design anymore with the last one I remember being Team Fortress 2, although it's not that heavy. It's balanced and skillful with deep weapon progression and long term investments in unlocking new gear and ranks. Vehicles are an important force and staple on the field, but not instant death machines and they also require some work to use properly. You can be 4 different classes and all of them have helpful items for your team and you play in squads and feel part of a unit instead of people in a map killing each other.

    I love Battlefield and the unique experiences it offers in a sea of modern shooting games. You just won't find anything else like it unless you like simulators like ARMA.

    I can't think of a way to finish this, but I really recommend picking it up.    … Expand
  53. lancerking
    Oct 27, 2011
    10
    Jets, Destructable Enviorments, intense infantry combat, amazing vehicle play, realistic weapon ballistics, AND a solid capaign/co-op. Yeah this is definitely my game of the year.
  54. Kryzack
    Oct 27, 2011
    10
    First of all I would like to clarify something before I get flamed with ratings. I am in no way a FANBOY! I do play Call of Duty, however I was a Battlefield fan long before I played call of duty. Now that being said... The graphics and Visuals are incredible, the shear size and ability to explore the various maps is amazing and I am enjoying this game, when I can get online! Now moving onFirst of all I would like to clarify something before I get flamed with ratings. I am in no way a FANBOY! I do play Call of Duty, however I was a Battlefield fan long before I played call of duty. Now that being said... The graphics and Visuals are incredible, the shear size and ability to explore the various maps is amazing and I am enjoying this game, when I can get online! Now moving on to my various complaints:

    1. The campaign provided nothing new to a the first person shooter warfare genre, however I played it and enjoyed myself for a few hours.
    2. The sever connectivity issues were never resolved in the BETA like they should have been.
    3. There is an enormous slue of glitches and hick ups in campaign and online (freezing, never ending loading screens, holes in maps, cinematic to gameplay triggers not going off (and vice a versa)). A complete lack of two player (split screen) gameplay.
    4. Midnight purchasers were not rewarded in any way what so ever by a greeting in the form of a 1.5 Gb download as soon as they got home.
    5. Next is both EA's and DICE's complete disregard for their fanbase. No updates on their forums at all besides, "we're aware of the issue." or, "maintenance is taking longer than expected." We have heard not one apology, not one condolence. All EA or DICE have publicly stated is that their game is the best and it's a COD killer. Sounds like they have become more concerned with beating CoD and less concerned with a quality product that will impress their fanbase.    … Expand
  55. synystersd
    Oct 27, 2011
    10
    Ok first off, everyone that's giving this game bad ratings for multi-player or campaign is an absolute idiot. The campaign is more in depth and exciting than any other game Ive played in a while,it easily rivals modern warfare,you get that personal attachment to the protagonist while he tells a vivid story., The multi-player is amazing, the pure attention to detail is just outstanding,Ok first off, everyone that's giving this game bad ratings for multi-player or campaign is an absolute idiot. The campaign is more in depth and exciting than any other game Ive played in a while,it easily rivals modern warfare,you get that personal attachment to the protagonist while he tells a vivid story., The multi-player is amazing, the pure attention to detail is just outstanding, things from reloading to leaping over objects to the sun getting in your eyes when you move into the wrong angle, people that complain about the multiplayer are complaining not because of the game, but because of EA's lack of server care which has always been a problem, not to mention the game has been out for no more than 3 days. The gameplay is the perfect thing to scratch your FPS itch, the thrill i get from playing a game of rush in the stunning environments isn't even close to being matched and is twice as good as Bad company 2, sequels to almost any game are looked down on because of the bar being set too high by fans and critics, take it from someone who has dipped in the pool of every type of game and franchise we have access to, you want a thrilling game? You want a war? BF3 is DEFINITELY the game to get.… Expand
  56. sledgecock89
    Oct 29, 2011
    10
    i cant believe the biased reviews on here. 56 cod fanboys complaining abotu a game they didnt buy. the multiplayer is betterthan cod4 the graphics are top notch campaign was great cod sucks.
  57. hardjensen1
    Oct 29, 2011
    10
    its a shame codfanboys are ruining the user reviews. whats funny is its still higher than the cod / black ops user reviews lol. a 10/10 and much more than a 60$ map pack, which is what every call of duty game after 4 is
  58. theoutsider117
    Oct 30, 2011
    10
    I'm not a MW fan-boy nor am I a Battlefield hater but this game is not that good. Lets talk campaign: the hit detection is terrible, the enemy A.I. seems to be able to shoot through things and kill you but you cant do the same to them,dont get me wrong the campaign is kinda fun but its nothin special,also frame rate drops to near stand-still sometimes. Multiplayer: if you can get into aI'm not a MW fan-boy nor am I a Battlefield hater but this game is not that good. Lets talk campaign: the hit detection is terrible, the enemy A.I. seems to be able to shoot through things and kill you but you cant do the same to them,dont get me wrong the campaign is kinda fun but its nothin special,also frame rate drops to near stand-still sometimes. Multiplayer: if you can get into a game is fun, the servers have a tendency to drop mid game(happened to me 9 times in a row) and if you drop you lose all progression you got during said match,game looks excellent though. I'm sure in a few months this game could have potential but for now just save your money...i wish I did.… Expand
  59. ZXDlee1254b
    Oct 31, 2011
    10
    Hi guys, I'm a very fuzzy gamer i've play all the cod games and since black ops came out that was just the same as all the rest of the cod games for the last 4 years i switched to battlefield bad company 2 that was and still is way way ahead of cod!!! but saying that, they are two very different games, i find that cod player are younger or don't know any better or are i'll just have aHi guys, I'm a very fuzzy gamer i've play all the cod games and since black ops came out that was just the same as all the rest of the cod games for the last 4 years i switched to battlefield bad company 2 that was and still is way way ahead of cod!!! but saying that, they are two very different games, i find that cod player are younger or don't know any better or are i'll just have a quick go gamer's then the rest are i'll never play any other shooter unless its cod, and bf players are older like playing in a team with tactics, destruction, vehicles and so on, and when bf3 came out i knew that it was the best game ever made!!! its still got a few bugs but dice are so good at sorting bugs out and all will be perfect in a few weeks, the only things i would change with the game is 4 player co-op instead of 2, but the multiplayer is so very good the map are big!!! some are so big you could fit all the cod maps ever made into one map! there's no way anyone with a brain can score this 2 out of 10 unless its the lazy b's from cod who are just making rip of games one after another with the same game engine, i do wish they would come up with something new like dice does every time they make a game 9.8/10… Expand
  60. Bahamutalee
    Nov 1, 2011
    10
    The reviews posted here, there and everywhere else are exactly the same. Fanboys/girls(they exist) will hold this game above everything they cherish while the haters hate. The only issue is that the haters take it to an extreme. This game is anything but a zero and you would have to have some pretty high expectations to rate this game a zero. I'm really interested in what games theseThe reviews posted here, there and everywhere else are exactly the same. Fanboys/girls(they exist) will hold this game above everything they cherish while the haters hate. The only issue is that the haters take it to an extreme. This game is anything but a zero and you would have to have some pretty high expectations to rate this game a zero. I'm really interested in what games these guys/gals are playing because not much else in the market beats this.… Expand
  61. wotsinaname
    Nov 4, 2011
    10
    this is a good multiplayer game, there are glitches/bugs but these are being ironed out, remember mw2 when that was released, care package glitch, server issues, not played single player yet. the only problem i do see is spawn killing which is so easy
  62. 4newsit
    Nov 4, 2011
    10
    Battlefield 3 is a masterpiece, one of those titles that should be savored with the right commitment and tenacity, challenging the ability of each player to master a weapon or a vehicle in the middle of a military conflict from the roots of terrorism. DICE has set up a single player campaign, though not chaotic and film, clean design, with dramatic and memorable moments both for theBattlefield 3 is a masterpiece, one of those titles that should be savored with the right commitment and tenacity, challenging the ability of each player to master a weapon or a vehicle in the middle of a military conflict from the roots of terrorism. DICE has set up a single player campaign, though not chaotic and film, clean design, with dramatic and memorable moments both for the variety of gameplay are experienced as both scenes, aiming to prepare the player for the theater of war in the online challenges , how rich and fun thanks to the great variety of maps and evocative, the presence of vehicles and a pretty good character customization. Very fun co-op, who sins only because of its brevity. What is Battlefield 3 brings players to experience a mature themed game for the single player campaign and online multiplayer that reflects the unique and inimitable spirit of the Swedish team to continue in the direction of putting together the players who like to compete in clashes fire for a long time and large scale.

    http://www.4news.it/9520-recensione-battlefield-3.php    … Expand
  63. CosmicDeath
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Really awesome game. Everything about this game is amazing. The campaign, while short, had an interesting story and was pretty realistic. I was into it. Co-op is fun because you get to unlock new weapons for use in multiplayer. Multiplayer itself looks and sounds amazing. The graphics are beautiful, the maps look fantastic. Heck, even the guns and character models look great. Every singleReally awesome game. Everything about this game is amazing. The campaign, while short, had an interesting story and was pretty realistic. I was into it. Co-op is fun because you get to unlock new weapons for use in multiplayer. Multiplayer itself looks and sounds amazing. The graphics are beautiful, the maps look fantastic. Heck, even the guns and character models look great. Every single explosion and gunshot in this game makes it seem like you're actually there on the battlefield. Buy this game.… Expand
  64. Dynite
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Fantastic game. Technically brilliant and the gameplay is great and refined as you would expect with Battlefield. Battlefield is a thinker's game. It allow tactics and strategdy as well as all out infantry and vehicular warfare. You can play it your way, be it sniping/recon; blowing up and repairing vehicles as an engineer; reviving teammates as a medic, or supplying ammo and suppressingFantastic game. Technically brilliant and the gameplay is great and refined as you would expect with Battlefield. Battlefield is a thinker's game. It allow tactics and strategdy as well as all out infantry and vehicular warfare. You can play it your way, be it sniping/recon; blowing up and repairing vehicles as an engineer; reviving teammates as a medic, or supplying ammo and suppressing fire as a support class. In addition, there are a plethora of drivable vegicles from jeeps to tanks to planes to helicopters to remotale control drones and bots. The maps are both large scale epic warfare and small scale urban combat. Battlefield 3 is the culmination of all of the battlefield games up to this point. There is also destruction for the first time outside of the "bad company" series of battlefield games which is a great addition to the franchise and adds both realism and tactical play.… Expand
  65. chadderz5
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Awesome game, I love the fact you can actually destroy buildings in both single and multi-player and they actually disappear there are no invisible walls blocking you from running through. Campaign, while short, was quite enjoyable. Multi-player is as great as always, the ability to fly helicopters, jets, drive tanks ect. are great. If you enjoy working together as a team in your onlineAwesome game, I love the fact you can actually destroy buildings in both single and multi-player and they actually disappear there are no invisible walls blocking you from running through. Campaign, while short, was quite enjoyable. Multi-player is as great as always, the ability to fly helicopters, jets, drive tanks ect. are great. If you enjoy working together as a team in your online play then BF3 is for you. game modes make you and your friends work together to achieve a common goal - personally I think its great, no running around wondering what to do. As other reviewers have said they have encountered problems with servers, that always happens in the beginning, EA/DICE don't seem to be prepared enough to cope with the amount of online players at once. I haven't had a problem so far.… Expand
  66. SmartApps
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This game has in my opinion the best online multiplayer experience you can have right now. Every game is full of so many amazing moments whether it be blowing out the side of a building to reveal an enemy sniper, or taking out enemy tanks with air to ground missiles on your jet, there is no other game that offers this kind of sandbox warfare. This game makes Call of Duty feel veryThis game has in my opinion the best online multiplayer experience you can have right now. Every game is full of so many amazing moments whether it be blowing out the side of a building to reveal an enemy sniper, or taking out enemy tanks with air to ground missiles on your jet, there is no other game that offers this kind of sandbox warfare. This game makes Call of Duty feel very claustrophobic, but is a very different game. BF3 rewards players for teamwork and patience, you wont have the same kill counts as you do in COD, but you should have a lot more fun. The difference Between This game and Bad Company 2 is staggering. It can only make me wonder what BF4 is going to look like.… Expand
  67. GamingGuru
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    The multiplayer really shines through in battlefield 3, Although the single player was lacking, who really cares? The addictive, epic and all out war feeling is outstanding, the sound is great the graphics are amazing and the gameplay is solid. This is the ultimate shooter to play with friends. I give this a 9.5 out of 10 on the PC.
  68. earlkran
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    excellent shooter, light years ahead of cod excellent graphics excellent gameplay an unparalleled experience imho. get this now before it sells out. i cant find any flaws in this game
  69. kdog5691
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Best "Modern" shooter I have played to date, the sheer destruction in the game is worth the buy alone. The graphics are amazing and this game is so much more realistic than a certain other FPS franchise. The multiplayer in this game is amazing. Forget single-player. The game deserves a 10 for multiplayer alone. Although people are bashing on the single player, I found it to be actuallyBest "Modern" shooter I have played to date, the sheer destruction in the game is worth the buy alone. The graphics are amazing and this game is so much more realistic than a certain other FPS franchise. The multiplayer in this game is amazing. Forget single-player. The game deserves a 10 for multiplayer alone. Although people are bashing on the single player, I found it to be actually very involving and pretty intense at some parts although it may be short I had a good time playing it through. If you are playing this game on full surround sound or with a nice headset you will feel like you are on a battlefield. I love this game. The multiplayer squads are a great way to play with 3 or 4 friends and take control of a game.… Expand
  70. Kagozuma
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Most realistic FPS ever created. Frostbite engine 2 is a really impressive game engine, the user experience is awesome. Suppression is genius, every FPS should have it.
  71. AverageToaster
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This game is amazing, At this point I have put in 1 day and 14 hours into multiplayer alone. I can not comment on the single player, as after playing a few levels i just quit, while they are a bit bland I didnt buy or expect this game to have a good singleplayer as Battlefield 2 didnt even have a single player.
  72. Bsteiner36
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Now that I have played MW3. I will forever be a Battlefield fan. Mw3 is so horrible compared to battlefield it is not even funny. And i was a major COD fan boy...
  73. tRuCk3r_JaY
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This is the best BF game ever. The campaign is short and not that interesting but the multiplayer is second to none and destroys COD imo. There is so much more to do in multiplayer than another shooter on this console. There are lots of unlocks inc, weapon add ons, perks, vehicle upgrades etc etc. The maps vary greatly too, some smaller for soldier on soldier fights and some massive withThis is the best BF game ever. The campaign is short and not that interesting but the multiplayer is second to none and destroys COD imo. There is so much more to do in multiplayer than another shooter on this console. There are lots of unlocks inc, weapon add ons, perks, vehicle upgrades etc etc. The maps vary greatly too, some smaller for soldier on soldier fights and some massive with loads of vehicles. Its just so dam addictive. Buy this game for multiplayer alone, you won't regret it!… Expand
  74. infinitieva
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Awesome game, I played a ton of BC2, the feel is still there but slightly refreshed. only 2 things I dislike about BF3 laser pointers on guns and flashlights, other than those two things i know im 100% satisfied. Im glad new frostbite 2 engine isnt quite as buggy as BFBC2!
  75. jack23
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    sp is good , nothing new but as good as any other sp fps out there.
    mp is good, very team based , love the fact is has real bullet drop and such and that im able to able to blow almost everything up................walls in the way ..so the tank at it till its gone and drive over the rubble.
    being able to spot enemies for your team just adds to the team work. huge maps , huge amount of    sp is good , nothing new but as good as any other sp fps out there.
    mp is good, very team based , love the fact is has real bullet drop and such and that im able to able to blow almost everything up................walls in the way ..so the tank at it till its gone and drive over the rubble.
    being able to spot enemies for your team just adds to the team work.
    huge maps , huge amount of tanks, jets , helis , jeeps , apc , anti air craft guns , boats and so on which can all be upgraded .
    all in all a very good war simulator wish i could learn to actually fly the jets though , there is room for improvment thats clear but its still the best most realistic war game out there.    … Expand
  76. mamaloney
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This game is amazing. The weapons feel great (actual recoil), the maps are huge, the gameplay is faster than bfbc2, and the graphics are stunning. This is like crysis meets bf2 and modern warfare. (in a good way)
  77. colinsauer306
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    One of the best games i have ever played in my life. Its such a submersion i can stop myself from looking past the short and relatively dumb campaign and i can say this is one of the best games i have ever played... 10/10
  78. ramha
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    It's delicious! I did not expect such a result! Many swear by a single company, but she liked me too much! DICE - great! EA - the only negative point - it's bound to play online and the inability to fully play with bots ...
  79. nevacitcomin
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    BF3 is the most realistic shooter I have played and it has got me hooked. I pick up these shooters for the multiplayer alone and BF3 right now has the best MP experience.
  80. Magesw
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Best FPS to come out yet. The game play is amazing, graphics are amazing. Everything about this game has been improved and changed for the better. Its not the same old redone things like that other game...
  81. ShadyOne13
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Very solid game, refreshing to see new features in a online shooter. Vehicles are fun and classes work well. by far the best multiplayer shooter out there
  82. bozmanbeyond
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    The launch week of this was horrible and sometime unplayable so I waited till MW3 came out and this game runs very smooth now that the COD boys are gone. The game is way more balanced then COD at the start and I love Hardcore mode the most. The campaign is 4 hrs long but nice eye candy nicely done. There are some small imperfections but that's ok.
  83. davestadnik
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    LOOLLLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL TEAM KILLS ALL THE WAY LOV IT BETTER THAN MOW# SUCKKKKK IT TROLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL
  84. CCast
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Completely amazing. Visually stunning. Multiplayer puts me inside the game. Ranking system, un-ockable content, and strategy is just good. Probably one of the best FPS I have played in a long time.
  85. Spazecowboy
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This game is a lot of fun. Amazing levels that have had a lot of thought put into them, lots of places to hide and maneuver. The lighting effects are incredible and make for a very immersive experience. When someone shines their flashlight in your face it truly blinds you. Add vehicles to the mix and you have a great game. I can honestly say that I have not had 2 matches that haveThis game is a lot of fun. Amazing levels that have had a lot of thought put into them, lots of places to hide and maneuver. The lighting effects are incredible and make for a very immersive experience. When someone shines their flashlight in your face it truly blinds you. Add vehicles to the mix and you have a great game. I can honestly say that I have not had 2 matches that have played alike. This game keeps me coming back for more and is a refreshing change from what is already on the market.… Expand
  86. Bobbybob
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This game should be called Modern Warfare 2.5.
    They have put like 5 new guns, mew maps and like 2 new modes .AMAZING -____- . The graphics are nearly the same as MW2. The 12 year old's are back to ruin a gaming experience that is supposed to e fun. Very disappointing Sledge hammer Games.
  87. Chariot
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    forgetting about the campaign although i pretty much enjoyed it, yes it linear and short but hell every cod one has been so far , this game is all about the multi player, this is the first BF games ive ever played, before that i was an avid Cod fan and have purchased every Cod plus DLC there as been over past few years. I decided to try the beta and it got me hooked . BF3 is everything Codforgetting about the campaign although i pretty much enjoyed it, yes it linear and short but hell every cod one has been so far , this game is all about the multi player, this is the first BF games ive ever played, before that i was an avid Cod fan and have purchased every Cod plus DLC there as been over past few years. I decided to try the beta and it got me hooked . BF3 is everything Cod should of been but as never progressed from what i claim to be the best cod which is number 4. Graphics on BF3 are light years ahead along with destruction, sound and play-ability. All online bugs where fixed within the first week which now makes this game awesome to play online. Afraid its a bye bye Cod from me and a big hello BF3.… Expand
  88. shadow822
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This game is a ton of fun and I'm enjoying it more than I ever did with COD. Me and a couple of friends have been playing nightly and its a blast, there's so many epic moments. And don't listen to what critics are saying about singleplayer and bringing the score down. The fact that they even added singleplayer should be a treat enough. Battlefield is and always will be a multiplayer game.
  89. Joeyride
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Bets game ive ever played. SO much better than cod, and this is coming from a die hard cod fan! (not any more). Cod 7 is fun but nothing compared to the destruction and vehicles of Bf3 so much fun :D
  90. Skinshifter
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    The game is awesome. Graphics have been improved, the multiplayer and cooperative modes are simply beautiful. The realistic stuff, effects sound and enviroment, makes it a 10 out of 10 game. Though, the COD campers came to the game to full the online mode of **** what piss me off. Also dying by 2 bullets, is kinda dissapointing.
  91. Costus
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This game blew my mind. The graphics are unbelievable when you install the texture's pack. The depth to the gameplay, teamwork and weapon unlocks and customisations is fantastic. I'd like to see some more features added to multiplayer but I'm just being picky. Great game. Get it - forget MW3. I have.
  92. xmtalley
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    First of all, I see people whining about it being developed for PC first and that the graphics are not as good on console. Well duh...It's not like they perilously didn't make the graphics better the console CAN'T HANDLE IT DUE TO HARDWARE LIMITATIONS. So that is a moot point. Second stop trolling here cod fanboys, your jealous that MW3, um MW2 is no good.
  93. sfc89
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    If you like first person shooters, you should own this game! The single player campaign is fun but short, however thats not the reason you should own this game. The multiplayer is amazingly good fun which will keep you captivated for plenty of gaming hours. Too many reviews to read on here, just buy the game or rent it and try for yourself, you won't be disappointed.
  94. MotoNack
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    I've been playing this game for about a solid week now, and I've got to say it lives up to expectations. The game has stellar graphics, great multiplayer, and great support from a great developer. DICE took what was good about BF2 and revamped it with a more fine tuned and better balanced gameplay. The multiplayer is where this game truly shines since multiplayer is where the heart ofI've been playing this game for about a solid week now, and I've got to say it lives up to expectations. The game has stellar graphics, great multiplayer, and great support from a great developer. DICE took what was good about BF2 and revamped it with a more fine tuned and better balanced gameplay. The multiplayer is where this game truly shines since multiplayer is where the heart of battlefield has always been. The campaign while not super, gets the job done as being a bonus to the thick of the content that is mutiplayer. There is also a Co-op mode that is quite a lot of fun when done with a partner online. Overall this game, to me, has lived up to the extensive hype placed upon itself over the years. 10/10 for sure!… Expand
  95. OnionPower
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This game is the best first person shooter i have ever tried! i love to play multiplayer, with jets, tanks and lots of other vehicles, coop is really fun too, i love to play it with my friend and other people on-line. The story is also good, i haven't played trough the whole story yet, but i am enjoying every second of it! I really recommend this game!
  96. Jacksonator36
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Battlefield 3 is the perfect mix of destruction, vehicles, maps and weapons. DICE has done has done a great job and have perfected the FPS genre with this release. I have bought MW3 and this and i will probably never play MW3 after the 2 hours i played yesterday. DICE+EA+Battlefield= ****
  97. Klic5
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Hands down BF3 is the best and most realistic shooter. If you want 12 year old sand box game then MW3 is the game for you. If you want a realistic, all around awesome game and a game that is made for real gamers then BF3 is it. One last thing...dedicated servers people. No more pubescent a-holes lag switching...enough said.
  98. vatuveiexpress
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This is the greatest online game i have ever played! it takes down MW3 in its sleep and will become the biggest inline game ever! battlefield is wicked and is the best game ever!
  99. Jacksonator
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This is THE BEST!!!! GAME!!! EVER!!!! i will never have to buy another game ever. I am so thankful dice has created this. I am i love with battlefield now. Oh, and one more thing MW3
  100. StealthPilot
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    7.1? If you take out the CoD fanboys its 9.6. Best shooter to date. Out of this world graphics, smooth gameplay, no lag, great community, outstanding multiplayer maps, vehicles, weapons, and equipment. It realistic and will be fun to play for a while.
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#30 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#17 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2011

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 57 Critic Reviews

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