Battlefield 3

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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2223 Ratings

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  1. LORDwargasm
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    The battlefield moment is a beautiful thing to behold. In my first day of play alone i got into a one on one fight with a helicopter as a foot soldier then i shot two rockets to its tail and down it went with four soldiers inside as it crashed into the cliff beside me, then i layed down anti tank mines over every entrance of one base and then the second i laid the last one down a jeep cameThe battlefield moment is a beautiful thing to behold. In my first day of play alone i got into a one on one fight with a helicopter as a foot soldier then i shot two rockets to its tail and down it went with four soldiers inside as it crashed into the cliff beside me, then i layed down anti tank mines over every entrance of one base and then the second i laid the last one down a jeep came flying towards me, i ran in the other direction then heard an explosion as an exploded jeep and a corpse fly over head. Thats multiplayer in a nutshell. Anarchic and beautiful in equal measure. With lots of replayability and unlocks its the main part of the game. The single player tho not quite as memorable is still good as an extra something on the side and shows off the graphics engine better, best viewed as a multiplayer tutorial thats amazingly done. Sound: 10. Graphics: 10. Longevity: 9. Gameplay: 10. Flavour: crunchy chocolate chicken… Expand
  2. BloodSaint
    Nov 20, 2011
    10
    Amazingly stunningly beautiful graphics. I can honestly say this game has the best graphics in the world right now. Single player is fun but Multiplayer is where the real action is. Addictive, fluid and great teamwork-based matches is a heck load of fun. Tons of customisations and unlocks will make you constantly come back. Worth every buck of your money. Fantastic gameplay, breathe takingAmazingly stunningly beautiful graphics. I can honestly say this game has the best graphics in the world right now. Single player is fun but Multiplayer is where the real action is. Addictive, fluid and great teamwork-based matches is a heck load of fun. Tons of customisations and unlocks will make you constantly come back. Worth every buck of your money. Fantastic gameplay, breathe taking visuals and world class multiplayer will make you craving for more… Expand
  3. CopyAndPasteMW3
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Campaign, very disappointing but multiplayer? Awesome! Amazing! The action and excitement comes from all around you, 360 degrees! But as for Modern Warfare3 it's all in a straight line which is fun at times but people prefer the fun to be all around you and getting shot by jets from up above.
  4. brunnels
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This game is definately the best fps ive played in a long time. The single player looks amazing and has a pretty good story. while the Campaign is ok, multiplayer is where this game really shines. Games are intense and the action is awesome, there isnt an abundance of 12 year olds screaming like Call of Duty, and the frostbite engine takes the gameplay over the top. Bravo DICE bravo
  5. AllDayXbox
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Fantastic game far superior to any Fps I have ever played. The game is huge with hundreds of hours worth of unlocks and multiplayer experience this game never ends and even though the games campaign is underwhelming the wealth of features well makes up for it. This game is a must buy and frankly those comparing it to COD have obviously never played it!
  6. smate
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    All I can say is thank you for your hard work good job DICE even if there is connectivity issues at least its new and not the same old thing like your competitor. I am not a fan boy like this other review says. I liked COD and I like the BF games, but IS isn't changing anything. I have both games and just think BF3 looks alot better ancient more fun than playing the same thing that I did on MW2.
  7. alexmerna
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is beautiful and action and they really ace it up with new engine Frostbite 2 , the game is fun huge maps, best weapons, the game is the BEST first person shooter
  8. CHLLL_PENGUIN
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    One of my favorite shooters I own to date. The new graphics engine is beautiful and the game feels like no other on the market. Games that take strides towards innovation deserve to be recognized.
  9. monkeyblue
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Love this game, and can't stop putting it down from the graphics to the game play working as a true team makes this game immersive and realistic. My review is just based on the online game play and I have yet to still check out the campaign levels however the sole purpose of this purchase was for online.
  10. chaos4499
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    The campaign is pretty good but it still leaves much to be desired. However, if you are like me then you got BF3 for the bread and butter of the Battlefield franchise...the multiplayer. The multiplayer is exquisitely balanced and even with only 24 people on consoles it still feels like you are in the middle of an all out war! I highly recommend BF3 to anyone who likes shooters!

    Closing    The campaign is pretty good but it still leaves much to be desired. However, if you are like me then you got BF3 for the bread and butter of the Battlefield franchise...the multiplayer. The multiplayer is exquisitely balanced and even with only 24 people on consoles it still feels like you are in the middle of an all out war! I highly recommend BF3 to anyone who likes shooters!

    Closing statement : frostbite 2 + jets = a bag full of win    … Expand
  11. Bobbydylan
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    A flawed game, this title was rushed to the shelves to beat modern mappack 3 to the market. it did that, but dropped a lot of content to make the deadline. Destruction is toned down, Como-rose is useless, the squad menu is outright broken, and many of the weapons are peculiar balanced. That said, the game is fantastic, and outright addictive. Be prepared to lose whole days of you life toA flawed game, this title was rushed to the shelves to beat modern mappack 3 to the market. it did that, but dropped a lot of content to make the deadline. Destruction is toned down, Como-rose is useless, the squad menu is outright broken, and many of the weapons are peculiar balanced. That said, the game is fantastic, and outright addictive. Be prepared to lose whole days of you life to this title. The Battlefield have absorbed thousands of player ours, and this looks likely to do the same (one the issues are patched up). In no other shooter can you fire a gun, command a squad, fly a chopper, dogfight in a jet, drive a tank, or a hummer, use a mortar, and have the freedom of the whole map. This game is brilliant, and I'm going to stop writing this, and go play some more of it. P.S. On a side note, the Single player is a load of tripe. the Story is unimagined, the QTE's are annoying, the climax is uninspired and the cutseans are prolific. This is a MP game only… Expand
  12. PICKLEBOY
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is another awesome addition to the Battlefield franchise! The innovations are amazing, with the new Frostbite 2.0 engine it makes this game look flawless, with amazing lighting effects, and the characters move and act very much like real people. The Multiplayer is awesome with the variety of vehicles where the jets could be their own game in of themselves. While youre fighting asThis is another awesome addition to the Battlefield franchise! The innovations are amazing, with the new Frostbite 2.0 engine it makes this game look flawless, with amazing lighting effects, and the characters move and act very much like real people. The Multiplayer is awesome with the variety of vehicles where the jets could be their own game in of themselves. While youre fighting as infantry there can be Jets and Helicopters flying over head and tanks battling it out in and cars speeding by. Giving you an awesome experience unlike any other!… Expand
  13. xheartatactx
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    battlefield is where it's at. fun, open, and realistic. it's got everything you could ask for and the emphasis on teamwork is exactly what this bastardized genre needs while call of duty built a whole army of spray and pray rocket launcher campers. this game is the future. nothing is more satisfying than pulling off a 975 meter headshot from a mountain on operation firestorm inbattlefield is where it's at. fun, open, and realistic. it's got everything you could ask for and the emphasis on teamwork is exactly what this bastardized genre needs while call of duty built a whole army of spray and pray rocket launcher campers. this game is the future. nothing is more satisfying than pulling off a 975 meter headshot from a mountain on operation firestorm in multiplayer. absolutely epic.… Expand
  14. micool11
    Nov 10, 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
  15. XoX1de
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    It's been about 3 weeks after release, I want to share some opinion about this game. First I would say DICE did a great job on the frostbite 2. Well optimized. The sound is amazing, is probably the best sounding game ever made. The single player is fair, I didnt play through I stopped campaign in the middle to start multiplayer. Either way this game is mainly based on multiplayer, onIt's been about 3 weeks after release, I want to share some opinion about this game. First I would say DICE did a great job on the frostbite 2. Well optimized. The sound is amazing, is probably the best sounding game ever made. The single player is fair, I didnt play through I stopped campaign in the middle to start multiplayer. Either way this game is mainly based on multiplayer, on mature player who love teamworks, not just arcade shooter style like MW3. I LOVED the battlelog interface, its a revolutionary way to unleash the power of HTML5. its very user friendly, play with friend has never been that easy. And to all the broswer launch haters, get yourself more ram man, 8GB is planty enough for it...… Expand
  16. XxHighCxX
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Great first level in single player after that just good graphics, but Multiplayer and co-op are well worth the 60 dollers and the 10 rating. Hard to play anything eles when I always just hop on Battlefield 3 like its ritual.
  17. donmilagro
    Nov 18, 2011
    10
    I COULD NOT ENJOY THIS SHOOTER MORE THAN ANY OTHER! This and CRYSIS 2 have got to be the best shooters of the year! For the simple reason of trying to innovate! God, not to call of duty bash, but to compare, call of duty is so lame for lacking innovation. Battlefields movement system and physics go well beyond anything of this year and Crysis had the same inspiration in fast paced strategyI COULD NOT ENJOY THIS SHOOTER MORE THAN ANY OTHER! This and CRYSIS 2 have got to be the best shooters of the year! For the simple reason of trying to innovate! God, not to call of duty bash, but to compare, call of duty is so lame for lacking innovation. Battlefields movement system and physics go well beyond anything of this year and Crysis had the same inspiration in fast paced strategy and nano suit handling as well as the movement system of a GOD for a game. So hands down, this deserves maximum score, because in the end, this is what we want more of, and this is what we should encourage for the direction of interaction in games.… Expand
  18. Bush_Killa-73
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Battlefield 3 respresents a series which has been the only real choice if you want variet & scale in your fps games. It introduces new features & animations with a lighting system that just blows you away. This is as good as a game game look on 6 yers old machines no doubt at all. Everything can be blown up & destroyed & you just feel every tank shell & bullet as it drops or flys by. JetsBattlefield 3 respresents a series which has been the only real choice if you want variet & scale in your fps games. It introduces new features & animations with a lighting system that just blows you away. This is as good as a game game look on 6 yers old machines no doubt at all. Everything can be blown up & destroyed & you just feel every tank shell & bullet as it drops or flys by. Jets & helicopters explode around you & its just completely overwhelming what they've achieved with it. I expected a lot * the game has delivered big time. The beauty is that it will only get better as they always tailor the games balance & iron out any kinks post release. I cant recommend it enough. Game of the year & the servers are going to be rammed until BF4. Bring on Strike At Karkand expasion pack with its even further enhanced destruction! Well done DICE youve outdone yourselves..… Expand
  19. evilneil
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    BF3 is epic in every way, it combines what made BF2 the best PC game of all time and adds on that, with tons of new stuff, awesome maps, amazing graphics and sound, and that BF game play that we all love and bringing back 64 players the way it was meant to be played.. BF3 is the only military FPS you should drop a dollah on...
  20. Forgiven1010
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is great, I love it and have played it for a little while now to say so. A completely different game then COD, it offers a very subtle break from the frantic action of that game. My only complaint, and I'm not gonna let it dictate my score for the game are the people that support this game. I feel like I'm back in elementary school when I start reading some of there comments.This game is great, I love it and have played it for a little while now to say so. A completely different game then COD, it offers a very subtle break from the frantic action of that game. My only complaint, and I'm not gonna let it dictate my score for the game are the people that support this game. I feel like I'm back in elementary school when I start reading some of there comments. It's easy to jump on bandwagons, but to be this hardcore is pretty pathetic. All in all I love the game, I highly recommend. If you're into big team battle multiplayer then by all means go and buy this.… Expand
  21. Dufase19089
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    BF3 raised the bar for teamwork, graphics, atmosphere, and all in all is a much deeper "experience" than MW3. You can argue progression systems, whatever, but they're pretty much similar. No, you'll never get the same k/d ratio on BF3 as MW3, but it's so much more than just gunning people down. They're two totally different experiences, and they both excel in what they're trying to do onBF3 raised the bar for teamwork, graphics, atmosphere, and all in all is a much deeper "experience" than MW3. You can argue progression systems, whatever, but they're pretty much similar. No, you'll never get the same k/d ratio on BF3 as MW3, but it's so much more than just gunning people down. They're two totally different experiences, and they both excel in what they're trying to do on the multiplayer level.The only thing that truly hurts BF3 is the fact that it had to be trimmed for consoles, but it's not BF's fault that consoles simply cannot handle it. It would have been like trying to port Crysis 1 without the CryEngine3. BF3 shows us that the end of this console generation is here, and that this generation is now holding back innovation and the future of games (seriously, wtf is the physics engine on MW? Am I the only one that is dissapointed that grenades dont move wood pallets or outright destroy them? Seriously, Source has better physics implemented in it) They're different animals... that's all- and lets be honest, BF3 does way more for the gaming community than MW, as it stands, will ever be able to do. BF3 will only get better from here as the expansions roll out.… Expand
  22. Nibiru
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Fantastic game! I love it. DICE did amazing with Battlefield 3 and there Frostbite engine. Call of duty MW3 cant even be compared to this. Battlefield 3 wins all hands downs. My uncle was in the Military and he said Battlefield war as close as war is in iraq and afganistan. My uncle and I love this game. Multiplayer and Singleplayer are great but the Multiplayer is my favorite withFantastic game! I love it. DICE did amazing with Battlefield 3 and there Frostbite engine. Call of duty MW3 cant even be compared to this. Battlefield 3 wins all hands downs. My uncle was in the Military and he said Battlefield war as close as war is in iraq and afganistan. My uncle and I love this game. Multiplayer and Singleplayer are great but the Multiplayer is my favorite with conquest. i cant wait for the back to karkand expansion… Expand
  23. lllFredolll
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    this game is very good, game of the year !!
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  24. deadpixel
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Woot planes trains and automobiles!!! Well, at least it has a couple of those. After buying MW3 and playing for hours I wanted to voice my opinion about how ripped off I felt. While these boys didn't deliver on the PC screenshots and vids they were showing at least it was all 100% effort given at trying to reinvent the wheel. And for that I'm hooking them up with a 10.
  25. MrCritical
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Really enjoying this game. It got some gerat Battlefield maps but there are some maps that are just trash like Operation Metro and Seine Crossing. I don't like that vehicles gets disabled so easy. What I also don't like about the game is the death skulls. They appear in the middle of your screen and on your minimap when a team-mate dies, it's really annoying. Best sound that I ever heardReally enjoying this game. It got some gerat Battlefield maps but there are some maps that are just trash like Operation Metro and Seine Crossing. I don't like that vehicles gets disabled so easy. What I also don't like about the game is the death skulls. They appear in the middle of your screen and on your minimap when a team-mate dies, it's really annoying. Best sound that I ever heard and I like that you can unlock think to specific weapons. One of the best thing in the game is the server browser it's so nice just to pick one and so easy. Having dedicated server and not P2P liek CoD also makes a huge differans. Really recommend it to everyone!… Expand
  26. Junyer
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I guess I will first start off by saying this game is AMAZING!!! Sure its not perfect, but it is close. I am totally loving the new Frostbite 2 engine, it brings so much to the table. I mean who doesn't like to take down whole buildings with some C4? Or fly in a massive battle! Or actually have to use team work to get a mission done. This game in my opinion is by far the most rounded offI guess I will first start off by saying this game is AMAZING!!! Sure its not perfect, but it is close. I am totally loving the new Frostbite 2 engine, it brings so much to the table. I mean who doesn't like to take down whole buildings with some C4? Or fly in a massive battle! Or actually have to use team work to get a mission done. This game in my opinion is by far the most rounded off shooter out there right now, and nothing about it feels COOKIE CUTTER like MW3! End of story BF3 is the shooter to have!… Expand
  27. zakolson5
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game has improved on everything from the last game in the series Bad Company 2. The inclusion of Jets only adds to the sense of battle scale and the feeling of being put into the war. The new weapon attachments and how you can add that flashlight, or RDS you just unlocked right in game without waiting is a very nice addition. The maps are all different and unique, nothing has beenThis game has improved on everything from the last game in the series Bad Company 2. The inclusion of Jets only adds to the sense of battle scale and the feeling of being put into the war. The new weapon attachments and how you can add that flashlight, or RDS you just unlocked right in game without waiting is a very nice addition. The maps are all different and unique, nothing has been revamped to make it more noob friendly which is a welcome addition. They innovated a lot including the new Frostbite 2 engine which plays and looks fantastic. Developers realized the true fans kept playing the last game way beyond release so they made more unlocks to keep you coming back. A great game that is truely addictive and a fun way to contribute to a team-based game which the gaming industry lacks in general.… Expand
  28. DrunkBall101
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Didn't think i could have more fun in a game then i did in BFBC2. Although the mutliplayer had a few hiccups during the first week everything is running smooth and i love this game.
  29. PogueMahoneMG
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I'm going with a full tilt 10 on this one. BF3 with the new Frostbite 2 engine delivers with a knock out punch. the maps are vast and engaging, the vehicles offer a variety of game play without being too overpowered. The unlock tree for each class has you returning the the BF3 nipple to suckle each weapon or attachment. Each weapon has a learning curve where you need to find that sweetI'm going with a full tilt 10 on this one. BF3 with the new Frostbite 2 engine delivers with a knock out punch. the maps are vast and engaging, the vehicles offer a variety of game play without being too overpowered. The unlock tree for each class has you returning the the BF3 nipple to suckle each weapon or attachment. Each weapon has a learning curve where you need to find that sweet spot for long range engagements because of the bullet drop. OH yeah baby, bullet drop! With the addition of Battlelog online, you can track your soldiers progression and admire those sweet ass tags you've taken. Battlefield really has come back and created a game worthy of the numeral 3 to follow the Battlefield franchise. two thumbs up, a wink, a nod, and three jazz snaps. BF3 delivers.… Expand
  30. zarathoostra
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is awesome. Great addition to the BF franchise. Flying jets? check. Driving tanks? check. Best FPS multiplayer ever? check.

    Only downside to this game are the players who refuse to play as a team, and players that camp vehicle spawn points.
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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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