Battlefield 3

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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2223 Ratings

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  1. B3ckett
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    The campaign sucks and I turned it off after roughly 30 minutes. But it's not why we buy BF, is it? :)
    The multiplayer is addicting, the maps are astonishing, classes are balanced, fighter jest roaring over your head with choppers spraying rockets at them (or you, if you're in bad luck), the sounds of the battlefield, the visuals... all contribute to an incredible online experience flawed    The campaign sucks and I turned it off after roughly 30 minutes. But it's not why we buy BF, is it? :)
    The multiplayer is addicting, the maps are astonishing, classes are balanced, fighter jest roaring over your head with choppers spraying rockets at them (or you, if you're in bad luck), the sounds of the battlefield, the visuals... all contribute to an incredible online experience flawed by few technical issues and that campaign.

    I know it doesn't look like on a high-end PC platform, but hey... who can spend ~900 bucks on his gaming rig to enjoy all of that beauty? Not me.
    I prefer steady (well mostly) 30 fps on the console, pad in my hand (well except aming with the stick) and beer on the side :)

    A must buy for all BF fans and people who prefer a bit more serious online play.    … Expand
  2. kiappariellos
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    Gran bel gioco, la storia in singolo e' superflua ed inutile, ma sul multyplayer il gioco va benone. qualche problema c'e qualche bug ,ma la grafica e' davvero bella.poche le modalita' .da rivedere alcune cose ma gioco godibilissimo
  3. MACT90
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Let start saying, so far I just spent like 30 minutes on the campaign, but then when I went to the multiplayer, I was stunning. I'm not a truly COD fan but I have the 2 last Modern Warfare and played them for hours.

    Well let me tell you guys, the multiplayer from BF3 is so fuc$% awesome, the vehicles, the guns, the graphics, the SOUND. Just amazing!!! So realistic than you can IMAGINE.    Let start saying, so far I just spent like 30 minutes on the campaign, but then when I went to the multiplayer, I was stunning. I'm not a truly COD fan but I have the 2 last Modern Warfare and played them for hours.

    Well let me tell you guys, the multiplayer from BF3 is so fuc$% awesome, the vehicles, the guns, the graphics, the SOUND. Just amazing!!! So realistic than you can IMAGINE. If EA and DICE had chose only to release the game without campaign, ALL the stats, critics and score would change for a 10/10. That    … Expand
  4. spetrario
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Battlefield 3 has stunning graphics and beautiful environments throughout campaign and multiplayer. The class type customization is a strategic but fair way to play your own way. The vehicles such as the jet are complicated but loads of fun to play with once you get the hang of it. The co-op campaign is by fay my favorite part of battlefield 3. It has fast paced yet engulfing missionBattlefield 3 has stunning graphics and beautiful environments throughout campaign and multiplayer. The class type customization is a strategic but fair way to play your own way. The vehicles such as the jet are complicated but loads of fun to play with once you get the hang of it. The co-op campaign is by fay my favorite part of battlefield 3. It has fast paced yet engulfing mission environments. All in all this is at least a solid 9… Expand
  5. ImaITGuy
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Starting off will have to state the obvious as I did in my MW3 review. Battlefield 3 and Modern Warfare 3 are 2 different games with 2 different types of play styles - do not hate on them for that. There is no rule that says you cant like both.

    Now - on to the review - My expectations were that this was going to be an upgrade over BFBC2 so I had my hopes up that this would be a bit    Starting off will have to state the obvious as I did in my MW3 review. Battlefield 3 and Modern Warfare 3 are 2 different games with 2 different types of play styles - do not hate on them for that. There is no rule that says you cant like both.

    Now - on to the review - My expectations were that this was going to be an upgrade over BFBC2 so I had my hopes up that this would be a bit better. Once I jumped into the game I soon realized that the developer and publisher both over delivered and under promised... I dont think they hyped this thing enough. Gameplay and Maps and Guns and Team Play are simply amazing, I found myself just literally running to areas of the map just to view it from a distance and watch the battle unfold beneath and around me. This game is TEAM oriented and if you come into it trying to play it as you would COD - where 1 person can hollywood it up - your going to get your ass handed to you. BF3 is about team work and objective oriented battle. Not going to go into alot of details as the game will stand on its own for a LONG time, much longer replay value here than MW3 will hope to have. Will just finish with this. Jets, Helicopters, Tanks, Jeeps, Bradleys, Infantry, Boats, and on and on.. Game is FANTASTIC    … Expand
  6. Hippieluver
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    This game is most likely the best FPS I have ever played. The multiplayer is absolutely spectacular, and the 30 FPS does not make any visible difference in framerate issues at all. Each one of the guns feels completely original, and new add-ons have been introduced, such as spotting drones, the merge of the medic and assault class, new vehicles, etc. The sound in this game is top notch,This game is most likely the best FPS I have ever played. The multiplayer is absolutely spectacular, and the 30 FPS does not make any visible difference in framerate issues at all. Each one of the guns feels completely original, and new add-ons have been introduced, such as spotting drones, the merge of the medic and assault class, new vehicles, etc. The sound in this game is top notch, and nothing sounds recycled.
    The only place the game is lacking is the singleplayer, but the absolutely amazing multiplayer completely over shadows that fact. And let's be honest, in a game like this, the singleplayer is not the most important thing on everyone's minds.    … Expand
  7. SmearierAnemone
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Definitely exceeded my expectations. I thought, "Oh, just another shooter..." but that wasnt the case. Its very fun if you play with friends and brings forth a fairly new experience. Graphic wise it looks 500x better than piece of **** COD(i used to own COD4 and MW2, and actually liked them until i played BF).Sure the beta sucked but they really turned the game around. Just read the MW3Definitely exceeded my expectations. I thought, "Oh, just another shooter..." but that wasnt the case. Its very fun if you play with friends and brings forth a fairly new experience. Graphic wise it looks 500x better than piece of **** COD(i used to own COD4 and MW2, and actually liked them until i played BF).Sure the beta sucked but they really turned the game around. Just read the MW3 reviews, let the user score do the talking to the biased fanboys.… Expand
  8. Kaiokhen
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Amazing game and made a huge improvement over time. Graphic looks amazing, weapon sounds are amazing the lighting is outstanding. However, there are couple of bugs from there and here. And also annoying Tactical sun light that shouldnt be shining your eyes in the daylight. The fun really compensate the bugs, lots of things to do such as destroying wall and flying and driving. Cannot get bored!
  9. nphemi
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Battlefield 3 has one of the greatest multiplayer games as far as realism goes. I cannot comment on Modern Warfare 3 as I have not played it. But I can see based on the 6.9 average that the reason why most of you Modern Warfare fan boys are effecting the score so much is because you are already tired of getting spawn killed by 13 killstreaks in a row by the dude who has 40 kills alreadyBattlefield 3 has one of the greatest multiplayer games as far as realism goes. I cannot comment on Modern Warfare 3 as I have not played it. But I can see based on the 6.9 average that the reason why most of you Modern Warfare fan boys are effecting the score so much is because you are already tired of getting spawn killed by 13 killstreaks in a row by the dude who has 40 kills already and 2 deaths. All of the Battlefiled players are to busy playing the game to bash on MW3. Dont get me wrong, I like MW3 but after playing BF3, I have to be in the mood for a faster paced arcade style shooter.… Expand
  10. IN547148L3
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    This game was great. Not perfect but great. The only problems I have with the games are glitchy knifing/vaulting through windows and the terrible terrible single player.
  11. rschnetzler
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Stunning visuals (Frostbite 2 Rocks). Everything you've come to know and love from the Battlefield legacy. Multiplayer is where it is at. Oh, the vehicles - from jeeps to jets, there's something for everyone.
  12. mccrevice
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Simply put: if you'd like a little realism and more variety in your military shooters, this is the game for you, bar none. Pros: Pretty (with the HD textures install), fully driveable tanks (complete with gunners), flyable helicopters (with gunners and passenger seats), fighter jets, anti air guns, more guns and unlocks than you can count.

    Cons: Server stability was bad on launch    Simply put: if you'd like a little realism and more variety in your military shooters, this is the game for you, bar none. Pros: Pretty (with the HD textures install), fully driveable tanks (complete with gunners), flyable helicopters (with gunners and passenger seats), fighter jets, anti air guns, more guns and unlocks than you can count.

    Cons: Server stability was bad on launch day/week, but has been ironed out. The Battlelog idea is nice, but not very well executed. Party play is broken in several ways.

    Excellent game all around.    … Expand
  13. BalkanCommie
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    this game is excellent, definitely a good investment. online is packed with action and has everything from tanks to helicopters to anti air to i can go on and on.

    this game is a great experience
  14. ltgeohann
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    BF games are made for multiplayer mode. you cannot rate this game for his solo.
    solo mode is a tutorial.
    BF3 make his job! the multiplayer is really immersive. we can really play with a team. very good game.
  15. TheGreatMr666
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    The is only two reason this game doesn't get a 10 from me. One being the fact that they said the world would be more breakable but as I see it not and there is nothing i hate more then being promised something and not being given it. I got that you need to sell you game but don't **** lie to do it. Two sever were not in good working order some release of the game. They have been worlkingThe is only two reason this game doesn't get a 10 from me. One being the fact that they said the world would be more breakable but as I see it not and there is nothing i hate more then being promised something and not being given it. I got that you need to sell you game but don't **** lie to do it. Two sever were not in good working order some release of the game. They have been worlking on them and making them better but the point of the beta was to fix that so they dropped the ball there. Now for all the **** they got right which would be the best multiplayer I have play in sometime. The key to winning is not run out by yourself but using the group to push up and take hold of you enemy, just as I think you would on a real battlefield. The fact that you can now not just speak with your squad but the whole as to tell different squads to watch out or move up adds tons to game play. The jets in air warfare with the helicopters is just amazing also adds to the overall feel of a real battlefield. The fact that they made the controls in a helicopter feel more real helps to keep the bull**** for BC2 from happening I enjoy too. All the addons for guns and vehicles make for interesting game play and the future looks good for the game. The first addon to the game come in December which is 4 new maps, 10 guns, 3 new vehicles also this is free if you bought the game new now like gears3 or mw3 which will ass rape you about 800 msps per 3 map packs. The way this game it meant to be played is with a less a group of 8 good friends because it the way i play and there is no better time playing online with my buds… Expand
  16. duluthdude
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    I bought this last night because I was pissed off at COD. I bought COD midnight release and literally had it sold on craigslist withing 18 hours of purchase. I played Bad Company 2 and didnt really care for it but I heard good things about this and gave it a try. It took me a while being a bid CoD fan but I got it and its a lot of fun. The level sizes are Amazing, would have given a 10 butI bought this last night because I was pissed off at COD. I bought COD midnight release and literally had it sold on craigslist withing 18 hours of purchase. I played Bad Company 2 and didnt really care for it but I heard good things about this and gave it a try. It took me a while being a bid CoD fan but I got it and its a lot of fun. The level sizes are Amazing, would have given a 10 but the single player and COOP are not great. However the Multiplayer is hands down the new king of FPS. Only fault I have found is its hard to jump out of windows sometimes, maybe a patch? Otherwise an EPIC multiplayer experience, thanks your my new franchise unless you dont attempt to improve on the previous years game! Thanks BF3!!!!… Expand
  17. PhiAlpha44
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    I've saved my review until the game has been out for a few weeks. Most of the early reviews were unfortunately based on server problems in the first week and a horrible, HORRIBLE free beta that was released weeks before the game release that allowed people to "sample" the game. Unfortunately the beta was flush with quirks and problems giving many people a very bad opinion of a game thatI've saved my review until the game has been out for a few weeks. Most of the early reviews were unfortunately based on server problems in the first week and a horrible, HORRIBLE free beta that was released weeks before the game release that allowed people to "sample" the game. Unfortunately the beta was flush with quirks and problems giving many people a very bad opinion of a game that hadn't been released yet. Well I'm happy to say the real game is NOTHING like the Beta. IMO they never should have released that Beta. The campaign is just "OK", the multiplayer is very engaging. I used to be a Call of Duty fan but that series is so stale and recycled, this game is a breath of fresh air. I also notice that younger gamers tend to lean toward Call of Duty while Battlefield tends to attract older gamers which I appreciate. I'm very happy with my purchase. This game definitely pushes the limits of what these old game consoles can do. I believe Battlefield 3 is the reality check that game developers can now produce better software than the hardware can handle and it's time for Microsoft to release a new Xbox.… Expand
  18. SkipperPenguin
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    The campaign is meh, but who are we kidding, who bought this for the campaign? I had high expectations for this game and it has exceeded my expectations. There are some issues that I wish they would address. Battlelog needs to actually work in concert with my Xbox Live, as opposed to being off on its own. For example, forming platoons should be something that can be done with my xbox liveThe campaign is meh, but who are we kidding, who bought this for the campaign? I had high expectations for this game and it has exceeded my expectations. There are some issues that I wish they would address. Battlelog needs to actually work in concert with my Xbox Live, as opposed to being off on its own. For example, forming platoons should be something that can be done with my xbox live account. I have a few issues with the spawning system, surely there has to be a way for the game to recognize that a camper has pitched his tent next to my spawn location (obviously I don't mean using a spawn beacon...that's a crap shoot and completely on me if I get killed spawning on a beacon), but spawning one one of our positions should not be so rigid that someone can just sit and stare at the spawn point. They should also add a training simulator for jets and helicopters...it just feels rude to the rest of your team to try and get on the job training. Otherwise, the game is fantastic. Strong multiplayer experience and incredibly deep unlock system.… Expand
  19. TheRazL
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    The campaign and co-op are nothing outstanding, but you buy a Battlefield game for the multiplayer, and this one delivers. Visuals and sound are top notch, particularly weapon sounds. Weapons and attachments each have a unique feel, and each class/weapon/attachment combination has a situation that it is suited for it. Vehicles are strong but easily countered. An Abrams tank is a force toThe campaign and co-op are nothing outstanding, but you buy a Battlefield game for the multiplayer, and this one delivers. Visuals and sound are top notch, particularly weapon sounds. Weapons and attachments each have a unique feel, and each class/weapon/attachment combination has a situation that it is suited for it. Vehicles are strong but easily countered. An Abrams tank is a force to be feared when supported by infantry to fend off RPG attacks, but alone it is easily killed. Point being, this game is very well balanced toward rewarding strategic, teamwork-based play. If that sounds appealing, then buy this game.… Expand
  20. GTODaddy73
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Well after getting a chance to play both of the "big releases" this year I have to say that the FPS winner is BF3. For the following reasons

    1. Large maps...yeah, yeah it slows down the game sometimes. Guess what that does....makes it more real. More room to move means more room to flank, over bound, shoot and communicate. 2. Better weapon physics and customization.....bullet    Well after getting a chance to play both of the "big releases" this year I have to say that the FPS winner is BF3. For the following reasons

    1. Large maps...yeah, yeah it slows down the game sometimes. Guess what that does....makes it more real. More room to move means more room to flank, over bound, shoot and communicate.

    2. Better weapon physics and customization.....bullet drop, loss of kinetic energy at range, shot guns that work past 50ft. For example you can get a 8x scope on your M16, but be prepared take a few shots before the guy goes down.....5.56 doesn't have knock down power over 350 yards. The fact that you can take a AK-74M and add a actual ACOG to it (once you've proved your worth with the weapon) is just cool.

    3. Varying MP sessions....Rush, fast paced survival fest that's a little TDM, a little capture the flag. Conquest, HQ style but the flag placements make you have to choose whether you stay and defend or chase down the next one. TDM......nuff said. Then, to top it off you got squad versions of this all.

    4. Vehicles.....powerful tools that aren't too overpowering and can be taken out with good team work, plus they all drive different and all have their strengths and weaknesses. (i.e. the M1 can take more hits but the T-90, or 72 cant remember, coax can almost shoot straight up for air defense).

    There are some issues that have to be worked out like getting in and out of some rooms on some of the maps and debris/object that should be easily scalable or movable being impossible to do either to. Overall though the game delivers a solid shot in the arm for the FPS genre of gaming will probably spend 90% of the holidays in my Xbox.    … Expand
  21. Viision11
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    After playing and disliking MW3, I have to say I will be spending most of my time online, with this game. It beats MW3 in almost every aspect. The only thing MW3 has going for it is a more user friendly UI. I enjoy FPS games, and Battlefield 3 really excels as a great multiplayer game. It is more difficult than CoD, and maybe because I am used to playing the run and gun style of CoD, butAfter playing and disliking MW3, I have to say I will be spending most of my time online, with this game. It beats MW3 in almost every aspect. The only thing MW3 has going for it is a more user friendly UI. I enjoy FPS games, and Battlefield 3 really excels as a great multiplayer game. It is more difficult than CoD, and maybe because I am used to playing the run and gun style of CoD, but it is REFRESHING. This game, in my opinion, will be a top contender for GOTY.… Expand
  22. nichollz
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Firstly I'm basing this review on multiplayer alone as I never play single player. Also am not a fanboy, I loved MW2 and WAW, never played BC2 but loved BC1. This is a fantastic game. Visually it's great, and maps are big enough that every game feels a bit different, which was never the case with COD. I also like the fact that there aren't all the silly COD perks that basically are used toFirstly I'm basing this review on multiplayer alone as I never play single player. Also am not a fanboy, I loved MW2 and WAW, never played BC2 but loved BC1. This is a fantastic game. Visually it's great, and maps are big enough that every game feels a bit different, which was never the case with COD. I also like the fact that there aren't all the silly COD perks that basically are used to save you're butt if you're not a good player in general. Not having cold blooded and stuff like that was uncomfortable at first but once you get used to the game it's brilliant and a far better gaming experience that any fps I've played before. It's refreshing to see people really trying to stick to the objective and not worrying too much about k/d ratio. Rush is also a great game mode.

    My real rating is 8.5, but can't so rounded it up. It would be a 9 but the re-spawn system is a little annoying, and helicopter third person view is annoying too. Recon also seems to be an underpowered class. A bit disappointed that the critics review give it less than MW2.5 but ultimately I'm pleased I didn't waste money on that (or BLOPS) and can enjoy BF3.    … Expand
  23. lightfast
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    Great multiplayer only let down by the xbox hardware. A few touch ups needed to the flash light but its won me over from cod. Well done. Cya on the battlefield
  24. Shadowthor99
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    A great game with an okay single player and an amzing multipalyer. Also there is co-op which is pretty good aswell. The game is realistic so that you can't sit there and fire a heavy machine gun from twenty feat away and overall it is a fun package that any fan should check out
  25. Zherneboh
    Nov 23, 2011
    9
    If you asked me a year ago if I would be playing either Battlefield 3 or MW3 this fall I would have thought the obvious choice was MW3, however this is not the case. Vehicular combat is what I always loved about BF, and that was always my big criticism on Call of Duty, but after 1942 and the years progressed I switched to CoD and had a lot of fun. This year the fans will speak andIf you asked me a year ago if I would be playing either Battlefield 3 or MW3 this fall I would have thought the obvious choice was MW3, however this is not the case. Vehicular combat is what I always loved about BF, and that was always my big criticism on Call of Duty, but after 1942 and the years progressed I switched to CoD and had a lot of fun. This year the fans will speak and hopefully BF will challenge CoD and force them to change up their formula. Kudos to Dice for not letting CoD become the next Madden. Now if only 2K Sports could do an NFL game.… Expand
  26. billybob52
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    The campaign for this game is obviously not the main point. People have been saying that the campaign was terrible but honestly i didn't think it was that bad. It still can't compare to call of duty's though. Co op is fun but still not the main point of the game. I really wish they could've added split-screen though. The co op feels made for split screen. The graphics of this game areThe campaign for this game is obviously not the main point. People have been saying that the campaign was terrible but honestly i didn't think it was that bad. It still can't compare to call of duty's though. Co op is fun but still not the main point of the game. I really wish they could've added split-screen though. The co op feels made for split screen. The graphics of this game are nowhere near as good as the PC version but I still think its the best looking game on the 360 if you download the texture pack.
    Multiplayer- This is the point of Battlefield 3. The maps are nice I like them better than BC2 and everything just feels a bit smoother than BC2. Sure there's a few glitches here and there but nothing real big.
    Customization in this game is much better. So much more guns and attachments that theres always something you can unlock soon. Makes the game much more addicting.
    Overall I love this game. The multiplayer in this game is unmatched. Though the campaign is a little dissapointing people will be playing this games excellent multiplayer for years to come.

    9/10    … Expand
  27. bork750
    Nov 19, 2011
    9
    Battlefield 3 is a refreshing take on the first person shooter genre, with destruction, massive online mulitplayer battles and co-op. However this is the first singleplayer in battlefield in terms of a true successor. Bad Company was experimental in this aspect as well, but was more of a console test. Since battlefield has always been a multiplayer game, the singleplayer is somewhatBattlefield 3 is a refreshing take on the first person shooter genre, with destruction, massive online mulitplayer battles and co-op. However this is the first singleplayer in battlefield in terms of a true successor. Bad Company was experimental in this aspect as well, but was more of a console test. Since battlefield has always been a multiplayer game, the singleplayer is somewhat lacking but that's not to say it isn't good. I thought the story was well done and the quicktime events were alright. I would have liked to see a more Crysis-like campaign but obviously this game out-shines any other when it comes to mulitplayer. In a market saturated with CoD games every single year, BF3 is something new and exciting. Vehicles; land, sea and air, and massive online battles, (24-console, 64-PC) make it stand out. Teamwork is also emphasized much more than other shooters and being 1st in a game doesn't mean you have to most kills thanks to being able to heal and revive team mates, repair vehicles and give out ammo cache as well as capturing points for your team. If you have a PC that can run it, BF3 will blow your mind graphically and gameplay-wise due to DX11 and the 64-players in one game.… Expand
  28. MIDACUS
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    This game is a must buy if you're not very good at games, the campaign holds your hand the entire time and the multplayer rewards you for throwing out unlimited health and ammo to your teammates. And that is why I love this game, its a game that you can relax and have fun with even if you're not very good. So please buy this game and enjoy all the crazy Battlefield moments, oh and playThis game is a must buy if you're not very good at games, the campaign holds your hand the entire time and the multplayer rewards you for throwing out unlimited health and ammo to your teammates. And that is why I love this game, its a game that you can relax and have fun with even if you're not very good. So please buy this game and enjoy all the crazy Battlefield moments, oh and play online so I can absolutely DESTROY you! 9/10… Expand
  29. bollo82
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    One of my first ventures into the world of FPS and I must say I'm very impressed. BF3 puts you right in the middle of intense multiplayer action that makes you feel like a real soldier. You can almost feel the weight of full military kit as you battle to control your weapon against opposition players all working towards a single goal. Communication with team mates is a must and with fourOne of my first ventures into the world of FPS and I must say I'm very impressed. BF3 puts you right in the middle of intense multiplayer action that makes you feel like a real soldier. You can almost feel the weight of full military kit as you battle to control your weapon against opposition players all working towards a single goal. Communication with team mates is a must and with four different player classes it is simple to establish an effective squad if you all work together and watch your partners back

    The single player campaign is so so but I can see myself playing the multiplayer long into the future.    … Expand
  30. COdietsch
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    First let me say the only reason I did not give this game a 10 is because I enjoy the campaign's as much as the multiplayer and it needed to be longer. Now for the multiplayer, if you are a Battlefield or Bad Company fan you don't need my opinion to buy this game because you already know it's awesome. I still play the older games from time to time. I just wrote a review on MW3 and let'sFirst let me say the only reason I did not give this game a 10 is because I enjoy the campaign's as much as the multiplayer and it needed to be longer. Now for the multiplayer, if you are a Battlefield or Bad Company fan you don't need my opinion to buy this game because you already know it's awesome. I still play the older games from time to time. I just wrote a review on MW3 and let's just say that I am glad I only rented it, sold Black Ops.... boring, uneventful... figure it out on MW4 maybe. Back to Battlefield 3, not only is every piece of this game awesome but the new Back to Kirkland has already been rated awesome. And between the Tanks, Jets, Helicopters.... destructive.... better than BFBC2... a longer campaign is the only thing that could have made this game better. Hey, I also hear they are making a BF4...… Expand
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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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