Battlefield 3

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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2223 Ratings

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  1. 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
  2. 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!
  3. Cuauhtblanco
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    This game overall is a really good game. The graphics are amazing but still faces glitches. Will playing the Campaign I actually enjoyed, not the best I have seen but it was good. The one thing I can say though is that the servers are just terrible hopefully thats is fixed soon. Overall its a really good game with and outstanding Multiplayer.
  4. 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= ****
  5. 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!
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. Fickelbra
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    DICE put forth a great effort for this title. I will start off by saying that this title has been riddled with issues since launch. Issues with multiplayer have been rampant, from servers being down, to voice chat on PS3 being choppy, etc. The takeway from these issues however is the fact that despite how frustrating they can be, I simply cannot justify putting the game down. The graphicsDICE put forth a great effort for this title. I will start off by saying that this title has been riddled with issues since launch. Issues with multiplayer have been rampant, from servers being down, to voice chat on PS3 being choppy, etc. The takeway from these issues however is the fact that despite how frustrating they can be, I simply cannot justify putting the game down. The graphics look a lot better and brighter, while at the same time the darks are a lot darker and ominous. There is so much depth and customization involved in the multiplayer that the game is hard to put down. Do you feel like sniping, healing? Perhaps a tank is more your style, or a jet, or a helicopter? Grab a gunner seat if you can't pilot. Or perhaps you want to boogie around the landscape with little more than 4 wheels and a prayer. Got that too. The real value in Battlefield is that there are so many strategies and ways to approach a specific map or firefight, and all of them are pretty damned fun. I have no tried single player yet, but I have never cared about single player in any Battlefield game. To me, it simply goes against what Battlefield began as; a great multiplayer experience that allows you to conduct what is arguably the closest demonstration of a war scenario to date. Finally, does it stack up with Modern Warfare 3? I don't know, it depends on how much you like Modern Warfare 2, because that is all that 3 is. Developer DICE rolled the dice with this game, and overall I think time will show they chose wisely with this endeavor.… Expand
  9. 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
  10. Abingor
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    The campaign plot is not so good but the Multiplayer section is definitely awesome. But I think EA can build a training scene for noobs so they know how to use those jet fighters and vehicles instead of wasting those tactical advantages like crap.

    Frostbite 2 - Huge leap on the graphics effects. EA finally ditched Windows XP/DirectX 9 support, I'd say this is very brave and great act.
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. Faux
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    The single player is short, uninspired, and contains few "water cooler" moments. That said, it is completely playable. Don't purchase this game unless you want the multi-player experience.

    The X-box/PS3 experience online is a mixed bag- The pros are the combined arms feel of combat, the variety of maps and game modes, and most importantly the player base. The cons are the unlock    The single player is short, uninspired, and contains few "water cooler" moments. That said, it is completely playable. Don't purchase this game unless you want the multi-player experience.

    The X-box/PS3 experience online is a mixed bag- The pros are the combined arms feel of combat, the variety of maps and game modes, and most importantly the player base. The cons are the unlock system, the 24 player max, and the unlock system.

    The highlights of the game occur when you are in a squad of people who are all talking to each other as you move across a map- in my case we took cover in a concrete building only to have a tank burst through the wall. We scattered, shouting "TANK", as the world exploded in shattered concrete and rebar around us. Those moments make the game worth the score alone.

    The downside is that new players will find themselves staring into the dark, or into rubble-strewn streets, through iron sites while veterans are peering back through a bipod-stabilized, thermal-vision rifle with a heavy barrel. You'll hop in a tank to rumble across a battlefield with your basic canon as a tank on the other side of the map is firing image-enhanced guided munitions on you. There's a sense of unfairness about it.    … Expand
  15. HELLBOUND
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    Accidently posted my review for PC but i'm sure the same applies, so here it goes.
    Overall, Battlefield 3 is a good game. It repairs the flaws of the bad company series while upgrading on the good things, however, there's still some good with bad. While destroying a tank, chopper, or jet won't always render you a kill, it's also nice that the pilot of the vehicle has a chance to escape    Accidently posted my review for PC but i'm sure the same applies, so here it goes.
    Overall, Battlefield 3 is a good game. It repairs the flaws of the bad company series while upgrading on the good things, however, there's still some good with bad. While destroying a tank, chopper, or jet won't always render you a kill, it's also nice that the pilot of the vehicle has a chance to escape before death. The graphics are amazing even in multiplayer(where the bad company series seemed to have dumbed itself down a bit). The explosions are almost realistic and the destruction of buildings is almost jaw dropping to watch, yet feel a bit limited compared to the destruction in bad company series, in that it's much harder to blow a wall out. That said, it's also a bit more realistic in that aspect. The bullet drop and having to lead targets makes the combat aspects of the game more enjoyable for players like me that understand you're not gonna shoot the guy running across your screen half the map away in the head if you try shooting where he is instead of where he'll be. My issues with the game fall under seperate aspects. The coop. is weak at best, and the campaign feels a bit cod'esk in it's linear playstyle, yet it's still less linear than cod, but more so than the bad company series, still, having a campaign at all in a series that with 1942, vietnam, bf2, and 2142 never had a campaign, it's nice to see they put themselves in that realm and did so in a way to make them a strong competetor against the fps giant that is the cod series. With multiplayer my issues aren't with graphics, physics, or anything like that, but fall more in line with the guns and sites themselves. For instance a sniper will have to compete with bullet drop, where as a player with an assault rifle, shotgun with slugs, smg, or lmg seem to have much less issues with bullet drop. The sniper must aim above you to hit you at a certain distance, yet that guy with the saw can aim staight at you from the same distance and still hit you. it's almost rediculous how accurate weapons like saws and 240s are yet weapons like m4s and m16s are less accurate, which in my experience is just the opposite, bipod or not. Then you come into sites such as the unlocked site for each weapon which is labelled as a night vision sight, yet gives you the view of a thermal site, but yet is still blinded by flashlights and laser pointers the way and actual night vision site would be. It's a bit confusing. Perhaps one of the patches that dice releases should fix the bullet drop of non-snip weapons to be realistic, and perhaps they should give night vision sites the green hue of actual night vision and perhaps add thermal as another site that isnt' blinded by lights and lasers. Oh, and what's up with being blinded by flash lights in broad day light, while standing out in the sun??? Anyone else catch that?? Overall though, battlefield 3 is quite an enjoyable game besides the campaign and coop. As a matter of fact, I can't bring myself to keep playing the same old boring coop rounds over and over again in order to unlock all those weapons. The only one of them that really seems worth it anyway was the rex. Apart from that, I've already pulled several hours out of the game, and still have yet to make a dent in the amount of weapons, gadgets, perks, and vehicle unlocks their are in this game. So i'm knocking off half a point for each of the issues that I have with it. -0.5 for bullet drop on non-snip weapons(not realistic), -0.5 for sites and accuracy of weapons(not realistic), -0.5 for a short campaign(though it's suprising to me for a battlefield to even have a campaign), -0.5 for the weak at best coop. Overall 8. I enjoy it quite a bit, and with the back to karkand map pack we're not only getting 4 new maps, but 3 new vehicles(probably tied specifically to these maps), and 10 new weapons. Lets just hope they bring back the sip line from the battlefield 2 expansion. That would put a whole new twist on a game like this.    … Expand
  16. Bosniak
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    My favorite game in the battlefield series is bc2. The game had hilarious characters, a great physics system, and movie-like pacing. The multiplayer had a great sense of teamwork, like all battlefield games, and the controls were greatly improved from DICEs last game. When I went into Battlefield 3, I expected an advancement of the last bad company game, but bf3 is an entirely differentMy favorite game in the battlefield series is bc2. The game had hilarious characters, a great physics system, and movie-like pacing. The multiplayer had a great sense of teamwork, like all battlefield games, and the controls were greatly improved from DICEs last game. When I went into Battlefield 3, I expected an advancement of the last bad company game, but bf3 is an entirely different game, combining elements of all the previous battlefield games. The campaign may need polish, but it does a good job of showing off the engines dynamic lighting and cosmetic damage. The multiplayer is a great experience and free dlc with the limited addition doesn't hurt either. The co-op lacks depth, but its still a fun playthrough with a friend and overall the game is worth its price. I know some people might not have had their desires filled by the hype of this game, but for battlefield fans in general, it is a great title and a great successor to the franchise.… Expand
  17. PriceofShadows
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    Piece of junk and insult for BF fans.Totally overhyped game.

    - burn out contrast/bloom/hdr and no way to town it down - it hurts yours eyes and its impossible to spot enemies which look most of the time like background or like your teammates, people shot you out of nowhere from pitch black shadows - blinding lights from sun - lensflare, blinding lights from flashlights, lasers - very    Piece of junk and insult for BF fans.Totally overhyped game.

    - burn out contrast/bloom/hdr and no way to town it down - it hurts yours eyes and its impossible to spot enemies which look most of the time like background or like your teammates, people shot you out of nowhere from pitch black shadows
    - blinding lights from sun - lensflare, blinding lights from flashlights, lasers - very annoying and lame
    - tiny maps with chokepoints
    - soldiers and vehicles move too fast
    - autohealing for vehicles, unlimited ammo
    - recon useless - no camouflage for recon, silly scope flare giving your position away
    - ugly gray/bluish color cast on some maps
    - env. not as destructive as in BC2

    Most of maps are tiny, graphics is ugly(contrast bloom hdr way over the top) and hurts your gameplay and eyes, difficult to spot enemies because of too much contrast and and too dark shadows.I was big BF series fan owned BF2,BF2142,BFBC2 but BF3 totally sucks, tiny maps make you feel you play Unreal Tournmanet and not battlefield.Disappointment of the year :(    … Expand
  18. 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.
  19. DJRobNM
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    Battlefield 3 probably deserves this higher rating because it is something different than what the COD people have been repackaging every year.

    It is the most fun multiplayer shooter on the market which is why I bought the game, but not without its flaws. The single player is only so-so, battlelog/matchmaking is frustrating (as is almost any system outside Xbox Live, why the hell do they    Battlefield 3 probably deserves this higher rating because it is something different than what the COD people have been repackaging every year.

    It is the most fun multiplayer shooter on the market which is why I bought the game, but not without its flaws.

    The single player is only so-so, battlelog/matchmaking is frustrating (as is almost any system outside Xbox Live, why the hell do they do this?, Why can't I just play against my friends?), and the idea that secondary users will need to purchase an online pass is just another way of ruining its resale value.

    Shame on both EA and Activision for trying to squeeze even more money out of consumers.    … Expand
  20. Billyheel
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    Battlefield 3 proves to be a good FPS, but is it "Above and Beyond the Call?" Having no connection to its predecessor, Battlefield 3 manages to whip up a story and make it somewhat believable. A cliche storyline and spotty humor, Battlefield 3 puts together a jigsaw story and tries to make it stick. The characters are annoying, and this makes for an unimaginable and frustrating storyBattlefield 3 proves to be a good FPS, but is it "Above and Beyond the Call?" Having no connection to its predecessor, Battlefield 3 manages to whip up a story and make it somewhat believable. A cliche storyline and spotty humor, Battlefield 3 puts together a jigsaw story and tries to make it stick. The characters are annoying, and this makes for an unimaginable and frustrating story that will turn off even the most diehard Battlefield fans. But, that's not what makes Battlefield is it? The multiplayer returns, following almost identically to Bad Company 2 in almost every facet. From the game modes, to the weapon sounds, this game does everything identical to BC2. The game does feel fresh though, upgraded with a new graphics engine and a new destruction engine. The game does impress in more than one way online, especially when it comes to the combat. The jets and tanks make a triumphant comeback and manages to be quite balanced for the online warfare. The destruction engine holds up well online, but not close to the standard that is in the single-player. At times, the game can feel unbalanced and spotty. The destruction engine seems to work at times, and refuses to work at others. The destruction engine also causes glitches and awkward deaths following combat. The game is good and it manages to stay fresh, even though the similarities with its predecessor being obvious. Not a bad game, and I would recommend it to anyone; especially the online. The single player is a pass for most players, and multiplayer is a dime; making for a solid 8 for an FPS.… Expand
  21. 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.
  22. severyn71
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    This game is just p[lain disappointing for all the hype it received and I have played BF since 1942 and I am not at all impressed! Graphics don't make the game, game play and solid controls make the game and this lacks both!
  23. 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.
  24. Righteous
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    As many have heard, this game was supposed to be the "CoD killer". But, no matter how much I love this game, I know it's not. But it's a step in the right direction. I have not had much time to play the campaign so I'm going to not comment on it, but let's face facts. Call of Duty is not a heavy hitter because of campaign. It's mainly multiplayer that will decide what game is played more.As many have heard, this game was supposed to be the "CoD killer". But, no matter how much I love this game, I know it's not. But it's a step in the right direction. I have not had much time to play the campaign so I'm going to not comment on it, but let's face facts. Call of Duty is not a heavy hitter because of campaign. It's mainly multiplayer that will decide what game is played more. I'm not going to talk much about Call of Duty and from what I have played it's about average. The multiplayer feels very uninspired, I feel they have been milking the same cow from Modern Warfare. The last game I played was Modern Warfare 2, and it felt the same, but less.... fun? I was a huge fan of Modern Warfare, let me say, and I played it to death. I never bought Black Ops and have never heard any great praise for it. But this is a Battlefield review, so let's move on. When I heard about Battlefield for the first time, I was sitting in a Modern Warfare game, and my friend in the party was giving major acclaim to Battlefield Bad Company 2. I said "Meh." and moved on. After awhile I bought Bad Company 2. And I fell in love. With multiplayer. The campaign was hard to get into, but I was playing live so I didn't care. When Battlefield 3 came out, all of the signs of a fan-boy came out. But I'm not writing it like that. I know it has flaws. So my first impression while playing after the first day I had it was good. It had the Battlefield feel to it, it was very beautiful. The controls felt smooth, not as hectic and jerky as Call of Duty, but still fast paced in it's own special way. I played with my friend and we would talk and make strategy. It was a great time. But I have a beef with this game. Two of the classes are very over powered. Support and Engineer. RPGs flying around my head constantly is very annoying. And when they stand over a ammo drop, hey look.... unlimited rockets flying around. Not fun. I love the game, but sometimes I feel encumbered by reaction times. There is also way to much dead space in the maps. It works for the PC because of the ability of more players in a match, but not here. Once you get into the action though, you feel that sense of urgency. Al the lighting effects add to the feel, and it makes you feel immersed into the game. It has it's ups and downs. I love this game, but it gets on my nerves sometimes.… Expand
  25. NickyJ56k
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    I would like to change my previous rating of a 6 to a 9. I shouldn't review a game after only playing ten minutes of it. Now that I've played this game everyday for the past week, I can tell you without a doubt that I love it now. At first I was skeptical, but I just had to get used to the controls and the gameplay. I basically had to shed my Call of Duty-scales and acclimate toI would like to change my previous rating of a 6 to a 9. I shouldn't review a game after only playing ten minutes of it. Now that I've played this game everyday for the past week, I can tell you without a doubt that I love it now. At first I was skeptical, but I just had to get used to the controls and the gameplay. I basically had to shed my Call of Duty-scales and acclimate to Battlefield, and now that I have, I can honestly say that this is a great game. Definitely the most realistic military FPS I've ever played.… Expand
  26. jshuman84
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    Great game. Single player is lacking but mp us where its at! Dice has added a COD feel to the game to cater to COD players as my self.Keep up the good work!
  27. 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
  28. 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
  29. 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
  30. 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
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Awards & Rankings

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#30 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#4 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#17 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2011

Critic Reviews

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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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