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

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

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



    "This game is hideous."

    "Beautiful graphics don't makes this game good"

    "map are ridicolous small"


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

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

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

    "play batman"

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

    SIMPLY AWESOME!

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

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

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

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

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

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

    This is a military shooter with advanced physics, gritty realism and no-holds-barred combat. Two guys can shoot at each-other and both die. That doesn't happen in rival shooters. This game will continue to mean a lot to people long after the fanfare has faded, long after the bribes of reviews have been long spent. 8.5, 9.5, all insignificant to people who will dump 500 hours of time into this game with glee. Go play a game that gets rated 9.5 for 10 hours and toss it in the trash. This game is beyond being reviewed, it needs no judgment . This is what it is, and its ****ing awesome.
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Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 57 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 53 out of 57
  2. Negative: 0 out of 57
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.