Battlefield: Bad Company

 Xbox 360
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 325 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 219 out of 325
  2. Mixed: 69 out of 325
  3. Negative: 37 out of 325
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  1. JohnS.
    Jun 27, 2008
    10
    How in the world do games like this keep getting made? Doesn't anyone playtest them first, outside of the designers that is? Dialogue is horrible, the field of view seems smashed and flat, and the player's movement is not very realistic. This is no better than the previous Battlefields, although they did do their best to rip off Call of Duty. I also find it amusing that the How in the world do games like this keep getting made? Doesn't anyone playtest them first, outside of the designers that is? Dialogue is horrible, the field of view seems smashed and flat, and the player's movement is not very realistic. This is no better than the previous Battlefields, although they did do their best to rip off Call of Duty. I also find it amusing that the design team and associates are posting good reviews under various aliases here. Just read the highest-rated comments, and notice the similarities in grammar and writing style. Nice try boys. And your a spastic… Expand
  2. JohnnyG
    Mar 22, 2009
    10
    People whining about realism obviously haven't played a Battlefield game before. And what's the deal with you realism freaks anyway, REALISM PLAYS WORSE gameplay wise. Proning would not contribute anything extra to this game as it would only benefit the campers/snipers. This game plays like a dream online, I'd say it's a lot better than COD4s constant grenade spamming. People whining about realism obviously haven't played a Battlefield game before. And what's the deal with you realism freaks anyway, REALISM PLAYS WORSE gameplay wise. Proning would not contribute anything extra to this game as it would only benefit the campers/snipers. This game plays like a dream online, I'd say it's a lot better than COD4s constant grenade spamming. COD4 is for people who like to shoot people in the back, as you're constantly spawned behind the enemy. BF:BC is for people who enjoy good gameplay and team tactics.… Expand
  3. RolandS.
    May 28, 2008
    10
    This game is awesome. From the destructible environments to the graphics and sound - everything is just top notch. The MP is great, though I'd want to see Conquest-mode in there in addition to the awesome fun of Gold Rush. Great game!
  4. MischaB.
    Jun 15, 2008
    10
    Great game! very cinematic in gameplay. Extremely intense in battle sequences.
  5. BfbccRAzythebestever
    Jun 24, 2008
    10
    Probably the best fps out there right now. Call of duty 4 comes in a close 2nd with it tho with halo right behind it.
  6. JonasH.
    Jun 28, 2008
    10
    Steven L is wrong. The game is fantastic!!! Single player is fun and multiplayer is fast and furious!
  7. DanN.
    Jul 4, 2008
    10
    What can I say about this game other than it is one of the best all around FPS experiences I have played in a long time. The single player is fun and funny. However the multiplayer is where the game truly shines. Though there is only one type of game mode at this point (they are working on more) the simplicity of the mode allows for so many option. With Jeeps, Armored vehicles, boats, What can I say about this game other than it is one of the best all around FPS experiences I have played in a long time. The single player is fun and funny. However the multiplayer is where the game truly shines. Though there is only one type of game mode at this point (they are working on more) the simplicity of the mode allows for so many option. With Jeeps, Armored vehicles, boats, tanks, helicopters, destructible environments, unlockable weapons and items, Laser guided missiles, air strikes, and mortar fire, you never really have the same experience. The game truly brings out the feel of the battle and mass chaos can and generally always does ensue. With five different classes and more weapons to come in the future, with its one game mode, Battlefield Bad Company is truly a great experience.… Expand
  8. S.A.CITIZENU
    Jul 7, 2008
    10
    Um........ I like the um........ Game.... it is fun and also HELLO IM AMERICAN!
  9. BenjaminW
    Mar 21, 2009
    10
    Having played both Call of Duty and Bad Company I only wish they could bring the best of both together. The destructability of battlefield's landscapes and buildings with the unlocks available on COD. For me Bad Company wins hands down though, rather than just a death match, it has more strategy, much greater scope of vechles and better sqad play than COD. My favourite game ever!
  10. MikeM.
    Jan 21, 2010
    10
    I'm rating this game only on the single player aspect, as I don't play console first person shooters online due to the lack of decent control options compared to PC. Therefore my score doesn't take into account all the bugs that have apparently gone unfixed since release, which I agree is inexcusable. I bought COD4 about a week before Bad Company. Even though I was really I'm rating this game only on the single player aspect, as I don't play console first person shooters online due to the lack of decent control options compared to PC. Therefore my score doesn't take into account all the bugs that have apparently gone unfixed since release, which I agree is inexcusable. I bought COD4 about a week before Bad Company. Even though I was really enjoying COD 4, as soon as I started Bad Company, I didn't pick COD4 back up until finishing it. Solid voice acting and amusing characters in your squad, a simple but adequate story, enormous maps, all the drivable vehicles, almost everything can be destroyed or damaged structurally, even roads and ground get cratered...very impressive. Not up to par with other single player masterpieces like Bioshock or HL2 (or Deus Ex & System Shock 2 from way back), but not bad at all coming from a developer who has made a name for itself creating online-only games. Definitely worth the 20 bucks I spent for the single player experience. I'm looking forward to the sequel...I just hope it lasts longer, and that length won't just be due to backtracking or some other padding. Some urban environments, as already mentioned, would be a good idea also.… Expand
  11. ImajinS.
    Jun 18, 2008
    10
    Brilliant game! The multiplayer is by far the best I have played on X360 bar none. Definitely a must have.
  12. LanceM.
    Jun 19, 2008
    10
    Demo is great! Vehicles Are solid fun, as are the different classes.
  13. MattS.
    Jun 21, 2008
    10
    Not only are the physics and destruction perfect, but the graphics are amazing. The classes add extreme depth to the game.
  14. ConnorB.
    Jun 23, 2008
    10
    It seems lacking at first, but as you play you slowly realize the huge amounts of strategic depth this game offers. The multiplayer, while I've only played the demo, is incredibly deep. The level(s) is MASSIVE, and play more like a series of levels than single levels, since they're broken into objectives. I'm a battlefield vet, one of the few out there that is focused on It seems lacking at first, but as you play you slowly realize the huge amounts of strategic depth this game offers. The multiplayer, while I've only played the demo, is incredibly deep. The level(s) is MASSIVE, and play more like a series of levels than single levels, since they're broken into objectives. I'm a battlefield vet, one of the few out there that is focused on the fun and the teamplay instead of the "realism." although this may not match the realism offered by other battlefield titles, it completely trumps previous titles in terms of fun.… Expand
  15. TomL
    Jun 25, 2008
    10
    Welcome back, Battlefield.
  16. BrianS.
    Jun 27, 2008
    10
    I've played Call of Duty , Everything Call of Duty is missing battlefield makes up for. I just can't stop blowing things up!! Buy this and you will throw out your COD and GTA.
  17. AnttiA.
    Jun 28, 2008
    10
    Great game. Single player is surprisingly good. The only bad part is the respawning system, which sometimes respawns you quite far from action. Enemies that have been shot once stay dead, even if you die. This makes the game a bit easier, and not so much frustrating as some parts in Cod4. The multiplayer is where the game really shines. Eight great maps, lots of guns, lots of vehicles, Great game. Single player is surprisingly good. The only bad part is the respawning system, which sometimes respawns you quite far from action. Enemies that have been shot once stay dead, even if you die. This makes the game a bit easier, and not so much frustrating as some parts in Cod4. The multiplayer is where the game really shines. Eight great maps, lots of guns, lots of vehicles, lots of things blowing up. The destruction is really unique and changes how you play the FPS genre. I wish there will be DLC pack of new maps, it´s definitely something I will buy right away..… Expand
  18. GordonC
    Jun 28, 2008
    10
    Battlefield Bad company is a true masterpiece, online is addicting and the single player surprises and comes out as a good road movie esque adventure. The amount of polish put in by the devs is truly outstanding. StevenL; Alright so you like call of Duty 4 and it hurts your feelings to see another game get recognition for it´s qualities. Get over it.
  19. EvanH.
    Jun 29, 2008
    10
    To be honest, this has to be one of the best shooters I've ever played, and up there with the Halo games and Half-Life 2. The only thing that I could have wished for is maybe some weapon customization in the multiplayer like in CoD4. Otherwise, this game blows CoD4 into the water and then back out. Come on, the only innovative thing that CoD4 did was let you shoot through walls, and To be honest, this has to be one of the best shooters I've ever played, and up there with the Halo games and Half-Life 2. The only thing that I could have wished for is maybe some weapon customization in the multiplayer like in CoD4. Otherwise, this game blows CoD4 into the water and then back out. Come on, the only innovative thing that CoD4 did was let you shoot through walls, and not let you blow a hole in them. Also, the single player has a good story that's extremely funny with an awesome ending. Also, by the way... Did I mention that the single-player was pretty much nonlinear?… Expand
  20. PaulS
    Jun 30, 2008
    10
    Excellent game (well multiplayer anyway - this is so addictive I have not even tried the single player yet). Lag can be a bit of a problem down here in NZ - but also the case with COD4. Steve L - come on - get a life. Do you really believe that crap you're spouting???
  21. AppleBees
    Jul 30, 2008
    10
    This is probably 15 times better than CoD4.
  22. Mack
    Aug 1, 2009
    10
    Bad Company has to be one of the best multiplayer experiences possible. The multiplayer has persistent stats and rankings that will keep you playing. Although, once you reach level 25, there's not much more incentive, besides your skill level. But every other time you level up, you earn 1 credit used to unlock new weapons/equipment. For each class there are 2 weapons to unlock, 1 Bad Company has to be one of the best multiplayer experiences possible. The multiplayer has persistent stats and rankings that will keep you playing. Although, once you reach level 25, there's not much more incentive, besides your skill level. But every other time you level up, you earn 1 credit used to unlock new weapons/equipment. For each class there are 2 weapons to unlock, 1 equipment (such as a tracer gun, etc.), 1 special weapon per class (for doing different things like subscribing to the newsletter or registering another BF game), and 1 extra weapon per class that you unlock for reaching level 25. Oh, and did I mention you can blow S*** up? Enemy hiding behind a wall? No problem, blow that wall open and mow 'em down. Multiplayer: 10 There's not much to say about singleplayer but here goes. This is the first time that a BF game has actually had a good singleplayer(no more bot matches). And I have to say they did quite good. The story is interesting, there's funny dialogue(if sometimes annoying), and destructable enviroments. Singleplayer: 9.5.… Expand
  23. Kyle
    Jan 26, 2010
    10
    I still play this games multiplayer to this day. It's a great game just like the battlfield series. Online multiplayer is so fun when you have four friends defending the objective tactical style. And the sound is just fanatic. Destruction is also great too. Instead of going through doors, just say "fuck it" and blow a hole in the wall! :)
  24. SpencerN.
    Jun 11, 2008
    10
    Amazing, Hard to realize what's going on at first, but once you do are immediately sucked in. The Campaign provides some good laughs for some very serious missions. Top Notch game.
  25. RichardL.
    Jun 12, 2008
    10
    Played the demo today, it is incredible that you can drive vehicles such as tanks, humvees and boats as well as choosing from 5 classes or soldier. on the demo you are restricted to only a few weapons but these are still good enough to show off the effort put into Bad Company. I found the realism most important, in other games you could stand behind a wall as tanks fired shell after shell Played the demo today, it is incredible that you can drive vehicles such as tanks, humvees and boats as well as choosing from 5 classes or soldier. on the demo you are restricted to only a few weapons but these are still good enough to show off the effort put into Bad Company. I found the realism most important, in other games you could stand behind a wall as tanks fired shell after shell into it and not be harmed. in this game however, if you are fired at when behind a wall, the wall will be destroyed along with you! Certainly one of best games for Xbox 360 so far. Buy!… Expand
  26. JesusChrist
    Jun 24, 2008
    10
    Anyone who gives this lower than an 8 just doesn't know how to play fps and therefore should suck a dick
  27. IanC
    Jun 29, 2008
    10
    My favourite game of all time, that's having played video games for over 20 years now. Battlefield was always special for me, old school gaming with a modern face, guns and vehicles, what could be better? Great offline, unbeatable offline (even CoD4 doesn't match the FUN of this), I may never need to buy a game ever again. DICE, I love you.
  28. AaronB
    Aug 13, 2008
    10
    10 for an EA game, from me. I've blasted them in the past but quite frankly they hit the sweet spot with this title. DICE should be applauded for what they have achieved with this game. It looks incredible, plays beautifully, the single player is great, giving you a good grounding in all the classes and special weapon uses. Online is definately were its at though....and wait for 10 for an EA game, from me. I've blasted them in the past but quite frankly they hit the sweet spot with this title. DICE should be applauded for what they have achieved with this game. It looks incredible, plays beautifully, the single player is great, giving you a good grounding in all the classes and special weapon uses. Online is definately were its at though....and wait for it....wait for it...theres NO lag. Congrats EA - it would appear that after all these years of milking franchises till there is nothing left, ripping off the gaming community and generally producing shit quality games you have come to your senses. I'm sold again on EA after this. Army of Two still sucked though. Oh and to Kevin F. below, that was the EA of past- and 2 months ago I would have agreed with your comments. Conquest is available to download free, and its superb. They have even updated the maps and lighting/weather effects on 4 of them specifically for conquest mode..yes there is no prone but the game is well balanced without it- don't let that put you off thats for sure. EA has regained some respect from me and that really is a bloody surprise to me I can tell you. Pick this one up for sure.… Expand
  29. DavisS
    Nov 26, 2009
    10
    This is easily one of my most favorite games ever. While the single player may have some AI issues with your squadmates, it still has a cool story and fun missions. Where this game really shines is its multiplayer, its simply addicting. With the addition of the conquest game mode on the xbox live marketplace as a free download, former battlefield fans like me can play this game just like This is easily one of my most favorite games ever. While the single player may have some AI issues with your squadmates, it still has a cool story and fun missions. Where this game really shines is its multiplayer, its simply addicting. With the addition of the conquest game mode on the xbox live marketplace as a free download, former battlefield fans like me can play this game just like the old battlefields. The new gold rush mode, while different, is still loads of fun. Its basically attack and defend, but your defending/attacking gold crates instead of something like a base. All in all id give the singleplayer probably a 9/10, but the multiplayer gives this game a 10. Id definitely recommend it to anyone who likes semi-realistic shooters.… Expand
  30. PabloR
    Mar 12, 2009
    10
    "More Criticism than it Actually Deserves" Everysingle bad reviewer looked at the game, and then looked at the most realistic game on the market, and compared it to that other game, they're comparing it as if it were supposed to be super realistic but the game was designed to be more fun than realistic, but maintain a bit of reality into it. Weapons are fun as hell to use, the "More Criticism than it Actually Deserves" Everysingle bad reviewer looked at the game, and then looked at the most realistic game on the market, and compared it to that other game, they're comparing it as if it were supposed to be super realistic but the game was designed to be more fun than realistic, but maintain a bit of reality into it. Weapons are fun as hell to use, the campaign could be made into a movie, and the graphics are awesome. The grainy textures were meant to be put into the game. When you look around and stuff it's too quick though, even though this can be changed, most games keep it at a more realistic level, but then again, as a soldier fighting this is how quick you might move your gun most of the times, but other than this it deserves a 9.5. Controls weren't too good, realism was average but the game wasn't designed or made to be perfect 10/10 realistic. Graphics were superb, and the campaign was also superb. But, one thing that probably confused a lot of people that it seemed more of a multiplayer match, you kill 30 people, die, then respawn and still those 30 people are gone. But, the game was designed to be difficult and plus in a map you probably face more enemies than you would in a simlilar game. Every aspect of this game was meant to be made in a certain way, the controls were the only problem. There are too many reviews where people are complaining as if they are reviewing a game and expecting it to be 100 percent realistic. Play the game, think, than rate. Since I can't give it a 9.5, I'm gonna give it a 10/10.… Expand
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83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 70 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 61 out of 70
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 70
  3. Negative: 0 out of 70
  1. NTSC-uk
    70
    While not a complete success, Battlefield: Bad Company has many plus points, and provides a limited but fun single-player campaign that, while not wholly original, does have some memorable moments.
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  2. Game Informer
    93
    The extreme polish evident in the final product makes it all worthwhile. Both single- and multiplayer shine - at long last redeeming DICE for the crappy bot-fests offline players had to endure in previous games in the series. [July 2008, p.82]
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  3. Gameplanet
    90
    It may lack the finesse in the single-player that some similar titles have, but it does a great job of making you feel the part as you roll into combat with guns blazing, your squad hooting and bellowing behind you. Add to this the multiplayer which is well rounded and realistic, yet big on the fun, and you have a great experience which could ultimately have you playing for months and months.
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