User Score
3.2

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 860 Ratings

User score distribution:
Buy Now
Buy on

Review this game

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
  1. Nov 24, 2018
    0
    I'll give it a zero since I was going to purchase this game, looked very much forward to dropping the cash for it yet the EA Creative Officer called customers ignorant.

    Well, fine, his opinion. Mine is to never purchase an EA game again until he's fired/sacked.

    What away to ruin a great series (course talking original Battlefield before they turned it into COD and ruined it forever).
  2. Nov 25, 2018
    0
    so brazenly rewriting history because of feminism ... Game developers are already openly feeding us crap.
  3. Nov 18, 2018
    2
    Ignoring all the past controversy, is this game fun? Answer: no. The game balance is terrible, as only two of the classes are worth playing. The content is poor, with large amounts just recycled from BF1, eg the guns. The gameplay just feels empty and lifeless somehow - there's no sense of a battle to the fights. The balance on the gamemodes like operations is unforgivable. The only thingIgnoring all the past controversy, is this game fun? Answer: no. The game balance is terrible, as only two of the classes are worth playing. The content is poor, with large amounts just recycled from BF1, eg the guns. The gameplay just feels empty and lifeless somehow - there's no sense of a battle to the fights. The balance on the gamemodes like operations is unforgivable. The only thing stopping me giving it a 0 is that the graphics are pretty good, even though performance is still bad even with top of the end kit. If you do decide to buy on PC, try to ask others with a similar spec if they can actually run it properly. As for the single player, I haven't finished all of them yet but so far the game just fails to capture any of the magic that bf1 had. I'm going to be selling my copy soon. I don't usually bother to review games but this one was such a disappointment that I just had to. Expand
  4. Nov 19, 2018
    0
    Waiting for EA to close DICE and they will stop mocking Battlefield games...
  5. Nov 17, 2018
    0
    The game is full of glitches and bugs and the story is rubbish and extremely short.
  6. Nov 20, 2018
    0
    Its an insult to soldiers who actually fought for our freedom in WW2. This politically correct feminist fantasy is abomination in Battlefield series. 60USD game that feels like alpha version. Not my battlefield.
  7. Nov 19, 2018
    0
    Not my Battlefield....
    Not WWII game
    Not a good game
    Dont buy it its just bad BFI reskin thats abusing history and has zero content.
  8. Nov 19, 2018
    1
    I love female gamers and avatars; however, they need to be historically accurate in order to make them believable and fun to play (think older, chain-smoking female French partisans for example). This game's focus makes it feel like Fortnight. The only question left to ask - where's the bus?
  9. Nov 15, 2018
    0
    If you want to see petite Asian women and female cripples running around on the frontlines of WW2 then go ahead and buy this travesty of a game. Not to mention the Fortnite style character customizations that make WW2 an even bigger joke. This game takes SJW to an entirely new level LOL.
  10. Nov 16, 2018
    0
    Dice and EA first of all if you wished to add all inclusivity you would have selected a modern era fictional setting and would have avoided fan backlash,you did a WW2 game and did the same mistake as COD WW2 by adding all inclusive immersion,ok for people who don’t care and just shoot and go
  11. Nov 15, 2018
    0
    Battlefield V provides the lowest amount of content ever featured in a Battlefield Game, and yet that is only the beginning of it's woes. For $60, you get less new content than a Fifa game.
  12. Nov 15, 2018
    0
    Dice and EA first of all if you wished to add all inclusivity you would have selected a modern era fictional setting and would have avoided fan backlash,you did a WW2 game and did the same mistake as COD WW2 by adding all inclusive immersion,ok for people who don’t care and just shoot and go,but for many including me expectation was high with your game to play a beautiful WW2 game,I knowDice and EA first of all if you wished to add all inclusivity you would have selected a modern era fictional setting and would have avoided fan backlash,you did a WW2 game and did the same mistake as COD WW2 by adding all inclusive immersion,ok for people who don’t care and just shoot and go,but for many including me expectation was high with your game to play a beautiful WW2 game,I know 100% authenticity is unachievable in games but this went very bad,comparing COD WW2 atleast they delivered a campaign in which WW2 vibes was felt.i don’t know who you are trying to please,you reap for what you sow,wish dice LA would deliver a better game with next BF title Expand
  13. Nov 15, 2018
    0
    What in the world is this game? A joke. A disgrace to World War 2 veterans. I can't believe I got this pile of garbage. Microtransactions galore, same looks and textures from Battlefield 1 in 2016. Poor AI in the campaign which, by the way was one of the worst stories I've played from DICE. No interesting plot, no rememberable characters. Go to Point A, Point B, come back and repeat. WhyWhat in the world is this game? A joke. A disgrace to World War 2 veterans. I can't believe I got this pile of garbage. Microtransactions galore, same looks and textures from Battlefield 1 in 2016. Poor AI in the campaign which, by the way was one of the worst stories I've played from DICE. No interesting plot, no rememberable characters. Go to Point A, Point B, come back and repeat. Why support a company that does this? Outrageous that it's a 60 dollar game too. Do not buy, wait for a better game! Expand
  14. Nov 15, 2018
    4
    Very less content to for 60$ , You can't feel like you're in WW2 and one of the worst singleplayer I have ever seen
  15. Nov 19, 2018
    9
    They’ve really knocked the ball out of the park in terms of the presentation side of things because both the visuals and sound design immerse you a lot. The shooting mechanics feel the best they’ve ever felt and this makes the gameplay very addictive because each gun packs a punch. I found the multiplayer offerings to be a very fun experience and I didn’t bump into any issues when playingThey’ve really knocked the ball out of the park in terms of the presentation side of things because both the visuals and sound design immerse you a lot. The shooting mechanics feel the best they’ve ever felt and this makes the gameplay very addictive because each gun packs a punch. I found the multiplayer offerings to be a very fun experience and I didn’t bump into any issues when playing the game this way.
    There’s a great story that flows throughout your time with the game and I must admit that I was very impressed with how they captured different emotions here. The game gives you quite a lot of freedom when it comes to customizing your character which in turn makes you connect to the gameplay more. In terms of content the game doesn’t have a huge amount for you to get to grips with and I was a little disappointed to see that a few modes were missing. The controls can feel a little awkward at times and they do take a bit of getting used to. I like both the Call of Duty and Battlefield series but for me I’ve always enjoyed the Battlefield series a little bit more and that’s mainly because Battlefield feels more realistic and captures different emotions more. Battlefield V is no different and I think they’ve made things even more emotional this time around thanks to the fantastic story that’s present in the game. One aspect that’s always shined through in this series is its shooting mechanics, and thankfully I’m pleased to say that they’ve got it perfect again. Everything about the shooting feels satisfying and fluid, but I will say though that it will take you a bit of getting used to due to the game’s sometimes awkward controls. When you do get used to it though you end up having a very fun and worthwhile experience especially when played in the different multiplayer offerings the game delivers to you. In terms of content the game doesn’t have a huge amount and hopefully we get some more content soon because the content that is here has been done extremely well. At the end of the day then Battlefield V stays very true to the series and I’m sure fans of the franchise will thoroughly enjoy what this game has to offer because not only does it look and sound awesome it also delivers a very fun and worthwhile experience that will keep you coming back for more time and time again.
    Expand
  16. Nov 15, 2018
    10
    This is the best Battlefield after Bf2 and Bf3! The system of lack of ammunition and first aid kits is very cool! I don't understand the idiots who say the game is bad because there are women or black people in it, because they really were in world War II. The gameplay of the game is a masterpiece, and I calmly put her 10 out of 10! Hopefully, the developers will fix some technicalThis is the best Battlefield after Bf2 and Bf3! The system of lack of ammunition and first aid kits is very cool! I don't understand the idiots who say the game is bad because there are women or black people in it, because they really were in world War II. The gameplay of the game is a masterpiece, and I calmly put her 10 out of 10! Hopefully, the developers will fix some technical problems, and then it will definitely be the best part of the series! Expand
  17. Dec 2, 2018
    0
    EA is the best company,
    when it comes to trashing and insulting their fans and customers on a regular basis. They are not kidding around, let me tell ya. Its hard work and they mean business, because maintaining their ultimate troll-publisher status isn't easy.
  18. Nov 30, 2018
    0
    As a long term Battlefield fan and someone who is generally interested in history this game feels like a massive slap in the face. When Battlefield 1 came out I could not wait for the series to move to WW2. BF1 apart from a few minor flaws was fun to play and respected the period. BFV is an insult to history and the gameplay changes make the game boring very quickly. I could not beAs a long term Battlefield fan and someone who is generally interested in history this game feels like a massive slap in the face. When Battlefield 1 came out I could not wait for the series to move to WW2. BF1 apart from a few minor flaws was fun to play and respected the period. BFV is an insult to history and the gameplay changes make the game boring very quickly. I could not be bothered to play the multiplayer past roughly 5-6 hours. The guns in this game don't feel like they have an impact on enemies and there is no weight to the bullets. I don't mind games that involve historical inaccuracies but I don't appreciate the developers attempting to make political points. Games are meant to be fun. People who play war games want to feel like they are taking part in a war. WW2 is one of the darkest and most important moments of human history. EAs attempts at changing history and the gender of the combatants is an insult to the brave men & woman who sacrificed their lives. Any pilot or driver is forced to spawn as a woman. At least give people the choice. It just ruins the atmosphere of the game and the immersion. Woman played a major role in the war but not as combatants (Largely). I want to play a semi-realistic game about allied soldiers fighting the axis with time accurate weapons. EA may have got away with these changes if the companies games weren't declining in quality and accelerating in cost. The greed of this company is unbelievable. Additionally, as a tip for developers in the future don't insult your fan base when they complain that a one armed female sniper with a robotic arm is not realistic for a WW2 game. The everlasting quote of if you don't like, don't buy it becomes more fitting as time passes.

    One of the most forgettable games you'll ever play. Definitely one to be avoided. I wouldn't play this game if it was free. Would rather play the old Battlefields.
    Expand
  19. Dec 2, 2018
    0
    Constant bugs, permanent disconnects of the server, code 34601 is constantly issued. The game does not load 2 large operations cards. Bought for $ 60, and now the game is 35% cheaper, EA or f*** !!
  20. Dec 1, 2018
    1
    The game is not worth the requested price. I would not ever play it for free. Historicl nonsense, useless technical condition - all that this game is.
  21. Dec 2, 2018
    2
    I´ve played 15 hours ... Boring maps, very similar too, Bridges all around... Boring... If you don´t camp, you are one of fews who does not do it ... with Patrol you have to secure area end move, I miss the Adrenaline the Emotion of BF1. Impossible to put down a Plane with anti-air weapons. NOTHING to do with 2ww.
  22. Dec 3, 2018
    2
    It is somewhat bitter-sweet to see this game get these terrible ratings, on one hand, it absolutely deserves them for various reasons, and on the other hand, remembering how much fun I had with Battlefield 1942, Bad Company 1 & 2, Battlefield 1, 3, & 4... and seeing it devolve into this mess of a game, is kind of sad.

    There are 2 positives for me that lead me to this score of 2/10, and
    It is somewhat bitter-sweet to see this game get these terrible ratings, on one hand, it absolutely deserves them for various reasons, and on the other hand, remembering how much fun I had with Battlefield 1942, Bad Company 1 & 2, Battlefield 1, 3, & 4... and seeing it devolve into this mess of a game, is kind of sad.

    There are 2 positives for me that lead me to this score of 2/10, and they are simply that the game looks really good, and has one really good map (Twisted Steel), and a few other decent ones.

    In the negatives... The game seems to have been rushed out too soon (seems to be the theme of games this fall) and was incomplete. Every single tab you look at throughout the menus says "Coming soon" from key game modes to vehicle customization to the practice firing range. Then there was the initial reveal trailer and the whole Trevor Noah showcase that was an absolute failure, it was incredibly boring, and it was the start of an abysmal marketing campaign. In game, there is no class balance, medics and snipers are vastly inferior to assault and support classes which dominate the entire game, and on top of this, the time to kill is too fast and feels close to Black Ops 4.

    + Game is great to look at
    + Twisted Steel is an excellent map, and there are a couple other good ones

    - Game is an unfinished product
    - Poor marketing campaign by DICE & EA
    - Insulting the fan base is not a smart move
    - Credit system is an absolute joke
    - Revising history for the sake of inclusion did the game no favours
    - Grand operations are boring and lack the intensity that BF1 had
    - Unbalanced classes & fast time to kill hurts the Battlefield playstyle
    - No major battles from WW2
    - Squads are reduced to 4 players
    - Does not feel like World War 2 at all

    Overall, I am glad I was able to borrow this from a friend who is planning on returning it because, just like Fallout 76, these companies have turned series I used to love, into service games that launch with half the content, charge full price, and do not become complete experiences until a year or two of updates have been injected.

    What made this game even worse for me, was being insulted by the developer for being concerned about ham-fisted socio-political agendas being thrown into games when they are a means of escaping it! Instead we are left with an immersion breaking, revisionist perspective, of the deadliest human conflict in history for the sake of inclusion, and some people wonder why gamers and the like, are upset with this?

    Hopefully this major sales drop and low community score are a wake up call for both EA & DICE, because I know that DICE can do a lot better than this, if they were given the proper time, and dropped the creative & corporate types who have no desire to make a game like the ones fans have come to love this series for.

    This was a travesty of a game and I even feel like a 2/10 is a gift, do yourselves a favour and steer clear from this one, and adopt the "wait and see" policy before purchasing any games going forward, because if this game is any indication, we are in for agenda pushing, micro-transaction laden, unfinished games as a service, and the industry and its honest fans will suffer as a result.
    Expand
  23. Dec 3, 2018
    0
    A terrible game, don't waste your money on it. Such a shame, I've been a fan of this franchise since BF1942, but moneygrabbers EA just ruined another franchise. I never ever thought I would say this, but Call of Duty actually surpassed Battlefield
  24. Nov 20, 2018
    3
    The game is better than Fallout 76 no doubt but this highly anticipated game turned out to be a piece of junk. The game is super laggy the time to kill with certain weapons is stupid the maps are poorly designed and the memorable moments from past battlefield games just isn't there but anyway the game isn't too bad if you can get past all of this you have a solid game. If you own Bf1 keepThe game is better than Fallout 76 no doubt but this highly anticipated game turned out to be a piece of junk. The game is super laggy the time to kill with certain weapons is stupid the maps are poorly designed and the memorable moments from past battlefield games just isn't there but anyway the game isn't too bad if you can get past all of this you have a solid game. If you own Bf1 keep it wait till next year or Christmas. Expand
  25. Dec 4, 2018
    1
    Bought this game after it got heavily discounted in it's first week and I feel I still payed to much. The campaign was to short and not rememberable in the slightest. Even with it geting it's release date delayed it still feels rushed out the door, Buggy, un balanced and feels like a downgrade from the previous entry. If you want a good battlefield game set in WWII then find a old copy ofBought this game after it got heavily discounted in it's first week and I feel I still payed to much. The campaign was to short and not rememberable in the slightest. Even with it geting it's release date delayed it still feels rushed out the door, Buggy, un balanced and feels like a downgrade from the previous entry. If you want a good battlefield game set in WWII then find a old copy of battlefield 1942. It might be really old graphically, but beats battlefield v into the dirt with it's solid complete gameplay. Expand
  26. Nov 28, 2018
    1
    Game feels incomplete, tons of bugs, unattractive campaigns, I feel like I've been robbed.
  27. Apr 13, 2019
    0
    El peor Battlefield en todos los sentidos, a parte que el juego salio con infinitos fallos y no acabado por las prisas, no hay sensacion que estas en la guerra de verdad como si paso en el Battlefield 1. En operaciones estas oblogado a jugar 3 mapas y da igual si has ganado las primeras dos, si pierdes la tercera ya pierdes todo.. Una pena, no vale comprarlo porque el anterior es mucho masEl peor Battlefield en todos los sentidos, a parte que el juego salio con infinitos fallos y no acabado por las prisas, no hay sensacion que estas en la guerra de verdad como si paso en el Battlefield 1. En operaciones estas oblogado a jugar 3 mapas y da igual si has ganado las primeras dos, si pierdes la tercera ya pierdes todo.. Una pena, no vale comprarlo porque el anterior es mucho mas realista. Expand
  28. Mar 6, 2019
    1
    half ass game then what we used to get barely working not a full battlefield experience
  29. Mar 11, 2019
    0
    Played every BF game, noticed the problems start in BF1. BFV is just a continuation of the "new" battlefield gameplay mechanics, where it's Battlefront with a different skin. "oh i got killed by a plane, COOL!" "Oh a grenade blew up like 30ft away and I died, COOL". But now BF has that new Woke feeling, and that only makes it worse. I don't understand how battlefield switched to being soPlayed every BF game, noticed the problems start in BF1. BFV is just a continuation of the "new" battlefield gameplay mechanics, where it's Battlefront with a different skin. "oh i got killed by a plane, COOL!" "Oh a grenade blew up like 30ft away and I died, COOL". But now BF has that new Woke feeling, and that only makes it worse. I don't understand how battlefield switched to being so casual that my 5 year old dog could probably get a few kills if I duct-taped the controller to his Labrador feet. Balancing in the earlier BF games felt a lot better, if you were good you were good, if you were bad either you got better, or you stayed bad. There were so many times on earlier games where there weren't a lot of no-win scenarios, if you had the skill, you could outperform the other team players and win or have a good K/D. Today's battlefield is like a Michael Bay movie, pretty but really flawed. EA here's a free tip from a stupid console gamer: You will make more money with going casual, but that will completely drop off over time, because those same casual players don't give an f. They will go play Fortnite or Minecraft or some other game @ the drop of a hat. Thanks for alienating your player base so well, since I guess that's one less game for me to completely immerse myself in and actually buy every title. I hope someone takes your executive parking space and you have to walk farther to work, maybe that will delay your stupid input decisions. Expand
  30. Feb 27, 2019
    3
    They took a game set in the 1940's, took out all the recognizable stuff for some reason, added in a hamfisted attempt at pandering to SJW's while still not actually giving players any real customization options, and released a half-finished turd of a game with half the content of the previous title. I'd have been fine with a realistic WW2 game, I'd have been fine with some over the topThey took a game set in the 1940's, took out all the recognizable stuff for some reason, added in a hamfisted attempt at pandering to SJW's while still not actually giving players any real customization options, and released a half-finished turd of a game with half the content of the previous title. I'd have been fine with a realistic WW2 game, I'd have been fine with some over the top COD-with-big-maps where I could play as a paraplegic Navajo lesbian in the Wermacht, but BFV is just a lukewarm, disappointing middle-ground. Expand
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 38 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 38
  2. Negative: 0 out of 38
  1. Dec 13, 2018
    76
    It’s unfinished, but I’m highly optimistic that it will improve as new content releases and its Battlefield multiplayer at its finest, and that alone may sell the game for the longtime veteran considering what’s to come. I very reluctantly recommend Battlefield V in its current state, but I must stress my disappointment that EA and DICE willing released a game that feels kind of unfinished.
  2. Edge Magazine
    Dec 6, 2018
    70
    What's here is enough to be going on with, but we'll have to wait till next year's updates and in particular, that possibly seismic battle-royale mode, to discover whether this is truly a Battlefield that stands apart. [Jan 2019, p.114]
  3. Nov 29, 2018
    70
    If you’re a fan of Battlefield then there is every reason to jump in with this year’s title, but if you want to experience the game as the developers have obviously intended, I suggest you hold off, enjoy the other amazing games released this year and come back to Battlefield V in about six months’ time when it’s no longer in its current state of being a glorified beta with a triple-A price tag.