Star Wars Battlefront II

 Xbox One
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2.0

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 1378 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 206 out of 1378
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  3. Negative: 1,076 out of 1378
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  1. Caldan58
    Apr 6, 2019
    7
    7.2/10
    This game is nowhere near as good as the first but still an addicting fun game
  2. Nathan27
    Nov 17, 2018
    8
    A year later and so much has been fixed. I don't think EA and DICE were trying to make it like the OG Battlefront series, so if you look at it that way, they made a pretty good game, the gameplay is unique, the locations and characters are exactly what they're like in the movie. Of course the bad sides are the launching of the game, the campaign isn't nearly what they hyped it to be andA year later and so much has been fixed. I don't think EA and DICE were trying to make it like the OG Battlefront series, so if you look at it that way, they made a pretty good game, the gameplay is unique, the locations and characters are exactly what they're like in the movie. Of course the bad sides are the launching of the game, the campaign isn't nearly what they hyped it to be and being to short. All in all, it's an enjoyable game.… Expand
  3. Sonyer
    Nov 8, 2019
    0
    This game is basically a disaster a disgrace to the franchise of Star wars, Dice ruin the name of Star wars
  4. spaceghost1994
    Mar 1, 2019
    6
    I will keep this short and sweet. Yes the loot system is still wonky (the system has been fixed to some degree however), yes the story mode is as generic as it gets, and yes it still feels as arcadey as the last EA iteration.

    The game is as faithful an adaption to the star wars legacy as any other and the visual aspects of the game are still top notch. Multiplayer wise, the game is a    I will keep this short and sweet. Yes the loot system is still wonky (the system has been fixed to some degree however), yes the story mode is as generic as it gets, and yes it still feels as arcadey as the last EA iteration.

    The game is as faithful an adaption to the star wars legacy as any other and the visual aspects of the game are still top notch. Multiplayer wise, the game is a blast IMO. Now is this a title that is going to hook you? Probably not, however it is a serviceable title with FREE updates that are still going as well as a fun multiplayer component that you can breezily hop in and out of.

    That's the real problem though for me, there is no hook here other than the faithfulness to the star wars universe. I had hoped the story mode would be engaging, but it is anything but that offering a bland adventure that finds you hopping from one shooting gallery to the next.

    Overall, Battlefront 2 isn't the hit EA was surely hoping for however it is still a fun time with barely enough content to pass the time and enough fixes to not call it a complete and utter failure...    … Expand
  5. SMGDreamLeash
    Jul 10, 2019
    8
    They've fixed a ton! and added new playable heroes and units, I have to applaud Dice for making such extreme changes just because the players wanted it, great community
  6. CaptainKorpie
    Jul 14, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When the game was launched in 2017, it was an empty shell of blatant and obvious money grabs by EA and DICE to use the Star Wars name to get a quick buck. But, after nearly two years of updates and listening to its players, this game has become the best Star Wars game on the market at the moment. It provides a massive online multiplayer experience that has had its progression system completely redone to that it is not pay to win, but rather play to win. Also it has an offline campaign that’s is cool too so.… Expand
  7. Reggaetome
    Jul 14, 2019
    9
    This game is leaps and bounds better than when it was released; there are no loot boxes and a legitimate progression system. It’s an accurate multiplayer experience in the Star Wars universe. It’s team is passionate and even though small, put a lot of time and effort to focus on adding canonically accurate content. It’s a great game you can jump in for a very low price, by in no means it’sThis game is leaps and bounds better than when it was released; there are no loot boxes and a legitimate progression system. It’s an accurate multiplayer experience in the Star Wars universe. It’s team is passionate and even though small, put a lot of time and effort to focus on adding canonically accurate content. It’s a great game you can jump in for a very low price, by in no means it’s not a perfect game there are bugs and the player base isn’t huge but the time you spend in the game is often times enjoyable and rewarding.… Expand
  8. Rayman493
    Jul 14, 2019
    10
    The game has made a COMPLETE turnaround. Everything you may have heard that was wrong about this game is very likely gone and has been fixed or changed. And they're giving us the content we want.
  9. Kizertas
    Jul 23, 2019
    0
    I'm sorry to brust your bubble fanboys but this game has not had A "Complete Turnaround''. Thare are still a ton of bugs the campaign is tact-on and SUCKS! Oh did I mention the fact that it is SITLL pay to win. **** YOU EA!
  10. SenorKoquonfaes
    Nov 23, 2019
    0
    When a game is so predatorily monetized, it sparks government intervention on loot box- sorry, "sUpRiSe MeChAnIcS", you know you've crossed the line and then took a steamy dump on it.

    EA = Unmitigated greed and do not deserve a single cent from anyone!
  11. 501Donkeys
    Dec 16, 2019
    10
    Game very very Gud. Recommend u play game bc very gud yes and very sexy. Play game. No more crap, is now very gud. Meesa think yousa shud play dees game yes lol do it this is the way
  12. Rockinsoul
    Jan 31, 2020
    7
    I don't know why there's so much hating on this game. I'm no fan of EA, they ruin everything with their corporatism, but this is a fun game! Good graphics, solid mechanics, good voice acting. I give it a solid 7. Not finished it yet though, am playing as I write :)
  13. Stan_Osbourne
    Oct 4, 2022
    7
    To be honest, the game turned out to be not so bad, and such ratings from users on Metacritic are extremely unfair at the moment, but even calling this game ideal is not even a language.

    The company in the game is not required at all and is only needed to get acquainted with the many abilities of the game + a couple of heroes + a couple of space fighters. The story itself is extremely    To be honest, the game turned out to be not so bad, and such ratings from users on Metacritic are extremely unfair at the moment, but even calling this game ideal is not even a language.

    The company in the game is not required at all and is only needed to get acquainted with the many abilities of the game + a couple of heroes + a couple of space fighters. The story itself is extremely secondary and boring. It was especially humiliating to play as Luke Skywalker, who just cut down bugs, it's ridiculous.

    The arcade mode is downright dull, including the scenario, which is just for practice for multiplayer. The multiplayer is a little better, but looking at the general situation with class customization, one thing can be understood - the community lost, although it naively thought that it won. There are very few modes active online, there is an imbalance between the forces of Darkness and Light in favor of Darkness, there are few cards, and there is very little variety and tactics in battles. Microtransactions have not been removed from the game, there are two currencies, and cosmetics are not imported + there are no new updates and game support is at a minimum level.

    This is not a loss for EA, it is a loss for the community. Although I played for a couple of weeks, I'm fine. For once. Glory to Ukraine!    … Expand
  14. Marq15BR
    Aug 15, 2020
    0
    O jogo é cheio de bugs, as cartas deixam os personagens absurdamente apelões, o pareamento é horrível e o modo história é super fraco, enfim, um dos piores jogos que já joguei...
  15. Camgna
    May 1, 2021
    10
    Great comeback. I'm so happy EA didn't leave this game after hard time and give it a proper support. I absolutely recommend it for Star Wars fans - it's probably the best way to fight against or for the Empire
  16. lukytomi18
    Jan 24, 2021
    9
    Right now in 2021 we can say that it is the best Star Wars game. Its multiplayer is fun and it always makes us with my friends cheer as we were 10 year olds back in the days. I personally liked the story and the resurrection dlc too. Hectic and looks amazing, nothing brave but it is very enjoyable, which is the most important thing. I'm so glad it has a renaissance and that we are part of it.
  17. Lewy1978
    Jun 7, 2020
    9
    I as a Star Wars fan am totally addicted to this game. I loved the first BF but steered clear of this after the controversial launch. Recently heard good things from other gamer friends and so bought it for a really good price. I have not been disappointed, the graphics are stunning on the One X + 4K TV. There is no micro transactions what soever, just pure star wars multi player fun. AtI as a Star Wars fan am totally addicted to this game. I loved the first BF but steered clear of this after the controversial launch. Recently heard good things from other gamer friends and so bought it for a really good price. I have not been disappointed, the graphics are stunning on the One X + 4K TV. There is no micro transactions what soever, just pure star wars multi player fun. At the moment I am playing coop mode, which I would suggest any new player to do the same. You can level up and learn the basics in this mode really well - it’s still multiplayer but only 4vs4 with the rest c- the rest of the teams are made up of AI bots so you can actually rack up kills and level up too. This game takes some learning but there areas many good you tube tip videos - definitely recommend watching some of those. Highly recommend this gorgeous looking star wars game - so much fun.… Expand
  18. Broyax
    Apr 7, 2021
    1
    Le Battletron annuel devient éventuellement un Battlefront lorsqu’il exploite et ré-exploite l’imaginaire Star Vase sous licence disniaise désormais… mais contrairement au Battlefront précédent (celui de 2015) une campagne solo est proposée, aussi ennuyeuse et stéréotypée qu’elle peut l’être et fidèle aux étrons en vigueur parmi la Battletronerie bien connue.

    On note surtout du fan    Le Battletron annuel devient éventuellement un Battlefront lorsqu’il exploite et ré-exploite l’imaginaire Star Vase sous licence disniaise désormais… mais contrairement au Battlefront précédent (celui de 2015) une campagne solo est proposée, aussi ennuyeuse et stéréotypée qu’elle peut l’être et fidèle aux étrons en vigueur parmi la Battletronerie bien connue.

    On note surtout du fan service de bas étage avec nombre de figures jouables du folklore des Star Vases, insérées ici et là dans une campagne qui a pour personnage principal une soldate d’élite de l’Empire malfaisant, une soldate à sale gueule aussi sexy qu’une gardienne de prison parce que les nanas dans les jeux vidéo depuis quelques années, c’est plus ça qu’est ça (comme l’exige la doctrine SJW me too etc).

    Bien entendu et à l’instar des films de chez Disniais, elle va trahir l’Empire et passer du côté des gentils rebelles (pauvres réfugiés blablabla, c’est trop horrible cet Empire du mal trop méchant, espèce de Trump, va !). Oh putain, le spoil que j’ai fait, meeeerde…

    On peut jouer en première ou troisième personne avec des « capacités spéciales » directement héritées du multi à kévins : c’est de fait bien naze ou au mieux anecdotique… ce n’est qu’un gros couloir scripté de toute façon, rapidement chiant comme la pluie qui ferait passer les vieux Halo périmenazes à pious-pious pour des modèles d’action et d’ultra-violence…

    Ils ont même mis des possibilités d’infiltration optionnelle mais qui ne fonctionnent pas du tout. De toute manière, qu’est-ce qu’on se fait chier là-dedans ! et ce malgré des séquences de combat spatial au demeurant mal configurées (le stick droit pour déplacer le vaisseau ? hein, que, quoi ?!).

    Il y a néanmoins un bon point dans tout ce dépotoir à micro-transactions : c’est vraiment très beau et ça tourne plutôt à 60 im/s. Enfin, presque. Mais c’est très beau, cet économiseur d’écran, c’est clair !    … Expand
  19. rubblecoder
    Jul 13, 2022
    0
    Couldn't make it through the first level before I just gave up... what the **** is this????
  20. katieelizabeth
    Aug 5, 2021
    5
    I'm reviewing this in 2021 on the Series X.

    Pros - Graphics and Star Wars look and feel is fantastic. I can't emphasize how good the intro sequences are when you are blasting rebels in corridors - it feels like you're exactly in the original trilogy. - The sounds of Star Wars is spot on. Voice acting is very good. - The campaign feels like it's very high quality - Smooth 60 fps    I'm reviewing this in 2021 on the Series X.

    Pros
    - Graphics and Star Wars look and feel is fantastic. I can't emphasize how good the intro sequences are when you are blasting rebels in corridors - it feels like you're exactly in the original trilogy.
    - The sounds of Star Wars is spot on. Voice acting is very good.
    - The campaign feels like it's very high quality
    - Smooth 60 fps gameplay

    Cons:
    - Shooting is not very accessible on console. The reticle is basically a dot, which unless you are very good at the controller, you will end up missing a lot of shots by a hair, even with "aim assist turned on". Every shooter should use Halo controls with big reticles - I don't know why games like this or GTA5 use the smallest dots for as it's bad for people with poor vision as well.

    - Restarting a level after dying has a 5-second delay in single-player, which got really annoying in some hard sequences in the campaign. It keeps asking you to change your cards and weapon loadouts every **** time.

    - Strafing is extremely slow, even if you're not crouching. I have no idea how to dodge in this game at all. Not a clue.

    - You are often vastly outnumbered in the campaign. In a corridor, this is fine because you can funnel enemies in a choke point, but in a forest it kind of sucks because they just surround you and your AI teammates do nothing to cover you.

    - Levels are not built for exploration honestly. There's a lot of dead-ends that are only there for enemies to come out. This makes levels very linear, but you waste a lot of time checking out these alternative paths and they all lead to nothing but dead-ends. In the more open areas, exploring too far off the beaten path just threatens to kill you in 10 seconds. Wonderful EA. Just Wonderful.

    I can't even comment on the microtransactions - I haven't even tried multiplayer - but the single-player campaign feels compromised by the multiplayer aspects of the game.    … Expand
  21. Flopy
    Sep 7, 2023
    8
    reviewing this game in 2023,

    it's in a playable state and is now on par or even better than the og battlefront ii, well done dice for turning this around. too bad you messed it up with BF2042
  22. PalpetineSheev
    Mar 20, 2020
    6
    The whole loot box situation was extremely sickening, but there is enough to like here at this point to where I'm able to overlook it... a bit. It looks and feels amazing overall. Although it strangely doesn't look as good as the first game. The story mode is hit or miss, but the single player arcade is fairly fun and has a good variety of content. The multiplayer and co-op is what savesThe whole loot box situation was extremely sickening, but there is enough to like here at this point to where I'm able to overlook it... a bit. It looks and feels amazing overall. Although it strangely doesn't look as good as the first game. The story mode is hit or miss, but the single player arcade is fairly fun and has a good variety of content. The multiplayer and co-op is what saves the game along with just the massive amount of content the game contains now.… Expand
  23. avatar133
    Dec 17, 2019
    10
    Coming back to this game after the failure that they call a launch. After 3 years of updates, overhauls and content addons, I think every gamer should re-evaluate Battlefront 2. This game is up there in terms of a turn around!
  24. cableguy3333
    Nov 22, 2021
    10
    Updated review, this is without question the best multiplayer shooter on the market as of April 2020, it still has some crashing bugs but that's about the only issues with this game now. Solo story is fun but very short it's all about the online game. Unlike every other online shooter there is no hiding in a house for 15minutes before you do anything, there is no hoping you find a decentUpdated review, this is without question the best multiplayer shooter on the market as of April 2020, it still has some crashing bugs but that's about the only issues with this game now. Solo story is fun but very short it's all about the online game. Unlike every other online shooter there is no hiding in a house for 15minutes before you do anything, there is no hoping you find a decent gun, there is no worry of running out of ammo, it's just more full on then any other game. Nearly all the problems that came with launch are gone, loot boxes are gone and replaced with a progression system and this all takes place in beautiful enviroments that are all easily recognisable from the films, best lightsabre fights you will find anywhere when two good players face off. If you dont give this a go it's your loss not mine edit: 22/11/2021 played Halo but this game is still more fun… Expand
  25. Loukanikos
    May 1, 2019
    6
    I bought it in 4/19 so with all heroes already unlocked.
    First, i don't know why i even still buy fps games on console (that's because i don't own a good pc) because its a S**t to play with a controller plus there are ppl who uses mouse+keyboard and thats frustrating so i will make my analysis ignoring this fact.
    The graphic are ok. The maps are quite small... The battle points system    I bought it in 4/19 so with all heroes already unlocked.
    First, i don't know why i even still buy fps games on console (that's because i don't own a good pc) because its a S**t to play with a controller plus there are ppl who uses mouse+keyboard and thats frustrating so i will make my analysis ignoring this fact.
    The graphic are ok.
    The maps are quite small...
    The battle points system sounds good but its only good for the above average players who manage to get enough points and use them properly. If you are bad you will never get one, and if you get you will die fast with if because... well, you are bad...
    Also on the first pvp matches you will notice being killed by people with 3 top cards while you have we'll... zero. This system is a disgrace for online gaming, should be like Overwatch were all players can get all heroes and the only diference is the player's ability.
    Couldn't pass the second map of the campaign (space fight) because i suck at piloting the ships with a controller to the point i barely kill one or two enemy ships till the time runs off. So i can't talk about the campaign.
    Arcade mode is a very good idea, a game with divided screen 2019 is most welcome to play with a friend but there are a few maps and the maps are quite small...    … Expand
  26. killakittie
    Jul 12, 2019
    0
    Game is broken. Aim reticle moves on its own regardless of which controller settings you use. Trying to lead a target results in the reticle shooting off in the direction your leading towards which makes it impossible to play online. Some searching online reveals this is a common problem and strikes people randomly and worse there's no fix. The developers are aware of the issue and haven'tGame is broken. Aim reticle moves on its own regardless of which controller settings you use. Trying to lead a target results in the reticle shooting off in the direction your leading towards which makes it impossible to play online. Some searching online reveals this is a common problem and strikes people randomly and worse there's no fix. The developers are aware of the issue and haven't fixed it. I'm refunding the game and moving on.… Expand
  27. LordTiger
    May 21, 2020
    8
    game changed completely after years of updates and its way better now than 2017. graphics are great and even though fights are massive the game runs smoothly.
    campaign is too short and linear also AI is buggy but multiplayer is great and there are many fun modes and unique heroes and villains available to play.
  28. PBP
    Feb 29, 2020
    10
    The Game is Far from what it once was Almost 3 Years ago. DICE reallly changed the wirdt aspects of the game and is actually now appealing to Star Wars Fans such as Myself. I urge you all to give this game another chance, I promise you wont regret it
  29. Caldan
    Nov 14, 2020
    8
    ✅88%
    This is a much better game now, but still not as good as the first in my opinion.
  30. Rjordanv23
    Jan 13, 2020
    7
    After a year of updates the progression in the game is finally fixed and the game is really fun if you ignore the very dumb campaign. The problem with the multiplayer is that it is very restricting and the point system is pretty lame. In the original battlefront and even battlefield games going into a vehicle was so simple just click on it but now you have to save up battle points and itAfter a year of updates the progression in the game is finally fixed and the game is really fun if you ignore the very dumb campaign. The problem with the multiplayer is that it is very restricting and the point system is pretty lame. In the original battlefront and even battlefield games going into a vehicle was so simple just click on it but now you have to save up battle points and it really takes away the freedom of simply getting in a vehicle. To make a perfect battlefront game they must give freedom to the player.… Expand
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Metascore
66

Mixed or average reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 34
  3. Negative: 2 out of 34
  1. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Jan 5, 2018
    60
    A stunning audio and visual presentation doesn't cover the cracks at the core. [Jan 2018, p.75]
  2. games(TM)
    Dec 31, 2017
    60
    Battlefront II is fan service and little else; much respect to the craft, the attention to detail and the wealth of content, but sadly it just isn't enough. It's starting to feel as if Star Wars simply isn't a franchise suitable for this type of sprawling, large-scale multiplayer experience. It doesn't have it in its bones, and if DICE can't find a way to make it work, we're fearful nobody can. [Issue#195, p.72]
  3. Gaming Nexus
    Dec 22, 2017
    49
    Star Wars: Battlefront 2 will go down as one of the biggest screw ups in video game history. EA and DICE had the easiest job in the world and completely ruined it with the absolutely ridiculous and downright unacceptable progression system for multiplayer. Combine that with the incredibly boring, lazy, and cliche story campaign and you easily have the biggest disappointment of 2017.
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