Star Wars Battlefront

 Xbox One
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4.6

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 1259 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 625 out of 1259
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  1. sirveon
    Nov 23, 2015
    2
    Not worth to pay that much for that little content. Gameplay is ok but boring after a few hours because of no diversion. There is no campaign, no space fights and every map feels similar. Thank you EA! Again....
  2. melonboy
    Nov 23, 2015
    3
    do you like games that have heaps of bugs?
    do you like games that have very little content on release?
    do you like games that will force you to buy DLC in the future just so you can spend more time on it?
    do you like games that are way to easy?
    No you don't, star wars battlefront is a **** game that EA has over hyped and over priced, it is not worth your money.
  3. Halbarz
    Nov 22, 2015
    9
    Let me start by saying 60 dollars is a lot.
    But the game does give me more then I expected, it is easy to access and it kinda has an arcade style that I enjoy that. The game has no campaign and does down voting the game for that are just sad, because we knew that for a while. Does the game bring back that nice star wars feeling? Yes it does. It brings you to the frontline with stunning    Let me start by saying 60 dollars is a lot.
    But the game does give me more then I expected, it is easy to access and it kinda has an arcade style that I enjoy that. The game has no campaign and does down voting the game for that are just sad, because we knew that for a while. Does the game bring back that nice star wars feeling? Yes it does. It brings you to the frontline with stunning graphics and you feel like you are part of the movie. The game is easy to access so if you are not that good at shooter it is still fun.

    There is maybe a lack of maps, but the game does have a good value over time in my opinion. You will see people whining about this but that is because many look at the content and not at content + replay.
    It is there that Battlefront is great the replay.

    Would I want a single player ? Yes ofc I love campaign but anyone that knows how google works, knew it was not going to be there. Everything the game offers was told months/ weeks before release. the people that are whining at the moment are the people that bought without looking what it offers.    … Expand
  4. Stomaticarc
    Nov 22, 2015
    9
    Haters gonna hate!

    All the gamers that gave this game a 0 to 5 are just whining little baby's, that just didn't got the content a game from 2005 had. First of all you have to compare the content the game have (as a multiplayer game) next to other games that are release in the last 2 years. The game is good for his generation, has great visuals, a perfect multiplayer experience and    Haters gonna hate!

    All the gamers that gave this game a 0 to 5 are just whining little baby's, that just didn't got the content a game from 2005 had.
    First of all you have to compare the content the game have (as a multiplayer game) next to other games that are release in the last 2 years.

    The game is good for his generation, has great visuals, a perfect multiplayer experience and perfect sound effects except from some of the hero's. The content you get based on maps, game modus, sounds, graphics, customization is overall great compared with other games. At least it's a new game with both fps and third person experience, this is also a piece of great engineering, both functions works perfect and looks stunning!

    I also wanted a game like battlefront 1/2 and I also realise it just isnt possible to build a galactic conquest. I will explain, so 40 players split up in 2 teams jumping in space ships flying from one ship to the other destroying the ship outside, looks like a real caboodle to me! It would have been extremely unbalanced and not from this time. I would suggest that if we want to play a old generation battlefront we just play the old generations battlefront, because I still play it at moments I desire to.

    And for all the gamers that complain about a season pass, PLEASE PUT A ZERO IN EVERY REVIEW YOU WILL EVER MAKE FOR A GAME!

    Thanks EA for this amazing experience.
    Greetings,
    A big starwars fan!    … Expand
  5. Johncules
    Nov 22, 2015
    0
    Garbage. For real. And now they're trying to pay people to say they like this game. People please, Show EA that giving half of a game and then trying to make you pay $110 for the full game is a crap strategy. For the sake of Star Wars and wallets everywhere, please.
  6. harrisonschaerr
    Nov 22, 2015
    0
    The gameplay doesn't feel even remotely like star wars. If they wanted to create a futuristic shooter with lasers, they didn't need the starwars IP to do it.

    I was bored most of the time playing it. enemies take so many shots to kill. They should take one shot.

    The ship combat is boring and controls like **** Like somebody slapped wings on the brave little toaster.
  7. panther_shadow
    Nov 22, 2015
    0
    I can't help but think they cut the campaign from this game purely from an effort to decrease development costs and maximize profits. This is beyond shameful.
  8. andree1991
    Nov 22, 2015
    1
    Complete crap. Nothing like Battlefront 2, no LAN no 4 player splitscreen, no space battles, no campaign, 50 dollars DLC. DO NOT BUY. Don't support these damn scams. EA sucks
  9. jenkzy
    Nov 22, 2015
    4
    One of the biggest disappointing games of the YEAR. No way near the £50 of what it is, at the most it is worth £25. The game is truly Battlefront... but wait! It's now in Star Wars! With a disgustingly low number of multiplayer game modes, 9 by the way, and something like 10 maps, you will easily get bored after a couple of games, even on the decent game modes. This is not the BattlefrontOne of the biggest disappointing games of the YEAR. No way near the £50 of what it is, at the most it is worth £25. The game is truly Battlefront... but wait! It's now in Star Wars! With a disgustingly low number of multiplayer game modes, 9 by the way, and something like 10 maps, you will easily get bored after a couple of games, even on the decent game modes. This is not the Battlefront fans fell in love with in the past. It's no where near what i used to be. The freedom of choosing from a class system in Battlefront 1 and 2 is now gone. So no, you can't choose to be an Engineer, or a sniper, or a wookie. You just have to stick put with the standard infantry until you can buy a 'shotgun' or a 'sniper'.

    One of the most disappointing aspects of the game is, as said above, the content. NO CAMPAIGN which is ridiculously poor. This game is literally a multiplayer game, with 'Missions' being the only way to play co-op with a friend on either survival, or a simple deathmatch or hero one. Terribly poor from EA. One of the best features of previous battlefronts WAS TO PLAY WITH A FRIEND. But guess what? Now you can hardly do that. No f****** option for a custom game or even a simple skirmish! What the hell is up with that?! Battlefront 2 was the perfect game. It had skirmishes, it had the hunt mode, the classic Mos Eisely hero battle. The awesome Conquest game mode; going from planet to planet and conquering each one. Nope, there's NONE of this in this game. So, so poor from EA this time.

    The game however does have its good bits. It is still fun to play; with an entertaining shooting system, and random power up tokens which are very fun to use. The graphics are amazing, whether you are standing still, sprinting, or flying around in a TIE fighter. But these aren't exactly what Battlefront fans are looking for. We'd rather enjoy a far greater freedom of game play that is similar to the previous battlefronts, NOT similar to battlefield.

    This game is one of the biggest wastes of money I have ever spent on a game. With only 6 playable heroes available, and only a focus on the sequels and the new Force Awakens film, it's definitely NOT worth buying. What really p***** me off is the fact that EA say, "oh don't worry, there's much more! Just wait for the 4 expansion packs coming out!" oh okay, let me just pay even MORE money for content which should ALREADY BE THERE. Ridiculous from EA. Yet again their extortionate character has come out completely. It's ruined the battlefront franchise completely. It's simply not good enough.    … Expand
  10. stansellj1983
    Nov 22, 2015
    2
    This game gets a full 2 points for being looking and sounding like Star Wars. If this were not SW related it would get a straight zero. I knew I shouldn't have bought it, and you know it too. This game is fun for about 3-4 hours, and then everything good wears off and everything bad rises to the surface. What can I even say that hasn't already been said? If you love Star Wars you shouldThis game gets a full 2 points for being looking and sounding like Star Wars. If this were not SW related it would get a straight zero. I knew I shouldn't have bought it, and you know it too. This game is fun for about 3-4 hours, and then everything good wears off and everything bad rises to the surface. What can I even say that hasn't already been said? If you love Star Wars you should PLAY this game just for the nostalgia and excitement it invokes for the first couple hours. If you're a person who has any sense you'll wait until all the DLC is bundled together with the game a year from now and sold for $50. It's not the worst game ever, but it being bad AND cut into DLC chunks is a huge slap-in-the-face money grab. Save you money and buy it when it's complete a year from now.… Expand
  11. jimmyrustles1
    Nov 22, 2015
    0
    This game's marketing budget was much, much higher than its development budget and it shows. It's not a Battlefront game, more like a Battlefield DLC to cash in on the Star Wars 7 hype. It's very clear from the extreme lack of content that EA spent more time paying people off to advertise the game than DICE spent on actually developing it. It has much less features than Battlefront 1 or 2,This game's marketing budget was much, much higher than its development budget and it shows. It's not a Battlefront game, more like a Battlefield DLC to cash in on the Star Wars 7 hype. It's very clear from the extreme lack of content that EA spent more time paying people off to advertise the game than DICE spent on actually developing it. It has much less features than Battlefront 1 or 2, but of course there's a $50 season pass if you want to actually access all the game's content. So that's $110 for the full game, even though the little content you get when you buy the game is nowhere near $60 to begin with. The game is just a shameless DLC cash grab that no one will be playing in a few months when the Star Wars hype dies down.… Expand
  12. alexrog333
    Nov 22, 2015
    9
    Ok, sure, this game could use a little more substance. A campaign would be nice. However, although I do dislike the modern trend of no-campaign games, Battlefront is an undeniably fun game. The graphics and sound are amazing, and the amount of things you can do is incredible. Every game is different, with pickups and heroes and flying. All these kids screaming for more content are justOk, sure, this game could use a little more substance. A campaign would be nice. However, although I do dislike the modern trend of no-campaign games, Battlefront is an undeniably fun game. The graphics and sound are amazing, and the amount of things you can do is incredible. Every game is different, with pickups and heroes and flying. All these kids screaming for more content are just doing it for the principle. But when a game comes out without a campaign, and has an amazing multiplayer mode (which is why 99% of people buy online shooters) I think its ok, and definitely worth $60. Also, there are a ton of modes, and the cool down system is not something I haven't encountered in a modern shooter blockbuster.… Expand
  13. Axel293410
    Nov 22, 2015
    1
    WORST GAME EVER, FOR 4 MAPS 60 € WTF!!!! and 4 DLC THAT COST 60 €. WTF EA, WTF!!! ARE U KIDDING US? AUTOLOCK? ALMOST NO WEOPONS, THIS GAME IS JUST GRAPHICS, DO NOT BUY THIS GAME, LET US MAKE THEM SEE THAT FOR 60 € WE WANT A FULL GAME WITH CAMPAIGN INCLUDED.
  14. RedHood96
    Nov 22, 2015
    4
    Game would've gotten a 10 from me if it wasn't infected by EA's corporate greed. Yes it is a stunningly beautiful game, the gameplay, setting, and score eels like star wars, but I got bored after 2-hours. I got the deluxe edition, but I realized I wasn't getting anything special, there is very little content in the game, and to experience the full game we must pay 50 more dollars with aGame would've gotten a 10 from me if it wasn't infected by EA's corporate greed. Yes it is a stunningly beautiful game, the gameplay, setting, and score eels like star wars, but I got bored after 2-hours. I got the deluxe edition, but I realized I wasn't getting anything special, there is very little content in the game, and to experience the full game we must pay 50 more dollars with a total of 110 dollars. Season passes only get a bad rep because games like this can get away with robbing us by giving us very little content for what its worth, and giving us the rest after we pay more. The voice-acting is also cheesy, and the only thing i really enjoyed was the coop, but the "story" was really weak. Overall disappointing to all true star wars fans, but if your enjoying and have the money to pay to play, great for you. But I m done supporting EA after what they just pulled.… Expand
  15. AmokTime
    Nov 22, 2015
    3
    There has been no game I have looked more forward to seeing on the new generation of consoles than a Battlefront sequel. I really enjoyed BF2, and so perhaps my expectations were too high. The game looks great and sounds great. It's just no fun to play. I feel like I am moving through the missions just to get to the end - I'm not enjoying it. At one point I even said out loud, "C'mon, justThere has been no game I have looked more forward to seeing on the new generation of consoles than a Battlefront sequel. I really enjoyed BF2, and so perhaps my expectations were too high. The game looks great and sounds great. It's just no fun to play. I feel like I am moving through the missions just to get to the end - I'm not enjoying it. At one point I even said out loud, "C'mon, just let this be over." It feels like the first Call of Duty game for the previous-gen consoles, but less fun. After about 1.5 hours playing I don't want to play any more. Actually, I didn't want to play anymore after about 20 minutes, but I just thought it might be a slow starter. It is, it just didn't get any better. Ugh. I just blew $60 on a game I hate and I bought it electronically, so I can't even sell it or trade it in at [---retailer--] for credit.… Expand
  16. Planetvibz
    Nov 22, 2015
    7
    Be wary of the low scores - if you want pure fun and instant access to a great evocation of the Star Wars universe then this a no brainer. However, if you're looking for something with the strategy and vehicle/weapon customisation/learning curve of a BF4 then this may disappoint. EA have gone for more of 'dumb downed' battle shooter to no doubt pull in SW fans who aren't serious gamers -Be wary of the low scores - if you want pure fun and instant access to a great evocation of the Star Wars universe then this a no brainer. However, if you're looking for something with the strategy and vehicle/weapon customisation/learning curve of a BF4 then this may disappoint. EA have gone for more of 'dumb downed' battle shooter to no doubt pull in SW fans who aren't serious gamers - fair enough but here's hoping that future DLC gives a deeper experience below the candy veneer.… Expand
  17. nickbfc123
    Nov 22, 2015
    0
    There is a huge lack of content, and the game play just isn't that fun. Lots of people are saying that it's just a Battlefield re-skin, but sadly the game would be better if it was. It feels as if it wants to be both Battlefield and Battlefront, and because of that it fails at being either.
  18. Ricky843
    Nov 21, 2015
    1
    VERY disappointed on how many issues this game has! You figured with the atrocious launch of Battlefied 4 that EA/DICE would have gotten their stuff together and made sure this game ran smooth as a baby's bottom but that is the contrary. This game has more bugs than a roach motel, VERY little content and even less offline content., no campaign, and has extremely terrible serverVERY disappointed on how many issues this game has! You figured with the atrocious launch of Battlefied 4 that EA/DICE would have gotten their stuff together and made sure this game ran smooth as a baby's bottom but that is the contrary. This game has more bugs than a roach motel, VERY little content and even less offline content., no campaign, and has extremely terrible server connectivity problems, hit detection issues, 11 guns and 4 maps. Just like EVERY EA title out there they have broken this game into tiny pieces and plans to sell it back to them in the form of a season pass for an additional $50 extra. My biggest gripe is the fact that they decided to remove the helmets for the storm troopers in the customization and one of them is a old lady! WAY TO RUIN THE IMMERSION DICE! There are PLENTY of poor decisions like this in the game what little there is! My biggest like is that the game looks beautiful but that is it. They really took a dump on this beloved franchise!… Expand
  19. SIPPIO
    Nov 21, 2015
    0
    DONT BELIEVE THE 9 & 10 SCORES!
    THEY ARE OBVIOUS PAID FOR....
    --only a a person who is soo emotionally invested that they are in denial thinks this SW game is a 9 or 10 :( --THIS is a tragedy & PS4 and XBOX1 fans are on same team this time as EVERYONE IS CHEATED.. ---How can a StarWars game release this empty??? Oh yeah because EA realized that if 1/2 of all console games buy it    DONT BELIEVE THE 9 & 10 SCORES!
    THEY ARE OBVIOUS PAID FOR....
    --only a a person who is soo emotionally invested that they are in denial thinks this SW game is a 9 or 10 :(

    --THIS is a tragedy & PS4 and XBOX1 fans are on same team this time as EVERYONE IS CHEATED..

    ---How can a StarWars game release this empty??? Oh yeah because EA realized that if 1/2 of all console games buy it that's about 20-30 million purchases X's $60 = $150 million plus the $50 for season pass..which is already completed btw...it's so obvious this games was finished then the last 4 months was cutting it up to be sold in DLC later..

    --I Hope EA,Ubisoft and Activision stop this selfish,cruel,gross practice..it's just awful..this game has less then 1/4 the content of Battlefront 1 or BF2...
    ~~~Can't return open video games without lying or hustling the girl @ returns, and absolutely not if you got it @ GameStop or gameping store.. Not once it's opened :(. Grr!

    ---There's a used game store near my house that LAMINATES IN THIN plastic and it looks identical to a sealed game..there's no way this wouldn't pass for "SEALED" if one Carefully opens said 'suspect' games...
    --it's not dishonest because only the garbage games would get returned. Well at least by me...

    --RESEAL & RETURN--Talking to you poor saps who feel jipped and struggle to spend $60..    … Expand
  20. JohnAndrews
    Nov 21, 2015
    0
    The only thing going for this game is Graphics & Sound, which are amazing. But since this is a GAME and not a movie the score is fair. A straight 0, because asking for 60 bucks for 25% of a game is an insult and asking another 50 for another 25% is mocking gamers. Goodbye EA , this one hit the nail in the coffin.
  21. Stresspresso
    Nov 21, 2015
    4
    3 days into the game and its devolved into a bunch of cheap tricks and gimmicks it's not even funny. Best advice to give for this game? Pay the 70$ on origin, that way you can ask for your money back once you realize how terrible this game is, and hey if you like it, they deserve the 70$ anyway, don't be so cheap.

    Maps are so lopsided its not even funny. Its got some of the weirdest    3 days into the game and its devolved into a bunch of cheap tricks and gimmicks it's not even funny. Best advice to give for this game? Pay the 70$ on origin, that way you can ask for your money back once you realize how terrible this game is, and hey if you like it, they deserve the 70$ anyway, don't be so cheap.

    Maps are so lopsided its not even funny. Its got some of the weirdest design choices in it, like how maps don't randomly rotate, or you never seem to play the same map from the other side. I was dumbfounded on my 5th round playing the forest map as imperials. Just waiting for my chance to play with the cheap rebellion skins and wreck havoc with my easy to hide body and Jawa blaster, but that never happened. The game just rotates the same sides on the same maps over and over. This leads to a lot of people just leaving the game if they end up on the "wrong side" whichever they think that is anyway.

    There's also no community building in this game either. Between games, there's no chatting allowed, have to watch the same EXP bar animations over, and over again. No cards to choose this round? Well just sit in silence for about 30 seconds. What- you wanna chat? CHATTING IS ONLY FOR CONSENTING FRIENDS! This isn't a game to make friends in, just play with them.

    Choosing what to play also seems so dull, there's no interesting game mashups that would vary up the map selection in any way. If you start one game of walker assault, that's all you'll be playing until you decide otherwise.

    Then there's these ridiculous things like, maybe half your team leaves a game, well that doesn't matter, lets just keep going see what happens... Oh, a new map? Well you played that last one with 2 to 1 odds, lets just leave it that way, maybe it'll grow on you? 2/3rds of the players are having a blast if you hadn't noticed! Then there's spawning, you have no choice in the matter, oh an AT-ST is right there, just shooting the very ground you have to spawn on? Tough! Spawn on your partner! Oh he's pointing a gun at something? NO DICE, he's in combat and spawning on him would be unrealistic! Lastly- at least what comes to mind, the re-spawn menu is just broken, it requires you to usually mouse away from clicking the respawn button right away, but sometimes that's not enough, seriously, I check my hands, choose another, and I still can't click the respawn button. Am I missing something?

    Agh, whatever, not like anyone but vindictive fanboys will read these reviews and down vote them or whatever. My words won't stop people from buying this game. Just throwing my 2 cents into the pile. It would be interesting to be a fly on the wall of the department that is going to handle all the Origin refunds of this game. It works, it's not broken (except that respawn stuff) but it's just a bad game.    … Expand
  22. daBurger237
    Nov 21, 2015
    9
    Although this game is lacking content, I see this as not being a problem for the overall gaming experience. This game does not also have a campaign, this is disappointing, but I am convinced that this is because Disney would not allow EA and DICE to create a story that would be cannon.

    Overall, the game play is amazing. Never have I felt more like a Rebel or Imperial in the Star Wars    Although this game is lacking content, I see this as not being a problem for the overall gaming experience. This game does not also have a campaign, this is disappointing, but I am convinced that this is because Disney would not allow EA and DICE to create a story that would be cannon.

    Overall, the game play is amazing. Never have I felt more like a Rebel or Imperial in the Star Wars Universe. Supremacy and Walker Assault are truly the game modes to play if one wishes for a slightly innovative experience, while enjoying the game play too its fullest.    … Expand
  23. Kieran1
    Nov 21, 2015
    5
    12 maps? More like 4! The other 8 are taken from the same exact location. Its an insult to gamers the lack of content the game has.!

    Gameplay. I like the graphics and scenery . I don't like the way you can pick up hero rewards so easy they should be earned. Same with Vehicles.
  24. Coywolf
    Nov 20, 2015
    8
    Considering all the lukewarm to bad press, I almost didn't buy this game. Thankfully I went with my gut instinct and did. It's true that it's expensive and the vague day-one DLC offers are annoying, but this game is really fun. I'm both a big fan of the Battlefield series (DICE) and Star Wars, and this is a good hybrid. It's a bit on the arcade-y side of things, but that's not a bad thing.Considering all the lukewarm to bad press, I almost didn't buy this game. Thankfully I went with my gut instinct and did. It's true that it's expensive and the vague day-one DLC offers are annoying, but this game is really fun. I'm both a big fan of the Battlefield series (DICE) and Star Wars, and this is a good hybrid. It's a bit on the arcade-y side of things, but that's not a bad thing. Rampaging around in a walker as swarms of rebels try to take you down is a wild experience. I played for 4 hours for my first sitting, and don't foresee my enthusiasm waning anytime soon.… Expand
  25. storigen
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    I want to focus on just one element of the game. Honestly EA did a phenomenal job with optimization. I use two 970's to game at 4k, for most of the new releases I'm lucky to get 50fps at medium with AA off. I am literally playing this on high with AA on @4k running a perfect 60fps, without even one stutter. The game runs and looks gorgeous. Compare that to fallout, where with all settingsI want to focus on just one element of the game. Honestly EA did a phenomenal job with optimization. I use two 970's to game at 4k, for most of the new releases I'm lucky to get 50fps at medium with AA off. I am literally playing this on high with AA on @4k running a perfect 60fps, without even one stutter. The game runs and looks gorgeous. Compare that to fallout, where with all settings on low, I was getting 30fps @4k with tons of stutter.… Expand
  26. jedzbudyn
    Nov 20, 2015
    4
    got 10h played so far.

    Pluses: -its starwars, x-wings, darth vader etc -looks good as a 1st view Minuses: -very bad combat system -720p [i cant see anything that i am aiming for] -boring after 3matches in each mode -stupid grind to get something new -50$ basic pack then another confimer 50... -no content like campain. Game looks like it was pushed to realease by producers    got 10h played so far.

    Pluses:
    -its starwars, x-wings, darth vader etc
    -looks good as a 1st view

    Minuses:
    -very bad combat system
    -720p [i cant see anything that i am aiming for]
    -boring after 3matches in each mode
    -stupid grind to get something new
    -50$ basic pack then another confimer 50...
    -no content like campain.

    Game looks like it was pushed to realease by producers just before movie comes up to get as much sells as possible.

    Srsly this game should be free to play instead of draining money from starwars fans.
    I am dissapointed and will return this game very soon.    … Expand
  27. RedBaron1971
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    You buy Star Wars Battlefront for its multiplayer game. It might be not as strategic as Battlefront 3 or 4, but it makes a lot of fun. Easy and Quick - for one or two hours playing in the evening. You get real Star Wars atmosphere, especially in Walker Assault. If you like games like Plants vs. Zombie Garden Warfare then try Star Wars Battlefront too.
  28. trooper1993
    Nov 20, 2015
    1
    It's pretty terrible. But the fun type of terrible. It's obviously tailored for the new SW movie.

    I'd definitely recommend to buy this game in 3-4 years when it will be dirt cheap as it does a pretty good job at playing one long session. Just one though, the comical aspects of this game just make it really difficult for people to stay serious about it. It's a game based on a old    It's pretty terrible. But the fun type of terrible. It's obviously tailored for the new SW movie.

    I'd definitely recommend to buy this game in 3-4 years when it will be dirt cheap as it does a pretty good job at playing one long session. Just one though, the comical aspects of this game just make it really difficult for people to stay serious about it.

    It's a game based on a old generations classic that tragically was built for kids.

    Ultimately, the kids will love it, star wars fans will try to love it but those who bought the game hoping it would become a good alternative to bfh and bf4, naaah. No way    … Expand
  29. OriginalClassic
    Nov 20, 2015
    0
    The biggest flaw about this game isn't that it's nothing like Battlefront 1 or 2, nor is it the overpriced DLC. It isn't even the fact that there's no single player campaign. No...the biggest flaw is FAR worse.

    There are only 4, count 'em, FOUR multiplayer maps on the disc. There are about eight or so variations on these maps, but they are just DIFFERENT PARTS of the 4 larger maps. $60    The biggest flaw about this game isn't that it's nothing like Battlefront 1 or 2, nor is it the overpriced DLC. It isn't even the fact that there's no single player campaign. No...the biggest flaw is FAR worse.

    There are only 4, count 'em, FOUR multiplayer maps on the disc. There are about eight or so variations on these maps, but they are just DIFFERENT PARTS of the 4 larger maps. $60 for FOUR maps and no single player? Seriously? No thanks. Save your money. I will be getting my multiplayer FPS fix via Rainbow Six Siege.    … Expand
  30. pberman
    Nov 20, 2015
    0
    What the heck?! Nothing about this game is similar to the old Battlefront 2. Where are the maps? You're going to make me pay $110 by having to buy the DLC along with the game in order to get one full game that still won't be nearly as good as the two previous Battlefronts?? That's messed up. I will not buy the DLC and I will not be buying the next Battlefront that comes out unless theyWhat the heck?! Nothing about this game is similar to the old Battlefront 2. Where are the maps? You're going to make me pay $110 by having to buy the DLC along with the game in order to get one full game that still won't be nearly as good as the two previous Battlefronts?? That's messed up. I will not buy the DLC and I will not be buying the next Battlefront that comes out unless they bring back everything from the old series. They honestly could have taken Battlefront 2 and brought it into new console graphics and sound and everyone in the world would be happy. Creating nothing is better than what they have done to this once magnificent series.… Expand
  31. Archer1194
    Nov 20, 2015
    5
    First of all: I'm a HUGE Star Wars fan myself, but I just had to create an account to share my disappointment.

    I REALLY tried to like this game, sadly it does not live up the hype in ANY way. After the announcement at E3 that DICE is going to develop the Reboot of SWBF I was really hyped. They obviously know how to develop a good shoter, although you have to admit that they really    First of all: I'm a HUGE Star Wars fan myself, but I just had to create an account to share my disappointment.

    I REALLY tried to like this game, sadly it does not live up the hype in ANY way. After the announcement at E3 that DICE is going to develop the Reboot of SWBF I was really hyped. They obviously know how to develop a good shoter, although you have to admit that they really screwed the launch and of BF4. Forgive and forget, I guess.

    Now, imagine a Star Wars that is made by DICE and runs on the visually stunning Frostbite 3 Engine. Should be a safe bet for an awesome game right? No!

    I don't even know where to start.

    Let's start with the good thing(s). From a technical standpoint this game is stunning. This game does look INCREDIBLE, it sounds gorgeous, it's authentic, it runs absolutely smooth, it has a good netcode and it imagines Star Wars like never before. DICE really know how to use their engine. They absolutely nailed it this time.

    And to be honest, this is the best part of the game. Graphics, sound and authenticity.

    Now the the (long) list of bad and/or disappointing things:

    Let's start with a list:

    Why is there no SERVER BROWSER? It's ******* 2015!!!
    Why are there no 64 Players?
    Why is there a useless first-person-view?
    Why is there no Clone Wars Era?
    Why is there such a lack of single-player content?
    Why are there no squads and classes?
    Why are there no space battles?
    Why are there only 4 planets?
    Why is there only 1 map for each game mode?
    Why are there only 6 heroes?
    Why are there only 11 guns?
    Who came up with the idea of star cards?

    Why does this game LACK this much CONTENT? I really do not get it.
    Why does the season pass offer more content than the LAUNCH GAME?
    Why does this game cost 60€? It's not worth it in any way.

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    To explan everything:

    I really don't understand why this game lacks content. I seriously don't mind that there is no single-player at all. The campaigns of BF3 and BF4 lacked depth (which the MP of SWBF also does, unfortunately) and they also seemed to be poorly made. DICE really does not know how to deliver a good offline experience. But im fine by this, because of the rock solid and content packed multi-player.

    Survival in SWBF is a poorly made mode though, that mostly will entertain you for an hour max. That's not cool.

    I also don't mind that there is no clone wars era although the predecessor obviously has it. The original trilogy offers enough content in my opinion. The problem is that I don't see any of this. Where are the other planets like Bespin, Dagobah, Aldeeran, a Death Star map. You even have planets that were not in the film that are still canon like Corellia, Kothlis, Kessel and others that also differ from the existing planets.

    Where are unique characters/heroes like Bossk, IG-88, the Imperial Guards of the Emperor, CHEWBACCA(!!!), Calrissian, Admiral Ackbar, General Veers?! The list goes on.

    Why are there only 11 guns? I know the movies did not have more, but would it be a problem to imagine new guns? SWBF2 did it as well.

    Where are unique Ships like the B-Wing, the Vader's TIE-X1 Advanced and of course the missing space battles? I have a feeling that this will be added in the upcoming DLC's although they could have added it into the base game. Now they will charge you another 50€ for content that actually should be in this game from the beginning.

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    Gameplay: To be honest, the gameplay is fun - for a limited time mainly because it lacks depth, content and replay value. You have 11 guns that either play the same or just suck, you only have 1 map for the big and IMO good game modes which are Walker Assaut and Supremacy. Power Ups are a good way to let everyone play as a hero for example, but it really disturbs the immersion, authenticity and tactical possibilties. It just adds some kind of random factor to the game. Same goes for star cards, the absence of squads and kits, no fixed spawn locations, no enterable vehicles and so on. Basically everything that makes Battlefield cool. You can't really focus on a preferred style of individual gameplay. You need to be lucky to get the right power up at the right time. The other modes are cool in the beginning, but get shallow soon imo as they are nothing more than some kind of TDM variation. Fighter Squadron is also a dissapointment mostly because of the flight controls that are too easy and weird. _______________________________________ To conclude: To be honest, I really hoped that this game would turn out like a Battlefield with Stars Wars skins. Sadly it is neither like Battlefield nor like the original SWBF games that were basically like Battlefield games. Never change a running system, I guess. It turned out to be a generic full-price arcade shooter (that some people are okay with of course) with star wars skins that lacks content that you have to buy for another 50€ season pass. Wasted potential...    … Expand
  32. agazoo
    Nov 20, 2015
    0
    Nice, polished graphics, nothing else; Level of complexity is of an poorly made iPad game; Maps are dead and boring; Game play is very poor; Vehicles are uncontrollable; Characters move like turtles; This lasted for maybe 30 minutes for me, before I claimed refund from Origin; Net code is horrible (compensated by equally horrible weapons);

    I mean as a 5$ GC demo it may work, but 70$ for that?
  33. kyrality
    Nov 20, 2015
    9
    It is basically Star 'Wars' the game. And, it is fun. I don't need to have to have the same reproduced progression system, shooting mechanics of every other shooter out there, and I like the balance of casual and more 'hardcore' mechanics. Like if you're into Star Wars, and want to have fun 'in' the Star Wars universe, this game is right up there with X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter, the DarkIt is basically Star 'Wars' the game. And, it is fun. I don't need to have to have the same reproduced progression system, shooting mechanics of every other shooter out there, and I like the balance of casual and more 'hardcore' mechanics. Like if you're into Star Wars, and want to have fun 'in' the Star Wars universe, this game is right up there with X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter, the Dark Forces Series, Rogue Squadron, and KOTOR.… Expand
  34. DarrkHawk
    Nov 20, 2015
    5
    Let's get straight to it. Is this game fun? Yes. Is this game good? Not so much.

    Star Wars Battlefront really is a masterpiece of graphical art and which certainly delivers an authentic Star Wars experience. Playing as Luke Skywalker or Darth Vader is certainly great fun,.. for about 2 games. After which, the "hero" gimmick runs stale. It is a great hype that does work well but offers    Let's get straight to it. Is this game fun? Yes. Is this game good? Not so much.

    Star Wars Battlefront really is a masterpiece of graphical art and which certainly delivers an authentic Star Wars experience. Playing as Luke Skywalker or Darth Vader is certainly great fun,.. for about 2 games. After which, the "hero" gimmick runs stale. It is a great hype that does work well but offers nothing special in terms of replay value. Once you kill 3 or 4 generic players / AI then the opposing hero, you've experience all there is to offer by this system. It appears that it's Boba Fett and Han Solo that get the hero limlight due to long range combat and effectively, drawing out players "camping" instincts.

    The highlight of this game for me is the Fighter Squadron game type. Taking to the skies in an A-wing fighter or a Tai-fighter is the most appealing part and every experience is different. To be honest, the only reason I like this is because it reminds me of past game just as Star Fox. Same combat system really.

    Other game types are simply a very poor play on other game type from shooters of the past decade. Droid Run is simply a domination style game mode where the rules are not exactly clear other than "3 droids, capture them". Cargo is an extremely poor play on the classic capture the flag and Drop Zone is an even worse play on king of the hill.

    Story mode simply does not exist and single player / co-op might as well not exist. The missions, which are usually highlighted as single player story, is a team deathmatch / kill confirmed game type against the AI, or against a friend if you can stay awake long enough. AI battles range in difficulty and realistically, you can have no affect to the enemy score so the hardest difficulty isn't worth the effort unless you aim for achievements. They offer no fun or gameplay value at all. The only really single players are the tutorial modes which give set tasks to learn about the games mechanics. But a total of 5 solo (or co-op) missions at 3 - 6 minutes is not enough.

    Story wise, the game is based off of 3 movies and the fact they couldn't make a story (or even more objective based missions) is just lazy development. Missions like an all out space war where the objective is to take down the Death Star, rescuing Princess Leia from inside the Death Star or an assault on star destroyers would have added quite a lot of value to this game.
    Admittedly, they have done some things well such as the AT-AT assault on the rebel hideout on Hoth which accurately portrays the scene from Episode 5. But this is multiplayer only which kills it for me. Sticking on this area, why is there an AT-AT assault on Endor, Sullust and Tatooine? Endor only had AT-ST assault, Tatooine only had a stormtrooper invasion and Sullust wasn't even in the original trilogy other than a few verbal mentions. Again, lazy devlopment.

    Survival isn't really worth a mention. A basic horde type gamemode that only supports 2 player co-op. Nothing Special.

    Overall, this could've been an amazing game. an already solid fan base of all media but has been turned into a lazy "get rich quick" scheme by EA. It seems they have taken the "Titanfall" approach with this game. No single player story that people will get bored of after a week. The DLC packs must offer something special or this game will be dead very soon.    … Expand
  35. charlyroulette
    Nov 20, 2015
    4
    Its a game worth renting, but that is basically it... visuals and sounds are spectacular no one can deny that, the work they put into these two aspects of the game cannot be denied and to be fair it should be praised.
    But from there it just plunges downhill, its lacks content and gets boring very quickly four maps its simply not enough specially when you know from day one that there is    Its a game worth renting, but that is basically it... visuals and sounds are spectacular no one can deny that, the work they put into these two aspects of the game cannot be denied and to be fair it should be praised.
    But from there it just plunges downhill, its lacks content and gets boring very quickly four maps its simply not enough specially when you know from day one that there is going to be at least 16 more maps and probably more weapon packs, but if you pay 50 euros more...
    The gameplay is just average a bit too simple and the power ups thing its good and makes sense for heroes or starfighters, but I find it annoying for land vehicles (the very few there are) and unnecessary.
    To see why I rented it but didnt biy it is simple I asked myself a question is this a solid game on its own without dlc, yes or no? making dlc an optional choice if you have the cash. Answer it is not. The DLC will not be Add-ons they will be a sort of game-life-support thing to keep people playing it, and such a game its not worth 110 f****g euros.    … Expand
  36. ThomasPierson
    Nov 20, 2015
    4
    I took part in the open beta and it was an authentic experience on par with any of the films; i.e. good for about two hours before I moved onto something else. except that I never picked it back up and the idea of paying full price for so little is repulsive to me. I didn't give it a lower score because I did get two hours out of it, though the second hour palled quickly. I reserve a 0 forI took part in the open beta and it was an authentic experience on par with any of the films; i.e. good for about two hours before I moved onto something else. except that I never picked it back up and the idea of paying full price for so little is repulsive to me. I didn't give it a lower score because I did get two hours out of it, though the second hour palled quickly. I reserve a 0 for a game that is truly broken, this is just incompetent.… Expand
  37. pump-kin
    Nov 20, 2015
    4
    I actually liked the beta. I specifically liked it because I thought it gave a glimpse into the actual game. In retrospect, it seems that it actually showed you what the entire package was.

    + Graphics and sound: Beautiful, very immersive + Power ups: These drop at random locations and add strategic value to the game. They can be anything from cannons, turrets and droids to orbital    I actually liked the beta. I specifically liked it because I thought it gave a glimpse into the actual game. In retrospect, it seems that it actually showed you what the entire package was.

    + Graphics and sound: Beautiful, very immersive

    + Power ups: These drop at random locations and add strategic value to the game. They can be anything from cannons, turrets and droids to orbital strikes, rocket launchers and squad shields. I actually liked it. You also have to find these power ups to become a hero/villain or to get into an AT-AT, AT-ST, A-wing, X-wing, etc. You get the picture.

    + Scope: Playing on Hoth, while an air battle is being waged above you, explosions everywhere, 39 other players on the map with you. Simply awesome feeling for a Star Wars fan.

    + Star cards: Considering all that I didn't like about the simplicity of this game (see below), I liked the cards system, where you could pick 3 abilities/equipments, e.g. shield, grenades, sniper rifle, jump pack, etc., and craft your own deck.

    - Lack of content: Only 4 maps. That's 4. 4 maps. Still can't believe it. More maps coming though, if you have the cash atop the 60 bucks you already payed. 16 additional maps planned as DLC? I get that developers and publishers need to make money, but when you ship the game with 4 maps and plan to add 16 more (+300%), how is that a legitimate DLC policy? How can you claim that this is supposed to be a standalone game? Also, only 11 weapons, the handling of which was so similar that it seemed there were even less than 11.

    - Game modes: Only a few. Don't look at the numbers, all of them were basically slight variations of Walker Assault and Blast. Simply adding Luke, Lea and Solo to Blast suddenly makes it a new mode? I don't think so. I expected more diversity from a multiplayer-only game.

    - Aircraft control: I don't like it at all. You maneuver with the cursor and use WASD to adjust your speed. It seems so counter-intuitive to me. Could you imagine steering your car with your cursor in racing games?

    - Single player: Practically non-existent. In my opinion, there is zero replay value to it.

    - Simplicity: There is not a lot of depth to this shooter. Again, it's multiplayer-only, so I think some depth can be legitimately expected.

    You may notice that I wrote in past tense. That's because I returned it after 4 hrs of playing it. They are addressing some of these issues with future, payed DLC? This game is already too expensive (60 bucks) for what it's delivering, but the DLC policy is the icing on the cake. Drop it by 50% and I may consider buying it. To me, this seems like they prioritized looks over substance and hijacked the experience by charging it +100% what it's actually worth gameplay- and content-wise.    … Expand
  38. paddy_tt
    Nov 20, 2015
    7
    I look for three things when playing a game: Production, Gameplay and Lifespan. Too many reviewers are looking at a poor lifespan and equating this with a very low score. This is completely unfair as Battlefront is a good game.

    The production of the game is absolutely amazing, the graphics are fantastic as is the sound. The servers also seem to be holding up. A top top quality game    I look for three things when playing a game: Production, Gameplay and Lifespan. Too many reviewers are looking at a poor lifespan and equating this with a very low score. This is completely unfair as Battlefront is a good game.

    The production of the game is absolutely amazing, the graphics are fantastic as is the sound. The servers also seem to be holding up. A top top quality game on the production front.

    The gameplay took a little getting used. It felt a little slower than COD or Battlefield, and I feel it takes longer to dispatch your enemy with the early weapons. It is also noticible how different the kill to death ratio is to other shooters. I havent noticed it being any greater than 2:1 at the top, although I know its early days. That said the bottom of the table still consists of those on a 1:5-10. So this game is more equitable and accessible, but dont get me wrong it is still a challenge. All in, the gameplay isnt bad, its just slightly different. As for the maps, the ones we have are pretty good although I still need some time with them. The game modes are really good and varied, no issues on that from me. I come to battlefront for big battles and supremacy and walker assault deliver this well. the other modes wont be my go to modes but having tried all out for a couple of games each they will certainly be a good distraction.

    Now on to the thorny issue of lifespan. it is a relative question. Having come off 200 hours on Witcher should I expect the same from a FPS for the same price? I dont think anyone would but it does make you think about what is reasonable for my £40. I suppose the fairest way to look at this is to compare to other FPS. you undoubtedly get more with the other franchises, but I honestly dont think you get a massive amount more. Had the battle of Jakku been included in the off this would bring the maps to 14.... that isnt too bad! There is no single player campaign, which I would really have loved and the game is poorer for its ommission.

    That said having read the user reviews on this site I had a real crisis. I love Star Wars but I hate being ripped off. After a lot of thought I just went for it, and when I got it home I loaded it up not expecting much. You can control Vader whilst the game installed and this did nothing to allay my fears the controls felt clunky and it went on far too long. But, when I actually got in I started with the solo tasks to try and get used to the pace of the game. I was pleasantly surprised (having expected the worst) with the solo elements, nothing particularly special and pretty limited, but the way some talk of this game you dont expect any more than a few multiplayer maps.

    This is a good game, production is amazing, gameplay is good but the lifespan is lacking a bit (not as much as some say). I have spent 10 hours on it and still want more. I will probably hit 30 to 40 hours on this with no problem. This is a really good and fun game and I dont believe is worth any less than a 7. It has the potential to be great with some extensive DLC but right now it isnt there.

    Did I feel ripped off for my £40? No, its worth every penny. Not a great but it is a good game. 7/10    … Expand
  39. Jokerfish
    Nov 20, 2015
    1
    This is a Star Wars game for fans, that's it. It shoves Star Wars into your face and won't let you forget it. They worked lines from the movie into other characters' dialogue to the point where it sounds like the people in the game saw Star Wars recently and are reciting lines to each other like an inside joke, while fighting Star Wars battles. "We've captured the point. ALL TOO EASY!" HanThis is a Star Wars game for fans, that's it. It shoves Star Wars into your face and won't let you forget it. They worked lines from the movie into other characters' dialogue to the point where it sounds like the people in the game saw Star Wars recently and are reciting lines to each other like an inside joke, while fighting Star Wars battles. "We've captured the point. ALL TOO EASY!" Han Solo recites lines we've heard in a dozen other games, but only heard once in the movies. The game wasn't written to fit in within the SW movies, it was assembled verbatim from them. Worse, it was assembled from the Star Wars movies we've seen a hundred times. Conveniently rushed to shelves in time to see a new one hit theaters in a few weeks, but we don't see any of that one here.

    The problem is that if you were to strip away the Star Wars theme from these battles and reskin it with pretty much anything else, the game is not good. Sure, it feels like the originals, but they're a decade old. There's no excuse for this game to be the least bit shallow in terms of content, but there it is. You're running around looking for glowing tokens like Crash Bandicoot looking for fruit.

    It comes down to people who are happy with what we were handed here, and the people who see what this could have been. It could have expanded on things like Jedi Knight or KOTOR, could have had gameplay options and freedom like the Arkham games did for Batman (tell me using the grapple hoist line Luke used to grenade the AT-AT, but free to use anywhere creatively wouldn't have been amazing) but instead we got the standard EA movie tie-in treatment.    … Expand
  40. TheDahaka
    Nov 19, 2015
    5
    Looks good, sounds good and plays ok. The base game is thin on content with alot more locked behind an expensive season pass. I'm not sure the game has enough depth and content to last past the holiday season and the price of the season pass will ensure most people will be playing the vanilla maps anyway. I predict this one to go the same way as Battlefield Hardline and Titanfall with theLooks good, sounds good and plays ok. The base game is thin on content with alot more locked behind an expensive season pass. I'm not sure the game has enough depth and content to last past the holiday season and the price of the season pass will ensure most people will be playing the vanilla maps anyway. I predict this one to go the same way as Battlefield Hardline and Titanfall with the majority of players dropping off after a short period of time. If you must...try the base game, but hold out on the season pass and see ho things pan out before dropping the cash.… Expand
  41. rdgoodri
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    I don't think the other negative reviewers have actually played this game. It is a blast. I love it, better than Destiny or Halo 5. The game play looks and is awesome, the quality of this game is incredible, everything is super realistic, and super fun to play. I liked playing this immediately, and i had really low expectations. The customizations, the different types of game play,I don't think the other negative reviewers have actually played this game. It is a blast. I love it, better than Destiny or Halo 5. The game play looks and is awesome, the quality of this game is incredible, everything is super realistic, and super fun to play. I liked playing this immediately, and i had really low expectations. The customizations, the different types of game play, the maps are super beyond, the screen saver, the detailed textures, never seen anything like it. The weapons are awesome. The maps and details, its just way way beyond other xbox one games. Sets a new standard, raises the bar to a new level. Seriously you other reviewers who ding this game must be paid off, cause this game rocks, super impressive super detailed graphics super fun. How can you possibly knock this. Finally a dog fight space shooter, or compete on the ground (or both). The walkers are just huge and awesome. Trees are falling, walkers are leaving footprints, this is just incredible. Super awesome real graphics. Come join this fun.… Expand
  42. pelikan
    Nov 19, 2015
    1
    this isn't battlefront no instant action no galactic conquest only 4 maps on bigger battles GO TO HELL EA and DICE too (unbelievable that the freeradical cancelled version was better)
  43. mcmunch20
    Nov 19, 2015
    7
    Really fun game. Beautiful maps and scenery. The audio is really impressive. But it still feels a bit disappointing, like its missing something. Hopefully they introduce space battles or clone wars battles in the upcoming expensive dlc.
  44. SeanGamerDays
    Nov 19, 2015
    8
    The best thing that happends in this game was just the multiplayer, but for some reason, I really dissapointed. It's Battlefield copy-paste with George Lucas Star Wars in it. Although, I do enjoy when you get to play as Luke or Darth Vader.

    This is for the Star Wars nerd!
  45. Markneri
    Nov 19, 2015
    2
    Enough of this ea! Dice the game is awesome. EA and your stupid dlc and season pass that costs as much as the game??? What the hell. No just No! The graphics and controls are good, I mean it is a dice game so the detail is there. The stripping of the game is undoubtedly EA's marketing strategy. It's too sad and it's too stupid. Just wait for the 'enhanced complete edition' down the line.Enough of this ea! Dice the game is awesome. EA and your stupid dlc and season pass that costs as much as the game??? What the hell. No just No! The graphics and controls are good, I mean it is a dice game so the detail is there. The stripping of the game is undoubtedly EA's marketing strategy. It's too sad and it's too stupid. Just wait for the 'enhanced complete edition' down the line. That would be the game for this price point. Season pass!?!?!? Comeeee onnn. Time to go play some more fallout 4. It does not look as good graphics wise but that is what you call a complete game out of the box (minus the bugs)… Expand
  46. Verity
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    Please take the negative reviews with a grain of salt. They DO have some valid points, but they are NOT game breaking. Yes, Star Wars has a massive market, and they are going to MILK IT HARD. That is just the way it works in a capitalist society, so deal with it .

    Now, if you love Star Wars, or any form of FPS/TPS shooters, you will probably really really enjoy this title, especially if    Please take the negative reviews with a grain of salt. They DO have some valid points, but they are NOT game breaking. Yes, Star Wars has a massive market, and they are going to MILK IT HARD. That is just the way it works in a capitalist society, so deal with it .

    Now, if you love Star Wars, or any form of FPS/TPS shooters, you will probably really really enjoy this title, especially if you have a group to play with. Yes, right now there are limited maps, but the Enormous amount of game modes change those maps and how you play them in so many ways. Yes its a cheap tactic to get more content out of the same areas, but at the same time it works well.

    The physics, sounds, and graphics are stellar. It took me into my favorite star wars moments with my best friends. The game just released, so there are some obvious problems, like balancing on maps etc, but overall I give the game 9/10. The missed point is simply for the same four maps, and lack of balance, but both of which can be fixed.

    One of the best things about the release is that you can TRY IT FOR FREE!..... So give it a whirl and see for yourself, don't trust every review, this game may or may not be for you.    … Expand
  47. Spud211
    Nov 19, 2015
    6
    Battlefront is a perfect example of a game with amazing potential, but that's about it. It very much feels like its still in beta and just hasn't been finished.

    It looks great, sounds great and is definitely very "star wars", but that's where the positives end. Its hugely over simplified - from the lack of weapons, to the lack of customisation, to the complete lack of physics, to the    Battlefront is a perfect example of a game with amazing potential, but that's about it. It very much feels like its still in beta and just hasn't been finished.

    It looks great, sounds great and is definitely very "star wars", but that's where the positives end. Its hugely over simplified - from the lack of weapons, to the lack of customisation, to the complete lack of physics, to the dull maps. You run around, point your blaster at someone and hold fire for 2-3 seconds and then move on. More often than not this means running into someone else doing the exact same to you and then dieing, ready to repeat the whole exercise again.

    What could have saved it is the powerups/X-Wings/vehicles - but the random nature of their spawns (the flying vehicles in particular) makes trying to get one a very frustrating affair - an order of magnitude more frustrating than trying to get a plane in Battlefield for example - so that should tell you something!

    They could have done so much more. Adding more than 11 blaster variants, weapon modifications, gadgets (scanners anyone?), some sort of meaningful progression, an ammo mechanic (power packs would do and still be cannon), some sort of physics engine, maps that are not quite so open, 64 player mode, a commander mode...the list goes on.

    I should really have learnt from the beta and not pre ordered this game - but I like many others had the expectation that the beta was just that - a beta - and that there was still time for Dice to finish the game. Alas that didn't happen, and we end up with what feels like exactly the same stripped down build that we had in beta.

    This game is the disappointment of 2015 - and thats before I even mention the fact that there is a tonne of content behind a DLC paywall (one which is heavily advertised in game!). It's hard to believe this was made by the same people that brought us the Battlefield series.

    I strongly advise you to rent this one rather then buying it initially, or wait for it to plummet in price as it no doubt will before long. There are so many brilliant games on the Xbox One right now that you really don't need to waste your money just yet.    … Expand
  48. VikingSkald
    Nov 19, 2015
    3
    Pros:
    - Gorgeous, immersive maps
    - Great score and sound effects Cons: - Repetitive, shallow game modes - Dumbed down combat - No squad play - Can't choose spawn points on maps (to my knowledge) - No strategic play...spawn, frag die... Battlefield game mechanics have basically been stripped/dumbed down for mass appeal... Avoid this for a year or so until they hear the cries    Pros:
    - Gorgeous, immersive maps
    - Great score and sound effects

    Cons:
    - Repetitive, shallow game modes
    - Dumbed down combat
    - No squad play
    - Can't choose spawn points on maps (to my knowledge)
    - No strategic play...spawn, frag die...

    Battlefield game mechanics have basically been stripped/dumbed down for mass appeal...

    Avoid this for a year or so until they hear the cries of the displeased masses and add some substance to this snack of FPS cotton candy...    … Expand
  49. Das2003
    Nov 19, 2015
    4
    When this games was announced back whenever, I was pretty excited to say the least. Considering I pumped many hours into the first 2 games it was only natural for me to feel excited for this game. When I played the Beta there a few months ago I was shocked to see how many corners they cut and to see Hoth redesigned for the games sake I was extremely worried. I suddenly canceled myWhen this games was announced back whenever, I was pretty excited to say the least. Considering I pumped many hours into the first 2 games it was only natural for me to feel excited for this game. When I played the Beta there a few months ago I was shocked to see how many corners they cut and to see Hoth redesigned for the games sake I was extremely worried. I suddenly canceled my pre-order and rented Battlefront 3 as soon as it was available and I was heart broken. One of my favourite games of all time had been bought over and sabotaged into a gorgeous looking lacklustre game. All the detail from the previous games had been lost and now we are left with this shambolic load of crap. Another title streamlined for the next generation of gamers, gamers who never played the originals and gamers who would literally throw money at whatever the next title comes out for their beloved console. This game is quite literally a big F U to all the fans of the original games. At the end of the day its not what the fans want but the investors of the company! That is the god honest truth. Until we stop buying their crap they will listen, if we don;t then they are king and they the investors will be feeding us less and less as the years roll by. The good old days of computers games are all over. This here is proof!… Expand
  50. RayanS93
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    This game is a wonderfull game, the graphics are amazing ! Just disappointed by the absence of the Clone Wars but the game is very cool, getting started is very easy. I love this game and i'm excited to know the sequel.
  51. Jaguar8481
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    An amazing Star Wars experience regardless of your video game skills. There is plenty to do for people who are not proficient in online shooters and still help your team to victory. Visually the game is stunning, I believe the game has sufficient amount to do for your initial 60 dollars. EA and DICE have hid nothing from fans and explained everything up front, they are providing theAn amazing Star Wars experience regardless of your video game skills. There is plenty to do for people who are not proficient in online shooters and still help your team to victory. Visually the game is stunning, I believe the game has sufficient amount to do for your initial 60 dollars. EA and DICE have hid nothing from fans and explained everything up front, they are providing the experience they announced.… Expand
  52. Mogney
    Nov 19, 2015
    3
    4 friggin maps and no single player campaign! Stunning graphics and sound but the content is really thin for a game with this price point. My 12 year old is even bored with it already. This was a money grab, put the words star wars on any old pos and it will sell. I expected much more from Disney and EA.
  53. St1tchedup21
    Nov 19, 2015
    2
    When you first put on your headphones and hear the Star Wars theme, jump into a game and see the dense Forrest of Endor and hear the laser blasts you feel like you are in the world of Star Wars. But that's is where the good ends. The game is filled with unbalanced weapons, Stormtroopers who stick out like a sore thumb and constant server connection issues. While the games graphics areWhen you first put on your headphones and hear the Star Wars theme, jump into a game and see the dense Forrest of Endor and hear the laser blasts you feel like you are in the world of Star Wars. But that's is where the good ends. The game is filled with unbalanced weapons, Stormtroopers who stick out like a sore thumb and constant server connection issues. While the games graphics are amazing that does not mean you made a good game. The game has a total of four planets.... the lack of planets is disturbing. After an hour you get insanely bored of the gameplay. When I found out there was no prequal content I though it was stupid but understand people are not fans of them but it would have given more variety. The game isn't fun at all, save your money and do not purchase this game. This review is from a huge Star Wars and Battlefield fan.… Expand
  54. Darth_Kremer
    Nov 19, 2015
    3
    Sub par FPS shooter with Star Wars skin. Loses it's appeal within a couple hours, simplistic controls that require little to no skill, no real feeling of reward through progression, no campaign, no galactic conquest. Graphics are great and sound is great, but that is where this game ends. Very disappointing overall, even my Star Wars fandom couldn't justify playing this game any longer.Sub par FPS shooter with Star Wars skin. Loses it's appeal within a couple hours, simplistic controls that require little to no skill, no real feeling of reward through progression, no campaign, no galactic conquest. Graphics are great and sound is great, but that is where this game ends. Very disappointing overall, even my Star Wars fandom couldn't justify playing this game any longer. You'll get a quick feeling of Nostalgia, but that's hardly worth $120 for a full game.… Expand
  55. malvadoyrarito
    Nov 19, 2015
    1
    Great Graphics, thats all. We were waitting for the complete game, this is a JOKE, only 4 big maps... No campaign. Maybe in one year with a special edition with all DLC this game will be playable. But it is not now.
  56. Noone1
    Nov 19, 2015
    0
    Very repetitive game, I was bored within half an hour but I tried to give it a chance and played for about 8 hours without having any fun. They seem to have literally picked the worst mechanics they could find, slapped on a couple Star Wars skins and made one map which switches from snow to rocks and called it a day. Most disappointing game of the year for sure, quite possibly of my life.
  57. hellfir
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    This game is actually really good! Some of the lower reviews are a product of the game receiving way to much hype. As far as the game play goes, you really can't compare it to the older battlefront games, or the current battlefield games, as they are completely different from one another. I didn't give it a 10 because in the 15 or so hours i have played it have ran into a couple of bugs,This game is actually really good! Some of the lower reviews are a product of the game receiving way to much hype. As far as the game play goes, you really can't compare it to the older battlefront games, or the current battlefield games, as they are completely different from one another. I didn't give it a 10 because in the 15 or so hours i have played it have ran into a couple of bugs, and the hero game play could still use some tweaking as the actions are not as smooth as they could be. I am very happy with this game though and I will be sharing my time between this a fallout pretty evenly for the next few months.… Expand
  58. cwatz
    Nov 19, 2015
    5
    Stars Wars Battlefront can be summarized very easily. They absolutely nail the look, sound (mostly) and feel of Star Wars.

    Outside of that however, there are major issues. Minimal modes (at least worth playing). A grand total of 4 maps. If you stick to similar modes often, you will really feel this. Its very shallow. On the gameplay front its not much different. Its a    Stars Wars Battlefront can be summarized very easily. They absolutely nail the look, sound (mostly) and feel of Star Wars.

    Outside of that however, there are major issues. Minimal modes (at least worth playing). A grand total of 4 maps. If you stick to similar modes often, you will really feel this. Its very shallow.

    On the gameplay front its not much different. Its a simplistic, dumbed down version of battlefield. Blaster combat isn't particularly satisfying. Power ups on the ground and card loadouts give momentary boosts in strength. Its not particularly captivating.

    Ultimately its something Star Wars fans will have a good time with due to its brand loyalty, but anyone approaching this from the game point of view is likely to be very disappointed.    … Expand
  59. amirrezakhajavi
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    the game is good and if it had an campaign it was awesome.but there is some differences between this game shooting mechanic and battlefield. and it is pretty good if you like star wars play it. if you like shooting games play it. if you like online games play it!!!
  60. 0Bennyman
    Nov 19, 2015
    4
    Giving this game a 4 actually kills me, to know I just gave a bad review to a Battlefront game though is it still the same series? It's not the third so in my eyes this is something new, a test if you will. This game is a perfect example of 'Graphics don't make a game' since in 4k this game looks phenomenal but there's nothing new or unique. There's barely any guns and I believe 6 maps inGiving this game a 4 actually kills me, to know I just gave a bad review to a Battlefront game though is it still the same series? It's not the third so in my eyes this is something new, a test if you will. This game is a perfect example of 'Graphics don't make a game' since in 4k this game looks phenomenal but there's nothing new or unique. There's barely any guns and I believe 6 maps in general, 4 for walker assault and 2 extra for the small maps.

    What went wrong?!
    Anyone could say time constraints but unless EA forced Dice to make this game as it is there is no excuse, no space battles or Conquest was the biggest mistake ever as survival is as **** and repetitive as you'd expect. Had the game had 6 maps or a couple less BUT had the amazing large battles that had both space and land in the same fights as the PSP game did this would be a huge success but no. Why? No seriously why couldn't they do any of it? There is no excuse.

    And the New DLC that adds 16?!?!?!?!?! maps to the game is a disgrace, time constraints? Yeah because they don't already have any of those maps waiting to be released. New Modes as well with the DLC, it seems EA or Dice thought everyone would agree with the Battlefield model except what they forgot is BATTLEFIELD HAS MORE CONTENT.

    Also to add to the Time Constraints argument, there was already a better battlefront game that had full transition to space that was cancelled and then this garbage was made. They could have used that game instead.

    To sum it up, Battlefront is NOT Battlefront 3 and never will be, it's a completely different game and even with its Unbelievable graphics Battlefront 2 is still the better choice or if can get it the PSP battlefront game. Hopefully in a few years Battlefront 2 will come out and it will surpass this game by so much we will forget this was even a game, or hell if out of the blue the cancelled game gets active again and comes out.

    I've played the game about 30 Minutes while countless hours on the beta, what does this mean? The game has nothing unique about it, the walker assault mode is its USP and they flushed it away through the beta.

    ALSO If EA are being the mischievous **** we all know them to be I imagine one of those 2 modes could be space battles which means locking it away behind DLC so more money for them, hell they could have full transitional battles there as well. I don't imagine there's much else they could add so it wouldn't surprise me.

    P.S I don't own this game, i'm an EA access member so I used my trial and didn't pick up my pre-order because of this. I'll wait for the game to be added to the vault which probably won't be long since EA did the same with Hardline when people didn't like that.    … Expand
  61. Legi0n4weRmany
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    You are a storm trooper/rebel!

    If you grew up with the original trilogy, this game is what was happening in your head when you played with the toys. Dice as per usual have shown an attention to detail and love for the source material that's uncommon in today's game development arena. Starts you off with some training on Hoth as a rebel hunting floppy legged Imperial drones, from the    You are a storm trooper/rebel!

    If you grew up with the original trilogy, this game is what was happening in your head when you played with the toys. Dice as per usual have shown an attention to detail and love for the source material that's uncommon in today's game development arena.

    Starts you off with some training on Hoth as a rebel hunting floppy legged Imperial drones, from the perfect rendering of the blaster in your hands to the whine of the snow speeders passing overhead this is star wars as you remember it.

    This will keep you entertained for years, i know i will be playing till Battlefront 2 comes out.

    *note on the lower scores here.
    Many people were not given the exact carbon copy of Battlefront 2 (a decade old game at this point) they were expecting with upgraded visuals, because of this they feel the need to lash out and give poor reviews. Same again many did not get a good single player experience from an entirely multiplayer game. Some also take the hipster EA hate route and attack their business practices eg: DLC. None of these people have valid arguments or have anything constructive to say about the actual game so please ignore them. :)    … Expand
  62. Tavi88
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    If you ARE a Star Wars fan like me, then this is the game you are looking for. It has by far the best graphics ever made in the Star Wars Universe. It has awesome gameplay, great solo and co-op missions, amazing survival mode and the best multiplayer experience I had in years. Go now and buy it, and may the force be with you all.
  63. HoschKabosch
    Nov 19, 2015
    4
    I played this game for about 4 hours and got bored. There is very little to no content. The maps re-use environments so theirs very little visual variety. Their is far too many meaningless unlockables in an attempt to give people arbitrary reasons to keep playing. I haven't boughten a game from EA in at least 5 years and this game affirmed I should avoid EA games.

    They have blatantly    I played this game for about 4 hours and got bored. There is very little to no content. The maps re-use environments so theirs very little visual variety. Their is far too many meaningless unlockables in an attempt to give people arbitrary reasons to keep playing. I haven't boughten a game from EA in at least 5 years and this game affirmed I should avoid EA games.

    They have blatantly released half a game, this Battlefront should have shipped with a Full Campaign mode with a story that ties in to the New Movie. It's a blatant rip-off that it doesn't include it. Not to mention the fact that his Star Wars is completely based on the original trilogy, there is nothing in the entire game from the New Film which makes no sense because it's launch is coinciding (within less than one month) with the new film.

    This is typical Lazy, Anti-Consumer EA at work. I love Star Wars and its fun to enjoy the Nostalgia for a moment, but they have so grossly left out the campaign, a story that ties in to the movie, and failed to include any characters, visuals or environments from the new film that it's hard to even give this game a 4/10.

    Graphically: This is one of the best FPS I have ever seen and from the standpoint of the Art Design, it truly looks amazing. It feels like you are in the Original Trilogy, amazing art in this game. I give the graphics and visuals a 10/10.

    Gameplay: This is basically Battlefield with a Star Wars skin. This really feels like a $20 DLC pack their pawning off as a $60 game and then trying to get you to pay $50 for DLC on top of that. Not to mention the DLC is so sleazy, they've clearly bareboned this game and plan on charging the absolute maximum for content that needed to be included in the regular launch version.

    In my opinion all FPS nowadays need to have a Campaign/Story mode. A Multiplayer mode with excellent Matchmaking. And a Horde mode where you can relax and fight PvE style.
    Also I think it should include; Custom Games, Theatre for watching your gameplay and quality Stat Tracking. This game Basically gives you 1/2 of a PVP mode with terrible Matchmaking playlists. It follows the COD style where you simply pick a gametype, so 90% of players are in either Team Deathmatch or One objective gametype and the entire rest of the playlists have 0 population.

    TL;DR, Summary, Verdict: This is typical EA, they sell you half a multiplayer, basically a Star Wars themed DLC for Battlefield and pawn it off as a Full game. This game left a really bad taste in my mouth and re-affirmed that I should avoid EA games. Not impressed. Also their is 0-relation to the New Star War movie coming out in 2 weeks. Everything in the game is based on the Original Trilogy there is nothing related to the New Movie shockingly.    … Expand
  64. VeeGuz
    Nov 19, 2015
    4
    Well, I knew this day would come. I KNEW that Battlefront 3 would be a f*ck up. Ever since I saw the first released gameplay I KNEW, because I too am also a Battlefront veteran, aver since the good ol' Battlefront 1 days. And once I saw that EA would be publishing and marketing this game I dry-heaved, I honestly do think that this game's emptiness of content is because of EA, they'reWell, I knew this day would come. I KNEW that Battlefront 3 would be a f*ck up. Ever since I saw the first released gameplay I KNEW, because I too am also a Battlefront veteran, aver since the good ol' Battlefront 1 days. And once I saw that EA would be publishing and marketing this game I dry-heaved, I honestly do think that this game's emptiness of content is because of EA, they're trying to push this game out the door so quickly to coincide with episode VII, But it's lacking SO MUCH.

    Let's run it down a pro/con list

    - cons

    No galactic conquest

    Lack of a decent class system

    Female storm troopers (excuse me?)

    An eerie sparseness of class content (like in titanfall)

    Not many maps

    flying controls are...jesus...they're horrible, this one bothers me especially because most people are used to the physics and controls in Battlefield, because of the Frostbite engine, but in this game they've retooled the mechanics for flying to make it more user friendly, WHICH IS IRONIC because 99.99999% of the f***ing players are already used to the other controls, and if Battlefront is your first FPS then you should probably get the f*ck of the servers. DICE was like "oh hey you guys like the controls? alright here you g- AHAHHAHA just kidding f*ck you! here's a broken non-userfriendly control scheme, use this s*it, not our problem because we're bathing in money right now"

    Season pass = 39.99!?! excuse me? EA you covetous f*ck get over here!

    Oh and not to mention 5 DLCs, mhmm that's good. didn't realize I was playing COD

    Lack of vehicle combat.

    No space battles? that was the entire reason I bought battlefront 2 in 2005. Oh excuse me, I didn't mean to impune the all knowing omnipotence of EA, you smelly little f**ker

    Imbalance on ATAT assault, the Rebels will lose 70% of the time, it's like Invasion from Halo Reach, where if you were the Spartans you would lose constantly

    No campaign, I really do give a s*it
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    Now for the pros

    Customize armor

    game looks great

    wilhelm scream

    and that's f**king it.    … Expand
  65. SilkyNoah
    Nov 19, 2015
    3
    After my time in EA Access I can safely say this is one of the biggest disappointments not only of the year, but probably the most disappointing game in recent memory.

    The game has a severe lack of content, a ridiculously expensive season pass (so you can get all the content they cut), overly simplistic combat, mediocre at best hit registration, very little singleplayer content, and the    After my time in EA Access I can safely say this is one of the biggest disappointments not only of the year, but probably the most disappointing game in recent memory.

    The game has a severe lack of content, a ridiculously expensive season pass (so you can get all the content they cut), overly simplistic combat, mediocre at best hit registration, very little singleplayer content, and the list could go on forever...

    I cannot recommend this game to anybody. It pains me to say this as a huge fan of Star Wars and the classic Battlefront games, but this just doesn't live up to the name. It shames it.    … Expand
  66. michaelnylund
    Nov 19, 2015
    10
    Stunningly beautiful, graphic-/sound-wise. Very fun and second to none in its genre. Loads of different game modes that will keep you occupied for hours. A must have!
  67. Infrnlmajsty
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    Star Wars Battlefront is the Star Wars game I have always wanted, the multiplayer is spot on. Controls are some of the best in gaming, the only downfall(for some people anyway) is the lack of a campaign. This day and age campaigns in FPS games are usually skipped anyway. I will be playing this game for many months to come!
  68. doorknob74
    Nov 19, 2015
    8
    Sights and sounds are off the charts. No campaign, who cares. You don't mess w that after the 1st month anyway. Just play the missions. But...I am surprised in the lack of team or squad based function. A lot of the standard weapons are so similar (rapid pistols, big machine guns, rifles) that when I buy a new one, it doesn't seem to matter. And the spawn points at times seems to put me waySights and sounds are off the charts. No campaign, who cares. You don't mess w that after the 1st month anyway. Just play the missions. But...I am surprised in the lack of team or squad based function. A lot of the standard weapons are so similar (rapid pistols, big machine guns, rifles) that when I buy a new one, it doesn't seem to matter. And the spawn points at times seems to put me way to far away from the action. And with no transport available unless you find a power up, it sucks. The power ups overall are good, it keeps from spawn point campers getting the cool stuff.
    As a big Battlefield and Star Wars fan, this game is really fun, but ask me in 2 months and having to think about spending another 50$ to get new stuff, how fun it is.
    Oh, and spending hard earned money to get stupid crap like emotes and a old dudes head, c'mon man!!!    … Expand
  69. crom4739
    Nov 19, 2015
    4
    I always enjoyed Star Wars Battlefront. When i found out Dice was making this game i was please because I believed they would be making the game better then it was 10 years ago. I really didnt care that it doesnt have a campaign or split screen multiplayer. I was hoping for a more tactical Star Wars game hell i would have even loved just a BF4 re skin because it would give me the feelingI always enjoyed Star Wars Battlefront. When i found out Dice was making this game i was please because I believed they would be making the game better then it was 10 years ago. I really didnt care that it doesnt have a campaign or split screen multiplayer. I was hoping for a more tactical Star Wars game hell i would have even loved just a BF4 re skin because it would give me the feeling of actually being on the ground in the **** as you would put it. This game lacks all of that. There is no skill in this game for shooting or in fighter. Holding down the trigger to lock on and being unable to shake off an enemy tie fighter cuz he brakes and just watches you flail about trying to shake him off is bull **** The hero ships are even worse having 3 fighters tailing the falcon and it just flying with out a care in the world is stupid, there have been matchs i have played where a player only dies once and thats cuz he was in the hero ship the whole time and can be bought down at all cuz they have so much more health.
    Being on the ground is worse with one shot homing rockets and removing the timer for heros was mistake since boba fett is the best hero can just camp. I give this game a 3 for star wars plus 1 for trying but i will be returning or trading in this game.    … Expand
  70. zmerrill4361
    Nov 18, 2015
    1
    this is incomparable to the previous titles. visually it does look quite impressive but once you dive into the game itself its boring. same as every other shooter just a different skin to it. i'm quite disappointed that i wasted the cash to pre order it and only play it as little as i did. the multiplayer is a dumbed-down version of the COD franchise. campaign mode almost non existent andthis is incomparable to the previous titles. visually it does look quite impressive but once you dive into the game itself its boring. same as every other shooter just a different skin to it. i'm quite disappointed that i wasted the cash to pre order it and only play it as little as i did. the multiplayer is a dumbed-down version of the COD franchise. campaign mode almost non existent and not even worth playing.this game sucks in every aspect of the video game experience. my 5 year old son was bored after 10 min.... waste of time and money...… Expand
  71. soldier5637
    Nov 18, 2015
    2
    Horrible. I havent spent this much money on a game in a long time but I felt this would be worth it as Battlefront 2 was my childhood game. But this is bad.. Like really bad. theres no content. none. theres online, thats it. No campaign and no Clone era anything?! Why did a game from 2005 have 5x more content?? It doesnt even have the Battlefront feel anymore. As per usual, EA wrecked whatHorrible. I havent spent this much money on a game in a long time but I felt this would be worth it as Battlefront 2 was my childhood game. But this is bad.. Like really bad. theres no content. none. theres online, thats it. No campaign and no Clone era anything?! Why did a game from 2005 have 5x more content?? It doesnt even have the Battlefront feel anymore. As per usual, EA wrecked what could have been a great thing. Really, really disappointing.… Expand
  72. yargyyarg
    Nov 18, 2015
    4
    Good visuals. Gets boring quickly once the novelty wears off. It's really getting frustrating how game companies are shifting over to releasing 1/4 finished games at a full $60 price only to promise a complete game for the purchase of DLCs. Don't pay them for this mistreatment. Destiny was the ultimate example, only now, after a $60 initial buy in, +2x$20 DLCs + 1x$40 DLC ($140 game total)Good visuals. Gets boring quickly once the novelty wears off. It's really getting frustrating how game companies are shifting over to releasing 1/4 finished games at a full $60 price only to promise a complete game for the purchase of DLCs. Don't pay them for this mistreatment. Destiny was the ultimate example, only now, after a $60 initial buy in, +2x$20 DLCs + 1x$40 DLC ($140 game total) do we have the original $60 game they promised us. We as a gaming community need to do much better at voting with our wallets. I'm just as much to blame as the rest of you...… Expand
  73. mustafamalik
    Nov 18, 2015
    0
    cash grab from EA, and milking of Star Wars franchise by EA and Disney. Casual shooter with no substance at all, not worth the goddamn 120$ price for the complete content. selling maps for 50 dollars is ridiculous when the original game itself is boring with no campaign at all.
  74. JTGrasby
    Nov 18, 2015
    8
    If you're a Star Wars fan, this is the game for you.

    Never before has the Star Wars Universe been captured so beautifully, through sounds and graphics and characters that you know and love. Unfortunately, the game wears thin quickly and suffers from a lack of levels to keep you wanting to come back for more. It's a beautiful but hollow experience. What makes it more frustrating is    If you're a Star Wars fan, this is the game for you.

    Never before has the Star Wars Universe been captured so beautifully, through sounds and graphics and characters that you know and love. Unfortunately, the game wears thin quickly and suffers from a lack of levels to keep you wanting to come back for more.

    It's a beautiful but hollow experience. What makes it more frustrating is that you have to almost pay a for a whole other game with the DLC in order to experience it to it's full potential.

    I'll still give it an 8, as there's a lot of fun to be had. The potential here is amazing and with the graphics, sounds, gameplay all being top quality, it's a shame that you have to spend almost 200 dollars to experience variety.    … Expand
  75. Ryansmithee
    Nov 18, 2015
    0
    not a scratch on 1 and 2, this game should not even be called battlefront. exceptionally low content for the price to make matters worse. God knows why DICE thought no single player would be god idea. Fails in every aspect. DO NOT BUY
  76. Kevster820
    Nov 18, 2015
    2
    Extremely disappointed with Battlefront. The game itself looks fantastic, but it is definitely a shallow experience. No single player offering (surprised companies are still making the same mistakes as Titanfall and Evolve) with a very limited offering of gear, modes, maps and heroes. Unfortunately, half of the content that would make this a complete game has been cut out and created asExtremely disappointed with Battlefront. The game itself looks fantastic, but it is definitely a shallow experience. No single player offering (surprised companies are still making the same mistakes as Titanfall and Evolve) with a very limited offering of gear, modes, maps and heroes. Unfortunately, half of the content that would make this a complete game has been cut out and created as DLC. This leaves little to play with (when the game is working) and I couldn't help but feel bored by the whole experience. I must draw comparisons to Battlefronts big competition (Call of Duty & even Battlefield). Both of these games provide an abundance of content (even without paid DLC / season passes) and have a large amount of depth that is required to keep gamers invested. This is clearly a game that was released too early with the hopes of cashing in on the movie. Gamers are left with a bad taste in their mouth and the desire to replay the old Battlefront 2 game instead.… Expand
  77. drysprocket
    Nov 18, 2015
    0
    This is future that mobile games have brought us. Appealing to a large audience brings with it terrible gameplay- made to appeal to casual gamers and kids. This game is fun for exactly 2 hours. The price is borderline robbery for what you get.
  78. way2ez4u2
    Nov 18, 2015
    8
    I think the game is missing:
    1. spawn killing
    2. fashion show mode 3. complicated add-ons to guns that may or may not do anything to the weapon 4. nade spam 5. rocket spam 6. dolphin diving 7. complicated controls that need a modded controller to use 8. a regurgitated single player storyline 9. glitches that make the game barely playable 10. buildings/stationary vehicles that    I think the game is missing:
    1. spawn killing
    2. fashion show mode
    3. complicated add-ons to guns that may or may not do anything to the weapon
    4. nade spam
    5. rocket spam
    6. dolphin diving
    7. complicated controls that need a modded controller to use
    8. a regurgitated single player storyline
    9. glitches that make the game barely playable
    10. buildings/stationary vehicles that can be damaged    … Expand
  79. f0dsta
    Nov 18, 2015
    0
    this game just isnt worth the money its all graphics and no substance, its not much fun past the first few hours there is very little content and it just makes you wish you purchased something else

    totally a regrettable purchase
  80. Locke_VI
    Nov 18, 2015
    0
    Your $60 investment only gets you only a small portion of what they put into this title. EA expects you to pay an additional $50 for the rest of it. And since it is multiplayer only, you are asked to pay $110 for what is only half a game to begin with. "Multiplayer only" is just EA's "always-on DRM" by another name.
  81. almazalf
    Nov 18, 2015
    0
    Like many have described, the only good thing about this game was the visual aesthetics and music (of course, it's star wars). It lacks everything else..it has no substance, no uniqueness.

    Why the hell did they name this game BATTLEFRONT? THIS IS NOT BATTLEFRONT AT ALL!! This is just another first person shooter with star wars characters.--and it even FAILS to be a good one! It    Like many have described, the only good thing about this game was the visual aesthetics and music (of course, it's star wars). It lacks everything else..it has no substance, no uniqueness.

    Why the hell did they name this game BATTLEFRONT? THIS IS NOT BATTLEFRONT AT ALL!!

    This is just another first person shooter with star wars characters.--and it even FAILS to be a good one!

    It could have been something really special if they had kept the ESSENCE of BATTLEFRONT, but they went ahead and did a poor imitation of something that has been overdone..I think we are all good on first person shooters.

    I wish the original battlefront game style could be brought back, I really do.    … Expand
  82. EpicRetroNerd
    Nov 18, 2015
    7
    The game immerses you into the Star Wars universe with its breathtaking and perfect representations of Hoth, Endor and Tatooine and the sound and aesthetic is taken straight from the original movies and it is **** beautiful, traversing through Endor on a speeder is so fun and is very much like how it was in the movies. The gameplay is fast paced and **** fun as hell and it is a mix ofThe game immerses you into the Star Wars universe with its breathtaking and perfect representations of Hoth, Endor and Tatooine and the sound and aesthetic is taken straight from the original movies and it is **** beautiful, traversing through Endor on a speeder is so fun and is very much like how it was in the movies. The gameplay is fast paced and **** fun as hell and it is a mix of Battlefield, Battlefront 2 and Call of duty (Some may consider that a bad thing. But **** you). Playing as the heroes is fun but you can easily fun a pick up and you die rather easily, this makes it so you don't feel as powerful as you really should feel when playing as a sith lord. The fighter squadron mode for me is really **** fun. Dogfights are intense and make me feel like i'm actually in the movies when i'm piloting an x-wing. There are some game modes that I love. Droid run is very tactical and team based but to win the mode you have to have the msot droids at the end of the match so if your team had all of the droids for the whole match and then the other team swoop in at the last second you feel very cheated. Walker Assault is great but is slightly one sided. Supremacy is fun. And heroes vs villains is also great. Customization needs to be improved but it is still a nice feature. The star card system is great and the weapons even though there is a sufficient amount they all seem to feel the same when using them. Survival is good but i'm not a huge fun of modes like that so I didn't enjoy it that much. That being said if you like horde modes you will love this. Playing this game made me feel like a kid again as I flew through the sky in an x-wing and took to the battlefield as Luke Skywalker and it brang back some memories I had when playing Battlefront 2 when I was a kid 8 years ago.

    But then there is the issues with the game. There is no campaign for starters which is a real bummer. This means that there is no new original interesting story and there is nothing to fall back on after playing the riveting multiplayer for a long time. There is also no space battles or galactic conquest, which kind of sucks seems as they were great in Battlefront 2. And then there is EA, slapping their massive **** dick all over the players faces until they ejaculate a season pass on to the players while begging them for money. I may have gone a bit far with that but you get my point. The **** season pass. Which most likely has all the missing content in. And they are going to make everyone pay for it because **** you we're corporate dick faces who hate the consumer but love their money. But who knows the DLC could actually have loads of content in. But it most likely won't. Also after about a month and leading up to the new movie Star Wars Battlefront will probably get tiresome and will disappear from my mind until five months later when I remember it actually exists and start playing all over again and falling in love with it all over again.

    Overall the game is fun, addictive, immersive and for a while is **** great. But in theory it is a disappointment. Even though the gameplay is great it lacks content. No campaign or innovative modes. At the moment it is one of the most fun shooters I have played in a while and the added Star Wars theme makes it even better. But at full price it can **** off. Because most of the game will be added through DLC. 7.5/10    … Expand
  83. Viltgance
    Nov 18, 2015
    0
    This game is an absolute waste of money.....there is no content, and the content that is there sucks. Nothing like the original battlefront games, stay the hell away from this.
  84. OrlesianBastard
    Nov 18, 2015
    7
    The decision whether you should play this game or not ultimately comes down to a small selection of questions:

    Do you prefer your shooters to be light on complexity, but still be fun to play in small doses? Are you a huge Star Wars fan? Is a highly intensive graphical experience important to you? Are you someone who is busy and can't invest a lot of time when playing a game?    The decision whether you should play this game or not ultimately comes down to a small selection of questions:

    Do you prefer your shooters to be light on complexity, but still be fun to play in small doses?

    Are you a huge Star Wars fan?

    Is a highly intensive graphical experience important to you?

    Are you someone who is busy and can't invest a lot of time when playing a game?

    Are you someone who is only concerned with multiplayer competitive games?

    If you answered yes to all of these questions, then you should buy Battlefront. If you answered yes to some of the questions, but not all, give it a rent. You'll find out pretty quickly whether this game is a title you want to invest an actual purchase towards.

    I'm really liking this game so far, while others have used its simplicity as a negative against it, I love the arcade-y, simplistic feel. I just jump in a game, have fun no matter the outcome, and not feel like I have to invest over a hour for a singe match.

    The biggest detraction for the game is it feels like a seminal title, that you should wait for next year when they can really expand upon their initial offering. There's a base here for a really great game, it just falls short of great and is pretty good. So if you're a Star Wars fan looking for a great Star Wars experience, and doesn't mind playing a pretty good but not great game, then give it a shot.    … Expand
  85. LoktaaR
    Nov 18, 2015
    10
    Je met un 10 sur 10 , bien que le jeu n'est pas parfait . Les 0 attribués par les imbéciles de troll font chuter sévèrement la note , alors je met un 10 pour remonter un peu tout ça
  86. trytoblockmenow
    Nov 18, 2015
    1
    This game is gorgeous with incredible attention to detail, but that's meaningless. It's basically a polished turd. This game is the epitome of greed. Greed that is destroyed the video game industry. It comes with four boring maps for $50, and the content was clearly cut in half to sell later as over priced DLC. If you spent $60 dollars on this and another $50 for the season pass, you haveThis game is gorgeous with incredible attention to detail, but that's meaningless. It's basically a polished turd. This game is the epitome of greed. Greed that is destroyed the video game industry. It comes with four boring maps for $50, and the content was clearly cut in half to sell later as over priced DLC. If you spent $60 dollars on this and another $50 for the season pass, you have been scammed horribly and I feel bad for you. There is no single player campaign, the weapons are lame, the flying is beyond terrible and playing as signature Star Wars characters is completely underwhelming. It will only take you a few hours to see everything there is here. This is easily one of the most disappointing releases of the year. What do you expect from EA though. This is another one of their truly lazy, piss poor excuses for a cash grab video game.… Expand
  87. supertenor
    Nov 18, 2015
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't understand all of the hate, for this game... which, initially made me apprehensive to buy SW: Battlefront... but, I am greatly enjoying the game. Yes, it's pricey, when you count the $50 "season pass" but, it's a beautiful game and, captures the magic, of the films, for me. My favorite aspects, of the game, so far are the dogfight modes and the "kill the hero" mode. I like the game.… Expand
  88. fortigas
    Nov 18, 2015
    10
    Game is just awesome, some friends buy this over BO 3, and this is really fun game, not many problems, is launch version then they will fix the little issues soon, but many time many time for play and fun =)
  89. Bandidragon
    Nov 18, 2015
    9
    This is the best-looking game I've ever played. The dogfights play great and feel authentic, and the cockpit view is seriously awesome despite it making the game much harder since you cant see much.
  90. nreckten
    Nov 18, 2015
    5
    Looks stunning, has some fun elements, but for a multiplayer-focused game, there's not a lot to love. Gameplay is simple, repetitive, and not much room for strategy, tactics, or interesting customization. Compared to past DICE games, as well as past Battlefronts (I know it's been a while), this is a huge letdown.
  91. Noalan
    Nov 18, 2015
    0
    It's games like this that make me worry about the direction of Star Wars. Disney is planning a movie every year, but with the rejection of the EU the Star Wars universe is empty and they seem to be going for a flashy cash grab. The brand is strong enough to hold up for a while but they're killing the golden goose here.
  92. Spraragen88
    Nov 18, 2015
    10
    Don't listen to the people saying there is no offline stuff. There are 4 offline modes and about 10 unique missions, such as a jet speeder race/battle through Endor. Aerial Dogfights and more. There is a bunch of offline content and tons of unlockables. The game is focused on MP though, and it is amazing. Just don't listen to the people who are rating this low. They haven't played it, theyDon't listen to the people saying there is no offline stuff. There are 4 offline modes and about 10 unique missions, such as a jet speeder race/battle through Endor. Aerial Dogfights and more. There is a bunch of offline content and tons of unlockables. The game is focused on MP though, and it is amazing. Just don't listen to the people who are rating this low. They haven't played it, they are just upset that it's better than CoD.… Expand
  93. 8BitAlex
    Nov 18, 2015
    3
    The graphics in this game are absolutely amazing but that is about all the compliments I have for this game. It feels just like an EA game, devoid of any actual connection with the player. It also feels like a really good proof of concept since there are very little features in the game itself. It has very little customization and what it does have is stupid, very few of the weapons areThe graphics in this game are absolutely amazing but that is about all the compliments I have for this game. It feels just like an EA game, devoid of any actual connection with the player. It also feels like a really good proof of concept since there are very little features in the game itself. It has very little customization and what it does have is stupid, very few of the weapons are actually useful (again it has very little of them), which all makes the game modes seem bland. It would have been AMAZING if they had a single player campaign as well given the graphics but there is no sign that was even an idea they had.

    This game feels incomplete and has very little resemblance to the original battlefronts. I only hope the DLC can fix some of this but I doubt it.    … Expand
  94. scarletsurf
    Nov 18, 2015
    8
    Star Wars: Battlefront is a beautiful game. The graphics are some of the best I've ever played with, during some matches I'd find myself staring at the tree line or watching the sand float across the battlefield. If you are a visual person you will really enjoy Battlefront, this much is guaranteed. Along with nailing the look of the Star Wars universe DICE also managed to capture theStar Wars: Battlefront is a beautiful game. The graphics are some of the best I've ever played with, during some matches I'd find myself staring at the tree line or watching the sand float across the battlefield. If you are a visual person you will really enjoy Battlefront, this much is guaranteed. Along with nailing the look of the Star Wars universe DICE also managed to capture the elegant sound of John Williams original score. I don't play many FPS, however when the battle is raging and a tie fighter crashes right beside you, you hear "Lord Vader fights among us." and the the sound on your speakers starts to crescendo with that gorgeous score it is something special, coming from a Star Wars fans heart. However that said, if you do not like Star Wars I would not recommend this game for you- there is not much content and if you are solely purchasing for good gameplay there is better games out for that. (6.5/10) Yet, if you are a star wars fan, play games for good scores and beautiful graphics then I would definitely say it is worth the 60 dollar price tag. Just make sure you keep your receipt in case you are not satisfied. I will give it an 8 out of 10 for that. Now to get to rank 50 so I can be a Twi-lek.… Expand
  95. phenixbrr
    Nov 18, 2015
    0
    pecimo jogo e ainda vem pela metade o resto vem em dlcs to fora jogo assim não faço questão de compra um game mercenário desse EA mercenária dos jogos
  96. Thompsin
    Nov 18, 2015
    4
    Beautiful looking game that has it's fun moments, but the fun dies quickly. I can't believe people are willing to pay $60 for this game, that's basically a multiplayer only game with limited options. If you're not huge into star wars this game is not the game for you. It is fun to try everything for the first time, but it gets old fast.
  97. cjordan6
    Nov 18, 2015
    10
    Although many have been negative about lack of content, this game is visually amazing and does offer a lot to those that understand how the game is meant to be played. This game is based on teamwork and if you play alone it will feel flat. The game truly shines when you and a friend(s) work together to take down a Walker or barely win a match. I think too many reviewers are quick to ripAlthough many have been negative about lack of content, this game is visually amazing and does offer a lot to those that understand how the game is meant to be played. This game is based on teamwork and if you play alone it will feel flat. The game truly shines when you and a friend(s) work together to take down a Walker or barely win a match. I think too many reviewers are quick to rip on a game without a campaign. However, many reviewers ripped on Battlefield 4 for having a campaign that was not deep enough. I guess you cannot please everyone.

    This is a great game and one I have waited over 10 years for. Please give this game a chance and play with friends, because that is when a bulk of the fun begins. The replay value with friends will be great as new maps are added. One last comment on the maps, they are amazing and I found myself continuing to find new paths and places to hide and use to my advantage. We have not discovered all the unique gems of the game.

    Finally, lets not under report how stable the launch has been. I played several online games on DAY1 and had ZERO server issues on PS4. When was the last game to launch with such a stable online environment???? COD Black ops III has had multiple server outages and issues that ruined my ability to play online in week one. DICE has done a great job preparing for launch and making one of their best stable games to date!!    … Expand
  98. ryry117
    Nov 18, 2015
    1
    This game is a waste of money, buy fallout 4 instead. Poor gameplay, graphics, and that infamously toxic shooter community. Just leaves an all-around bad feeling after you've played, not something you want from a game.
  99. Matt97
    Nov 18, 2015
    6
    A good game that absolutely nails the "feel" of Star Wars perfectly. Having said that, the unlockable "Star Cards" seem lacking. The special abilities you can unlock are cool, but the weapon unlocks and character customizations are severely lacking. The maps are beautiful, Walker Assault is amazing, but there are too few map variations (Walker Assault and Supremacy just use the same 4A good game that absolutely nails the "feel" of Star Wars perfectly. Having said that, the unlockable "Star Cards" seem lacking. The special abilities you can unlock are cool, but the weapon unlocks and character customizations are severely lacking. The maps are beautiful, Walker Assault is amazing, but there are too few map variations (Walker Assault and Supremacy just use the same 4 maps, for example).
    All in all, a decent Star Wars game but feels like a rushed out and incomplete game. Fun for a few hours but gets stale quickly. Not worth the full $80 (CDN) if you ask me. Buy it in a few months when it goes on sale.    … Expand
  100. CatanFan
    Nov 18, 2015
    9
    For once I feel like I'm playing a next-gen game. A graphical leap that deserves special attention. Make no mistake, this is some of the best graphics any FPS has ever had EVER. Sure...it doesn't pack the same amount of content that Black Ops III has...but this is a gaming experience unlike any I've ever had, and for that, I can't help but feel a bit bummed by some of these criticsFor once I feel like I'm playing a next-gen game. A graphical leap that deserves special attention. Make no mistake, this is some of the best graphics any FPS has ever had EVER. Sure...it doesn't pack the same amount of content that Black Ops III has...but this is a gaming experience unlike any I've ever had, and for that, I can't help but feel a bit bummed by some of these critics reviews.

    The game is decidedly minimalistic...with smooth motion graphics that show your score and upgrades at the end of each match. The game has stripped away a lot of the **** that has distanced some people from COD and Battlefield, and brought the player back to a simpler time much akin to Goldeneye.

    The game is more about the battle itself and the objectives at hand. Maps don't provide unrealistic cardboard boxes you can hide behind to protect yourself from bullets. The landscape is like a real landscape of a battlefield...sometimes open and perilous, sometimes tight and awkward. This has been deemed a mistake by a lot of reviewers, but I find it incredibly refreshing. For once people have to survive based on their ability to take chances and use their skill-set, rather than half-hide behind a wall and camp all day, picking off unsuspecting players as they race toward an objective.

    Speaking of which, the heroes create a balance where anyone who has decided to take the camping route can no longer hide. Heroes are immensely fun to take control of, and they provide a fun way to strategically take over waypoints. I'm still itching to play as Boba Fett again--flying through the forest of Endor shooting my enemies below as I protect them from activating the uplinks. It actually made me consider taking a day off of work. It's a richly unique experience and reminds me of a first-person shooter version of League of Legends. A tug-of-war match from the ground with heroes leading the charge. It's a ton of fun.

    And for once, I'm actually excited to put some money down for DLC. I really believe in the engine that's been created here, and while I feel I have plenty to dig into still after a solid 10 hours of online gameplay, my mind races thinking of all the cool maps, unlockables, and game types this game is going to unleash. I'm more than satisfied with what's here, but I can tell EA put in a lot of work to creating a living, breathing world, and anything they add to this will be delicious gravy.

    I'm shocked at the reaction to this game. It seems that people either love it or hate it. Which I often think is a sign of a good film. I've never quite applied that to video games though.

    Here's a perfect example on how you should view your decision to purchase Star Wars: Battlefront or not. I'm always amazed by how people support Destiny like it's their first born child. It's a game that seems so repetitive and lacks so much content that it originally promised. It's a game that requires you to grind through the same bosses and maps to find new, rare loot. People love this game. I loved the story mode, and I enjoyed grinding for a short while, but ultimately, I think that it fell incredibly short of Microsoft's promise to essentially deliver the entire UNIVERSE.

    My whole point for mentioning Destiny though is that at a certain level of video game quality--people just like what they like. I don't knock anyone for liking Destiny. Presentation, graphics, and audio are excellent. It's a well-made game. Tier-1 video game development here. But it's not my thing. It's their thing. It didn't meet my expectations, but it met a lot of other people's expectations to a "T."

    It's weird to me to review Star Wars: Battlefront and give it a 6/10 like Forbes did today. (Ironically they gave it a 10/10 yesterday). I mean...have you played a 6/10 game before? Games like Star Wars: Battlefront don't belong in a failing category. Perhaps it didn't meet your expectations, like Destiny didn't meet mine. Perhaps it meant that it was not your style--but there's no argument: it's presentation, appeal, gameplay and replay-ability is beyond excellent.

    Winter Nagano Olympics '98 for the original Playstation, that game was a 6/10. Some of the Harvest Moon series' games (which by the way, I have a soft spot for Harvest Moon), those games are 6/10.

    Star Wars: Battlefront? At the bare minimum a 7.5 out of 10. If you just absolutely hated this game...you can't say it's a failing game entirely.

    What the Battlefield/Battlefront series does better than any Call of Duty game is tell a story. Call of Duty is a shooter for sport. Battlefront is a shooter with a priority on fun and experiences.

    It's cinematic. It's strategic. It's excellent gameplay.

    Some of these reviewers I just want to ask them, "Is your ice-cream too cold?" This game is excellent dessert. It's entirely well-made and well-executed. Just because they were expecting something else, doesn't a game is bad.

    I think everyone just wanted to include a Star Wars pun in their review title.    … Expand
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#62 Best Xbox One Game of 2015
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75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 40 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 40
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 40
  3. Negative: 0 out of 40
  1. ICXM
    Jan 8, 2016
    75
    The issue is that this game plays it safe and doesn't offer anything new in its core shooting gameplay. It ignores progress made in the genre and that's most upsetting. Casual players will have a blast but it really isn't for the rest of us in my opinion.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 4, 2016
    80
    Multiplayer shooter designed primarily for Star Wars fans. Simpler than its genre competitors it is, but it’s open to players of all kinds - at the same time it is not for everyone because of that “anyone can play” approach. [Issue #259]
  3. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Jan 3, 2016
    70
    As close as you'll get to getting your childhood back. Dig through the incredible production values and you'll find a serviceable shooter, but one with a potentially terminal lack of content. [Jan 2016, p.73]
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