Battlefield 3 leaps ahead of its time with the power of Frostbite 2, the
next instalment of DICE's cutting-edge game engine. This state-of-the-art
technology is the foundation on which Battlefield 3 is built, delivering
enhanced visual quality, a grand sense of scale, massive destruction, dynamic...
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Battlefield 3 leaps ahead of its time with the power of Frostbite 2, the
next instalment of DICE's cutting-edge game engine. This state-of-the-art
technology is the foundation on which Battlefield 3 is built, delivering
enhanced visual quality, a grand sense of scale, massive destruction, dynamic
audio and incredibly lifelike character animations. As bullets whiz by, walls
crumble, and explosions throw you to the ground, the battlefield feels more
alive and interactive than ever before.
Features:
Frostbite 2 – Battlefield 3 introduces Frostbite 2, the incredible
technology that takes animation, destruction, lighting, scale and audio to new
heights. Built upon this powerful game engine, Battlefield 3 immerses players
physically and emotionally to the world around them like never before.
Feel the Battle – Feel the impact of bullets and explosions, drag your
fallen comrades into safety, and mount your weapon on almost any part of the
terrain. Battlefield 3's cutting edge animation, spectacular visuals and real
as hell battle gameplay attack your senses and make you feel the visceral
warrior's experience like no other FPS.
Unparalleled Vehicle Warfare – The best online vehicle warfare experience
gets even better with a fitting sonic boom as fighter jets headline an
impressive lineup of land, air and sea vehicles. Other returning fan favourite
features include 64 players for PC and prone.
Urban Combat – Take the fight to iconic and unexpected places in the USA,
Middle East, and Europe including claustrophobic streets, metropolitan
downtowns, and open, vehicle-friendly landscapes as you fight your way through
the war of tomorrow.
Review by IGN
“…DICE’s adoration of and expertise with the online experience
permeates every aspect of its multiplayer. Regardless of the narrative missteps
or the occasional glitches, Battlefield 3 offers an unforgettable, world-class
multiplayer suite so fun that it more than makes up for the
package’s shortcomings.”
IGN RATINGS FOR BATTLEFIELD 3 (X360)
8.0 Presentation
The multiplayer’s robust and the server browser a nice touch, but those who
don’t play online won’t find much meat in the other modes.
9.0 Graphics
Frostbite 2 does a great job with lights and darks, but it doesn’t quite blow
Battlefield: Bad Company 2 out of the water.
9.5 Sound
You’ll hear every bullet whizzing by your head, and the crash of rubble all
around you.
8.5 Gameplay
Traversing the enormous world feels great, on foot or in a vehicle, but the
single-player’s quicktime events are just lame.
9.5 Lasting Appeal
Multiplayer unlocks will keep you chasing the dragon for months.
9.0
OVERALL
Amazing
(out of 10)