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Battlefield 3: Five Concerns Before Launch

VGW: Battlefield 3 launches on Tuesday and the hype train is building to a fever pitch as Electronic Arts and DICE hope to pull in a significant amount of attention away from the Call of Duty franchise. Without a doubt, the military shooter is one of the most graphically impressive looking games to be released this year. However, the pre-release reviews are limited to a small selection of outlets, and the game is getting a hefty day one patch. With that in mind, here are our concerns heading into the launch of Battlefield 3.

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HSx95319d ago

I couldn't even count the amount of "concerns" (more like issues) that ACTUALLY happened in almost EVERY COD game before/ right on launch...

Jobesy5319d ago (Edited 5319d ago )

This article isn't about COD, other than EA/DICE competing against them, so what's your point? Is it to divert the attention elsewhere? Geez, if some of you would take a psych 101 class you'll see how pathetic some here are. Can't there be a discussion without someone being defensive or a fanboy?

OT, I know there will be issues on launch. Between a rushed launch and things being new (Origin/Battlelog) its a given. Question is how long will it take them to get everything running smooth.

superrey195319d ago

@jobesy

You're right the article isn't about cod, but it mentions it a lot and draws direct comparisons to battlefield. So bringing up cod's launch woes is appropriate in this case.

Iroquois_Pliskin5319d ago

i have a question: Will BF3 include any VIP/pass to play online? Im worried because im going to import the game from the US region to play on a EU account.

Janitor5319d ago (Edited 5319d ago )

"Battlefield 3′s post-launch DLC is a big question mark."

Is this guy retarded? Not only has the first DLC expansion been revealed, but you get it free for pre-ordering.

killyourfm5319d ago

Ok, that's one piece of content. One that's been announced, and is available to people who pre-order. He's talking about regular, compelling content -- not for a month after the release, but for months beyond.

killyourfm5319d ago (Edited 5319d ago )

@Janitor: Sorry, but hinting at plans and showing your cards are entirely different things. Note that the keyword is "concern" not "DICE *won't* deliver it."

superrey195319d ago

Just because they haven't announced all the dlc like they have for cod, it doesn't mean they aren't planning on it. Everyone knows the cod "formula" so it makes little sense for them to hide anything. Most other developers don't/can't do that.

TooTall195319d ago

You don't have to pre order to get the maps. All launch copies are limited editions.

tmoss7265319d ago

I'm sure DLC won't be an issue. I loved the BC2 DLC, so as long as they keep it like that or better, they should be good. Vietnam was awesome.

2fk5319d ago

BFBC2 DLC was somewhat disappointing until Vietnam DLC came out; THATS what DLC should be like in most shooters....it shouldnt be just new maps it should have new maps, weapons, and a new mode or something....so it can keep everybody entertained longer

tmoss7265319d ago

I'd rather them fix bugs that they might have missed early on and balance weapons then roll DLC out like a month after release.

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RyuDrinksTheDew5319d ago

i wouldnt be worried about post launch DLC.

BF:BC2 had amazing DLC imo.

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Battlefield 3 Cut Missions From Campaign Detailed by Former DICE Dev

Battlefield 3's former Lead Designer has revealed that there were two cut missions from the main campaign

XiNatsuDragnel493d ago

I wish someone can get those EA game leaks to see all the cut content ngl

anast493d ago

Get rid of campaigns, move the game to mobile, and try to compete with warzone. They would save time and money.

Johnh5223492d ago (Edited 492d ago )

Bf4 was fun hope the new bf is just as good.

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Battlefield Needs the Glory Days of BF3 and Bad Company 2 Back

Whether it comes through remakes or a new game with a similar style, DICE should aim to revive the glory days of Battlefield 3 and Bad Company 2.

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masterfox1278d ago

hmmm I think there will be no old BF glory days for EA since they are loyal to their greediness and laziness :D

Knightofelemia1278d ago

You're asking for a miracle with EA that will never happen unless they can exploit the money making schemes behind it.

MadLad1278d ago

We'll see what happens now that Zampella is overlooking the series.

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Father__Merrin1278d ago

Anyone that wants to plat bf3 you can still go ahead and play it

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Battlefield 3 Reality Mod Installation and Beginner's Guide Released

This Battlefield 3 Reality Mod installation guide will show you step-by-step on how to install the new reality mod by Venice Unleashed.