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Ya, just email. No idea how they picked who got it, but I'm not going to complain

http://workatjelly.com/images/jelly4.jpg		2011-07-25 16:53:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Been watching UsamaFTW's videos to get my BF3 thirst quenched and it looks nice. I just really hope the console version is as good (well, not graphic wise because that's not possible, just gameplay wise.)

Also, I love the fact that you have to accept/deny a revive now.		2011-07-26 05:09:00

Author:
Whalio Cappuccino
Posts: 5250

http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/25/battlefield-3-videos-show-off-weapon-customization/

Some vids of weapon customization for those not lucky enough to be in the Alpha (let alone having the power to play the game on PC.) I've pre-ordered for the PS3 version, in case anyone here was willing to show this noob the ropes.		2011-07-26 13:00:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/25/battlefield-3-videos-show-off-weapon-customization/

Some vids of weapon customization for those not lucky enough to be in the Alpha (let alone having the power to play the game on PC.) I've pre-ordered for the PS3 version, in case anyone here was willing to show this noob the ropes.

I really suggest that you buy Bad Company 2, so far it's my most played shooter on the PS3 in the last few weeks. It'll take you a few months to acclimatise, but once you figure out your playing style, it's an absolute blast to play. 		2011-07-27 01:55:00

Author:
abyssalassassin
Posts: 717

Got an Alpha code! 2011-07-27 22:47:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

I really suggest that you buy Bad Company 2, so far it's my most played shooter on the PS3 in the last few weeks. It'll take you a few months to acclimatise, but once you figure out your playing style, it's an absolute blast to play.

I would, but think of all the map packs I'd have to download... :/ I'm already spending $60 on BF3, so why bother? Besides, if I read the chat above, it seems that the control scheme for BF3 is a hybrid between BC2 and BF2. It's really mostly about the money, though. (Just checked and I can buy the ultimate for only $30, but still... *sigh* it is rather tempting.)

It was on my "want to buy" list for the longest time, right up there with Black Ops. But the community for COD is just... so... not me. Sure, there's bad apples in every gaming community, but my limited time with MW really started to turn me off. No teamwork, no "clans", lots of little kids, quick-scopers...

Speaking of which, is there any group/team/squad/clan mechanic in the BF series? I saw on some vids a bit of a "squad" system, but I'm not sure what that entails.		2011-07-28 00:47:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

There is a squad system. Just going over it quickly..

Usually the server splits the group to equal teams and by default there are no squads. You have the ability to create squads and invite others to your squad or simply join a squad. The commander on the team gives orders to the squads. Usually capturing the flag points on the map currently owned by the enemy or defending already held ones. Squad leaders can give / relay those orders to the squad. Following those orders etc.. can build your score quite a bit especially like if you capture a flag on something your commander assigned you.		2011-07-28 01:35:00

Author:
jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

There is a squad system. Just going over it quickly..

Usually the server splits the group to equal teams and by default there are no squads. You have the ability to create squads and invite others to your squad or simply join a squad. The commander on the team gives orders to the squads. Usually capturing the flag points on the map currently owned by the enemy or defending already held ones. Squad leaders can give / relay those orders to the squad. Following those orders etc.. can build your score quite a bit especially like if you capture a flag on something your commander assigned you.

You can only be in a squad of 4 at any given time and you can only hear headset communication of those in your squad, the rest of your side you can't. :/		2011-07-28 01:51:00

Author:
abyssalassassin
Posts: 717

You can only be in a squad of 4 at any given time and you can only hear headset communication of those in your squad, the rest of your side you can't. :/

Only big turn off about this game...

Seeing a guy drive off in a tank and not being able to tell him to stop really sucks.		2011-07-28 02:10:00

Author:
Whalio Cappuccino
Posts: 5250

at least on the pc version you can type stuff to your whole team or everyone in the game

..but regardless, you usually see quite a few people do some pretty silly things.		2011-07-28 02:12:00

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jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

Although, I've had some problems playing on the PC where usually the people who use mics will forget to look at the chat every now and then and will instead stick to mic-to-mic communication with others. But that doesn't happen all the time.2011-07-28 03:07:00

Author:
Cheddars
Posts: 447

Only big turn off about this game...

Seeing a guy drive off in a tank and not being able to tell him to stop really sucks.

Oh.. I forgot, but you can also do quick call outs to others. Like "Hey.. I need a ride" which sometimes gets their attention. Sometimes they just cruise off without you regardless. ..and sometimes that is actually a good thing if they aren't that good at driving a tank. lol		2011-07-28 03:23:00

Author:
jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

Oh.. I forgot, but you can also do quick call outs to others. Like "Hey.. I need a ride" which sometimes gets their attention. Sometimes they just cruise off without you regardless. ..and sometimes that is actually a good thing if they aren't that good at driving a tank. lol

Wait what? How do you do that?		2011-07-28 06:37:00

Author:
Whalio Cappuccino
Posts: 5250

Aim at the guy you want a lift from and press the spotting button I think. Maybe. Not played on console.2011-07-28 13:15:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Aim at the guy you want a lift from and press the spotting button I think. Maybe. Not played on console.

Yeah.. same thing as spotting an enemy. As I recall, it also works with when you see medics and you are hurt or supply/engineers and low on ammo. Been quite awhile since I played it so I don't remember the keypress at all. More instinct tbh. I use a Nostromo and remap everything similar to when HL2 and Portal.

I keep meaning to reinstall BF2142 and catch up, but I haven't yet.		2011-07-28 14:19:00

Author:
jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

At first I was like:
http://s3.amazonaws.com/kym-assets/photos/images/original/000/153/704/dumbface.png?1311610788

Then I saw:
http://gyazo.com/9e5c153a622721abe63f6a973b518487.png

And then I was like:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTjr_oCo6uU

EDIT: As it turns out, Origin doesn't want to acknowledge me having the Alpha trial installed. I hate you too Origin.		2011-07-29 23:30:00

Author:
Testudini
Posts: 3262

So, I'm Pre-ordering the PS3 version... is anyone else?2011-08-05 06:34:00

Author:
theswweet
Posts: 2468

Any vids of jets?2011-08-06 00:30:00

Author:
Bremnen
Posts: 1800

So, I'm Pre-ordering the PS3 version... is anyone else?

I did last month. 		2011-08-06 00:52:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

I don't know what to preorder it for. PC or PS2011-08-07 18:30:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

Dissapointed it's not on Steam tbh. Will get it PC retail instead 2011-08-07 20:25:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

I don't know what to preorder it for. PC or PS

Exact same dilemma for me.


Dissapointed it's not on Steam tbh. Will get it PC retail instead

If I recall, I think it is coming to steam, but just a few weeks after the initial release, not entirely sure on that one.		2011-08-08 06:20:00

Author:
Merc
Posts: 2135

If I recall, I think it is coming to steam, but just a few weeks after the initial release, not entirely sure on that one.
Yeah, I heard it was coming a few weeks after release		2011-08-08 12:54:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

Exact same dilemma for me.



If I recall, I think it is coming to steam, but just a few weeks after the initial release, not entirely sure on that one.Yeah, I heard it was coming a few weeks after release

Nope. EA has confirmed that it isn't coming to Steam. Which sucks, because Origin and I don't get along very well.		2011-08-08 17:19:00

Author:
Testudini
Posts: 3262

Quick question: who's getting this on release? Pre-order?

I'm going to pre-order it soon, so I just want to see how many people will get it as soon as it hits shelves.		2011-08-10 01:11:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Quick question: who's getting this on release? Pre-order?

I'm going to pre-order it soon, so I just want to see how many people will get it as soon as it hits shelves.
Probably going to preorder in a few weeks Get B2K free and PWP early 		2011-08-10 14:39:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

To No One’s Surprise, All PC Installs of Battlefield 3 will Require Origin

Just for the record, if you're going to play Battlefield 3 on the PC, you're going to create and use an Electronic Arts Origin account. Period. Developer DICE has confirmed what, really, shouldn't be a surprise to anyone, a couple days ago on Twitter.

This covers retail copies on DVD, but we can assume it extends to any digital copy bought from a download service (other than, ahem, Steam) because well, why the hell wouldn't it. This is EA's new PC digital distribution service, it makes sense it would use its biggest selling PC title to drive people to it, like it or not.

So save yourself the inconvenience come October, just go ahead and create your account and download the client now. Just remember, if you're abducted by aliens and don't log in for two whole years EA can delete your account, burn down your house, ruin your credit, sell your children into slavery, blah blah etc. But hey, you're still playing Battlefield, not some over-marketed military shooter pumped out by an evil big-name publisher.

Source: Kotaku (http://kotaku.com/5830194/to-no-ones-surprise-all-pc-installs-of-battlefield-3-will-require-origin)

Damit EA.

*Goes download Origin now.*		2011-08-12 22:34:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Source: Kotaku (http://kotaku.com/5830194/to-no-ones-surprise-all-pc-installs-of-battlefield-3-will-require-origin)

Damit EA.

*Goes download Origin now.*

Created BF3 - 100 good points
BF3 requires Origin - 100 evil points

EA is at neutral karma state.		2011-08-13 00:04:00

Author:
gdn001
Posts: 5891

Created BF3 - 100 good points
BF3 requires Origin - 100 evil points

EA is at neutral karma state.

>find out DICE made BF3, not EA
>EA forcing DICE to do this

EA starts a cash cow - 100 evil points

EA is now a Money Whore.		2011-08-13 00:21:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Quick question: who's getting this on release? Pre-order?

I'm going to pre-order it soon, so I just want to see how many people will get it as soon as it hits shelves.

Well duh. Why the hell have I wasted all the time I've spent posting in this thread... In other news; it's gonna be EPIC! PS3 version for me. 		2011-08-13 01:04:00

Author:
abyssalassassin
Posts: 717

Yeah, i'm not dealing with Origin, I'm gunna go with the PS3 one.2011-08-13 02:10:00

Author:
Merc
Posts: 2135

For those of you pre-ordering, I'm curious as to where you're buying from as different stores are offering different perks with your purchase. If I pre-order, I was thinking of going with the store that offers the SPECACT character models or the one with the extra guns and maps.2011-08-13 02:35:00

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WoodburyRaider
Posts: 1651

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2xhAo8xtZs

Want to See Some Battlefield 3 Co-Op? 3, 2, 1, Shoot!

Making it's debut at Gamescom 2011 in Germany, Battlefield 3's co-op mode is every bit as intense as single player, with 100 percent more synchronized shouting.

DICE showed off a level of co-op during EA's Gamescom press conference earlier this morning, demonstrating what happens when two men team up to help a foreign national defect. While what we see here is pretty standard co-op gameplay, the game's co-op will contain all of the features of normal single and multiplayer, including vehicle combat and cursing at one another over the headset.

Source: http://kotaku.com/5831319/want-to-see-some-battlefield-3-co+op-3-2-1-shoot		2011-08-16 17:12:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

New MP footage, jets included


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYgDCXe2XaI		2011-08-16 17:16:00

Author:
OCK
Posts: 1536

Commo rose! Yes! 2011-08-16 17:47:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

It amuses me that people actually believe MW3 will be better than this, or even different to all the other CoD games since 4.2011-08-16 23:22:00

Author:
Unknown User

It amuses me that people actually believe MW3 will be better than this, or even different to all the other CoD games since 4.

Kids I'm afraid. Most CoD4 and WaW matches are filled with kids mic spamming. I only play CoD: BO now because of Zombies, but even that's getting old (way too **** things up with Call of the Dead and Shangrila, Treyarch).

But you know what's funnier? The trailer's comments; apparently the console gamers are in a flame war with the PC gamers.		2011-08-16 23:37:00

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CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Source: http://kotaku.com/5831319/want-to-see-some-battlefield-3-co+op-3-2-1-shoot

That's how the game looks on consoles. It's been confirmed. 		2011-08-16 23:44:00

Author:
Whalio Cappuccino
Posts: 5250

But you know what's funnier? The trailer's comments; apparently the console gamers are in a flame war with the PC gamers.

Well duh, that's been going on since the sky was blue, the grass was green, Solid Snake had a fetish for boxes, Michael Bay found out what dynamite was, Chuck Norris pwned everyone in living existence with his awesome awesomeness, cats made "Nom" sounds while eating... Did I mention that Chuck Norris is AWESOME?! (And that I never actually gained that opinion through my own logic and reasoning, but through the internet's general point of view, which is ALWAYS extremely balanced and sensible... )		2011-08-16 23:54:00

Author:
abyssalassassin
Posts: 717

Kids I'm afraid. Most CoD4 and WaW matches are filled with kids mic spamming. I only play CoD: BO now because of Zombies, but even that's getting old (way too **** things up with Call of the Dead and Shangrila, Treyarch).

But you know what's funnier? The trailer's comments; apparently the console gamers are in a flame war with the PC gamers.

BF3 will be better on PC, that's pretty much a fact. Doesn't mean the console versions will be bad, and I'm still buying the 360 version first - all my PC gaming time is devoted to Starcraft II and red Orchestra: HoS (when it comes out anyway). But the PC version will be better, if nothing else because the higher player count suits BF more.		2011-08-17 00:07:00

Author:
Unknown User

Well duh, that's been going on since the sky was blue, the grass was green, Solid Snake had a fetish for boxes, Michael Bay found out what dynamite was, Chuck Norris pwned everyone in living existence with his awesome awesomeness, cats made "Nom" sounds while eating... Did I mention that Chuck Norris is AWESOME?! (And that I never actually gained that opinion through my own logic and reasoning, but through the internet's general point of view, which is ALWAYS extremely balanced and sensible... )

As the great and notorious Inanimacy once said:



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWkxvIaKsFU

EDIT:


BF3 will be better on PC, that's pretty much a fact. Doesn't mean the console versions will be bad, and I'm still buying the 360 version first - all my PC gaming time is devoted to Starcraft II and red Orchestra: HoS (when it comes out anyway). But the PC version will be better, if nothing else because the higher player count suits BF more.

Refer to video, please.		2011-08-17 00:08:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

New MP footage, jets included


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYgDCXe2XaI

WOW. WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOUFSDRRFYGUHIOJOPKOLKOPUJHIJOPIKOIKO JJOIOJHUJ-

*****ING AWESOME! I played this at max volume through my Skullcandy's and nearly blew my eardrums into SPAAAAAAACE! Side-Note: 101% epicness. So epic it breaks the laws of science (and maths, see previous sentence). 1, 2, 3, 4. I foresee myself becoming a jet whore. And LOL at 1:34-1:36. 		2011-08-17 00:15:00

Author:
abyssalassassin
Posts: 717

New MP footage, jets included

<blink blink> <jaw drop>

OMG!!!! That looks better than I imagined!		2011-08-17 01:07:00

Author:
jwwphotos
Posts: 11383

<blink blink> <jaw drop>

OMG!!!! That looks better than I imagined!
It looked awesome, but still worried about the flag placements. They're pretty much all together in a huddle. But Commo Rose has got me really excited now Now to fix anything with 'regen' in it 		2011-08-17 12:40:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

I'm calling BS... Or is that PC footage? No way that is console footage.2011-08-17 12:57:00

Author:
poorjack
Posts: 1806

I'm calling BS... Or is that PC footage? No way that is console footage.

Yeah, it's most definately not console footage. From what I've seen of console footage though, it's not that far behind. Frostbite 2 is supposed to really push the PS3's limits, which is why you have the reduction of map size, player caps in multiplayer, and FPS limitations.		2011-08-17 13:37:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

I might pick this up for teh vehicles... Not a huge FPS fan... My favorite is Halo 3 (insert **** storm here) but mostly because of the vehicles2011-08-17 13:46:00

Author:
poorjack
Posts: 1806

I'm calling BS... Or is that PC footage? No way that is console footage.
The jet gameplay is PC But PS3 Co-Op gameplay still looks great And consoles getting server browser! 		2011-08-17 17:49:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

Wait, In the new multiplayer trailer, at 1:34, is that some sort of land-surveilance UAV? If so, it looks pretty cool 2011-08-17 18:41:00

Author:
grayspence
Posts: 1990

The jet gameplay is PC But PS3 Co-Op gameplay still looks great And consoles getting server browser!

It's very sad that this is impressive.

Server browsers are so much better than matchmaking that doesn't actually work properly - and no matchmaking works properly. With a server browser you can play what you want to play, because there is always someone playing what you want. That is, assuming you can host your own that show in the server browser. I always play on the same few servers on PC games, because I know they are good, and I know I get a good connection etc.

Far, far better.		2011-08-17 23:48:00

Author:
Unknown User

Wait, In the new multiplayer trailer, at 1:34, is that some sort of land-surveilance UAV? If so, it looks pretty cool
Well, it looks like a bomb disposal bot, but nobody really knows 		2011-08-17 23:48:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

Well, it looks like a bomb disposal bot, but nobody really knows

I shall name him ROFLBOT! 		2011-08-17 23:49:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

I shall name him ROFLBOT!
I've called it Wall-E 		2011-08-18 12:50:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

Well, at 3:08 PM PST yesterday, I officially Pre-ordered BF3 : Limited Edition for PS3

Huzzah!		2011-08-19 04:16:00

Author:
theswweet
Posts: 2468

Yes, this is a Double-Post, but...

http://bf3blog.com/2011/08/battlefield-3-steelbook-box-images/

Steel-Book for anyone that pre-ordered? Nice!

Of course, Origin is still borderline spyware (Which I'm sure you've heard about already) But hey, this still seems nice!		2011-08-28 21:06:00

Author:
theswweet
Posts: 2468

Yes, this is a Double-Post, but...

http://bf3blog.com/2011/08/battlefield-3-steelbook-box-images/

Steel-Book for anyone that pre-ordered? Nice!

Of course, Origin is still borderline spyware (Which I'm sure you've heard about already) But hey, this still seems nice!
People should read Facebooks EULA if they're scared of Origins In fact, most things have something similar in their EULA. As for the case, it looks nice, and 2 discs. Making of?		2011-08-28 21:43:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

People should read Facebooks EULA if they're scared of Origins In fact, most things have something similar in their EULA. As for the case, it looks nice, and 2 discs. Making of?

No idea, probably for the 360 version.

Maybe a making of DVD?		2011-08-28 22:19:00

Author:
theswweet
Posts: 2468

Forgot to say, seeing as the bot is an EOD, I've decided to call it Wall-EOD 2011-08-28 23:06:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

Yes, this is a Double-Post, but...

http://bf3blog.com/2011/08/battlefield-3-steelbook-box-images/

Steel-Book for anyone that pre-ordered? Nice!

Of course, Origin is still borderline spyware (Which I'm sure you've heard about already) But hey, this still seems nice!

That's it, I'm going to change my pre-ordered normal edition to limited, that just looks too awesome to not get. 		2011-08-29 01:00:00

Author:
abyssalassassin
Posts: 717

That's it, I'm going to change my pre-ordered normal edition to limited, that just looks too awesome to not get.

All pre-orders in the US are automatically Limited Edition

I get this for free 		2011-08-29 01:05:00

Author:
theswweet
Posts: 2468

All pre-orders in the US are automatically Limited Edition

I get this for free

Lucky you, I have to pay five quid extra... o.O Anyone want to clan up when it comes out? (PS: I don't have a mic :/ )		2011-08-29 01:22:00

Author:
abyssalassassin
Posts: 717

All pre-orders in the US are automatically Limited Edition

I get this for free

Wait, say what!? I get a Limited Edition for FREE!?

Has anyone gotten day 1 releases like this? I mean, is my local Best Buy going to run out by 11 AM or anything? Or am I going to have to quit my job and get a sleeping bag?		2011-08-29 01:30:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

Wait, say what!? I get a Limited Edition for FREE!?

Has anyone gotten day 1 releases like this? I mean, is my local Best Buy going to run out by 11 AM or anything? Or am I going to have to quit my job and get a sleeping bag?


Battlefield fans, we know you’re anxiously awaiting the release of Battlefield 3 this fall, and today we’ve got some good news for you. EA and DICE announced two editions of Battlefield 3 and the unique pre-order items available at participating retailers in North America today! Soldiers and squads looking to claim battlefield superiority this Oct. 25, 2011 have an array of options available when pre-ordering the game.

Battlefield 3 is proving to be one of the most anticipated games of 2011, having already earned over 50 awards including ‘Best Action Game’ and ‘Best Online Multiplayer Game.’ With the beautiful Frostbite 2 engine powering the game and the celebrated Battlefield feel, anybody can see why people are so excited for this one.

The standard edition of the game includes the single-player campaign, all 10 massive co-op maps and multiple multiplayer modes. The Limited Edition comes with a ton of extras to make your experience even better and you can get it at no extra cost.

Gamers who pre-order Battlefield 3 are assured a copy of the Limited Edition, which includes the Back to Karkand post-launch digital expansion pack at no extra charge. With Back to Karkand, players can wage all-out war on four of the most celebrated maps from Battlefield 2 including Strike at Karkand, Gulf of Oman and the Sharqi Peninsula, all stunningly re-created using the power of Frostbite 2.

Select retailers are also offering Battlefield 3 pre-order customers the following promotional items:

Physical Warfare Pack --Storm the battlefield armed with a set of three exclusive weapons in the Physical Warfare Pack including: 1) the Type 88 light machine gun with bipod for deadly firepower and total zone control; 2) the SKS sniper rifle flash suppressor that provides increased stealth abilities for Recon soldiers; and 3) the lethal armor-piercing flechette ammo for the DAO-12 semi-automatic shotgun that will tear through anything in its path. Each weapon will be available for a limited time in-game, and will later become available to all players. Also unlocked is instant access to the highly versatile DAO-12 semi-automatic shotgun.
SPECACT Kit -- Players can expand their customizable options in Battlefield 3 with a set of eight unique multiplayer skins, one for each class in Battlefield 3.
Dog Tag Pack-- In Battlefield 3, dog tags serve as the player’s in-game signature, allowing gamers to customize their soldiers. Dog tags are displayed on screen every time a player takes down an enemy or claims an opponent’s dog tags. This pre-order exclusive item comes with five new, unique dog tags.
As an added bonus, players who pre-order the game from Origin will be granted early access to the Open Beta for Battlefield 3 when it goes live in September. Early Beta access is for US PC Download customers only.

Battlefield 3 will be available Oct. 25, 2011 in North America for the PlayStation 3, the Xbox 360 and the PC. PC gamers will be able to download the Battlefield 3 Limited Edition at Origin as well as over 100 digital retailers worldwide. For a complete list of worldwide digital download partners, please visit www.battlefield.com/digitaldownload.

Thats the article, I bolded the proof!

Props to EA for the strategy, I'd go to the midnight release if I were you. I am.		2011-08-29 01:34:00

Author:
theswweet
Posts: 2468

I recommend that you don't use Origin. Used it to get 2142 and I go through the hassle of CD key is invalid2011-08-30 19:23:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

I recommend that you don't use Origin. Used it to get 2142 and I go through the hassle of CD key is invalid
You do know that EVERY copy of BF3 for the PC will have to be used through Origin, meaning you will need an account on it to even play. So yeah, there's no escape.		2011-08-31 00:14:00

Author:
Kog
Posts: 2358

You do know that EVERY copy of BF3 for the PC will have to be used through Origin, meaning you will need an account on it to even play. So yeah, there's no escape.

And thus, EA fails at life once again.		2011-08-31 02:15:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

The Origin stuff has really turned me off, along with there being no in-game server list and a few other things. Way to take a game and make it as difficult to play and enjoy as possible.

Cancelled pre-order.		2011-08-31 12:45:00

Author:
Ayneh
Posts: 2454

I've got no problems with this service or that service as long as it doesn't take up too much HD space. The reasons for EA to do this have been documented (https://lbpcentral.lbp-hub.com/index.php?t=43736-Battlefield-3&p=919403#post919403), and the same reasons for not distributing on places like Steam are being followed by other developers (http://notch.tumblr.com/post/9550850116/why-no-steam-notch) as well. The basic gist is that Steam is restrictive in how it distributes updates, such as patches, etc. and in the case of EA, the "ability to connect directly with consumers."

All of this is required so you can browse servers on the Battlelog site that is being provided at no extra charge (unlike some other FPS games out there.)

The fact is, all you need is an EA account (which most people already have, if they've bothered to register any other EA game in the past) and I assume you'll just download whatever app you need and start playing. Players on PS3 and Xbox just need an account and password, and won't require any additional third-party downloads, which is similar to games such as Mass Effect 2.

I can understand how this would irk some people, but this is hardly the worst decision a video game company has ever made.		2011-08-31 13:00:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

The Origin stuff has really turned me off, along with there being no in-game server list and a few other things. Way to take a game and make it as difficult to play and enjoy as possible.

Cancelled pre-order.
To be fair, Battle log is better than an in-game browser. Is faster and can be updated easier. Origin isn't that bad really. What are the other turn offs?		2011-08-31 16:50:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

The Origin stuff has really turned me off, along with there being no in-game server list and a few other things. Way to take a game and make it as difficult to play and enjoy as possible.

Cancelled pre-order.

You've never used the alternative to the server browser though, have you? I have, because I was in the Alpha, and I found it a lot easier than a server browser. That's no reason not to buy it, and it makes it a lot easier. I don't like Origin, however.		2011-08-31 17:48:00

Author:
Unknown User

I just have to link this http://forums.electronicarts.co.uk/battlefield-3/1420779-official-forum-user-fan-made-bf3-art-thread.html It's BF3 fanart with mainly photoshop
My reaction to it....
http://images3.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20101220145231/callofduty/images/thumb/e/e8/So_much_win_cry.png/413px-So_much_win_cry.png		2011-08-31 18:27:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

The Origin stuff has really turned me off, along with there being no in-game server list and a few other things. Way to take a game and make it as difficult to play and enjoy as possible.

Cancelled pre-order.

I gotta agree with you, but mostly because of Origin. Simply because of what happened when I tried to install the alpha (though some other factors went into play):

Me: YAY ALPHA
Origin: YAY
Me: YAY DONE INSTALLING
Origin: LOL REINSTALL (x5)
Me:
http://www.myfacewhen.net/uploads/914-kermit.jpg

Plus EA is just going mad. Now, saying they're going to try to beat CoD and throwing little insults is fine. They're saying they want it to rot at the core and expect it to fall starting with MW3.
As much as you guys hate CoD, you have to realize CoD and Battlefield are practically completely different games. Battlefield is a realistic military shooter, usually slow placed, and CoD is an unrealistic shooter, meant to be fast paced.

Now for Steam. I understand not selling Battlefield 3 on it. Got to promote your own service and all that, but if you really want to surpass CoD in sales, what the hell are you thinking? Steam is full of raging fanboys that only want to use Steam. I have a few friends that whenever we talk about a game, they ask if it's on Steam. EA went from saying 'It's going to be on Steam' to 'It's going to be on Steam post-release' to 'It's not going to be on Steam'. Make up your mind!!!

Mix between hatred for Origin, EA's dickery, and sorta-not-really Steam, I'm probably going to pass on Battlefield 3 or get it much later.		2011-08-31 18:57:00

Author:
Testudini
Posts: 3262

That's EA. Start making an awesome game, then slowly begin to dissapoint your fans with crappy decisions. Just let's hope that the final product is still good.2011-08-31 19:09:00

Author:
gdn001
Posts: 5891

Meh, I'm buying the game for PS3, so I don't really care either way. Even if I did have a PC that could run it, I'm not sure this would bother me as much as it does some others. To each their own, as I like to repeat.

In related news:

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/08/31/co-op-the-battlefield-3-way/

Rawr.		2011-08-31 19:34:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

I gotta agree with you, but mostly because of Origin. Simply because of what happened when I tried to install the alpha (though some other factors went into play):

Me: YAY ALPHA
Origin: YAY
Me: YAY DONE INSTALLING
Origin: LOL REINSTALL (x5)
Me:
http://www.myfacewhen.net/uploads/914-kermit.jpg

Plus EA is just going mad. Now, saying they're going to try to beat CoD and throwing little insults is fine. They're saying they want it to rot at the core and expect it to fall starting with MW3.
As much as you guys hate CoD, you have to realize CoD and Battlefield are practically completely different games. Battlefield is a realistic military shooter, usually slow placed, and CoD is an unrealistic shooter, meant to be fast paced.

Now for Steam. I understand not selling Battlefield 3 on it. Got to promote your own service and all that, but if you really want to surpass CoD in sales, what the hell are you thinking? Steam is full of raging fanboys that only want to use Steam. I have a few friends that whenever we talk about a game, they ask if it's on Steam. EA went from saying 'It's going to be on Steam' to 'It's going to be on Steam post-release' to 'It's not going to be on Steam'. Make up your mind!!!

Mix between hatred for Origin, EA's dickery, and sorta-not-really Steam, I'm probably going to pass on Battlefield 3 or get it much later.

Opinion became invalid when Battlefield was called realistic, especially in the context of PC games.		2011-09-01 01:07:00

Author:
Unknown User

Having been a hardcore console gamer my whole life I couldn't care less how this looks, runs or plays on PC but since I know there are those of you who do and who are already annoyed at Origin, here is some more info that may or may not affect your decision:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2stWz-u6aw		2011-09-02 12:15:00

Author:
OCK
Posts: 1536

This is nothing new. Blizzard has been doing this for years with World of Warcraft and Starcraft which have millions of players.

Here's the details:

http://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2011/08/24/eas-origin-eula-proves-even-more-sinister/

The narrator in the video mistakenly says that the EULA allows EA to scan pictures and files and the like, but the system scan is limited to "...Application usage (including but not limited to successful installation and/or removal), software, software usage and peripheral hardware." These scans are then used "to facilitate the provision of software updates, dynamically served content, product support and other services to you, including online services."

It's also been used in previous EA games with similar wording. Same stuff is also used with Steam.

Sorry, but all this hullabaloo (and that's what it is) is all for naught. I ask you, what is the worst possible thing you can see happening from this when reading the above language?		2011-09-02 12:50:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

Yeah, like I said, I'm personally not affected by it, just providing additional info to those that are still deciding whether to go PC or console. Also, although this isn't "new" it seems to be new for an FPS type game, people are justified in asking why and what it means (but again, I don't care lol).2011-09-02 13:07:00

Author:
OCK
Posts: 1536

Doesn't affect my PC buying decision at all. I'm not happy I can't use steam, but I'll still pick PC over my PS3 version. They also updated their EULA, though your still agreeing to the same thing http://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2011/08/26/origin-eula-gets-a-makeover/2011-09-02 15:29:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Well, that didn't take too long. Still think it wasn't a big deal to begin with, but meh:


EA knows that you care how information about you is collected, used and shared, and we appreciate your trust that we will do so carefully and sensibly. Information about our customers is an important part of our business, and EA would never sell your personally identifiable information to anyone, nor would it ever use spyware or install spyware on users’ machines. We and agents acting on our behalf do not share information that personally identifies you without your consent, except in rare instances where disclosure is required by law or to enforce EA’s legal rights.

In addition to information that you give EA directly, EA collects nonpersonally identifiable (or anonymous) information for purposes of improving our products and services, providing services to you, facilitating the provision of software updates, dynamically served content and product support as well as communicating with you. The non-personally identifiable information that EA collects includes technical and related information that identifies your computer (including the Internet Protocol Address) and operating system, as well as information about your Application usage (including but not limited to successful installation and/or removal), software, software usage and peripheral hardware.

As noted above, this information is gathered periodically for purposes such as improving our products and services, troubleshooting bugs, and otherwise enhancing your user experience. This and all other data provided to EA and/or collected by EA in connection with your installation and use of this Application is collected, used, stored and transmitted in accordance with EA’s Privacy Policy located at www.ea.com (http://www.ea.com). To the extent that anything in this section conflicts or is inconsistent with the terms of EA’s Privacy Policy, the terms of the Privacy Policy shall control.Hell, they even earn bonus points with me for acting so quickly to address the unfounded concerns of the community.		2011-09-02 16:13:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

I could care less about Origin. I just hate the fact that EA's pulling this stunt. Steam is one thing; I can download as many games as I can afford from there. Origin, however, will be only for one game. That's it. It's not even worth it, considering its nothing like WaW, where they keep adding on to the massive world that it is. Battlefield 3 is just another shooter (a better one, but another one nonetheless). Why go through this process of setting up clients and software for a game?


As much as you guys hate CoD, you have to realize CoD and Battlefield are practically completely different games. Battlefield is a realistic military shooter, usually slow placed, and CoD is an unrealistic shooter, meant to be fast paced.

http://img824.imageshack.us/img824/2470/hahahaohwowl.jpg		2011-09-03 02:18:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Origin is for all EA games, isn't it?

If it means NCAA, Madden and NHL make a return to PC, I'll be happy with it. Because I have to play NCAA on my PS3 at the moment rather than my xbox, but I'd rather play it on my PC if I can;t use my 360... **** region lock >_>		2011-09-03 03:09:00

Author:
Unknown User

I could care less about Origin. I just hate the fact that EA's pulling this stunt. Steam is one thing; I can download as many games as I can afford from there. Origin, however, will be only for one game. That's it. It's not even worth it, considering its nothing like WaW, where they keep adding on to the massive world that it is. Battlefield 3 is just another shooter (a better one, but another one nonetheless). Why go through this process of setting up clients and software for a game?



http://img824.imageshack.us/img824/2470/hahahaohwowl.jpg

Harry Potter is realistic when compared to Call of Duty 		2011-09-03 03:59:00

Author:
Testudini
Posts: 3262

zomg.. no one posted the new vid? :O

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-ukxgldpOo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-ukxgldpOo		2011-09-03 12:03:00

Author:
Jonaolst
Posts: 935

zomg.. no one posted the new vid? :O

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-ukxgldpOo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-ukxgldpOo

Not worth a pre-order. However, since I already pre-ordered BF3 a long time ago, I say alright.		2011-09-04 02:55:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Dont know if this is exactly my kind of game, sure realism is fun, but the very point of Video Games is that they let you escape reality for a little while, i like Call Of Duty because it pits you against players online in an unrealistic, fun manner, using perks, killstreaks, attatchments, special weapons and such. But this, i dont know if this takes the cake like activision can do, Modern Warfare 3s multiplayer will also be free, whether you buy it used or new, Theres a reason why Playstations multiplayer is free in the first place, making people pay for something if they dont buy the new $60 for 2 years version just plain violates that aspect, no matter how much it costs to operate multiplayer servers, considering EA is such a big publisher you think they wouldnt be too cheap to pay for that kind of thing, sorry EA but no.2011-09-04 21:28:00

Author:
Charlemagne
Posts: 513

Dont know if this is exactly my kind of game, sure realism is fun, but the very point of Video Games is that they let you escape reality for a little while, i like Call Of Duty because it pits you against players online in an unrealistic, fun manner, using perks, killstreaks, attatchments, special weapons and such. But this, i dont know if this takes the cake like activision can do, Modern Warfare 3s multiplayer will also be free, whether you buy it used or new, Theres a reason why Playstations multiplayer is free in the first place, making people pay for something if they dont buy the new $60 for 2 years version just plain violates that aspect, no matter how much it costs to operate multiplayer servers, considering EA is such a big publisher you think they wouldnt be too cheap to pay for that kind of thing, sorry EA but no.

It only goes away if you don't use Origin for 2 years, otherwise it won't.		2011-09-05 00:29:00

Author:
theswweet
Posts: 2468

As good as battlefield 3 looks, i doubt theyll pull it off, they can put a pretty little thing on every corner but until they stop being cheap and get real with the multiplayer modes, they wont pull it off lik COD can. Its always this stupid system that EA puts in their multiplayer thats why i didnt buy Dead Space 2, i just payed 60 f-ing dollars to play online on my xbox and now youre going to make me pay 55 and then 10 to play it online? Hell to the no dude 2011-09-05 01:00:00

Author:
Charlemagne
Posts: 513

Dont know if this is exactly my kind of game, sure realism is fun, but the very point of Video Games is that they let you escape reality for a little while, i like Call Of Duty because it pits you against players online in an unrealistic, fun manner, using perks, killstreaks, attatchments, special weapons and such. But this, i dont know if this takes the cake like activision can do, Modern Warfare 3s multiplayer will also be free, whether you buy it used or new, Theres a reason why Playstations multiplayer is free in the first place, making people pay for something if they dont buy the new $60 for 2 years version just plain violates that aspect, no matter how much it costs to operate multiplayer servers, considering EA is such a big publisher you think they wouldnt be too cheap to pay for that kind of thing, sorry EA but no.


As good as battlefield 3 looks, i doubt theyll pull it off, they can put a pretty little thing on every corner but until they stop being cheap and get real with the multiplayer modes, they wont pull it off lik COD can. Its always this stupid system that EA puts in their multiplayer thats why i didnt buy Dead Space 2, i just payed 60 f-ing dollars to play online on my xbox and now youre going to make me pay 55 and then 10 to play it online? Hell to the no dude

Umm... what? ._.

You do realize that argument is VERY flawed, right? I think I stopped taking you seriously after you mentioned "realism".		2011-09-05 05:13:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Dont know if this is exactly my kind of game, sure realism is fun, but the very point of Video Games is that they let you escape reality for a little while, i like Call Of Duty because it pits you against players online in an unrealistic, fun manner, using perks, killstreaks, attatchments, special weapons and such. But this, i dont know if this takes the cake like activision can do, Modern Warfare 3s multiplayer will also be free, whether you buy it used or new, Theres a reason why Playstations multiplayer is free in the first place, making people pay for something if they dont buy the new $60 for 2 years version just plain violates that aspect, no matter how much it costs to operate multiplayer servers, considering EA is such a big publisher you think they wouldnt be too cheap to pay for that kind of thing, sorry EA but no.

Haha, you think BF is realistic...ArmA says hi.


As good as battlefield 3 looks, i doubt theyll pull it off, they can put a pretty little thing on every corner but until they stop being cheap and get real with the multiplayer modes, they wont pull it off lik COD can. Its always this stupid system that EA puts in their multiplayer thats why i didnt buy Dead Space 2, i just payed 60 f-ing dollars to play online on my xbox and now youre going to make me pay 55 and then 10 to play it online? Hell to the no dude

'Get real with the multiplayer modes'? Are you stupid? TDM is a boring mode. BF doesn't need it, because it has objective-based gamemodes. That is what makes it fun. The gamemodes are far better than the stuff in CoD.		2011-09-05 11:45:00

Author:
Unknown User

As good as battlefield 3 looks, i doubt theyll pull it off, they can put a pretty little thing on every corner but until they stop being cheap and get real with the multiplayer modes, they wont pull it off lik COD can.
I stopped reading there :I I prefer BFs conquest (And Titan ) to any of CoDs modes. BF3 has TDM now, but most of the fans won't be playing. It'll probably be for the people moving from CoD.		2011-09-05 17:13:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

Yup. BF3's developers have pointed it out themselves: they are both FPS, but that's about where the similarities end. They each have a completely different game style, environmental interaction, mechanics, multiplayer progression and user base. Regardless, it's all about preference anyways.2011-09-05 22:30:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

RO2 now has TDM, doesn't mean it's like CoD.

Because CoD sucks. RO2 and BF3 don't.		2011-09-06 01:11:00

Author:
Unknown User

Also, regarding gaming in general (with BF3 mentioned specifically) this article really hits the nail on the head:

http://arstechnica.com/gaming/news/2011/09/gaming-everything-is-amazing-and-no-one-is-happy.ars


We will not buy Battlefield 3 unless it comes out on Steam, even though Steam is an indefensible form of DRM that allows you to rent games and not buy them. The fact a company is forcing us to put our name into this box instead of that box is the worst thing that could be possibly happen, so of course we will boycott, and we will complain, and we will pirate. In two years, if we don't log in to our games, they may disappear.

The internet is filled with negative opinions on pretty much anything, you can virtually take your pick on the subject matter and there is bound to be someone with a megaphone out there that shares your view. I say rate BF3 against a list of pros and cons, and see if it's worth buying it for you if the pros outweigh those cons. I can't see the Origin requirement outweighing all the rest of the positives this game has to offer.		2011-09-06 04:25:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

New trailer out

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5eLbPQt_Pk		2011-09-09 22:05:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

Great trailer Really can't wait for this game i have already put months of gameplay into Bad Company 2. CoD multiplayer just doesn't cut the cake for me. I do wish we got more with our pre-orders though.2011-09-10 03:14:00

Author:
Lordwarblade
Posts: 761

Also, regarding gaming in general (with BF3 mentioned specifically) this article really hits the nail on the head:

http://arstechnica.com/gaming/news/2011/09/gaming-everything-is-amazing-and-no-one-is-happy.ars



The internet is filled with negative opinions on pretty much anything, you can virtually take your pick on the subject matter and there is bound to be someone with a megaphone out there that shares your view. I say rate BF3 against a list of pros and cons, and see if it's worth buying it for you if the pros outweigh those cons. I can't see the Origin requirement outweighing all the rest of the positives this game has to offer.

And that's just a small fraction of people being PO'ed at Origin. A lot of people on forums and other boards (mainly PC gamers) are hating the Origin requirement. And I can't blame them. EA just wants to gather your information, along with more control of DLC, patches, and mods. Steam is good at gathering players because it hardly cares for mods and it delivers DLC perfectly; when it does catch cheaters, they ban them almost immediately. Origin, however, is EA's greedy way of keeping all the money to itself. Basically, they're becoming like Activision by sacrificing player satisfaction for profit. It's stupid because this will actually start killing their fanbase and actually make them lose profit.		2011-09-10 04:18:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

I'll just leave this here

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eE13iYa-zU0&feature=feedu
Looks meh from that Bad quality but still, its going to look the same as PS3 version		2011-09-12 17:51:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

I just hope that Ace Pilots won't dominate the games (even though, yes, air superiority is key to victory in a real war); They'd better make the SAMs good enough to take them down. If these Ace pilots figure out a way to bypass ground defenses it will totally unbalance the game.2011-09-12 18:28:00

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Macnme
Posts: 1970

I'll leave all of it this time.
http://csnation.net/showthread.php?380421-Xbox-360-Battlefield-3-Leaked-Gameplay
I have one thing to say.
Faultline looks like Modern Combat for 360, or a PS2 game		2011-09-12 21:22:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

Pre-load for RO2 has started on Steam; for everyone who seems to think BF is realistic, go try that instead

Anyway, BF3 will be good fun, I hope...		2011-09-13 03:28:00

Author:
Unknown User

Thought I'd let you know, Beta starts 27th september for early pre orders or MoH limited edition guys 2011-09-20 19:10:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

Yup, i decided I might as well pre-order on Origin now, so I can get the early beta Was going to by the game anyway so gave me a good excuse to pre-order, along with getting the dlc pack.2011-09-20 22:35:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

OPEN BETA ON SEP. 29. 11

http://www.battlefield.com/battlefield3/1/beta


Now that I've finished catching your attention and informing you about this, I'm glad I cancelled my pre-order. As soon as I heard about Origin, I decided to wait to see if it was a disappointment first. Now that the beta's open for everybody, I can check it out for myself.

Hurray for being cheap! 		2011-09-21 04:18:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Yay! Now I can get fragged for free without having to worry about pesky stats and noobness... Anyone want to teach this beginner a thing or two? 2011-09-21 04:24:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

Yay! Now I can get fragged for free without having to worry about pesky stats and noobness... Anyone want to teach this beginner a thing or two?
Esc / Start opens the start menu.

And uh...

Quickscoping.

Also flashlights.		2011-09-21 05:09:00

Author:
Kog
Posts: 2358

Quickscoping exists in this game?

*sigh*

That's why I stopped playing MW. From what I read, BF was supposed to be the more realistic of the two. 		2011-09-21 13:34:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

Battlefield isn't a game where you worry about stats anyway. YOU PLAY TO WIN! Pew pew pew!
Whatever your class is, stick with your team mates and help them. Assault class? Chuck down ammo! Medic? Revive that dead person soldier! Recon? Spot those enemies, throw your motion sensors, and reign down hell with your air strike! Engineer? Keep those tanks alive!

I believe BF3 has the classes mixed up a bit, but you get the general gist of things. Just don't forget about your objective. Also, spot everyone you see constantly. Teamwork means win time.

EDIT: Quickscoping is not a problem in this game. Very very very rarely do I get infront of a sniper at medium to close range and he kills me with instantly through quickscoping. Infact I can't remember the last time that has happened.
But sniping is much better in this than cod, due to the map sizes and mostly that bullet travel is taken into account. If they are running, aim ahead of them, and depending on how far away they are you have to adjust your aim up to compensate. It's great!		2011-09-21 13:38:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Yeah the key is to play your class and the great thing is that you get XP for supportive actions so you will want to toss out ammo, spot enemies, repair vehicles etc. The team-based gameplay is at it's best though when playing with people you know (obviously). I remember a few games in Bad Company 2 with two of my buddies and what we called the "indestructible tank". All 3-4 players play as engineers, it is the job of two the engineers to constantly repair the tank and take out anyone who gets too close trying to use C4 etc. When not protecting the tank some quick kills can be racked up by getting on the turret. We dominated every game we played this way although airstrikes can sometimes be a problem 2011-09-21 14:00:00

Author:
OCK
Posts: 1536

Yay! Now I can get fragged for free without having to worry about pesky stats and noobness... Anyone want to teach this beginner a thing or two?

Listen to ryan. He knows a lot about this game (I assume he's played the previous ones after that lecture he gave you).

Also, some tips:

Remember that sniper rifles in this game differ greatly from CoD sniper rifles. The bullet actually start to descend with distance, so always take into consideration your distance away from your target. One of my personal rules: if you can see them well, aim for the tip of the top of their head. If you can barely see them (like their head looks like a fly on your TV), aim a fraction above the top of their head (make a gap between your mark and their head) and shoot; watch for the bullet to estimate. Adjust your aim if you missed (I hit most of the time, but insta-kills usually happen 50/50).

ALWAYS BECOME THE CLASS YOUR TEAM NEEDS! No engi helping your tank? Become the engi. What if everybody's dying on important spots on the map? Become the medic. The list goes on, but the point is you need to help the team out. If everybody was just running around killing everybody for their own benefit, then your team will lose.

If you're being stealthy, try getting near the enemy by staying close the the map's edge. Most of the time everybody's focusing on the center of the map because most of the players are there. Hardly anyone pays attention to the edge of the map. But what if there's people near the edge of the map? Rush then. Don't go Solid Snake here; run along the edge of the map. If you see somebody camping (mainly snipers), then stab. Someone at the distance? Ignore them since they don't see you; if they start shooting, shoot back and keep running along the edge. You''l do fine.

Don't be afraid. Most people I play against are scared of getting killed. How do I know? They usually keep their distance from the firefights. I actually play as Assault class and take one of the vehicles and ram my way into the firefight and start getting 3-5 kills before dying myself; afterwards, my team starts pushing the other team back. So the point? Sometimes it's better to rush at them when they're "scared" because they'll be expecting you to stay away instead of charging in. Use a vehicle to ram into your enemy if you can (trust me, it works; I go into enemy spawns and successfully get kills by doing this).

I hope that helps. 		2011-09-21 21:46:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

I was joking about the quickscoping,

BUT HEY- whatever floats your realistic boat.

In other news, I went ahead and pre-ordered this. Can't wait for the beta!		2011-09-21 22:30:00

Author:
Kog
Posts: 2358

Yay, PS3 beta!

Already sent it to my Battlefield-crazy friend.		2011-09-21 23:47:00

Author:
gdn001
Posts: 5891

I had bought Medal of honor limited edition so hopefully i will be able to play the beta early.

Bad Company 2 is by far the best online game i have ever played. I have put hours and hours into it.
Usually i like to play the whole lone wolf thing but i do still try to help out my team mates by healing them and giving them ammo. But by far the most fun part of this game is to hunt stragglers and sneaky snipers and knife them. I earned the platinum star for knifing in no time and can't wait to do the same in this game.
I remember one time i climbed up a watchtower and knifed four players instantly before the 5th killed me with a shotgun. I mean a shotgun way up on a watchtower what a cheater

It would be good if we could actually counter the knife attack so that we could have proper knifing duels.		2011-09-22 01:07:00

Author:
Lordwarblade
Posts: 761

Cheers cyber, and that's right I've played a fair bit but not tons considering other games (nearly 90 hrs on bc2, but nearly 600 hrs on tf2 lol).

Recently I've started using the recon class with the Neostead 2000 combat shotgun with the 12 gauge slugs and magnum ammo. It's hilarious how this hasn't been patched yet, the 12 gauge slugs are effectively shotgun sniper rifles. At any range you can make 2 shot kills (1 shot being 12 meters or under). It's cheap And way too powerful, but I can't help but enjoy it along with motion sensors and C4, your pretty much unstoppable! I actually made a shotgun kill earlier at about 200 meters. Loool!		2011-09-22 03:40:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

-snip-

I actually made a shotgun kill earlier at about 200 meters. Loool!

That... thats... how?		2011-09-22 06:09:00

Author:
theswweet
Posts: 2468

I kind of get the feeling this game is way overhyped at a gaming website where I often go. Still, no doubt it'll be great. Maybe I should convince my brother to get this game instead of CoD...2011-09-22 10:18:00

Author:
Unknown User

That... thats... how?

I'll try make a video of it, it's hilarious! It takes 2 shots at any distance. And sometimes the guys already hurt so its 1 hit kill. Not hardcore or anything.

Anyone know a good conversion program where I can put FRAPS videos to youtube format? To lower the size down by like 500mb lol.		2011-09-22 12:22:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

This just in: PS3 will have a one week head-start compared to other consoles (and PC?) for all DLC.

http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/22/battlefield-3-expansions-to-arrive-one-week-earlier-on-ps3/

Did I mention I have pre-ordered this game for PS3 and I think it was the wisest decision I've ever made on a shooter?		2011-09-22 15:34:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

That... thats... how?

There we go, vid uploaded. Unfortuanatly I messed up the conversion and didnt make it HD so it's pretty crap quality, but you get the general idea. I've done further kills too with it but thats only a couple recorded kills in 2 games.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWfZJ9KEjis

EDIT: It's very dark too for some reason. Oh well.		2011-09-22 17:23:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

I hate those shotgun snipers :L2011-09-22 22:01:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

There we go, vid uploaded. Unfortuanatly I messed up the conversion and didnt make it HD so it's pretty crap quality, but you get the general idea. I've done further kills too with it but thats only a couple recorded kills in 2 games.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWfZJ9KEjis

EDIT: It's very dark too for some reason. Oh well.

Wow. Respect. I can't shotty for sh*t. xD		2011-09-22 22:16:00

Author:
abyssalassassin
Posts: 717

Wow. Respect. I can't shotty for sh*t. xD

You don't have to. You can be off by a bit but still manage to nail a hit. It's like BF2 decided to have one more shotty baby but it came out retarded like CoD instead. 		2011-09-22 22:37:00

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CyberSora
Posts: 5551

You don't have to. You can be off by a bit but still manage to nail a hit. It's like BF2 decided to have one more shotty baby but it came out retarded like CoD instead.

Think I'll play around with the shotgun next time I'm playing some BF. Unfortunately I don't own a capture card so you won't be able to witness me Epic Fail. xD		2011-09-22 22:53:00

Author:
abyssalassassin
Posts: 717

You don't have to. You can be off by a bit but still manage to nail a hit. It's like BF2 decided to have one more shotty baby but it came out retarded like CoD instead.

In fairness you do have to be pretty **** accurate, as it has to be in the very centre of the crosshair. Thing is, it just isn't exactly hard to aim, so it's a pretty cheap weapon! I'm amazed it hasn't been nerfed. Still, it's very fun to use 		2011-09-22 23:01:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

In fairness you do have to be pretty **** accurate, as it has to be in the very centre of the crosshair. Thing is, it just isn't exactly hard to aim, so it's a pretty cheap weapon! I'm amazed it hasn't been nerfed. Still, it's very fun to use

Well yeah, but I doubt they'll care now with BF3 to worry about. Besides, hardly anybody complains about it since they've found ways to deal with it, so no worries.

On another topic:


http://img225.imageshack.us/img225/8021/slavetothedetail.png

http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/7383/1316484329864.jpg

OH GOD, MY SIDES!		2011-09-22 23:15:00

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CyberSora
Posts: 5551

CyberSora, noticing details since 2009!2011-09-22 23:17:00

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gdn001
Posts: 5891

On another topic:
OH GOD, MY SIDES!

lol, account made when i was younger and loved interpol.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-X_mGWOHEKY

Saying that, the song is still amazing, as is the album.

Back on topic, a little bit gutted there's no jets in the beta, but the full release isn't too far off now anyway.		2011-09-22 23:48:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

CyberSora, noticing details since 2009!

And that's a bad thing, how?

inb4 some witty comeback or lecture		2011-09-23 00:41:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

And that's a bad thing, how?

inb4 some witty comeback or lecture
Never said it was bad.

The game.		2011-09-23 19:07:00

Author:
gdn001
Posts: 5891

"You can call it the 'shooter' and the 'shootee'. Our battle is to make the experience of getting shot as exiting as shooting" - Patrick Bach (PlayStation Official Magazine UK, Battlefield 3 feature)

The final version of Battlefield 3 will also ward away evil spirits.		2011-09-23 22:20:00

Author:
Unknown User

The final version of Battlefield 3 will also ward away evil spirits.

The only way being shot would be exciting is if on death Epic Sax Guy played as spirits rise from the ground and descend from the sky to take me to Turtle Heaven.		2011-09-23 22:32:00

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Testudini
Posts: 3262

Never said it was bad.

Check out my new Custom Title. 		2011-09-24 00:38:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Hey guys, you should check to see if you can run this game. Links here:

http://www.systemrequirementslab.com/CYRI/

Also...:

http://img202.imageshack.us/img202/3181/icantrunthis.png

http://img101.imageshack.us/img101/2815/porquet.png

Crap! Now I need to upgrade just to play this. So, do I just skip that and aim for the console version, or do I spring for a new graphics card?		2011-09-24 06:53:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Hey guys, you should check to see if you can run this game. Links here:

http://www.systemrequirementslab.com/CYRI/

Also...:

http://img202.imageshack.us/img202/3181/icantrunthis.png

http://img101.imageshack.us/img101/2815/porquet.png

Crap! Now I need to upgrade just to play this. So, do I just skip that and aim for the console version, or do I spring for a new graphics card?
If you're a PC gamer, getting a better graphics card would be a good investment, if not, go for the console version.		2011-09-24 07:18:00

Author:
Kog
Posts: 2358

If you're a PC gamer, getting a better graphics card would be a good investment, if not, go for the console version.

Well, all of my current games can run flawlessly. It's just BF3, and Origin is still my nitpick. Should I wait for the beta test, or do you think that'll require the graphic card as well?

More than likely I'll have to beta test on the PS3.		2011-09-24 07:30:00

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CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Just letting you know, that site isn't very trustful. Can give completely wrong results Just wait till Beta2011-09-24 09:43:00

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jeperty
Posts: 486

The system requirements are insane. You need dual 580's in SLI or something to play it on Ultra...

o_______________O		2011-09-24 11:39:00

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Unknown User

The system requirements are insane. You need dual 580's in SLI or something to play it on Ultra...

o_______________O
They are pretty insane But just think of what it will look and play like 		2011-09-24 12:24:00

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jeperty
Posts: 486

Will look good, but I'll just get it on 360 for now. This laptop might run it on medium but I don't know... I have an i7 and a 5870 in it, but not enough to run it easily...2011-09-24 13:56:00

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Unknown User

Will look good, but I'll just get it on 360 for now. This laptop might run it on medium but I don't know... I have an i7 and a 5870 in it, but not enough to run it easily...
My laptop may run it on low... And if I have a cooling pad for it... Need moar money for PC build		2011-09-24 15:11:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

Just letting you know, that site isn't very trustful. Can give completely wrong results Just wait till Beta

Indeed, I wouldn't be surprised if the 5870 i have in my PC meets the 'recommended requirement' when it comes to power, as there's very little difference between my GPU and a 6950. Technically it does meet the recommended requirements, but because it's in the 5000 series it says it doesn't. Sucky website is sucky, though it can be useful to just check up what the requirements are, and yours.

@Alex - That i7 and 5870 is in a laptop is it? For comparison, a mobility 5870 is pretty much the same as a 5770.		2011-09-24 16:22:00

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ryryryan
Posts: 3767

The system requirements are insane. You need dual 580's in SLI or something to play it on Ultra...

o_______________O

ikr?!

Of all things it would have turned down, I was surprised it went for my graphics card. How can a 9400M NOT run this?!

For those who don't know the awesomeness of a 9400M. (http://www.nvidia.com/object/product_geforce_9400m_g_us.html)

What's stupid is the recommendations list. It wants me to get a QUAD CORE! WTF?		2011-09-24 20:08:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

ikr?!

Of all things it would have turned down, I was surprised it went for my graphics card. How can a 9400M NOT run this?!

For those who don't know the awesomeness of a 9400M. (http://www.nvidia.com/object/product_geforce_9400m_g_us.html)

What's stupid is the recommendations list. It wants me to get a QUAD CORE! WTF?

Welp, I have some bad news...
http://www.nvidia.com/object/graphics_cards_buy_now.html
My video card (Geforce GT 240) can handle it. I'm sorry, we did everything we could.		2011-09-24 23:11:00

Author:
Testudini
Posts: 3262

ikr?!

Of all things it would have turned down, I was surprised it went for my graphics card. How can a 9400M NOT run this?!

For those who don't know the awesomeness of a 9400M. (http://www.nvidia.com/object/product_geforce_9400m_g_us.html)

What's stupid is the recommendations list. It wants me to get a QUAD CORE! WTF?

Welp, I have some bad news...
http://www.nvidia.com/object/graphic...s_buy_now.html (http://www.nvidia.com/object/graphics_cards_buy_now.html)
My video card (Geforce GT 240) can handle it. I'm sorry, we did everything we could.
And that's why wimps like me only play on consoles. 		2011-09-25 01:21:00

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gdn001
Posts: 5891

Welp, I have some bad news...
http://www.nvidia.com/object/graphics_cards_buy_now.html
My video card (Geforce GT 240) can handle it. I'm sorry, we did everything we could.

http://img405.imageshack.us/img405/3400/lotslotsofwhy.png


And that's why wimps like me only play on consoles.

I think I'm going to have to get it on console now....		2011-09-25 05:41:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

I believe a WOOT is in order;
I just pre-ordered the Limited Edition Battlefield 3 for the princely sum of ?17.99 (http://www.zavvi.com/offers/battlefield-deal.list)

I needed some new underpants anyway 		2011-09-26 01:26:00

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Macnme
Posts: 1970

Wow, that *IS* a good deal.2011-09-26 02:03:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

Dang, thats a great deal!

Huh, I need to add you too I guess...

Hey, with so many of us getting the PS3 version, we could get a clan started.		2011-09-26 02:17:00

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theswweet
Posts: 2468

Feel free to add me - PSN username is the same. Just let me know (PM) so I know who to accept.

I'll be playing mostly for the Co-Op 		2011-09-26 02:40:00

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Macnme
Posts: 1970

Not a bad idea at all. You may all feel free to toss me an invite as well: schm078 (zero-seven-eight)2011-09-26 04:41:00

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schm0
Posts: 1239

Recent PC vs PS3 footage, looks good either way:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGbo50Ar420
Not intended to be taken seriously, or cause fanboy arguments. Anyone that does so needs to chill out, learn to have a laugh		2011-09-26 13:55:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Recent PC vs PS3 footage, looks good either way:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGbo50Ar420
Not intended to be taken seriously, or cause fanboy arguments. Anyone that does so needs to chill out, learn to have a laugh

Boo for getting rickrolled BF3 style.		2011-09-26 14:56:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

Props to the guy for matching up all the scenes.2011-09-26 15:47:00

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ryryryan
Posts: 3767

The CoD bashing continues lmao (new trailer, new tagline).


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eiJHcFfJ5c&feature=youtube_gdata_player		2011-09-26 18:11:00

Author:
OCK
Posts: 1536

Dang, thats a great deal!

Huh, I need to add you too I guess...

Hey, with so many of us getting the PS3 version, we could get a clan started.

xSup4h_4w3s0m3_kl4n_XDXDx		2011-09-26 18:13:00

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CyberSora
Posts: 5551

xSup4h_4w3s0m3_kl4n_XDXDx
Bad name. Not enough Xs.

Recent PC vs PS3 footage, looks good either way:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGbo50Ar420 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGbo50Ar420)
That means more mature players on PS3! 		2011-09-26 22:25:00

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gdn001
Posts: 5891

Oh my lord. The game runs perfectly on ultra, and it is beautiful. Was worried I'd have to upgrade my GPU for max, but that's not the case I only played half an hour (had work, but fortuanatly it was only a 2 and a half hour shift ), but I'll post some screenshots and videos maybe at some point. So excited to get back in the game I have to end this post woo woo!

On a side note, no in game server browser is brilliant. Loading time's aren't an issue, no logo's, really quick getting in and out the game and the server browser actually works well. Very impressed! Now back to the game

EDIT: Oh, anyone who wants to add me on origin - ryryryanb

I currently suck at the game 		2011-09-27 20:41:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

For those of you that can play it, I have a question, you can specifically turn down the voice audio volume right?2011-09-27 23:24:00

Author:
warlord_evil
Posts: 4193

For those of you that can play it, I have a question, you can specifically turn down the voice audio volume right?

Sorry to disappoint, but the only audio slider is Master volume		2011-09-27 23:30:00

Author:
Unknown User

I was able to find a livestream in case anyone's interested. I'm looking for something with a bit more HQ, though. This will have to do for now.

http://www.psjunkies.com/stream/		2011-09-28 00:33:00

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schm0
Posts: 1239

For those of you that can play it, I have a question, you can specifically turn down the voice audio volume right?

Knowing DICE's passion for sound quality, I can almost guarantee they'll have more options like this in the final version if what TheHippo said is true.

If anyone has an extra PS3 beta key they'd be willing to give away for whatever reason, I'd be happy to take it off your hands. Although, I guess I can wait one more day... 		2011-09-28 02:01:00

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WoodburyRaider
Posts: 1651

Lol. The beta is amazing! Takes a little to get used to the controls... For PS3, the knife is R2 and Crouch/Prone is R3... -_- But to pick up somebodies kit (yes, still kits...) it only gives the option on the gun. No actual onscreen HUD comes on ANYWHERE for 'extra' stuff. The beta map does not include vehicles either. Though in videos I'm pretty sure they had at least 1 tank in the alpha. For some reason, the building destruction surprised me... xD I completely forgot about it. And it's REALLY good. The PS3 graphics are amazing. Barely worse than PC.

--Teh Nut		2011-09-28 04:24:00

Author:
Speedynutty68
Posts: 1614

Indeed, I wouldn't be surprised if the 5870 i have in my PC meets the 'recommended requirement' when it comes to power, as there's very little difference between my GPU and a 6950. Technically it does meet the recommended requirements, but because it's in the 5000 series it says it doesn't. Sucky website is sucky, though it can be useful to just check up what the requirements are, and yours.

@Alex - That i7 and 5870 is in a laptop is it? For comparison, a mobility 5870 is pretty much the same as a 5770.

It is, but it's more than good enough to run every game I've thrown at it so far... I think an upgrade from the 6850 in my desktop might be required... Hopefully I can run BF3 on my laptop though, it will download easily enough on the 60mb download/45mb upload Uni connection I have lol...		2011-09-28 11:48:00

Author:
Unknown User

Lol. The beta is amazing! Takes a little to get used to the controls... For PS3, the knife is R2 and Crouch/Prone is R3... -_- But to pick up somebodies kit (yes, still kits...) it only gives the option on the gun. No actual onscreen HUD comes on ANYWHERE for 'extra' stuff. The beta map does not include vehicles either. Though in videos I'm pretty sure they had at least 1 tank in the alpha. For some reason, the building destruction surprised me... xD I completely forgot about it. And it's REALLY good. The PS3 graphics are amazing. Barely worse than PC.

--Teh Nut

Is spotting still done with the select button? If so, this seems somewhat awkward to me, requiring me to take my left thumb off the analog stick to do (i.e. stop moving.)

In general, does anyone have a link to the PS3 controls for BF3? I googled last night and couldn't find one.

Also, glad to know the graphics look good!		2011-09-28 13:25:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

Lol. The beta is amazing! Takes a little to get used to the controls... For PS3, the knife is R2 and Crouch/Prone is R3... -_- But to pick up somebodies kit (yes, still kits...) it only gives the option on the gun. No actual onscreen HUD comes on ANYWHERE for 'extra' stuff. The beta map does not include vehicles either. Though in videos I'm pretty sure they had at least 1 tank in the alpha. For some reason, the building destruction surprised me... xD I completely forgot about it. And it's REALLY good. The PS3 graphics are amazing. Barely worse than PC.

--Teh Nut

....

You're new to Battlefield, right?

If this clan thing does kick off, I want this guy to be the Engineer.		2011-09-28 17:43:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

So, for those of you who've played the beta, can you suggest some good weapons? So many people got a head start to playing, so I want to be ready.2011-09-28 23:10:00

Author:
Kog
Posts: 2358

Well botht the assault or support classes have easy weapons to use (some team specific) and to be honest just practice and you'll get the hang of most of the weapons in general.

Also, I've just been playing Conquest mode with 64 players, helicopters and jets. Oh yeh. It's awesome. (on the EA testing servers that are password protected. Found the passwords on /v/)		2011-09-28 23:15:00

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ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Well botht the assault or support classes have easy weapons to use (some team specific) and to be honest just practice and you'll get the hang of most of the weapons in general.

Also, I've just been playing Conquest mode with 64 players, helicopters and jets. Oh yeh. It's awesome. (on the EA testing servers that are password protected. Found the passwords on /v/)

Open beta's coming up soon, so is getting Origin worth it or should I get PS3 instead?

Lawl, I was at /v/ when they were "leaking" the passwords. Figured it was for the PC beta.		2011-09-28 23:20:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Open beta's coming up soon, so is getting Origin worth it or should I get PS3 instead?

Lawl, I was at /v/ when they were "leaking" the passwords. Figured it was for the PC beta.

Origin is fine, it works as it should and doesn't get in the way. However, saying that it's no steam, as my friend list is empty. If your PC can run it, then PC for sure. The 64 player conquest is immense.

I would certainly say at least give the beta a shot. Can't do any harm, and you'll be able to see how well it runs.

Invisible		2011-09-28 23:24:00

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ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Look forward to playing the beta once it goes public..i'm all new to the series So players who have been a fan of the battlefield series what are your thoughts on the beta so far?2011-09-28 23:32:00

Author:
Unknown User

Alright, I installed Origin. One thing I found annoying though was the EULA. As it turns out, the second you agree with the terms you automatically lose your right to take them to court. While I'm pretty sure I'm never going to do that with a video game company, I still don't like the fact that they slipped that in there because they took away one of my rights. Oh well....

EDIT: Someone already took me name (CyberSora)! why.jpg

Quick, make me a new name guys!		2011-09-28 23:57:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Alright, I installed Origin. One thing I found annoying though was the EULA. As it turns out, the second you agree with the terms you automatically lose your right to take them to court. While I'm pretty sure I'm never going to do that with a video game company, I still don't like the fact that they slipped that in there because they took away one of my rights. Oh well....

EDIT: Someone already took me name (CyberSora)! why.jpg

Quick, make me a new name guys!

CyberRiku

DataSora?
CyberTurtle?
DataTurtle?
Cyber(your name here)?		2011-09-29 00:18:00

Author:
Testudini
Posts: 3262

In general, does anyone have a link to the PS3 controls for BF3? I googled last night and couldn't find one.

X: Jump
O: Action
Square: Reload
Triangle: Switch Weapon
L1: ADS
L2: Grenade
L3: Sprint
Left Stick: Move
R1: Shoot
R2: Knife (Hold until after slash to keep knife out)
R3: Crouch/Prone (Move + prone = slide to prone
Right Stick: Look
D-Pad Up: Unknown to me
D-Pad Down: Changes fire mode (Single shot, Burst, Full Auto)
D-Pad Left: Class specialty (Ammo, Health, etc)
D-Pad Right: Unknown to me
Select: Spot/Scoreboard
Start: Pause Menu



....

You're new to Battlefield, right?

Actually, no, I'm not. I just haven't played a Battlefield game in a while. :/ I got too used to CoD... T-T Why did they have to invent that horrible game?		2011-09-29 01:41:00

Author:
Speedynutty68
Posts: 1614

PSN won't let me download the beta, I keep getting a message that says something like "This content can't be accessed by your account." I'm fairly sure I'm the master account so meh.

I'll wait until release I suppose.		2011-09-29 01:48:00

Author:
warlord_evil
Posts: 4193

Alright, I installed Origin. One thing I found annoying though was the EULA. As it turns out, the second you agree with the terms you automatically lose your right to take them to court. While I'm pretty sure I'm never going to do that with a video game company, I still don't like the fact that they slipped that in there because they took away one of my rights. Oh well....

EDIT: Someone already took me name (CyberSora)! why.jpg

Quick, make me a new name guys!

The reason they took away your rights to take them to court is because Origins is spyware... :/ That's why I decided on PS3 instead of PC. As for the name, I would go with... Umm... CyberKairi! Lol. No... I like Clays stuff though.


PSN won't let me download the beta, I keep getting a message that says something like "This content can't be accessed by your account." I'm fairly sure I'm the master account so meh.

I'll wait until release I suppose.

Did you buy MoH Limited Edition? Because the BETA is only out for us that have it for now. Tomorrow (Thursday) will be the release date for everybody else.		2011-09-29 01:50:00

Author:
Speedynutty68
Posts: 1614

Currently uploading a little vid in HD of some random clips. Nothing great, but you get the general idea of how it looks and plays (there's already tons up on youtube but I fancied uploading my own little vid lol). No editing, just random clips together

EDIT: It's gonna take a loooong time lol. Slow internet.		2011-09-29 02:05:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Currently uploading a little vid in HD of some random clips. Nothing great, but you get the general idea of how it looks and plays (there's already tons up on youtube but I fancied uploading my own little vid lol). No editing, just random clips together

EDIT: It's gonna take a loooong time lol. Slow internet.

Ooo give a link! I want to see.		2011-09-29 02:23:00

Author:
Speedynutty68
Posts: 1614

Ummm maybe in like 3 hours? xD It's uploading. Will post it in the morning (for me, it's 3am see lol)2011-09-29 02:56:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Tomorrow (Thursday) will be the release date for everybody else.
GAH I read somewhere that it was released for everyone today or something. 		2011-09-29 03:00:00

Author:
warlord_evil
Posts: 4193

Oh wow. Lol. Didn't know it was that late/early... xD2011-09-29 03:04:00

Author:
Speedynutty68
Posts: 1614

CyberRiku

DataSora?
CyberTurtle?
DataTurtle?
Cyber(your name here)?


The reason they took away your rights to take them to court is because Origins is spyware... :/ That's why I decided on PS3 instead of PC. As for the name, I would go with... Umm... CyberKairi! Lol. No... I like Clays stuff though.

My face when I've been tabooed with the stupid KH name, so nobody will take me seriously:

http://img171.imageshack.us/img171/5286/ohwhyherewegoagain.jpg		2011-09-29 03:40:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Fine then... What about xXNUubZsMAsHerL33tXx?2011-09-29 04:35:00

Author:
Speedynutty68
Posts: 1614

Make sure to watch in HD

Also look out for two hilarious glitches of player models! Will add annotations where they are now

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lj58U1wezwQ

Oh, looking back at it it was all inside footage, sorry about that! Oh well, could easily upload some recorded outside stuff.		2011-09-29 10:44:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Battlefield 3 beta is open for all on PS3 and 360. (http://kotaku.com/5845006/go-play-battlefield-3-kids)

Coconuts has spoken.		2011-09-29 11:55:00

Author:
Coconuts
Posts: 384

Is there an opportunity to put in the code to open the Caspian Border map for online play, too?

Also, I was upset to learn that staying up to 1:30 AM in hopes of getting a head start on downloading the beta was a waste of time. Looks like I'll have to wait until I'm off work to start the download. Anyone know how big the file is?		2011-09-29 14:08:00

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schm0
Posts: 1239

On PC it was 3.5 or so GB. I don't know if the PS3 one also includes caspian border though.

Another quick video, but I lessened the quality to save uploading time (so I can play more BF3 )

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HhvfaUJW7Y		2011-09-29 14:42:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Anyone know how big the file is?

1173MB (PS3 of course), downloading as we speak 		2011-09-29 14:59:00

Author:
OCK
Posts: 1536

So apparantly Caspian Border will open for all in the PC beta tomorrow! Hopefully this rumour is true! I'm playing in it right now, but it takes a while to get in and keep putting in the password: videokilledtheradiostar2011-09-29 15:15:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Any rumors about the same being opened up for the PS3 beta? That would be very welcome, indeed. Although I want to play this so bad right now... stuck at work. Grrr.

Also, I'd love to see a controller layout for PS3 so I can see what the controls are.		2011-09-29 16:07:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

Wait, is the beta now open to everyone?
Because Sony once again screws up and the Store seems to be under mainentance! >		2011-09-29 17:16:00

Author:
gdn001
Posts: 5891

Wait, is the beta now open to everyone?
Because Sony once again screws up and the Store seems to be under mainentance! >

Happening to me too. It's natural Sony luck I guess.		2011-09-29 17:20:00

Author:
Testudini
Posts: 3262

Any rumors about the same being opened up for the PS3 beta? That would be very welcome, indeed. Although I want to play this so bad right now... stuck at work. Grrr.

Also, I'd love to see a controller layout for PS3 so I can see what the controls are.

Unfortuanatly the PS3 beta doesnt have caspian border on it. That's why the PS3 download was 1GB, and the PC 4GB (along with higher textures and what not)		2011-09-29 17:22:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Sony, I am dissapoint.

Only downside of console gaming: you depend on someone. 		2011-09-29 17:23:00

Author:
gdn001
Posts: 5891

Wait, is the beta now open to everyone?
Because Sony once again screws up and the Store seems to be under mainentance! >

It's probably under maintenance beacuse the beta is open to everyone... the downloads are probably overwhelming and slowing down the servers that run the store. Remember trying to access the store in the few days after the PSN went back up? Same thing, most likely.

All I really want is someone to let me know what the **** controls are. Grrr.

So who wants to hook up late, late tonight on the beta?		2011-09-29 17:51:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

So who wants to hook up late, late tonight on the beta?
If the Store issue is solved by then, count me in.

[inbf4 massive PC fanboy attack]		2011-09-29 17:55:00

Author:
gdn001
Posts: 5891

If the Store issue is solved by then, count me in.

[inbf4 massive PC fanboy attack]

Yeah, it should be. It was scheduled maintenance.

http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/29/psa-psn-temporarily-down-for-maintenance-this-morning/		2011-09-29 19:57:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

It's probably under maintenance beacuse the beta is open to everyone... the downloads are probably overwhelming and slowing down the servers that run the store. Remember trying to access the store in the few days after the PSN went back up? Same thing, most likely.

All I really want is someone to let me know what the **** controls are. Grrr.

So who wants to hook up late, late tonight on the beta?

Controls: http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/09/29/welcome-to-the-battlefield-3-open-beta-now-available-on-psn/#utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=battlefield3_092911

And it'll take a while to adjust to the feel of the game itself, first hour I played, I hated it. The second hour I played I loved it. 		2011-09-29 21:05:00

Author:
abyssalassassin
Posts: 717

Seen some really hilarious-looking crawling animation bugs. Oh, do I love betas.2011-09-29 21:55:00

Author:
Cheddars
Posts: 447

Controls: http://blog.us.playstation.com/2011/09/29/welcome-to-the-battlefield-3-open-beta-now-available-on-psn/#utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=battlefield3_092911

And it'll take a while to adjust to the feel of the game itself, first hour I played, I hated it. The second hour I played I loved it.

Well, it's downloading right now! And thanks I literally found the link as soon within minutes of revisiting this thread. Ha!

Anyways, hopefully I'll see some of you on late, late this evening. My bluetooth is all charged up and I'm ready to get pwned.		2011-09-29 23:23:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

So apparantly Caspian Border will open for all in the PC beta tomorrow! Hopefully this rumour is true! I'm playing in it right now, but it takes a while to get in and keep putting in the password: videokilledtheradiostar

PFFFFT

Oh DICE....		2011-09-29 23:48:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Currently shoppingcartsareagoodride

And yeah, the crawling bugs like in my video a page back are hilarious. I see tons of civilians too :O

Getting in caspian border is a nightmare, and I get kicked after every round, but it is so worth it. I'm quite confident it will unlock at some point though, no point in getting everyone downloading the extra map only for a few hundred to supposedly play it.

Flown and recorded jets and chopper gameplay too. If anyone wants me to upload it I will.		2011-09-30 00:00:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Seen some really hilarious-looking crawling animation bugs. Oh, do I love betas.


And yeah, the crawling bugs like in my video a page back are hilarious. I see tons of civilians too :O

Crawling bugs? Explain please.		2011-09-30 00:12:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Crawling bugs? Explain please.

Check out about 5.25 in my video , make sure you use HD

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lj58U1wezwQ&feature=channel_video_title		2011-09-30 00:18:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Epic disarm:

So I was defending A, and no-one was coming. I decided to go up to where the action was to heal people, when suddenly A was armed. I ran back, and suddenly got shot by 3 guys. I rapidly pressed X to respawn, and accidentally selected Recon.
So I ran god knows how far with a Dragunov, managing to kill a guy or so on the way, when I arrived. I shot a guy defending, headshotted another, sneak knifed the last, then disarmed at literally the LAST second. It was quite honestly, amazing.

So far, I take back any doubts I had about this game. It is quite simply, amazing. It has some minor issues (instant kills, hnnng) and some funny bugs (bodies flying after dying), and I love it all.		2011-09-30 00:56:00

Author:
Testudini
Posts: 3262

Yup, I can't wait for the full release now And I seem to be among the minority that like the browser experience side. I just see it that I rarely have to look at the initial boot-up screen, and I can start battlefield without going out of my way to open origin (does it all automatically). And it works, unlike the BC2 browser for ages. I like.2011-09-30 01:03:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Check out about 5.25 in my video , make sure you use HD

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lj58U1wezwQ&feature=channel_video_title

Hahaha! That is hilarious.

Anywho, I'm getting the PS3 beta first, then PC (because I want to try out those jets). I should be able to play both by tomorrow.

By the way, I couldn't resist:

http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/4668/bf3betanope.jpg		2011-09-30 01:17:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Hehe, it really is hilarious. I'm downloading the PS3 version to have a little compare, see what I think.

Also uploading the heli and jet footage i have (bout an hour to go) as it shows the whole map really so for those wondering what it's like can see it. Though it will prob change on console (for the better) due to player size limit. Saying that, was playing metro with 24 players earlier and that was good too - so a similar situation to the PS3. (rush maps will certainly stay the same)		2011-09-30 01:50:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

I started playing the beta on PS3 for this today, and so far it's pretty good. TONS of bugs though.

I spent half of one match underneath the ground. From there I could shoot out at people, but they couldn't shoot me.		2011-09-30 01:53:00

Author:
xero
Posts: 2419

Oop, sniped.

Anyways, I finally figured out why the killcams for me would sometimes start panning outside of the map on Operation Metro. Apparently there's a bit of an exploit that allows players to glitch underneath the map, giving them the ability to somewhat pick and choose their targets. Not sure if this occurs on the PC version as well but I thought I'd just bring this to attention if you haven't already known about it.		2011-09-30 02:00:00

Author:
Cheddars
Posts: 447

Oop, sniped.

Finally figured out why the killcams for me would sometimes start panning outside of the map on Operation Metro. Apparently there's a bit of an exploit that allows players to glitch underneath the map, giving them the ability to somewhat pick and choose their targets. Not sure if this occurs on the PC version as well but I thought I'd just bring this to attention if you haven't already known about it.

Always wondered why the killcam did that. That will really annoy me from now on :/

EDIT: ****it, messed up the conversion again. No 720p
Oh well, crappy footage (as in me being rubbish and nooby) of heli and jet gameplay:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOnNZ4sYiho		2011-09-30 02:06:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

I just got my highest kill count and kill streak! Finished the match going 89-7 with engineer kit only. I got a 42 kill streak. That's my newest record and now I'm shaking like a... Umm... thing... that... umm... shakes a lot... >.> But yea... Try and beat that, guys! (And girls)2011-09-30 03:47:00

Author:
Speedynutty68
Posts: 1614

I'm shaking like a... Umm... thing... that... umm... shakes a lot... >.>

...an old man with Parkinson's Disease?		2011-09-30 04:27:00

Author:
xero
Posts: 2419

...an old man with Parkinson's Disease?

Yes! That... thing... you just... mentioned...		2011-09-30 04:58:00

Author:
Speedynutty68
Posts: 1614

Having fun with the beta

If you're playing on the PC and using Origin, could you guys post your usernames so we can play together?

Mine is: CogSpartan		2011-09-30 05:58:00

Author:
Kog
Posts: 2358

Well, I got my butt handed to me. Also had a bug where the scope I earned didn't keep. Not sure if that was intentional or not. Also, friendly fire is on by default for PS3, no?2011-09-30 06:08:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

Well, I got my butt handed to me. Also had a bug where the scope I earned didn't keep. Not sure if that was intentional or not. Also, friendly fire is on by default for PS3, no?

I had that issue with the thermal scope I got... :/ It didn't show up... T-T And friendly fire ISN'T on for PS3... o.O What happened to you?


If you're playing on the PC and using Origin, could you guys post your usernames so we can play together?

I'm downloading the PC beta as we speak. I REALLY want to play Caspian border... O.O My Origins ID is Speedynutty. I think... That's what I put at least... I'll try adding you.		2011-09-30 06:15:00

Author:
Speedynutty68
Posts: 1614

Well, I got my butt handed to me. Also had a bug where the scope I earned didn't keep. Not sure if that was intentional or not. Also, friendly fire is on by default for PS3, no?

Seeing as how I knifed GDN in the face multiple times and he walked away unharmed (physically atleast), no it's off.		2011-09-30 06:19:00

Author:
Testudini
Posts: 3262

I had that issue with the thermal scope I got... :/ It didn't show up... T-T And friendly fire ISN'T on for PS3... o.O What happened to you?

Well, I got shot at by teammates, but I'm still sorting out all the information on the screen, so that probably explains my confusion. Another part of my confusion stemmed from the chaos that can erupt when 8 or more players crowd into a hallway or a corner, where I tried desperately to sort out the little blue triangles from the enemies. I did the only thing I could think of which was to shoot and aim in the general direction of whatever happened to be moving, which I suppose is all you can do when your screen becomes inundated with players and icons.

I played primarily as Assault to get the feel of things, and once I got my ACOG I was doing much better. Aiming down the iron sights is fine and all, but a 4x zoom certainly helps pick off those that are lying prone or creeping around corners. I even found use for the sights in some of the tunnels underground, and I'm really looking forward to edging my K/D back towards the 1 mark. Also, there's nothing quite sweeter than a knife kill. Once I had a sight, I was earning about twice as many kills and points, and dying twice as less, too.

After about an hour I was finally used to the controls, leaping over objects, diving to prone and aiming down my newly acquired sights for long range kills and blasting people in the face when they came around the corner. I have yet to remember to toss down some bandaids when needed, so I'll have to make an effort to look for the little '+' icons running around the screen. I assume I get points if someone uses the bandaid?

Tonight I'll probably venture into the Support class and start laying down some suppressing fire. However, jumping into a random squad left very little to actual tactics and communication. Playing as assault proved to help out in this regard, but I am worried that playing as an engineer or support class will offer little advantages if I'm assigned to a squad that isn't really focusing on teamwork and is just sitting on the other end without a headset.

My bluetooth was largely silent for most of the game other than a "Hey, where you from?" bit of idle chat. I was looking forward to getting on a squad and actually discussing tactics, but meh, it's a beta and it's free so there's lots of people on here that are just playing for fun.

Anyways, when I logged off I did see a fellow buddy playing the game so hopefully I'll be able to hook up with some friends later tonight and actually play the game the way it was meant to... as a team.

Edit: Also, I suppose you guys can add me on Origin if you play on PS3 (no use in doing so if you play on PC). Here's my (pathetic) stats, too: http://battlelog.battlefield.com/bf3/soldier/Schm078/stats/325744332/ps3/

Edit2: I propose we start using a clan tag.		2011-09-30 13:04:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

Well, I got my butt handed to me. Also had a bug where the scope I earned didn't keep. Not sure if that was intentional or not. Also, friendly fire is on by default for PS3, no?

Are you sure you tried to equip it with the same weapon? Because some of the weapons are team specific, like the AK-47. However, the weapons you unlock later can be used by both teams. IT would be better to focus upgrading a new weapon once you unlock it, and you like it, so you can use the attatchments on both teams.

My origin: ryryryanb		2011-09-30 13:14:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Played about 3 hours last night, took a while to get into my groove but I was eventually ranking in the top 2 consistently. One of things I loved about BC2 was how easy it was to get into a game and play for hours on end without all the "host migration" BS I always experience with CoD and last night's play session was super smooth. No lag at all although there are bugs, it is a BETA after all.

I have to say that without vehicles the BETA (PS3) feels more like CoD then Battlefield. Vehicles are such an integral part of the gameplay and one of the things I love most. I don't understand why the tank was removed from the BETA but I guess it's something to look forward to. RUSH was my favorite mode in BC2 and I play the game based on that name. In other words, I rush to the objective to plant the explosive, no hesitation. It was quite common in BC2 for me to get over 50% of the total plants for our team and I was able to achieve the same thing a couple of times last night. It makes it easier if you have a squad you are communicating with (which I did not have last night) but you can still make it work if playing "solo".

I love the pacing of RUSH mode and the Paris map is a great way of showcasing why this mode is so special. Start off in massive park, take the battle into the dark, confined metro, emerge into the streets of Paris proper to wreak havoc, love it! I like the blinding effect with the lasers/lights and it looks like there will be a ton of stuff to unlock in the full game (I think DICE said twice as much as BC2?). All the destruction and particle effects add to the adrenaline rush and the stellar sound design is even better then BC2. Mostly played as Engineer although I did have some fun picking off people as a Sniper too!

In conclusion, I like it so far. Wish there were vehicles in the beta but oh well. I was expecting a bit more with the visuals but it's the gameplay that matters most. I just hope the final game lives up to expectations, I really want BF3 to be the new king of online FPS'.		2011-09-30 13:36:00

Author:
OCK
Posts: 1536

Are you sure you tried to equip it with the same weapon? Because some of the weapons are team specific, like the AK-47. However, the weapons you unlock later can be used by both teams. IT would be better to focus upgrading a new weapon once you unlock it, and you like it, so you can use the attatchments on both teams.

My origin: ryryryanb

That must be what it was... switching sides. :/

Duh. I thought it unlocked to use for all guns.

Also, added you on Origin/Battlelog. Sucks that PSN isn't yet integrated, but that makes sense. On October 25th we should all be able to integrate our friends list for PSN rather easily.

Speaking of which, can you create and/or belong to multiple "platoons"?		2011-09-30 13:52:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

Played about 3 hours last night, took a while to get into my groove but I was eventually ranking in the top 2 consistently. One of things I loved about BC2 was how easy it was to get into a game and play for hours on end without all the "host migration" BS I always experience with CoD and last night's play session was super smooth. No lag at all although there are bugs, it is a BETA after all.

I have to say that without vehicles the BETA (PS3) feels more like CoD then Battlefield. Vehicles are such an integral part of the gameplay and one of the things I love most. I don't understand why the tank was removed from the BETA but I guess it's something to look forward to. RUSH was my favorite mode in BC2 and I play the game based on that name. In other words, I rush to the objective to plant the explosive, no hesitation. It was quite common in BC2 for me to get over 50% of the total plants for our team and I was able to achieve the same thing a couple of times last night. It makes it easier if you have a squad you are communicating with (which I did not have last night) but you can still make it work if playing "solo".

I love the pacing of RUSH mode and the Paris map is a great way of showcasing why this mode is so special. Start off in massive park, take the battle into the dark, confined metro, emerge into the streets of Paris proper to wreak havoc, love it! I like the blinding effect with the lasers/lights and it looks like there will be a ton of stuff to unlock in the full game (I think DICE said twice as much as BC2?). All the destruction and particle effects add to the adrenaline rush and the stellar sound design is even better then BC2. Mostly played as Engineer although I did have some fun picking off people as a Sniper too!

In conclusion, I like it so far. Wish there were vehicles in the beta but oh well. I was expecting a bit more with the visuals but it's the gameplay that matters most. I just hope the final game lives up to expectations, I really want BF3 to be the new king of online FPS'.

Yeah, i found it odd that they took out the LAV from the beta. Still, I really love the map once you get inside the metro it's awesome. Not very battlefield I'll admit, but it is fun, and looks amazing. Specially with rockets flying about.

I can confirm though that the vehicles are as awesome as ever from Caspian Border

Oh, and in terms of unlocks, I believe DICE said it will take 100 hours to fully unlock everything for 1 class. So a potential 400 hours to unlock everything there... :O
Source: https://twitter.com/#!/Demize99/status/109904929946206208. Demize99 is DICE’s Alan Kertz. No idea who he is, but a reputable source obviously.

@Demize99 how long would it take on average to complete a kit?

@450bq If you unlock every weapon, every gadget, and every unlock for every weapon... something like 100 hours.		2011-09-30 13:53:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Oh, and in terms of unlocks, I believe DICE said it will take 100 hours to fully unlock everything for 1 class. So a potential 400 hours to unlock everything there... :O


DICE want to keep you playing battlefield 3 for as long as possible so that you're more likely to buy the dlc they release, hence the long unlock times :/ Here's hoping they release full class unlocks on the ps store.		2011-09-30 14:29:00

Author:
Unknown User

But unlocking stuff is fun. I wouldnt want to enter a game with everything unlocked.

Anyway, the caspian border rumour of it being opened up to everyone on PC has been debunked, and the servers for that level are now offline. Looks like I got lucky with that little bit of gameplay, and will have to wait till next month now D: Imma practice my choppa skills on BC2 inbetween BF3 beta and release		2011-09-30 17:14:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

Yeah, the unlocks are totally worth playing the same level for the next two weeks, IMO.

So does anyone have a favorite map location/kit/loadout on Operation Metro?		2011-09-30 18:03:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

I think it's kind of dumb how the beta for a game based on vehicle combat doesn't have any vehicles in it.2011-09-30 18:39:00

Author:
xero
Posts: 2419

Well, it originally had a tank in the level, but yeah no idea why they removed it. Probably because relative to maps such as Caspian Borders, the play area for a vehicle is somewhat small.

I just realized that the UI color scheme and the little cyan dots hovering over friendly players was what was making it so difficult for me to discern in the nearly color-coordinated lighting of the metro station. I mean, the color scheme practically blends in with the lighting and all the various blues. Knowing is half the battle, though. 		2011-09-30 19:00:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

After watching ryryryan's video, I really want to fly a jet.2011-09-30 19:14:00

Author:
xero
Posts: 2419

Downloaded, started playing, I was expecting to get severely owned, then...

Surprise! I'm actually good at this game! Even better that I was on BF2. Anyway, I feel I'm the only one who revives people on my team. Whenever we are defending or attacking, I drop 1-2 med crates around my teammates, and if I see one on the ground, I rush to it and revive him (sometimes from 5 meters away ). But I hardly ever get revived.


Edit2: I propose we start using a clan tag.

Me too.

[LBPC]gdn001		2011-09-30 19:29:00

Author:
gdn001
Posts: 5891

[LBPC]gdn001

Nice!

Also, info on Platoons here:

http://blogs.battlefield.ea.com/battlefield_bad_company/archive/2011/09/30/battleblog-12-fight-for-the-honor-and-glory-of-your-battlefield-3-platoon.aspx


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nC7EHaJZtMQ

Cool thing about this is that you can be in up to 3 Platoons at once. So, I present to you, the LBPC Platoon:

http://battlelog.battlefield.com/bf3/platoon/2826550451882492332/

I'll update it later if you guys want to do something more creative with it. Anyways, there's the link if you want to join. It doesn't necessarily need to be LBP-related, so if you guys have some ideas on what to call it or name it or even put up for the graphics, let me know.

And the first round of bugfixes here:

http://blogs.battlefield.ea.com/battlefield_bad_company/archive/2011/09/30/battlefield-3-open-beta-update-1.aspx		2011-09-30 19:48:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

I would join but says, Cannot join with currently selected soldier.2011-09-30 21:36:00

Author:
jeperty
Posts: 486

So, I present to you, the LBPC Platoon

I'll join if you're doing it on PS3 		2011-09-30 22:25:00

Author:
Unknown User

Well after dowloading the PS3 beta, I had to come up with an Origin name. Since I couldn't come up with anything original, I did the next best thing:

Xeno_Caesium

It's an element with the the symbol Cs on the period table. Why Caesium? Because its symbol, Cs, also happens to be my PSN ID's initials: CS (for CyberSora). I am such a nerd.

EDIT: The definition of Xeno, by the way, is "strange; alien; guest". So I'm a strange alien guest thing.		2011-09-30 23:11:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

I would join but says, Cannot join with currently selected soldier.

Same, and I'm not sure how to change to my PS3 soldier. I have played a little bit on PS3 already, though just to test it out.		2011-09-30 23:15:00

Author:
ryryryan
Posts: 3767

I already sent the application for the Platoon. 2011-09-30 23:21:00

Author:
gdn001
Posts: 5891

Yeah, I can't manually add you either for some reason, even though I can see you playing right now.

"Unable to add ryryryan, wrong platform."

Edit: FYI, I updated our Platoon logo. We are the 99th Flaming Archangel Skulls!!! Or something like that.

http://static.cdn.ea.com/battlelog/prod/emblems/320/2826550451882492332.jpeg?v=1317423382.05

This is all mostly temporary, but at least our logo looks somewhat cool.

Again, taking suggestions as to what you'd like to call the Platoon, what the logo should be, our tag, etc. We can rename and edit everything as we go along.		2011-09-30 23:28:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

... Why can't I play Caspian Border on the PC version? When I set the filter to look for servers with it, there's none running... D:

Edit: Just found out that they shut down the Caspian Border maps... The only reason I got the BETA for the PC was so I could play them... -_-

PLUS- Apparently BF3 doesn't accept my graphics card. So I can't even play it anyways... T-T I get this error message:


A generic game error was reported, please try again. ( code: 1 )

OR I get this one... It depends whether I use 'Quick Match' or choose a server manually...


Failed creating D3D device of at least version 10.0 on adapter "Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator HD" with driver "Unknown". Error is DXGI_ERROR_UNSAPPORTED ("Unsupported.").

This is typically caused by not having the minimum required DirectX support in the GPU.
For Nvidia GPUs, DirectX 10.0 support is required.
For AMD and GPUs from other vendors, DirectX10.1 support is required.

So basically, EA is telling me I just wasted 2 hours of my time downloading and installing this... Wow... Thanks...		2011-10-01 02:43:00

Author:
Speedynutty68
Posts: 1614

Edit: FYI, I updated our Platoon logo. We are the 99th Flaming Archangel Skulls!!! Or something like that.

http://static.cdn.ea.com/battlelog/prod/emblems/320/2826550451882492332.jpeg?v=1317423382.05

This is all mostly temporary, but at least our logo looks somewhat cool.

Again, taking suggestions as to what you'd like to call the Platoon, what the logo should be, our tag, etc. We can rename and edit everything as we go along.

Name: Lawl, that's something I'd expect from GDN to say.

Tag: LBPC. Plane and simple.

Emblem: Not sure what to say. I like yours a lot, but feels out of place from BF3 to be honest. There's more cool colors in it than the warm ones you used, so I personally think it doesn't mix well, but that's just my opinion.		2011-10-01 02:48:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Name: Lawl, that's something I'd expect from GDN to say.
I may come up with something this night.

Emblem: Not sure what to say. I like yours a lot, but feels out of place from BF3 to be honest. There's more cool colors in it than the warm ones you used, so I personally think it doesn't mix well, but that's just my opinion.
About the emblem...
http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/6426/28265504518824923321.jpg
(Just added a filter in PS because I'm too tired to do anything that would take more than 1 minute to render)		2011-10-01 02:54:00

Author:
gdn001
Posts: 5891

So basically, EA is telling me I just wasted 2 hours of my time downloading and installing this... Wow... Thanks...

That sucks. You should've checked the minimum system requirements beforehand!		2011-10-01 03:38:00

Author:
xero
Posts: 2419

Man, a lot of people really suck at this game. In almost every game I play I have enemies camping BEHIND us, just sitting there killing us in our spawns, making taking cover absolutely impossible. Yeah you can hunt them down, but it's still dang annoying.

Also, is it just me, or is getting knifed REALLY awkward. I'll be shooting, then my gun dissapears and my screen slowly rolls to a side and I just see some guys face, then I die. I wish they didn't have to copy what ever game first did those assassination moves and just stuck to the normal "simply die when you get knifed".

I'm trying to unlock the M82 or w/e it is, and to get it I need 203,000 recon points. At this rate, it's going to take a while ._.		2011-10-01 04:44:00

Author:
Kog
Posts: 2358

About the emblem...
http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/6426/28265504518824923321.jpg
(Just added a filter in PS because I'm too tired to do anything that would take more than 1 minute to render)

Bah, if only!

By the way, I made a few out of boredom:

BF3 themed LBPC emblem:
http://img195.imageshack.us/img195/2691/emblem1.png

Another color I thought it went good with:
http://img718.imageshack.us/img718/8042/emblem2z.png

One I made for fun:
http://img717.imageshack.us/img717/7515/emblem3i.png
The three represents BF3.

Still no idea for a name though, but I tried. 		2011-10-01 04:47:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

Man, a lot of people really suck at this game. In almost every game I play I have enemies camping BEHIND us, just sitting there killing us in our spawns, making taking cover absolutely impossible. Yeah you can hunt them down, but it's still dang annoying.

The spawn is better than CoDs, yet that spawning in one area thing is a major backfire. You just have to deal with it. :L


Also, is it just me, or is getting knifed REALLY awkward. I'll be shooting, then my gun dissapears and my screen slowly rolls to a side and I just see some guys face, then I die. I wish they didn't have to copy what ever game first did those assassination moves and just stuck to the normal "simply die when you get knifed".

Never gotten knifed, although I average about 2-3 knifes a game.


I'm trying to unlock the M82 or w/e it is, and to get it I need 203,000 recon points. At this rate, it's going to take a while ._.

I don't even know how the points system works. How do you customize your weapons/classes? .___.		2011-10-01 04:55:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

I don't even know how the points system works. How do you customize your weapons/classes? .___.

After you die, select any class and it should go to the darker screen displaying the four classes. Choose which class you want to edit by pressing "X" on it, and if you've used a gun enough then you'll have attachments unlocked for it. As far as I can tell, you gain XP just like any other FPS, and the customization system works on a per gun basis where the more kills you get with one gun, the more attachments you get for that gun only.



Never gotten knifed, although I average about 2-3 knifes a game.


O RLY?
*Laughs remembering the difference in our kill death ratios...* 		2011-10-01 05:18:00

Author:
WoodburyRaider
Posts: 1651

I don't even know how the points system works. How do you customize your weapons/classes? .___.
Lawl, from what I've seen you can only customize stuff during your respawn wait thing. There, there's a button that says CUSTOMIZE, you choose that, then it shows you your loadouts, you click (customize?) and then it shows you the weapons and stuff for that class, from there you you can use the arrows to change the selection or hit ACCESSORIES to choose the attachments.

As for the points, it's quite simple: By getting kills and using a class as you are supposed to, you get points added onto it. It's like 4 XP bars separate from your main one. Leveling each one up unlocks specific items/weapons for that class.		2011-10-01 05:23:00

Author:
Kog
Posts: 2358

Bah, if only!

By the way, I made a few out of boredom:

BF3 themed LBPC emblem:
http://img195.imageshack.us/img195/2691/emblem1.png

Another color I thought it went good with:
http://img718.imageshack.us/img718/8042/emblem2z.png

One I made for fun:
http://img717.imageshack.us/img717/7515/emblem3i.png
The three represents BF3.

Still no idea for a name though, but I tried.

Those are all great... but unfortunately the logo editor is in Battlelog. I'm not sure you can add a custom photo... if the option was there I didn't see it. I assume thats where you got the letters? You guys should all create a Platoon and play around with the logo editor and let me know what you come up with... then I'll try to reproduce it on my end, I guess. Only other option is to give away my Origin login and I'm not quite sure I should do that.... . As long as everyone signs up for the Platoon I'll add you as I go.

@CyberSora: I was stalking you... was my voice really that scary? 		2011-10-01 05:45:00

Author:
schm0
Posts: 1239

Those are all great... but unfortunately the logo editor is in Battlelog. I'm not sure you can add a custom photo... if the option was there I didn't see it. I assume thats where you got the letters? You guys should all create a Platoon and play around with the logo editor and let me know what you come up with... then I'll try to reproduce it on my end, I guess. Only other option is to give away my Origin login and I'm not quite sure I should do that.... . As long as everyone signs up for the Platoon I'll add you as I go.

I actually made a test platoon and used the editor from there to make it. Also, I can set up another account to be used by everybody if you like.


@CyberSora: I was stalking you... was my voice really that scary?

Nope. I thought it was Woodbury talking.

EDIT:


After you die, select any class and it should go to the darker screen displaying the four classes. Choose which class you want to edit by pressing "X" on it, and if you've used a gun enough then you'll have attachments unlocked for it. As far as I can tell, you gain XP just like any other FPS, and the customization system works on a per gun basis where the more kills you get with one gun, the more attachments you get for that gun only.



O RLY?
*Laughs remembering the difference in our kill death ratios...*

Hey, I never said I got the highest score.

By the way, my TV is plain terrible for this game. I can barely see the players because the lighting, so I definitely need a new TV is I even want to attempt to get a highscore. Just having to play on my settings alone should be commendable itself.


Lawl, from what I've seen you can only customize stuff during your respawn wait thing. There, there's a button that says CUSTOMIZE, you choose that, then it shows you your loadouts, you click (customize?) and then it shows you the weapons and stuff for that class, from there you you can use the arrows to change the selection or hit ACCESSORIES to choose the attachments.

As for the points, it's quite simple: By getting kills and using a class as you are supposed to, you get points added onto it. It's like 4 XP bars separate from your main one. Leveling each one up unlocks specific items/weapons for that class.

But I'm asking more along the lines of "how do you know what you're going to unlock?" I seriously want one of those flashlights, but I can't find any info on it. Don't tell me they've hid the unlocks info?		2011-10-01 06:11:00

Author:
CyberSora
Posts: 5551

But I'm asking more along the lines of "how do you know what you're going to unlock?" I seriously want one of those flashlights, but I can't find any info on it. Don't tell me they've hid the unlocks info?
It shows the next unlock beside your kits in the score menu thing, but you can see it much clearer by hopping on Battlelog and then going to the weapon you want the flashlight for. From there, at the bottom, it shows you every attachment for the weapon and how you unlock them.		2011-10-01 06:54:00

Author:
Kog
Posts: 2358

Gah, I was going to download the beta on PC but I don't think my computer has the minimum requirements (don't even have the right operating system).

So much for being in a platoon thingy. :/		2011-10-01 07:44:00

Author:
warlord_evil
Posts: 4193

Wow, sounds like something I could have wrote lol. Battlefield players, read this and remember it:


The Ten Commandments of Battlefield

The Battlefield 3 beta opens to all today, and to help you from becoming instant cannon fodder in Operation Metro, we've partnered with the Battlefield fanatics at Don't Revive Me Bro to create a list of 10 essential Battlefield tips that will help transform you from a wandering bullet magnet into a team-focused, elite Battlefield commando. Ready to up your game for Battlefield 3? You came to the right place.

Before we dive in, a word about Don't Revive Me Bro. When we first started putting this feature together, we contacted Battlefield community manager Ian Tornay and asked where we could find a good resource for Battlefield gameplay tips. He responded without hesitation, "Don't Revive Me Bro." The fan site is full of Battlefield fanatics, and many of them took the time to share their knowledge of the game here with you.

Welcome to The 10 Commandments of Battlefield.


Battlefield Commandment No. 1:
Know Thy Classes

From DRMB Members "garnz" and "tiamosloren"

Words to Live By: Just keep learning and learning. Don't be the guy that they call the ******ing blueberry! Be the Ace.
Garnz Says: Engineers are supposed to take out heavy/light armor vehicles with AT4/RPG/AT Mines; Recon has C4 if they are able to flank; Medics are not rambo revivers unless in the situation where it is critical to just keep on revving everyone; Assault should be the front/mid men of the battle who are giving ammo and continue firing upon waves of enemies during defense or clearing waves of enemies during attack to prevent/get to the objective.

Tiamosloren Says: If you're running Engineer and you're on a vehicle-heavy map, make sure enemy flyers and tanks are rendered disabled, or keep your tanks running. If you're running Medic, work on clearing an area of hostiles before reviving teammates. If running Assault, remember your ammo packs, your team will be relying on you for that ammo support. If running Recon, don't hold back - get into the fight, throw some motion mines, remember to spot enemies, keep your team in the know.
GameSpy Says: Battlefield's classes aren't there for decoration, each one has a specific role in the game. Learn those roles, play them well, and you'll help your team win.
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Battlefield Commandment No. 2:
Support Thy Teammates

From DRMB Members "renesis" and "EcentC"

Words to Live By: For the love of all that is holy, use your brain. I know it seems hard sometimes but common logic will take you a very long way on the battlefield.
Renesis Says: Support your teammates. Use whatever tool that you have at your disposal whether you are playing as an engineer, support, recon, or assault/medic. If you see someone needs ammo; throw some down. If your team is having a hard time with a vehicle use whatever explosives you have to try to remove the threat. If you see someone has taken on the task of arming an objective or taking a flag, cover them.

EcentC Says:Everyone has a squad of four. Choose your kit accordingly to your squad. If the other members of your squad are assault, maybe choose engineer. Having a well-balanced squad working together playing different classes is essential for success in Battlefield.
GameSpy Says: Instead of charging off in search of enemies, find your squad mates first. See what they're trying to accomplish, and help them do it with your class' unique skill set.
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Battlefield Commandment No. 3:
Plug in Thy Mic and Use It

From DRMB Members "ghstr3con2" and "pudude"

Words to Live By: Number one tip I can give is COMMUNICATION!
Ghstr3con2 Says: Most matches are lost because people refuse to plug in/buy a mic and TALK to the people on their team. If you think you're the only one doing something on the team, someone else probably thinks that, too. Get a mic in and talk to your squad mates and figure out a way to win. If you're not comfortable with communicating with randoms find other people that have your play style(or a clan) and give your input. The game is so much easier when the entire team has input.

Pudude Says:You have three squad mates... make yourself heard. Even if the other person does not respond (maybe they don't have a mic) does not mean they are deaf. Give a call out, ask for a revive or even reject a revive, ask for ammo, and most importantly, grow your friends list.
GameSpy Says: One of the most useful pieces of information you can communicate to your team is the location of enemies. If you spot them, let your team know it. You can help save lives, tickets, and help move your team forward toward the objective.
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Battlefield Commandment No. 4:
Flank Thine Enemies

From DRMB Members "renesis" and "eventheodds"

Words to Live By: Get around / behind your enemy and take them down quick.
Renesis Says: Don't run up the middle at an objective. If you know the enemy is going to be there, try to flank them. The great thing about having large maps in BF is that you can often find flanking routes to get behind your enemy. If you are having issues getting past the enemy don't just keep running head first into them, step back, think about what you are doing and then execute.

Eventheodds Says: Flanking is the most obvious; Get around / behind your enemy and you take them down quick. Know the map and how to avoid the hotspots. Sometimes the flank route is up the middle. It all depends on where the action is.
GameSpy Says: If you've just got to fly solo in Battlefield, the best thing you can do to help your team win is flank. But if there is one thing that's better than one flanker, it's two.
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Battlefield Commandment No. 5:
Save Thy Spawn Points

From DRMB Members "Despot_22" and "silentximage"

Words to Live By: ...Find a safe spot and stay alive.

Despot_22 Says: Keep an eye on your squad, if the rest of them are all dead, find a safe spot and stay alive. Having a spawn point near the objectives is very important. Also the ability to keep a presence in the enemies objective area as a distraction is one of the best things to allow an objective arm.

Silentximage Says: Spawning on teammates can be very helpful, but sometimes it can backfire. Watch were your teammate is before spawning in their. if he is trying to sneak around the opposite teams base to get the flank, you can give away his position and it can cost you and that person's life. Stay smart.
GameSpy Says: One of the quickest ways to change the tide of battle in Battlefield is to keep a squad mate alive that the rest of your squad can spawn on in enemy territory. Saving your teammates the long trip from your base provides a huge advantage.
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Battlefield Commandment No. 6:
Thou Shalt Fire in Short Bursts

From DRMB Members "pvtmat" and "mrnankers"

Words to Live By: Tap that trigger.

Pvtmat Says: Firing weapons fully automatic in Battlefield Bad Company 2 creates a lot of recoil and bullet spread. To obtain greater accuracy while having almost the same fire rate, I would recommend Burst Firing anywhere out of 10-15 meters. To burst fire, simply fire your weapon in bursts of 2-3 bullets at a time. Do it correctly and you will see a significant drop in recoil, and will find it easier to hit targets from longer distances.

Mrnankers Says: Learn to tap fire all the weapons -- the LMGs, carbines, SMGs, DMRs and even pistols -- to make your aim instantly better. For good reason you can't go firing mad lazer full auto assault rifle cross map. Tap that trigger.
GameSpy Says: Short controlled bursts make the difference between registering multiple hits and spraying wildly around your enemy. Start burst firing and you'll see an instant improvement in your accuracy.
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Battlefield Commandment No. 7:
Recon Shalt Do More Than Snipe

From DRMB Members "silentximage" and "pvtmat"

Words to Live By: ...Don't just sit there and watch.

Silentximage Says: While using the Recon class and on the defenders side of Rush, don't just sit there and watch as the other team takes the objective. Pistols are very powerful in BF when used properly. Switch to it and take some people out even if you only get one or two people, those one or two people less can be a huge factor when going to defuse the objective.

Pvtmat Says: In Rush or Conquest stay close to the objective, protecting it at all costs. Don't forget to use your C4 for setting traps or your mortar strike to kill vehicles and enemies behind cover. Remember to be using your motion mines effectively as they will give you a significant edge over your enemy.
GameSpy Says: Spot enemies and use your motion sensors and mortar strike to the fullest when playing Recon. Camping on a hill far away from your objective and staring through your scope for the entire match doesn't help anyone. And if your squad already has a Recon, help your team by choosing a different class.
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Battlefield Commandment No. 8:
Use Destruction to Thine Advantage

From DRMB Member "tiamoslorne"

Words to Live By: This isn't COD.

Tiamoslorne Says: This is NOT a stab against CoD (not really), but most FPS games aren't that much into destructible environments. Battlefield is. If someone is corner-camping in a building, feel free to toss some C4 on the corner or get the grenade launcher out and blow that camping spot to hell and back. If a team loves nothing more than to camp in a building, C4 the walls and crush them inside of it, and then pick off the survivors.
GameSpy Says: Let your tank driving teammates know what building an enemy is hiding in, let them do all the destructive work for you, and then mop up any stragglers.
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Battlefield Commandment No. 9:
Use Thy Vehicles Effectively

From DRMB Members "garnz" and "onebigbugga"

Words to Live By: Repair... repair... repair.

Garnz Says: If you're a vehicle user, than you could be in the air/land/sea, know your limits. If you know someone else is better than you in using that specific vehicle, let that player use it, as it could cost you the game.

Onebigbugga Says: Repair... repair.. repair. Too many times I've seen a tank or APC at half health with three engineers around it and none trying to fix it because they are too busy launching rockets down field. That tank or APC can do more then you can.. fix it. One engie can out repair most incoming damage on a vehicle.
GameSpy Says: Tanks work as terrific bullet shields, be sure to put one between yourself and a squad of enemies when moving on an objective. Oh, and if you don't know how to fly a helicopter, please don't jump in the pilot seat.
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Battlefield Commandment No. 10:
Thou Shalt Forget About Kill/Death Ratio

From DRMB Member "vanished001"

Words to Live By: ...Objective should be the only focus.

Vanished001 Says: Battlefield can't be played like most FPS titles. Primarily, the focus of most FPS games is to obtain high K/D ratio to achieve victory. However, in Battlefield the objective (MCOM/Flag) should be the only focus. Battlefield games are team orientated, objective based, tactical shooters. You will supply your teammates with ammo or replenish their health, or fix a broken vehicles and provide long range observation. Each of these actions contributes to your team's chances of victory.
GameSpy Says: Focusing on kills is a quick way to a loss for your team in Battlefield. Play and enjoy the game for what it's made for: objective-focused team play. You know very well where to go for your K/D fix.

There you have it, the Ten Commandments of Battlefield. Incorporate them into your game and you'll see a huge improvement in play, and likely make a few new friends along the way.
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http://pc.gamespy.com/pc/battlefield-3/1197288p1.html

Forgetting about your K/D ratio is one I think most people will struggle with...		2011-10-01 09:54:00

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OCK
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