Publisher: Electronic Arts
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Genre: Shooter
Release Date: October 25, 2011 (US)
Release Date: October 28, 2011 (UK)
Release Date: October 27, 2011 (AU)
M for Mature: Blood, Intense Violence, Strong Language
PEGI: 18+
OFLC: RP
Battlefield 3

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Publisher: Electronic Arts
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Genre: Shooter
Release Date: October 25, 2011 (US)
Release Date: October 28, 2011 (UK)
Release Date: October 27, 2011 (AU)
M for Mature: Blood, Intense Violence, Strong Language
PEGI: 18+
OFLC: RP
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Battlefield 3

Prepare for full-scale war with Battlefield 3, the third major evolution of the long-running online battle franchise. Using the power of Frostbite 2 game engine technology, Battlefield 3 delivers superior visual quality, a grand sense of scale, massive destruction, dynamic audio and incredibly lifelike character animations. As bullets whiz by, walls crumble, and explosions throw you to the ground, the battlefield feels more alive and interactive than ever before.

In Battlefield 3, players step into the role of the elite U.S. Marines where they will experience heart-pounding single player missions and competitive multiplayer actions ranging across diverse locations from around the globe including Europe, Middle-East and North America.


Battlefield 3 Game Help

Battlefield 3 Walkthrough & Strategy Guide (Aug 10, 2011)

Campaign walkthrough, multiplayer map tips and everything you need to know before hitting the battlefield.

Latest Articles for Battlefield 3

DICE: Battlefield 3 Beta Six Times Bigger Than Bad Company 2 Beta

X360 News | Oct 4, 2011

Battlefield 3's multiplayer runs on a new back-end dedicated server structure. The studio hoped to give that system a thorough stress test with the game's ongoing open multiplayer beta, and has it ever. According to DICE GM Karl Magnus Troedsson, the studio is seeing peak numbers of more than 12 million simultaneous players in the ongoing Battlefield 3 open multiplayer beta. Read More »

The Ten Commandments of Battlefield

X360 News | Sep 29, 2011

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? Inquire within. Read More »

Report: Battlefield 3 Tops 1.5 Million Pre-Orders

X360 News | Sep 21, 2011

We still have over a month to go before Battlefield 3 ships, but the game has already surpassed Battlefield: Bad Company 2 in pre-order sales. According to a report, gamers have ordered up more than 1.5 million copies of the shooter, and that number is expected to climb quickly over the next few weeks, with the Battlefield 3 multiplayer beta kicking off on September 29. Read More »

DICE Annouces Battlefield 3 Beta Launch Date

X360 News | Sep 20, 2011

DICE put an end to the speculation this morning, finally announcing that the Battlefield 3 multiplayer beta will begin on September 29 on Windows PCs, Xbox 360, and PlayStation 3, with players going to war on the Operation Metro map in Rush mode. And if you pre-ordered the game on Origin, you'll be getting in on the action early. Flank the jump for details. Read More »

DICE Details Battlefield 3 Multiplayer Game Modes

X360 News | Sep 15, 2011

DICE opened the floodgates today, revealing every multiplayer game mode in Battlefield 3. From player counts to objectives to tweaks and new features, it's all here, and according to the developer, it's enough to make any shooter fan happy. Read More »

Editions

Also known as: BF3

Battlefield 3 (X360)

Release Region: United States
Release Date: October 25, 2011
Publisher: Electronic Arts

ESRB M for Mature Blood, Intense Violence, Strong Language

Battlefield 3 (X360)

Release Region: United Kingdom
Release Date: October 28, 2011
Publisher: Electronic Arts

Battlefield 3 (X360)

Release Region: Australia
Release Date: October 27, 2011
Publisher: Electronic Arts

Battlefield 3 (Limited Edition -- Physical Warfare Pack) (X360)

Release Region: United Kingdom
Release Date: October 28, 2011
Publisher: Electronic Arts

Battlefield 3 (Limited Edition -- Physical Warfare Pack) (X360)

Release Region: Australia
Release Date: October 27, 2011
Publisher: Electronic Arts

Battlefield 3 (Limited Edition) (X360)

Release Region: United States
Release Date: October 25, 2011
Publisher: Electronic Arts

ESRB M for Mature Blood, Intense Violence, Strong Language

Battlefield 3 (Limited Edition) (X360)

Release Region: United Kingdom
Release Date: October 28, 2011
Publisher: Electronic Arts

Battlefield 3 (Limited Edition) (X360)

Release Region: Australia
Release Date: October 27, 2011
Publisher: Electronic Arts

Also available on: PlayStation 3, PC

Features

  • Frostbite 2 -- Battlefield 3 introduces Frostbite 2, the incredible technology that takes animation, destruction, lighting, scale and audio to new heights. Built upon this powerful game engine, Battlefield 3 immerses players physically and emotionally to the world around them like never before.
  • Feel the Battle -- Feel the impact of bullets and explosions, drag your fallen comrades into safety, and mount your weapon on almost any part of the terrain. Battlefield 3's cutting edge animation, spectacular visuals and real as hell battle gameplay attack your senses and make you feel the visceral warriors experience like no other FPS.
  • Unparalleled Vehicle Warfare -- The best online vehicle warfare experience gets even better with a fitting sonic boom as fighter jets headline impressive lineup of land, air and sea vehicles.
  • Urban Combat -- Take the fight to iconic and unexpected places in the USA, Middle East, and Europe including claustrophobic streets, metropolitan downtowns, and open, vehicle-friendly landscapes as you fight your way through the war of tomorrow.

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