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As many of you know, there is a lot of information out on the web (and our site) about Battlefield 3. To keep you from having to search for all of it, this post will be made with the intention of showcasing everything we know about BF3. Link your friends, link your clanmates, stir up some interest. There is information on system specs, maps, weapons, vehicles, you name it. Preorder links are at the bottom.
Enjoy!
eGO will be supporting Battlefield 3. We will have servers and the game will fall under the realm of the Battlefield Division. We will be gauging the interest in BF3 and council will be making the decision as to how many servers, slots, etc. We will inform you as soon as we know.
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First-Hand Impressions from Games-Con: http://bf3blog.com/2011/08/bf3blogs-gamescom-battlefield-3-impressions/
Pictures and such of weapons/vehicles (Listed Below): http://bf3blog.com/
Along with Kunai's insight on the Commo-Rose, here is another straight-to-the-point image.
Origin Account Name Thread: http://www.edge-gamers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=180485
So far only 6 maps have been confirmed for Battlefield 3, Operation Metro (the alpha map), Caspian Border (from the recent gameplay footage) and remakes of popular BF2 maps which will be released for BF3 in a DLC called “Back to Karkand”. You can read more about the maps here. In addition, it has been confirmed that Battlefield 3 will feature 3 different war theaters; Paris, New York and Tehran, although it is uncertain whether that applies to the singleplayer campaign, multiplayer, or both.
Operation Metro
The first Battlefield 3 map to be showcased is Operation Metro, which was playable during E3 2011 and the Alpha. The map features a Rush mode, and is set in Paris, where the battlegrounds range from parks, to city streets, to underground subways. To see more of Operation Metro, check out this video.
Caspian Border
This map was released during the GamesCon BF3 segment, in which co-op mode was also demonstrated. The map shows a wide variety of vehicles, numerous capture points, and a nice combination of forests/fields.
Gulf of Oman
Gulf of Oman will retain much of the same visual style as the Battlefield 2 version, and a very similar desert setting, with both urban areas and more wide-open spaces for tank and jet combat.
Sharqi Peninsula
Sharqui Peninsula was a tight, urban map in Battlefield 2, and it looks to continue that style in Battlefield 3, set during the evening, which provided interesting and warm colors.
Wake Island
Wake Island takes a big departure from the Battlefield 2 version. Instead of lush, tropical visuals, we get a more darker and gritty map which has been ravaged by war and combat.
Strike at Karkand
Strike at Karkand was a dusty, grim map in Battlefield 2 with low visibility and almost no colors besides khaki. The Battlefield 3 version looks a lot more colorful and lifelike, and looks awesome!
Battlefield 3 classes
Battlefield 3 will feature 4 classes (or kits), much like previous Battlefield games. Developer DICE feels this is the sweet spot in terms of accessibility and gameplay. The classes/kits in Battlefield 3 can therefore be expected to be virtually the same as they were in Bad Company 2. The classes in Battlefield 3 were fully revealed during E3 2011.
Assault
The Assault class carries a primary weapon consisting of an assault rifle — like the M4 and AK-47 — and is now merged with the medic class — the Assault class can now heal and revive teammates. It can also function as a more offensive class with ability to swap out the revive kit for a grenade launcher.
The confirmed weapons for the Assault class so far are:
- M16A4 assault rifle for USMC, AEK-971 for Russian side.
- M9 sidearm for USMC, MP-443 for Russian.
- Grenade launcher or defibrillator kit.
The Support class returns to its role it had in Battlefield 2, with its main purpose to provide heavy fire from a Light Machine Gun (like an M249 SAW), and resupply teammates with ammunition. In Battlefield 3, the Support class is broadened with the ability to use lighter weapons and assault rifles like the M4, with several attachments, including a powerful flashlight which has the ability to blind enemies in dark places.
The confirmed weapons of the Assault class so far are:
- M249 SAW for USMC, PKM or RPK for Russian side.
- M9 sidearm for USMC, MP-443 for Russian.
- The ability to use lighter weapons with attachments like the M4 or AK-74U.
- Ammo pack to resupply teammates.
- Ability to mount LMGs on surfaces for greater accuracy.
The Engineer class in Battlefield 3 is very similar to the class in Bad Company 2: its primary role is to engage tanks and armored vehicles with an array of rocket launchers such as the RPG-7 and the AT4, or use anti tank mines. The primary weapon is a carbine rifle, with a variety of unlocks available, ranging from shotguns to sub machine guns.
- Main heavy weapon includes the AT4 for USMC and RPG-7 for Russian side
- Primary weapon is a carbine (like an M4 or AK-74U).
- Rocket launchers can be swapped with anti tank mines.
- Repair tool for repairing friendly vehicles.
- M9 sidearm for USMC, MP-443 for Russian.
The Recon class carries a sniper rifle for long range engagement, but for Battlefield 3, the Recon class has a more active role as well. The Recon also has the ability to call in artillery strikes (expected unlock). Furthermore, the Recon can equip C4 explosives to blow up enemy vehicles or map objectives.
Recon weapons:
- Semi automatic sniper rifle, MK11 for USMC, SVD for Russian side.
- Will have a wide variety of team-play oriented gadgets.
- C4 explosive pack.
- M9 sidearm for USMC, MP-443 for Russian.
Pre-Ordering
Gamestop Battlefield 3 pre-order
GameStop’s pre-order includes the Physical Warfare pack, in addition to the Back To Karkand DLC. If you are part of their PowerUp Rewards, you’ll get a free Prima Battlefield 3 strategy guide as well.
Amazon Battlefield 3 pre-order
If you pre-order on Amazon, you’ll receive an exclusive set of dog tags for multiplayer. On top of that, the pre-order includes the Back To Karkand expansion pack.
Best Buy Battlefield 3 pre-order
Best Buy offers the same Limited Edition version with Back To Karkand, plus a set of new multiplayer skins — the SPECACT Kit. You’ll receive a code to unlock 8 new multiplayer skins when the game is released.
Origin Battlefield 3 pre-order
What You Get By Pre-ordering:
As long as you pre-order Battlefield 3 you will have access to the Back to Karkand expansion pack, Physical Warfare Pack, SPECACT kit upgrade, 5 unique dog tags, and a custom avatar (Xbox 360 only.)
EDIT: Note, this pre-order package is only confirmed for European and American Regions. Please stay updated for your region.
EA UK wrote: Battlefield 3: Back to Karkand
What it is: An entire themed expansion pack the size of Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam.
Where to get: You will be eligible to download this expansion pack (once it is released) if you pre-order Battlefield 3: Limited Edition at any retailer all over the world.
Available: Release date of Back to Karkand TBC. This expansion pack is not on the disc and is not available day one.
Value: At no extra charge with every pre-order of Battlefield 3: Limited Edition. You will be able to buy it separately if you don't pre-order (date and price TBC).
More info: In this blog post. More to come.
Physical Warfare Pack
What it is: A set of three time-based exclusive items and one early weapon unlock for Battlefield 3.
Where to get: At select retailers all over the world when you pre-order Battlefield 3: Limited Edition.
Available: Day 1 if you pre-order. If you do not pre-order, you will get access to this content at no extra charge at a later date.
Value: At no extra charge with your pre-order at select retailers.
More info: In this blog post.
SPECACT Kit Upgrade
What it is: A set of 8 multiplayer skins, one for each class and side in Battlefield 3.
Where to get: At select retailers all over the world when you pre-order Battlefield 3: Limited Edition.
Available: Day 1.
Value: At no extra charge with your pre-order at select retailers.
Dog Tag Pack
What it is: A set of 5 unique in-game dog tags to choose from. Dog tags in Battlefield 3 serve as your in-game signature, displayed on screen every time you defeat an enemy. You can also claim the dog tag of your enemies via skillful stealth knife takedowns. This pre-order exclusive pack gives you 5 unique dog tag designs to complement the standard range in the game.
Where to get: At select retailers all over the world when you pre-order Battlefield 3: Limited Edition.
Available: Day 1.
Value: At no extra charge with your pre-order at select retailers.
Avatar Battlefield 3 Gear
What it is: Battlefield 3 gear for your Xbox 360 avatar.
Where to get: At select retailers all over the world when you pre-order Battlefield 3: Limited Edition.
Available: Day 1.
Value: At no extra charge with your pre-order at select retailers.
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