first-person shooter
Battlefield 3
By DICE, released 1 Jan 2011
- Microsoft Windows
- PlayStation 3
What it is
Battlefield 3 is a 2011 first-person shooter from DICE, published by Electronic Arts. Its multiplayer offers 29 maps, destructible environments, vehicles, weapons and gadgets. Four classes—Assault, Engineer, Support and Recon—have distinct specialties, with teamwork framed as key to victory. Players can use vehicles ranging from tanks and buggies to helicopters and jets. Battles award Ranks, Ribbons and Medals, alongside unlockables such as equipment and vehicle upgrades. Steam features include single-player, multiplayer, online PvP, achievements, full controller support and Trading Cards. The listed platforms are Windows and PlayStation 3, while the Steam listing is Windows. The Premium Edition is described as including the game and five expansion packs, with 20 additional maps, 20 weapons, 10 vehicles and four modes, as well as a head-start kit. The game’s Steam release date is June 11, 2020.
What players like, and what they don't
- Four classes have distinct specialties.
- Multiplayer includes 29 maps.
- Players can use tanks, helicopters and jets.
- Full controller support is listed on Steam.
- Steam platform listing is Windows only.
- The listed game platforms are Windows and PlayStation 3.
- The 2011 game has a listed 2020 Steam release.
Who it suits
It suits players looking for class-based team combat, online PvP and vehicle-heavy battles. The Premium Edition details may interest players seeking its expansion packs and extra multiplayer content.
Battlefield 3 combines class-based multiplayer with vehicles, unlockable equipment and destructible settings. Its Premium Edition adds expansion packs, maps, weapons, vehicles and modes.
