Battlefield 3
HSMagnet
Feb 29, 2012
Singh400, on Feb 29, 2012 - 09:31 PM, said:
I found manually opening my ports on my router helped a lot. Haven't had a random disconnect in ages.
that right there points to the wonderful job DICE/EA does
kingdii
Feb 29, 2012
Today, Gameservers posted on our BF3 accounts:
DICE has confirmed an issue was affecting Battlelog. This has now been resolved and service is functioning normally at this time.
DICE has confirmed an issue was affecting Battlelog. This has now been resolved and service is functioning normally at this time.
HSMagnet
Feb 29, 2012
kingdii, on Feb 29, 2012 - 10:15 PM, said:
Today, Gameservers posted on our BF3 accounts:
DICE has confirmed an issue was affecting Battlelog. This has now been resolved and service is functioning normally at this time.
DICE has confirmed an issue was affecting Battlelog. This has now been resolved and service is functioning normally at this time.
so back to only crappy again?
Singh400
Feb 29, 2012
HSMagnet, on Feb 29, 2012 - 10:11 PM, said:
that right there points to the wonderful job DICE/EA does
xX_Renegade_Xx
Mar 1, 2012
Singh400, on Feb 29, 2012 - 09:31 PM, said:
I found manually opening my ports on my router helped a lot. Haven't had a random disconnect in ages.
Already tried as was many other things, always the same problem, you have been disconnected from EA Online or connection to the server has been lost, if it was a problem with my router I wouldn't have been able to play for 4 days with no issues then all of a sudden it stops working.
It reminded me of the 1.3 patch for BF2 with all the kicks.
I couldn't even play 1 full game yesterday, if I joined a game in progress I might be lucky and finish it depending how many tickets were left when I joined but starting a new game was impossible.
If they had problems with the servers/technical issues then a post sooner to let people know would have helped a lot, as it is I got very angry/frustrated with the game so it was time for it to go.
There is a post on the battlelog forums that was 157 pages last time I checked with over 4,000 replies from other players who are having the same issue with these EA disconnections, the moderators post and say thanks for the feedback but that doesn't really help when that post is continually added too daily, it also affects consoles so it's not platform specific as I've read posts from console players too with the same issue.
I think this will do more damage to EA/Dice in the long term if it's not fixed soon, I own a lot of EA games, steam/origin but I won't be buying any more from them, I'm sure I'll make a huge dent in their sales too
Twiebie
Mar 7, 2012
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EA ROLLS OUT THREE THEMED EXPANSION PACKS FOR MULTI-PLATINUM BATTLEFIELD 3
As fans continue to devour the first Expansion Pack, Battlefield 3: Back to Karkand, DICE announces three new packs that expand the smash hit with new modes, maps and weapons.
The Battlefield™ army is over 12 Million strong and growing every day as Battlefield 3™ and its first expansion, Battlefield 3: Back to Karkand continues to recruit gamers around the world with its dynamic sandbox gameplay and state-of-the-art technology.
DICE demonstrates its ongoing commitment to fans by unveiling three new themed digital expansion packs* that will enhance the superior Battlefield experience with fresh and innovative gameplay, new modes, unique environments and more ways to wage all-out-war on the battlefield. Powered by the Frostbite™ 2 engine, the next expansion packs are: Battlefield 3: Close Quarters in June, Battlefield 3: Armored Kill in the fall, and Battlefield 3: End Game in the winter.
Battlefield 3: Close Quarters
In Battlefield 3: Close Quarters, players are dropped into a frantic, infantry-only theatre of war. Frostbite 2 high definition destruction makes the environment come alive as everything from furniture to plaster gets shot to pieces. Players will feel the intensity of the world exploding around them as rubble and broken pieces pile up on the floor, while tight level design and vertical gameplay create a highly competitive environment.
Battlefield 3: Close Quarters also introduces new weapons, assignments and unique dog tags to bring back to the base game.
Battlefield 3: Armored Kill
Following the tight infantry gameplay of Battlefield 3: Close Quarters, DICE will release Battlefield 3: Armored Kill that ups the ante for vehicular mayhem as only Battlefield can do.
Featuring new driveable tanks, ATVs, mobile artillery and more, Battlefield 3: Armored Kill also delivers huge battlefields for an all-out vehicle assault, including the biggest map in Battlefield history.
Battlefield 3: End Game
The fourth expansion pack will ship in the winter but details remain tightly guarded.
Battlefield 3: Back to Karkand Battlefield 3: Back to Karkand is available now for download for £11.99 or 1200 Microsoft points and features four of the most beloved Battlefield 2™ maps (Strike at Karkand, Gulf of Oman, Wake Island and Sharqi Peninsula), all fully re-imagined utilising the power of the Frostbite 2 engine.
Patrick Bach, Executive Producer, Battlefield 3 said, “Instead of delivering piecemeal map packs, we’re giving players a completely new experience with every themed expansion pack to keep the action fresh. Our expansions are designed to excite our large and active fan base while attracting new recruits with gameplay that is dynamic and unpredictable every time.”
Battlefield 3 is supported by a robust, and completely free social platform called Battlelog that invites players to compete, communicate and play with friends. Gamers track personal stats, compare against other players and join a platoon in an effort to dominate the battlefield. To add to the competitive fervor, a fully integrated rent-a-server program for console players will be available for gamers to play online with friends the way they want to play in either private, public, ranked or unranked matches. For more information about these enhancements and future plans for Battlelog, please visit www.battlefield.com.
Since its launch on Oct. 25, Battlefield 3 has quickly become the fastest selling title in EA’s 20+ year history selling more than 12 Million units since release. Lauded by game critics worldwide for its compelling single player campaign, intense co-op missions and its addictive and world class multiplayer, Battlefield 3 has won more than 120 awards including IGN.com’s “Best Multiplayer Game of 2011.”
As fans continue to devour the first Expansion Pack, Battlefield 3: Back to Karkand, DICE announces three new packs that expand the smash hit with new modes, maps and weapons.
The Battlefield™ army is over 12 Million strong and growing every day as Battlefield 3™ and its first expansion, Battlefield 3: Back to Karkand continues to recruit gamers around the world with its dynamic sandbox gameplay and state-of-the-art technology.
DICE demonstrates its ongoing commitment to fans by unveiling three new themed digital expansion packs* that will enhance the superior Battlefield experience with fresh and innovative gameplay, new modes, unique environments and more ways to wage all-out-war on the battlefield. Powered by the Frostbite™ 2 engine, the next expansion packs are: Battlefield 3: Close Quarters in June, Battlefield 3: Armored Kill in the fall, and Battlefield 3: End Game in the winter.
Battlefield 3: Close Quarters
In Battlefield 3: Close Quarters, players are dropped into a frantic, infantry-only theatre of war. Frostbite 2 high definition destruction makes the environment come alive as everything from furniture to plaster gets shot to pieces. Players will feel the intensity of the world exploding around them as rubble and broken pieces pile up on the floor, while tight level design and vertical gameplay create a highly competitive environment.
Battlefield 3: Close Quarters also introduces new weapons, assignments and unique dog tags to bring back to the base game.
Battlefield 3: Armored Kill
Following the tight infantry gameplay of Battlefield 3: Close Quarters, DICE will release Battlefield 3: Armored Kill that ups the ante for vehicular mayhem as only Battlefield can do.
Featuring new driveable tanks, ATVs, mobile artillery and more, Battlefield 3: Armored Kill also delivers huge battlefields for an all-out vehicle assault, including the biggest map in Battlefield history.
Battlefield 3: End Game
The fourth expansion pack will ship in the winter but details remain tightly guarded.
Battlefield 3: Back to Karkand Battlefield 3: Back to Karkand is available now for download for £11.99 or 1200 Microsoft points and features four of the most beloved Battlefield 2™ maps (Strike at Karkand, Gulf of Oman, Wake Island and Sharqi Peninsula), all fully re-imagined utilising the power of the Frostbite 2 engine.
Patrick Bach, Executive Producer, Battlefield 3 said, “Instead of delivering piecemeal map packs, we’re giving players a completely new experience with every themed expansion pack to keep the action fresh. Our expansions are designed to excite our large and active fan base while attracting new recruits with gameplay that is dynamic and unpredictable every time.”
Battlefield 3 is supported by a robust, and completely free social platform called Battlelog that invites players to compete, communicate and play with friends. Gamers track personal stats, compare against other players and join a platoon in an effort to dominate the battlefield. To add to the competitive fervor, a fully integrated rent-a-server program for console players will be available for gamers to play online with friends the way they want to play in either private, public, ranked or unranked matches. For more information about these enhancements and future plans for Battlelog, please visit www.battlefield.com.
Since its launch on Oct. 25, Battlefield 3 has quickly become the fastest selling title in EA’s 20+ year history selling more than 12 Million units since release. Lauded by game critics worldwide for its compelling single player campaign, intense co-op missions and its addictive and world class multiplayer, Battlefield 3 has won more than 120 awards including IGN.com’s “Best Multiplayer Game of 2011.”
Source: http://www.battlefield.com/uk/battlefield3/blog/3-themed-expansion-packs-for-battlefield-3
Edited by Twiebie, Mar 7, 2012 - 10:17 AM.
LtMatt
Mar 7, 2012
I'm dissapointed with the annoucement. I'd rather have two vehicle maps and two infantry maps rather than four small close quarters maps. June is also a long time away, i hope the patch arrives before then.
Edited by LtMatt, Mar 7, 2012 - 11:33 AM.
Edited by LtMatt, Mar 7, 2012 - 11:33 AM.
MaydaX
Mar 7, 2012
Like pretty much all other FPS paid DLC on PC, they split the community and makes it hard to find populated servers.
It happened with the BF2 booster packs, MoH Hotzone, Crysis 2 DLC, etc etc. Plus many server admins won't run a server that kicks many players for not having the paid DLC. It only worked for B2K as many got it free for pre-ordering.
It happened with the BF2 booster packs, MoH Hotzone, Crysis 2 DLC, etc etc. Plus many server admins won't run a server that kicks many players for not having the paid DLC. It only worked for B2K as many got it free for pre-ordering.
LtMatt
Mar 7, 2012
MaydaX, on Mar 7, 2012 - 11:58 AM, said:
Like pretty much all other FPS paid DLC on PC, they split the community and makes it hard to find populated servers.
It happened with the BF2 booster packs, MoH Hotzone, Crysis 2 DLC, etc etc. Plus many server admins won't run a server that kicks many players for not having the paid DLC. It only worked for B2K as many got it free for pre-ordering.
It happened with the BF2 booster packs, MoH Hotzone, Crysis 2 DLC, etc etc. Plus many server admins won't run a server that kicks many players for not having the paid DLC. It only worked for B2K as many got it free for pre-ordering.
Its a good point you make maydx. Going to have to make some interesting decisions as a server admin when the DLC is released. I can imagine running all maps plus the new DLC will severely affect quick match traffic. I find even now that adding the B2K maps to my server affects quick match traffic. I dread to think what this CQ DLC will do. Bad times.
I would much rather DICE released a balanced map mack. Two infantry maps and two larger vehicle maps. That way there is something for everyone.
Edited by LtMatt, Mar 7, 2012 - 12:58 PM.
LtMatt
Mar 7, 2012
Sorry, but im not finished ranting.
We get a close combat DLC which is 16 players max
So what do us server admins so with servers that support more than 16 players? We either lose half our players or we have to abandon the DLC. Yeah, great choice Dice. Cheers.
EDIT
Check this out. 40 seconds and nowards.
Look at how small that map is.
Edited by LtMatt, Mar 7, 2012 - 12:47 PM.
We get a close combat DLC which is 16 players max
So what do us server admins so with servers that support more than 16 players? We either lose half our players or we have to abandon the DLC. Yeah, great choice Dice. Cheers.
EDIT
Check this out. 40 seconds and nowards.
Look at how small that map is.
Edited by LtMatt, Mar 7, 2012 - 12:47 PM.
GutshotYooper
Mar 7, 2012
Ummm, yay? I don't think I've ever purchased and played a multiplayer game in which I lost interest as fast as I did with BF3. Don't know what it is about it...... In the beginning was PC gaming. On the second day, Skyrim was created. The end.
Jaythegreat1
Mar 7, 2012
Yeah it may be defaulted to 16 players... but I'm sure you can set it to 64. Then you'll have 5 Metro-esque maps. Doesn't that sound grand? /Sarcasm
Singh400
Mar 7, 2012
Jaythegreat1, on Mar 7, 2012 - 01:43 PM, said:
Yeah it may be defaulted to 16 players... but I'm sure you can set it to 64. Then you'll have 5 Metro-esque maps. Doesn't that sound grand? /Sarcasm
Jaythegreat1
Mar 7, 2012
Yeah well Rush was supposed to be 32 players, and TDM was supposed to be 24, and SQDM was supposed to be 8, and we see how that turned out.
LtMatt
Mar 8, 2012
Hello my friendly pbbans users. 
I come bearing gifts. Removed inappropriate remark check this out.
Better Battlelog 1.4
This video explains the changes, and some of the new cool features it adds. For example you can now kit up any gun with attatchments and it will list all the stats of that weapon. Ever wondered how much bullet drop you get on an L85 with a heavy barell? Yes i hear you cry, well this is for you then.
Don't believe me? Well then check out this video
Install these, one by one, restarting your browser as you install them one by one.. After the third link is installed youre good to go.
BB Add-on: http://getbblog.com/en/download
Stylish (Firefox): https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/stylish/
BL Dark Theme: http://userstyles.org/styles/58776/bf3-battlelog-dark-theme-v1-0-8
Also a version for Chrome btw.
Edited by surfy, Mar 12, 2012 - 01:11 PM.
I come bearing gifts. Removed inappropriate remark check this out.
Better Battlelog 1.4
This video explains the changes, and some of the new cool features it adds. For example you can now kit up any gun with attatchments and it will list all the stats of that weapon. Ever wondered how much bullet drop you get on an L85 with a heavy barell? Yes i hear you cry, well this is for you then.
Don't believe me? Well then check out this video
Install these, one by one, restarting your browser as you install them one by one.. After the third link is installed youre good to go.
BB Add-on: http://getbblog.com/en/download
Stylish (Firefox): https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/stylish/
BL Dark Theme: http://userstyles.org/styles/58776/bf3-battlelog-dark-theme-v1-0-8
Also a version for Chrome btw.
Edited by surfy, Mar 12, 2012 - 01:11 PM.
LtMatt
Mar 11, 2012
Vector images of two of the maps from the up and coming 'close quarters' DLC.
Operation hallway looks like a lot of fun.
Almost forgot Operation Phone Home
Edited by LtMatt, Mar 11, 2012 - 12:24 PM.
Operation hallway looks like a lot of fun.
Almost forgot Operation Phone Home
Edited by LtMatt, Mar 11, 2012 - 12:24 PM.
