When it comes to virtual battlefields, nobody does it quite like the
Battlefield series. It has a long history of creating sprawling conflict
zones where players have an exhilarating range of ways to make powerful
contributions to the war effort. The competitive multiplayer mode in
Battlefield 3 stays true to tradition, delivering an online combat
experience that is amazingly addictive, immersive, and exciting, with
refinements and new elements that make the familiar action feel fresh.
Unfortunately, the stale single-player campaign fails to capitalize on
the strengths of the series and feels like an off-brand imitation. The
six cooperative missions fare better and offer a tougher challenge, but
only the competitive multiplayer provides a compelling reason to buy
Battlefield 3. With online battles this excellent, though, that reason
is all you need.
