Gamespot gives BFBC2 for the PC a 9.0! Discuss...

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Sounds great! Took ya long enough...

What would you rate it?

I would give it upwards of a 9.5. Great game.

Its not 9 material, its more like a 7.04dcarraher

I'm wondering how on Earth it didn't get the "technically proficient graphics" emblem... agree with me or not, but that game definitely comes into competition with games like Crysis. Looking at the textures on the grounds of the jungles brilliantly displays leaves and shrubs, each line of woven cloth is evident on the uniforms for a soldier. Explosions are... beautiful. This is quite fairly the most beautiful game I have seen. And the best part is, I can run it on maximum settings on DX10, even with 4x AA on, achieving always 45+ FPS unless at a massive conflict of explosions. I have yet to write my review on it, but I've finished the campaign and put a solid four or five hours, if not a bit more into the multiplayer. Can't get off of this thing.. (although there are some connectivity issues with EA servers specifically)NewbAmoeba

So much reminds me of Crysis in the graphics dept. for this game. I think it looks spectacular and actually plays smoother for me than Crysis. Some minor problems with the game but I hope they will be patched soon.

I'm wondering how on Earth it didn't get the "technically proficient graphics" emblem... agree with me or not, but that game definitely comes into competition with games like Crysis. Looking at the textures on the grounds of the jungles brilliantly displays leaves and shrubs, each line of woven cloth is evident on the uniforms for a soldier. Explosions are... beautiful. This is quite fairly the most beautiful game I have seen. And the best part is, I can run it on maximum settings on DX10, even with 4x AA on, achieving always 45+ FPS unless at a massive conflict of explosions. I have yet to write my review on it, but I've finished the campaign and put a solid four or five hours, if not a bit more into the multiplayer. Can't get off of this thing.. (although there are some connectivity issues with EA servers specifically)NewbAmoeba

The visual styIe really reminds me of Cryengine 2. Looks about the same as Crysis on all High settings with a few differences, but the similarities are there. It also runs incredibly well considering how good it looks.

[QUOTE="NewbAmoeba"]I'm wondering how on Earth it didn't get the "technically proficient graphics" emblem... agree with me or not, but that game definitely comes into competition with games like Crysis. Looking at the textures on the grounds of the jungles brilliantly displays leaves and shrubs, each line of woven cloth is evident on the uniforms for a soldier. Explosions are... beautiful. This is quite fairly the most beautiful game I have seen. And the best part is, I can run it on maximum settings on DX10, even with 4x AA on, achieving always 45+ FPS unless at a massive conflict of explosions. I have yet to write my review on it, but I've finished the campaign and put a solid four or five hours, if not a bit more into the multiplayer. Can't get off of this thing.. (although there are some connectivity issues with EA servers specifically)with_teeth26

The visual styIe really reminds me of Cryengine 2. Looks about the same as Crysis on all High settings with a few differences, but the similarities are there. It also runs incredibly well considering how good it looks.

The game is sick, it deserves the good reviews. The graphics are a step up when compared to the console counterparts. Once all the connectivity issues are fixed out, I'd say good job DICE.

A good score for a good game.

Disappointed that they didn't add much (nothing) to the review, just a copy from the 360. Graphic-wise it's okay, character models are great and explosion effects are nice, though i would say it ain't nearly as good looking as I thought it would be.

Disappointed that they didn't add much (nothing) to the review, just a copy from the 360.

Masculus

It's a wonder that they haven't completely worn out the find-and-replace functions in their word processors by now. I especially like the changes they made in this paragraph:

From the 360 review:

"In addition to the rich audio clues, you can use the unique spotting mechanic to increase your team's battlefield awareness. By getting an enemy in your sights and tapping a button, you put a temporary marker over his head that your whole team can see. It's a simple yet potent move that is immensely helpful to your team, and if it leads to his death, you'll get a nice little point bonus for your troubles."

From the PC review:

"In addition to the rich audio clues, you can use the unique spotting mechanic to increase your team's battlefield awareness. By getting an enemy in your sights and tapping a key, you put a temporary marker over his head that your whole team can see. It's a simple yet potent move that is immensely helpful to your team, and if it leads to his death, you'll get a nice little point bonus for your troubles."

See? Irrefutable proof that they actually played the PC version! And you thought Gamespot didn't care.

I would give it a 9.5. Absolutely fantastic multiplayer. Makes Modern Warfare feel so sterile in comparison.

This game really deserve 9 in my score . good game really .

I'd add another 0.5 because the sound design in the game is outstanding and the multiplayer squad combat is awesome.

I'm wondering how on Earth it didn't get the "technically proficient graphics" emblem... agree with me or not, but that game definitely comes into competition with games like Crysis. Looking at the textures on the grounds of the jungles brilliantly displays leaves and shrubs, each line of woven cloth is evident on the uniforms for a soldier. Explosions are... beautiful. This is quite fairly the most beautiful game I have seen. And the best part is, I can run it on maximum settings on DX10, even with 4x AA on, achieving always 45+ FPS unless at a massive conflict of explosions. I have yet to write my review on it, but I've finished the campaign and put a solid four or five hours, if not a bit more into the multiplayer. Can't get off of this thing.. (although there are some connectivity issues with EA servers specifically)NewbAmoeba

The environment is a lot more static and the physics are much inferior to Red Faction, that's why. Nice particle effects though.

[QUOTE="NewbAmoeba"]I'm wondering how on Earth it didn't get the "technically proficient graphics" emblem... agree with me or not, but that game definitely comes into competition with games like Crysis. Looking at the textures on the grounds of the jungles brilliantly displays leaves and shrubs, each line of woven cloth is evident on the uniforms for a soldier. Explosions are... beautiful. This is quite fairly the most beautiful game I have seen. And the best part is, I can run it on maximum settings on DX10, even with 4x AA on, achieving always 45+ FPS unless at a massive conflict of explosions. I have yet to write my review on it, but I've finished the campaign and put a solid four or five hours, if not a bit more into the multiplayer. Can't get off of this thing.. (although there are some connectivity issues with EA servers specifically)Baranga

The environment is a lot more static and the physics are much inferior to Red Faction, that's why. Nice particle effects though.

I think the physics are actually better in some ways to Red Faction...at least more believable. Red Faction is really cool, but I think Yatzi nailed it when he said all the buildings much have been made out of styrofoam and biscuits :P

I would give it upwards of a 9.5. Great game.

psn8214

A straight score! I was waiting for it to score just 0.5 points more than Call of Duty. Although it may have deserved a lil' bit more because the game's just flawless in every aspect. I ahven't played such a great war adventure since looong time. My shooter hunger is being satisfyed eventually.

[QUOTE="Baranga"]

[QUOTE="NewbAmoeba"]I'm wondering how on Earth it didn't get the "technically proficient graphics" emblem... agree with me or not, but that game definitely comes into competition with games like Crysis. Looking at the textures on the grounds of the jungles brilliantly displays leaves and shrubs, each line of woven cloth is evident on the uniforms for a soldier. Explosions are... beautiful. This is quite fairly the most beautiful game I have seen. And the best part is, I can run it on maximum settings on DX10, even with 4x AA on, achieving always 45+ FPS unless at a massive conflict of explosions. I have yet to write my review on it, but I've finished the campaign and put a solid four or five hours, if not a bit more into the multiplayer. Can't get off of this thing.. (although there are some connectivity issues with EA servers specifically)Renevent42

The environment is a lot more static and the physics are much inferior to Red Faction, that's why. Nice particle effects though.

I think the physics are actually better in some ways to Red Faction...at least more believable. Red Faction is really cool, but I think Yatzi nailed it when he said all the buildings much have been made out of styrofoam and biscuits :P

Prefab materials... Yahtzee didn't seem to notice that the hammers are explained to multiply the force of the hit.

I haven't played too much BC2, I tried the beta and played through three SP levels (the opening, a snow and a desert level). The explosions just leave holes in the geometry, with very few actual debris. It's like the first GeoMod in the original Red Faction, except that they hide it behind huge clouds of dust. And it's obvious that they swap models when the buildings crumble.

It's not bad by any means, it's just technically inferior to RFG. On the other hand, there are more things to destroy in BC. I don't doubt that Frostbite can do a lot more than it's displayed in Bad Company. I'm sure they focused on performance and took many shortcuts. RFG is a SP-centric game and the destruction is just brutal.

[QUOTE="Renevent42"]

[QUOTE="Baranga"]

The environment is a lot more static and the physics are much inferior to Red Faction, that's why. Nice particle effects though.

Baranga

I think the physics are actually better in some ways to Red Faction...at least more believable. Red Faction is really cool, but I think Yatzi nailed it when he said all the buildings much have been made out of styrofoam and biscuits :P

Prefab materials... Yahtzee didn't seem to notice that the hammers are explained to multiply the force of the hit.

I haven't played too much BC2, I tried the beta and played through three SP levels (the opening, a snow and a desert level). The explosions just leave holes in the geometry, with very few actual debris. It's like the first GeoMod in the original Red Faction, except that they hide it behind huge clouds of dust. And it's obvious that they swap models when the buildings crumble.

It's not bad by any means, it's just technically inferior to RFG. On the other hand, there are more things to destroy in BC. I don't doubt that Frostbite can do a lot more than it's displayed in Bad Company. I'm sure they focused on performance and took many shortcuts. RFG is a SP-centric game and the destruction is just brutal.

[QUOTE="Masculus"]

Disappointed that they didn't add much (nothing) to the review, just a copy from the 360.

dos4gw82

It's a wonder that they haven't completely worn out the find-and-replace functions in their word processors by now. I especially like the changes they made in this paragraph:

From the 360 review:

"In addition to the rich audio clues, you can use the unique spotting mechanic to increase your team's battlefield awareness. By getting an enemy in your sights and tapping a button, you put a temporary marker over his head that your whole team can see. It's a simple yet potent move that is immensely helpful to your team, and if it leads to his death, you'll get a nice little point bonus for your troubles."

From the PC review:

"In addition to the rich audio clues, you can use the unique spotting mechanic to increase your team's battlefield awareness. By getting an enemy in your sights and tapping a key, you put a temporary marker over his head that your whole team can see. It's a simple yet potent move that is immensely helpful to your team, and if it leads to his death, you'll get a nice little point bonus for your troubles."

See? Irrefutable proof that they actually played the PC version! And you thought Gamespot didn't care.

Hehe, lol! :P

When the game is working it deserves that score or better. Stinking server issues and now I only get a black screen with the mouse cursor when I try to start the game. I've gone from annoyed to aggravated only because I know how damn fun this game is.

Awsome game makes modernwarfare 2 pale into insignificance. Got my own server too :) RedDanDoc

Your own server?! Nice man.

this is the funnest game I have played in a long, long time

9.0 is appropriate. If the singleplayer was longer and more interesting, it'd be a 9.5

Is it that good, I want to hear someone that played BF2, 2142, and/or original 42 on this. I felt mw2 was **** dont want to chance another console port.

Is it that good, I want to hear someone that played BF2, 2142, and/or original 42 on this. I felt mw2 was **** dont want to chance another console port.

Bikouchu35

having played all those games, I feel BC2 is the best in the entire series. I really liked 2142, though

Is it that good, I want to hear someone that played BF2, 2142, and/or original 42 on this. I felt mw2 was **** dont want to chance another console port.

Bikouchu35

I can't wait to play it -- unfortunately, my moneyz is going towards other things. I'll wait till Steam does an amazing deal on it.Stevo_the_gamer

Be prepared to wait a very very long time. MW2 has had maybe 2 sales and the price dropped only $10 those times i think.

Is it that good, I want to hear someone that played BF2, 2142, and/or original 42 on this. I felt mw2 was **** dont want to chance another console port.

Bikouchu35

Not as good as BF2 since it's basically a console port but it is still damn fun to play on PC.

I agree with the score 100%, its a 9/10 imo.

Its deserves 9.5 for War Tapes alone.

I woudl give this game a 4.0 due it's lack of preparation by EA and DICE. This game has the most horrible online experience EVER. The gameplay is terrible, and you can't connect half of the time.

definitely 9.0 material. could definitely be a 9.5 if it was more polished.

Lots of people are quick to dismiss the countless bugs and issues the game has.

Lots of people are quick to dismiss the countless bugs and issues the game has.

-Unreal-

Because this game is their only hope. Its all theyve got. And thats why they ignore and deny all problems. If someone points out something bad, theyll find the most ridiculous way to turn it into something good. Or theyll use the typical fanboy argument "I like it that way" or "Doesnt bother me". Uh huh. Right.

The one thing I hate seeing the most is when fanboys say "The games only been out for a few days. Wait for some patches." Oh, so games arent supposed to be complete and retail quality when theyre released? God I hate fanboys.

Look this game is great. But dont be a little fanboy prancing around acting like it doesnt have its faults.

I'm really not understanding peoples talk on "it has bugs blah blah". Um all pc games these days (possibly outside blizzard maybe) comes out with a ton of small problems . Thats the nature of PC games these days. Add to that its developed by EA. The expectation is that it will be a buggy for a bit just by it being under the EA banner. I have need for speed shift, tiberian wars, dragon age and saboteur. All of switch have had bugs galore in its first month of release. The good thing for me is that bad company 2 bugs aren't that bad for me in comparison to other EA games in the past. EA has come a long way these days in getting things a bit better on that but they still have a long way to go.

As a pc purist I do understand that people want a game released without any substantial bugs but its the nature of the times these days. Outside of blizzard who in history takes ample time and preparation, all other companies get there games out fast with problems. I've learned to just deal with it. Still not a good thing that happened but we are now years into this loop of this so i've just learned to adjust.

Now to bad company 2. I finally got it on wednesday. I never got the beta and bought my game through steam. I have not run into any connection problems as of yet. Everything worked out of the gate. My only complaint is that they really need to add a forced team balance. Nothing better then a 16 v 16 then 8 players decided to switch in battle to the other side so it becomes 8 v 24 LOL. Single player is a bit bland but to me single player is a plus. As I've been a battlefield fan for a while, I know that single player is late new edition to the battlefield genre of games. Graphically the game is amazing optimized for me. I didn't expect to be playing on servers maxxed out on everything and still get great fps. (high everything and x8 anti aliasing). There are still some things to get fixed but overall I give this game a 8.5-9 easily. If i'm putting up a "gamespot score" it would easily be a 10 as gamespot is known to overlook all problems.

[QUOTE="-Unreal-"]

Lots of people are quick to dismiss the countless bugs and issues the game has.

CZVA

Because this game is their only hope. Its all theyve got. And thats why they ignore and deny all problems. If someone points out something bad, theyll find the most ridiculous way to turn it into something good. Or theyll use the typical fanboy argument "I like it that way" or "Doesnt bother me". Uh huh. Right.

The one thing I hate seeing the most is when fanboys say "The games only been out for a few days. Wait for some patches." Oh, so games arent supposed to be complete and retail quality when theyre released? God I hate fanboys.

Look this game is great. But dont be a little fanboy prancing around acting like it doesnt have its faults.

EXACTLY THIS!!! Even in beta people would say "It's only in beta" when the game was due to come out in 2 weeks and they knew that wasn't enough time to fix everything. BC2 has the worst fanboys I've seen in a long time...