5/7/2023 0 Comments Battlefield v ps4As a matter of fact, things are constantly blowing up in Battlefield V. Fortifications are useful whether you’re attacking or defending an outpost and, crucially, they can be blown up. Building is quick, it doesn’t cost any resources, and it can make all the difference in a tug-of-war. You can now assist your team by laying down sandbags, razor wire, resupply stations, and other structures in pre-determined locations, regardless of the class you choose. I can’t emphasize enough how much I love the fortification system, which gives Battlefield a newfound rhythm. Battlefield is best known for its outlandish multiplayer moments. Even then, one of the missions - Under No Flag - felt weirdly static to me, despite its open-ended structure. That said, they’re only worth going through once. I appreciate the effort, and DICE’s storytelling has come a long way in recent years. To be clear though, you shouldn’t get Battlefield V for its short prologue and three multi-part story missions (with a fourth segment set to arrive in December). There’s a smattering of decent pick-up-and-play single-player War Stories, including a stealth-centric rebellion mission in Norway in which you can equip and unequip skis at will. Miraculously, every character class is impactful and enjoyable. The maps are generally excellent and promote varied playstyles, from the flowing fields of Arras - an instant classic - to the all-seeing, all-knowing bridge of Twisted Steel. Combat feels deceptively effortless, yet it’s layered enough to generously reward skillful play, thoughtful tactics, and above all, teamwork. Most important of all, the gun handling is fluid. Just looking at launch content, Battlefield V gets a lot right. Part of me hopes DICE circles back to all of the familiar WWII story beats, but even without iconic set-pieces, there’s already a lot to love. It revolves around the era’s lesser-known stories and settings, which can be simultaneously refreshing and a little disappointing, especially for 1942 fans. Also: for better and for worse, the game doesn’t retread familiar ground. Mechanically speaking, it’s some of the best-feeling Battlefield in a long time. Straight away, it’s worth stressing that while Battlefield V is set during WWII, it doesn’t feel antiquated. This stuff is only going to become more prevalent.īattlefield V (PC, PS4, Xbox One) I’m not used to these multi-week release schedules, but I’ll need to acclimate soon. The game doesn’t fully launch until November 20, but there are a couple of ways to play Battlefield V before then, such as EA’s monthly subscription service Origin Access. For alpha and beta testers who got a feel for the heightened focus on squad dynamics and player-built fortifications, it’s… also a surprise! I wasn’t convinced they’d stick the landing. For those folks who wrote DICE off early on, that might come as a surprise. It’s not just a good Battlefield game, it’s a great one. Battlefield V isn’t an across-the-board step up from Battlefield 1, but it nails the essentials.
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