Battlefield 4 - In stores now

SYDNEY, Australia. – October 31, 2013 – DICE, an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) studio, today announced that Battlefield 4™ is now available in retail stores for the Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and PC, as well as a digital download on Origin™. Powered by the advanced technology of DICE’s proprietary Frostbite™ 3 engine, gamers will experience the all-out-war and epic moments possible only in Battlefield 4. The game lets players wage war across land, air and sea with unparalleled vehicular combat, dynamic environments and a new level of destruction. Players will also be able to transfer their multiplayer stats at launch of the next-gen consoles so they can hit the ground running.  

Winner of more than 30 industry awards, Battlefield 4 has been praised as “glorious chaos” by GameSpot while Yahoo! Games states it “looks amazing and packs innovative multiplayer enhancements.” With its award-winning, best-in-class multiplayer, Battlefield 4 delivers the bleeding edge of interactive technology and gaming. Battlefield 4 has received a 9.4 from AusGamers, 9.0 from NZ Gamer, 8.75 from Game Informer Magazine and 8.5 from IGN.com.

Battlefield 4 features an engaging single-player campaign and epic multiplayer online action. In the single-player, Battlefield 4 puts players in the boots of U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Daniel Recker, member of the Tombstone squad. The world is on the brink of chaos, China is the tinderbox and the player is the inadvertent spark that could ignite a global conflict. Navigating the turmoil around them as they fight to save the final hope for peace between U.S., Russia and China, players will engage in combat on foot and by operating land, sea and air units.

In multiplayer, Battlefield 4 offers a wide range of unique experiences. The varied and distinct maps, thrilling game modes and dynamic destruction ensure that no two games will be the same. Battlefield 4 players engage in close quarters squad-based combat and in vast battles commandeering tanks, jeeps, jets, helicopters and naval units. Whether in a jet dogfighting the opposing team or onboard an attack boat in a joint strike with squad mates, the freedom of choice is always present in Battlefield 4 multiplayer. Players will lead their team to victory by running and gunning at the frontlines, locating the perfect sniping position, or repairing critically damaged vehicles. Battlefield 4 lets players be more and do more on the battlefield to deliver an entertainment experience that is unrivalled.

Fans looking to get the most out of their time on the battlefield can also join Battlefield 4 Premium. As Battlefield 4 Premium members gamers will receive themed digital expansion packs, two-week early access to each pack, plus additional content and new updates every week for only $50** Battlefield 4 Premium includes the five expansions Battlefield 4 China Rising, Battlefield 4 Second Assault***, Battlefield 4 Naval Strike, Battlefield 4 Dragon’s Teethand Battlefield 4 Final Stand. Fans that purchase Battlefield 4 Premium on current-gen consoles will also carry their membership forward on next-gen platforms.

In addition to current gen consoles and PC, Battlefield 4 will also be available for the PlayStation®4 starting November 29 in Australia and New Zealand, and for Xbox One®, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft starting November 22 in Australia and New Zealand.

To join the conversation on Battlefield 4, please visit http://www.facebook.com/battlefield, follow us on Twitter® at www.twitter.com/battlefield and #BF4, or sign up for the officialBattlefield newsletter at www.battlefield.com. To order Battlefield 4 on Origin, visitwww.origin.com. 

** See http://www.battlefield.com/au/battlefield-4/premium for details.
*** Available first on Xbox One

Battlefield 4: Official Multiplayer Launch Trailer

Battlefield 4 - PC & PS4 review

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Battlefield 4

Battlefield 4: Official Single Player Story Trailer

Battlefield 4 - Anthem TV Commercial

This is Battlefield 4 Multiplayer

Battlefield 4 beta dates are announced

Have you pre-ordered Battlefield 4? Are you a beta gamer? Then you shall be happy that the dates for the Battlefield 4 beta have been announced.

How to Join:	Join the Beta on:
Pre-order the Battlefield 4 Digital Deluxe Edition	October 1*
Battlefield 3 Premium member	October 1*
Registered owner of Medal of Honor Warfighter Limited Edition or Digital Deluxe Edition	October 1*
Open to all Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC players. Download from Xbox Live, PSN and Origin.com.	October 4*

*Date subject to change.

Check out the full post over on the Battlelog for more

Battlefield 4: Levolution Features Video

Battlefield 4 Premium in video form

For PC gamers, the premium add on will cost $59.95 and for console gamers its $69.95

Battlefield 4: Paracel Storm Multiplayer Trailer

EA AND DICE REVEAL BATTLEFIELD 4 PREMIUM

 

Sydney, Australia. – Aug. 21, 2013 – DICE, an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) studio, today announced Battlefield 4™ Premium, an exclusive membership for Battlefield™ fans that provides a wealth of new content to keep the action going all year long. Battlefield 4 Premium members will receive five themed digital expansion packs: Battlefield 4 China Rising, Battlefield 4 Second Assault, Battlefield 4 Naval Strike, Battlefield 4 Dragon’s Teethand Battlefield 4 Final Stand; and will also be granted two-weeks early access* to each. WithBattlefield 4 Premium, DICE will serve up weekly content and unique personalization options so players can dominate the battlefield in style.

“Fan reaction to Battlefield 3 Premium has been nothing short of amazing. We are humbled to see more than 4 million people join in,” said Patrick Bach, Executive Producer, Battlefield 4.“With Battlefield 4 Premium we continue to roll out the red carpet, treating our fans like VIPs with a massive amount of new gameplay, exclusive new content and even more benefits at an incredible value.”

Battlefield 4 Premium membership includes five digital expansion packs** featuring new multiplayer maps and in-game content:

o Battlefield 4 Second Assault – Includes four fan-favorite Battlefield 3™ maps now re-imagined with the power of Frostbite™ 3. Available first on Xbox One.

o Battlefield 4 China Rising – Players fight for dominance across the vast and majestic Chinese mainland. Available December 2013.

o Battlefield 4 Naval Strike – Experience dynamic ocean combat as the Chinese armada takes the fight to the sea. Available Autumn 2014.

o Battlefield 4 Dragon’s Teeth – The US strikes back engaging in all-out urban warfare. Available Winter 2014.

o Battlefield 4 Final Stand – Bring the war to its epic conclusion. Available Winter 2014.

 

• Two-weeks early access to all expansion packs for that competitive edge
• Unique personalization options including camos, paints, emblems, dogtags and more
• Priority position in server queues 
• New content every week
• 12 bonus Battlefield 4 Battlepacks
• Transfer Battlefield 4 Premium membership from Xbox 360 to Xbox One and PlayStation 3 to PlayStation 4


Battlefield 4 Battlepacks add an all-new layer of persistence and an exciting element of chance to the multiplayer progression system in Battlefield 4. Through the course of a player’s multiplayer career, they will receive packs containing random combinations of new camos, dog tags, knives, XP boosts, and gun attachments. In addition to what players will earn in-game through normal play, Battlefield 4 Premium members will receive the 12 bonusBattlefield 4 Battlepacks.

DICE also announced today the Battlefield 4 multiplayer beta*** will start in early October and will be exclusive for Battlefield 3 Premium owners, those that pre-ordered Battlefield 4 Digital Deluxe, and owners of Medal of Honor Warfighter Digital Deluxe and Medal of Honor Warfighter Limited Edition for three days. Following that, DICE will host an open beta for all gamers worldwide and will feature the Siege of Shanghai map on the popular Conquest mode. Players will experience the next level of all-out warfare with a new design concept called Levolution, which creates a dynamic environment that reacts to the player’s every move to ensure no two games are alike. The Battlefield 4 multiplayer beta will be available for the Xbox 360® games and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and PC.

Battlefield 4 will be available October 31 for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC. Battlefield 4will also be available for Xbox One®, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and the PlayStation®4 at a later date. All owners of Battlefield 4 will be able to bring their gameplay stats from the Xbox 360 to Xbox One and from the PlayStation 3 to PlayStation 4. Battlefield 4 Premium membership will also be transferrable.

To join the conversation on Battlefield 4, please visit http://www.facebook.com/battlefield, follow us on Twitter® at www.twitter.com/battlefield and #BF4, or sign up for the official Battlefield newsletter at www.battlefield.com/au

DICE Makes It Easy to Upgrade to Next-Gen Consoles

This holiday, DICE will unwrap the next generation of all-out warfare with Battlefield 4 for Xbox One and PlayStation 4. That means best-in-class multiplayer is coming to consoles, with huge 64-player battles running at a smooth 60 frames-per-second.

Whether you are playing on Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3, we want to make your transition to next generation consoles easy. That is why today we are informing the devoted Battlefield community that all the time and effort you spend building up your Battlefield 4 stats will carry over when you upgrade from the Xbox 360 to Xbox One and from the PlayStation 3 to PlayStation 4.

That way, on October 31, you can get in the game without any worries that you will have to start ranking up all over again when the next generation consoles launch. We got your back.

Today we also wanted to inform the community that DICE is promising to keep the action going all year long with the return of Premium membership for Battlefield 4. With membership, players can expect themed digital expansion packs, new weekly content and personalisation options. And just as your stats, unlocks and rank will be transferrable from current-gen to Xbox One and PlayStation 4, so too will Battlefield 4 Premium membership.

Tune into EA’s 2013 gamescom press conference (www.ea.com/gamescom) on August 20 at 10:00am ET (August 20 at 6.00pm AEST) for a first look at Battlefield 4 Premium content. You’ll also get the scoop on an all-new Battlefield 4 multiplayer mode and map as well as Need For Speed Rivals, Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare, FIFA 14, EA SPORTS UFC, Command & Conquer, the unveil of The Sims 4 and more!

Battlefield 4 Character and Environment Artwork

 

STAY CONNECTED TO BATTLEFIELD 4 WITH BATTLELOG

The most advanced installment of Battlelog is set to deliver a new level of social integration that enhances the overall Battlefield 4™ experience. This superior gaming companion connects the Battlefield™ community from multiple devices by giving gamers a unique tool that provides a deeper and richer network inside and outside the game. 

 

Battlelog features a range of enhanced features, including:

 

• Anytime, Anywhere – No matter where players go, Battlefield is always at their fingertips. Whether they’re heading home on the bus, taking a lunch break at work or lounging on the couch, players can log into Battlelog and check out their stats, interact with friends and much more from their smartphone, tablet, browser or directly through their console. 

 

• Battlescreen – Battlelog is now more seamless, offering a coherent second-screen experience to give players the chance to better enhance their game. Whether it’s highlighting attack points on the mini map, keeping track of squad members or playing as the team’s Commander, every move made in Battlelog reflects directly back to the game in real-time.

 

• Real-Time Load Outs – Gamers can now switch their weapons, change their load outs and check their progression at any time, all with real-time results in-game. Players can also select servers or even launch a match from their devices, making the transition between game sessions easier.

 

• Missions – Want to find out who is the best tank destroyer is or who can capture the most bases? A brand-new feature called Missions will allow players to custom create challenges for their friends to compete. Battlelog will also notify players when they have been kicked out of the number one spot so they won’t miss a beat to boot back up and fight for the title.  

 

• Geo Leaderboards – Battlelog is introducing targeted, geo-localized leaderboards that will allow players to not only compete with everyone in the Battlefield community, but with people in their city, in their country or on their continent. This is a great way for gamers to rank up while making new friends, or even adversaries, on the battlefield. 

 

 

Powered by the advanced Frostbite™ 3 engine, Battlefield 4 delivers a genre-defining all-out war experience that is brought to life with unmatched visual and audio fidelity, superior character animations and dynamic destruction that ensures no two matches are alike. Battlefield 4 will be available October 31 for the Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and PC. Battlefield 4 will also be available for the Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft and thePlayStation®4 computer entertainment system.

 

Become a Battlefield 4 fan on Facebook® at http://www.facebook.com/battlefield or follow the game on Twitter® at www.twitter.com/battlefield using #BF4. For more information on Battlefield 4, sign up for the official newsletter at www.battlefield.com/au.

Take Battlefield 4 with you in any form you choose

Sydney, Australia – July 16, 2013 – The Battlefield™ brand continues to demonstrate explosive growth as DICE, an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) studio, today announced a full slate of unique Battlefield-branded products for fans to enjoy. In anticipation of theBattlefield 4™ launch on October 31, DICE has hand- selected strategic licensing partners that will bring the beloved Battlefield brand to new retail sectors and new demographics this holiday. These category leaders give gamers a chance to engage with the Battlefield brand in new ways and further develop the profile of Battlefield in pop culture.

Last years range of Battlefield 3 gear

With a range of Battlefield 4 items, players will be able to create a deeper connection with this award-winning title.  Licensed products include a Battlefield 4 novel written by esteemed author Peter Grimsdale that provides backstory about the game’s heroic squad, a high-end art book that dives deeper into the imagery of Battlefield 4 and a range of Battlefield 4 gaming peripherals to help you feel the intensity of the battlefield. The full list of products in the officially licensed Battlefield 4 collection are:

1. Orion Publishing Group Battlefield 4 novel written by Peter Grimsdale

2. Titan Books Battlefield 4 art book in Standard and Limited Editions

3. Razer performance PC gaming peripherals and accessories, including mice, keyboards, headsets, messengers bags, and iPhone® cases

4. PDP performance Xbox 360 and PS3 controllers

5. Qpad premium PC mouse mats

6. Jinx clothing apparel and accessories including t-shirts, hoodies, hats, key chains and dog tags

7. Prima Games Standard and Collection Edition strategy guides

8. Cook & Becker Battlefield 4 artwork

9. Walls360 Battlefield 4 wall graphics

10. BigBen Interactive mobile device and tablet cases

Winner of more than 20 critic awards at E3 2013 including Best of Show from GameSpot.com, Battlefield 4 offers players a glimpse into the future of interactive entertainment. Powered by the advanced technology of DICE’s proprietary Frostbite™ 3 engine, Battlefield 4 will deliver a new era of first-person action, from a cinematic single player experience with dramatic, Hollywood acting performances to a multiplayer offering that will usher in the next generation of online warfare. Battlefield 4 multiplayer introduces key innovations including Levolution, where a dynamic environment reacts to the player’s every move to ensure no two games will ever be the same. Players will also see the return of Commander Mode, a tug-of-war between two opposing players with a birds-eye view of the battlefield as they provide critical intelligence and powerful assets to their troops below.Battlefield 4 multiplayer will also feature epic 64-player battles running at a smooth 60 frames-per-second on Xbox One®, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation®4 and PC.

Battlefield 4 will be available October 31 for the Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and PC. Battlefield 4will also be available for Xbox One® and the PlayStation 4.

To find out more about Battlefield 4 please visit http://www.battlefield.com/au. To join the conversation on Battlefield 4, please visit http://www.facebook.com/battlefield, follow us on Twitter® at www.twitter.com/battlefield and #BF4, or sign up for the official Battlefield newsletter at www.battlefield.com. 

Battlefield 4: Official Frostbite 3 Feature Video

E3 2013 - Battlefield 4 Hands on and more game details

Given the increased focus on naval combat, DICE is making sure you aren't a sitting duck if you lose your sea vessel or parachute into a body of water. Soldiers can now swim sprint, use sidearms in the water, hit the crounch button to dive underneath the surface of the water, and even deploy C4 to take out boats.

See all the new features here

E3 2013 - EA Press Conference Wrap Up

So earlier today, EA presented The Download, showcasing there games coming out for the next generation of consoles.

EA started off by teasing people with Battlefield 4 Plants Vs. Zombies Garden Warfare, a 3rd person team shooter game.

After what was a really bad ending they moved onto Need for Speed Rivals

Yet another game that seems to be slightly tweaked from previous years, then a very short teaser for a game most people assumed was coming. Star Wars Battlefront

After that, EA showed off a game that most people wanted to see at least 12 months ago. Dragon Age Inquisition.

EA then launched into their barrage of sports games. Where they were quite odd, in that they talked so much about the games, but showed hardly anything of the games. 

Finally after that EA showed off Battlefield 4. In full 64 player awesomeness with Commander mode.

EA then ended the show with a game that I honestly can't believe they are making, but I am so happy they are. Mirrors Edge, this game is not a sequel but a prequel game set before the first game. 

EA REVEALS BATTLEFIELD 4 MULTIPLAYER -- THE NEXT GENERATION OF ONLINE WARFARE

Sydney, Australia – June 11, 2013 – DICE, a studio of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA), today demonstrated the next generation of Battlefield 4™ at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los Angeles, California. DICE showcased “Angry Sea,” a stunning single-player demo at the Microsoft media briefing, “Xbox: A New Generation of Games Revealed.” DICE also debuted “Siege of Shanghai,” a spectacular 64-person multiplayer match at “The Download: EA 2013 Preview” press conference. Both software demos were running at a silky smooth 60-frames per second, even while rendering massive maps, vehicles and infantry, environmental effects and dynamic destruction. Gamers can tune into a live stream ofBattlefield 4 multiplayer direct from the EA E3 show floor at: http://www.battlefield.com/au.
     

DICE also revealed two notable innovations in multiplayer: a game-changer calledLevolution, and the return of the fan-favorite Commander Mode. Levolution creates a dynamic and emergent battlefield where gamers can use the environment to their advantage like cutting the power to a building to shroud their enemy in darkness or reducing an entire skyscraper to rubble to alter the battlefield. With Levolution, the environment reacts to the player’s every move and ensures no two games will ever be the same. Commander Mode places two opposing players at the heart of the situation room with a birds-eye view of the battlefield. It’s a tug-of-war match between two commanders as they deliver critical intelligence and powerful assets to their troops below to the turn the tide of the battle. Gamers will feel the rush of Commander Mode on current-generation and next-generation consoles as well as PC. For the first time, commanders can also take control from their iPad® or Android™ tablet.

DICE also announced today in celebration of the unveiling of Battlefield 4 multiplayer and to thank the millions of fans that have logged over one billion gameplay hours in Battlefield 3,DICE is giving away Battlefield 3: Close Quarters digital expansion pack to all Battlefield 3players for free*. For more details on how to download the pack, please visit:http://www.battlefield.com/battlefield-4/cq-giveaway.

Battlefield 4 will be available October 31 for the Xbox 360^® games and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation^®3 computer entertainment system and PC. Battlefield 4 will also be available for Xbox One^®, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and the PlayStation®4.

To see the debut of Battlefield 4 multiplayer please visit http://www.battlefield.com/au. To join the conversation on Battlefield 4, please visit http://www.facebook.com/battlefield, follow us on Twitter® at www.twitter.com/battlefield and #BF4, or sign up for the official Battlefieldnewsletter at www.battlefield.com.

*Conditions and restrictions apply. See http://www.battlefield.com/battlefield-4/cq-giveaway.

E3 2013 - Battlefield 4: Official "Angry Sea" Single Player Gameplay Video

The full trailer of the Battlefield 4 demo, minus the crowd noise.