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[Camille]

im actually getting interested, this all sure is looking fine

though i would like it better if it kept it's distance from MW/MW2...

[amazin]

damnit they better not add stopping power, only thing i dont like from MW

[Pav:3d]

They added a fan kit

DL link

Contains many screens (some which werent shown before), along with videos that have been revealed before and the press release

[Pav:3d]

Battlefield continues to customise the shit out of everything with vehicle customisation.

A new era dawns for the tank whores. I hope anti tank missiles actually do some fucking damage this time round

Also found this great vid that sheds a lot of light on BC2;

Edited by Pav3d, 16 September 2009 - 15:49.

[Pav:3d]

Assault class are able to throw out ammo packs, which was somewhat missing from the first one.

Gordon Vandyke PAX interview Part 1

Part 2

[Pav:3d]

Another interview this time showing new footage and a new desert map

[Pav:3d]

New Vid! WOOT!

The sound effects are the best Ive heard in a game

[amazin]

wow they throw quite a bit of swearing around this time... are they bumping it up to M?

[deltaepsilon]

[quote name='Pav3d' post='698295' date='1 Oct 2009, 22:07']New Vid! WOOT!

The sound effects are the best Ive heard in a game

[/quote]

Holy shit, that's awesome.

I've always enjoyed the gameplay of BF2, good to see that they might be recapturing this, but with better graphics and greater realism. Very nice. I dare say, it's looking better than MW2, they really must be doing quite a lot of optimisation if it's going to be running on the 360 and and PS3 - though I'm just happy that's its being released for PC.

[Admiral FCS]

Xbox 360 and PS3 players needn't be worried, but if you want to play Bad Company 2 on PC, here's some news for you from the Battlefield Blog.

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A lot of buzz has been floating around the internet lately about dedicated servers and we wanted to make sure our all our players have the best understanding of how Battlefield will be played on the PC. Since Battlefield 1942 DICE has used dedicated servers for all platforms. This formula has worked well, and still works well, for us and for the gaming community. We have stayed true to this practice and will continue this tradition into the upcoming title Battlefield Bad Company 2.



Other games use player-hosted or 'peer to peer' solutions, often resulting in a "host with the most" situation; where the player hosting the match has an advantage over other players connected to their game. Everyone else is dependent on the host's internet connection and if they don't have a great connection neither will you regardless how great of an internet you have. Also, unless server migration is implemented the game ends when that hosting player quits the game forcing you to find another player-host or start your own. With dedicated servers everyone gets non-stop action with no connection penalties based on some other player and their internet. This makes dedicated servers the best solution for online PC gaming hands down! So rest assured PC players, Battlefield will stay true to its roots offering dedicated servers to all its players and continue the tradition of the ultimate FPS gaming experience!



Dedicated Server FAQ for Battlefield Bad Company 2 PC

Will there be an option to have my own dedicated server? Yes, DICE will have trusted partners with datacenters worldwide that you'll be able to rent a dedicated server from ensuring you always have a quality server in your region.

How much will it cost to rent a dedicated server for Battlefield Bad Company 2? Because these are offered by the trusted partners we can't answer that, but they will be priced fairly according to your market.

Can I control my server with remote admin tools? Yes, you will have the ability manage your server via remote admin tools allowing you to manage your server, your way.

Is there the option to give my server a custom name? Yes, you'll be able to name your server what you like.

Will I be able to make a reserve list for my server? Yes, you will be able to reserve a limited amount of space on your server when public for whom ever you like.

Am I able to host a private match? Yes, you will be able to password protect your server.

Is there a client server browser to view server lists? Yes, clients on the PC will have a full server's browser to select the server they'd like to play on.

Can I earn ranks and rewards on my rented server? Yes! You will be able to run your server as Ranked allowing you to still earn unlocks, rewards, and host a server for all to enjoy.

Are PC clients going to be match made to servers? No, PC clients will use their server browser and filter options.

Will you have an anti-cheat requirement? Yes, all dedicated servers and clients on PC will be required to have the anti-cheat software running at all times.

[TheDR]

They are basically sticking there fingers up at Activision and Infinity Ward, which is awesome. I love it when game company's do the right thing, i was nearly expecting BC2 to not have dedicated servers and follow in the footsteps of MW2.
Congrats to EA and Dice for doing the right thing server wise

[Dr. Knickers]

[quote name='Pav3d' post='698295' date='1 Oct 2009, 14:07']New Vid! WOOT!

The sound effects are the best Ive heard in a game

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Wow, I just noticed that in that vid, the gun skin changed colors when the player switched to his nade launcher. I hope they fix that...it'd be an odd thing if it was intended. :|

[Admiral FCS]

[quote name='Dr. Knickers' post='709436' date='27 Oct 2009, 16:54'][quote name='Pav3d' post='698295' date='1 Oct 2009, 14:07']New Vid! WOOT!

The sound effects are the best Ive heard in a game

[/quote]

Wow, I just noticed that in that vid, the gun skin changed colors when the player switched to his nade launcher. I hope they fix that...it'd be an odd thing if it was intended. :|
[/quote]

[size=3]Hopefully EA won't be careless enough to not remove them. [/size]

[Kalo]

EA does not make the game. They publish it.

But I can tell you I want this game so badly it makes my throbbing member hard just thinking about it.

That is all.

[Pav:3d]

U sure it wasnt the lighting? It changed rather suddenly and didnt in the other times he used it

And agreed with Kalo

[BeefJeRKy]

YES I'm more excited about this game than MW2 tbh because I know MW2 is probably gonna be more of the same as CoD4 even graphicswise, its still the same mostly.

[Pav:3d]

Btw guys their pre-launch site is up

[Wizard]

You can count me in on getting this, without question. Love the way the explosions deafen you

BTW the gun colour change was the lighting, didn't change at all when he switched to 'nades the next time.

[Dr. Knickers]

Ah ok; I didn't really double check past the first time he used the nade launcher

This game is still awesome though; a must buy for me

[Pav:3d]

Box art revealed

[TheDR]

Thats awesome

If it didn't have the silly names, i would have that as a poster.

[Pav:3d]

Yeah hopefully theyll release textless wallpaper

[Pav:3d]

Someone who was so annoyed at MW2's dedicated server thing and so pleased BFBC2 didnt do the same actually sent them the money they were going to use to buy MW2

Also there is a link for a second fan pack which contains an awesome wallpaper of the box art, and without the silly names

[TheDR]

No matter what will happen with MW2, the drop of dedicated servers has definitely boosted BC2s sales on the PC.
I'm downloading the pack and i will probably have the Boxart as my BG

[Pav:3d]

PS3 Beta announced for November 19th (Did I hear a massive "FUCK YOU" from the 360 players just then?) And a new vid to coincide with the announcement