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BF3 or MW3

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Abhishek_Z
Abhishek_Z Original post #1
Jul 14, 2012 at 8:17 AM
Hi guys this is my first post :)
My question is should I buy BF3 or COD MW3. My requirements are brilliant graphics and Single Player as we all know the internet service of India. Even MP is also an requirement but I'll give an extra edge to SP than MP.
digitaltab
Jul 14, 2012 at 10:52 AM
bf3 for brilliant graphics and realistic gameplay, some of the stages are mind blowing, and the stage in which player sits in fighter plane is the best one...

mw3 if you want to feel the war really.... doesn't got amazing graphics but storyline and gameplay is enough,

EDIT: since you are more into sp gameplay, go for bf3
Abhishek_Z
Jul 14, 2012 at 11:05 AM
So actually which game's campaign lasts longer and is there any XTRAS is any game ?
D
Jul 14, 2012 at 11:18 AM
my opinion
brilliant graphics - bf3
good single player campaign - mw3 (bf3 is also good enough)
multiplayer - mw3 is fun, bf3 is realistic.
Alok
Alok #6
Jul 14, 2012 at 12:25 PM
Without question , BF3 FTW.
digitaltab
Jul 14, 2012 at 2:18 PM
*www.thinkdigit.com/forum/gamerz/148648-battlefield-3-vs-modern-warfare-3-a.html


check out this thread, i created this with curiosity to know what people like overall...
101gamzer
Jul 14, 2012 at 2:29 PM
BF3 All the Way
vaibhav23
Jul 14, 2012 at 3:09 PM
mw3 if you love the mw series and want to have fun
bf3 if you want realism and brilliant graphics
s18000rpm
s18000rpm #10
Jul 14, 2012 at 3:12 PM
BF3 + B2K DLC = 1.9k Buy Battlefield 3 for PC in India at the best price. Screenshots, videos, reviews available.
MW3 = 2.6k Buy Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 for PC in India at the best price. Screenshots, videos, reviews available.

BF3 = Lots of TDF members play together, daily.
*www.thinkdigit.com/forum/gamerz/156391-battlefield-3-multiplayer-discussion.html
*www.thinkdigit.com/forum/gamerz/137117-battlefield-3-discussion.html
TDFIndia - Platoons - Battlelog / Battlefield 3
thetechfreak
Jul 14, 2012 at 3:18 PM
Modern Warfare 3 single player is better.
But if you bring Multiplayer into the equation Battlefield 3 steals the show IMO
G
Jul 14, 2012 at 3:42 PM
well both of them have equally long Single Player. While BF3 single player seems realistic whereas MW3 single player is like a movie with lots of dramatic action sequences and twists.

MW3 multiplayer is good and fast paced, but is quite laggy for the internet speed in India, and also lesser amount of players. If you manage to get (you will) an Indian server, then the ping will be low and the multiplayer experience will be good.

While Battlefield 3 Multiplayer has no match, literally. Maps are soooooooooo huge and you have a lot of things to do, you can even mess around with things and have fun, like a sandbox game, like you can use vehicles, choppers,tanks,jets and what not.
I would recommend buying the PREMIUM edition as it will give you all the DLCs which individually cost around Rs 600, so those DLCs are gonna keep you busy playing this phenomenal game until the next one arrives.
pranav0091
Jul 14, 2012 at 4:22 PM
I'm no fan of either series, but I actually much preferred the BF3 sp to the MW3 sp mode. BF3 is much more engrossing. The quality of the cutscenes and music and the like. And not to forget the wonderful fighter plane and UAV modes... Just my two cents.
N
Jul 14, 2012 at 5:39 PM
For SP, maybe MW3 would have the edge. Because of it's set pieces and pro-American vibes.

But I'd wait for BF4. lawl.
JojoTheDragon
Jul 14, 2012 at 5:56 PM
I wonder how many posters here have actually played both the games in MP mode.:lol:

On topic: I would go for BF3 considering the face that the game is India-friendly. :)
RCuber
RCuber #16
Jul 14, 2012 at 6:21 PM
^^ I took the risk of buying it. SP was over in 5-6 hrs :p , I was very disappointed initially but then I took a arrow to the knee found MP :D
thetechfreak
Jul 14, 2012 at 8:36 PM
Jojothedragon said:
I wonder how many posters here have actually played both the games in MP mode.
Don't know bout other but I have. Strange enough BF3 MP felt better(although I couldn't kill anyone)

played both MW3 and BF3 mp simultaneously and strangely had more fun in BF3 :|
cyborg47
cyborg47 #18
Jul 15, 2012 at 12:35 AM
MW3 around 3k, you can get the BF3+Premium almost the same price with a ton, literally ton of more value.
Dangerous Dave
Jul 15, 2012 at 12:39 AM
BF3 is much better in terms of Graphics. Go for it
ithehappy
ithehappy #20
Jul 15, 2012 at 1:18 AM
I hope this thread won't be locked due to different op and fight.
But in my op BF3>>>MW3. Everything, audio, graphics, story, the polishing of the game etc etc.
But that doesn't anyway mean MW3 is bad or something, BF3 is just better.
This came from a COD fanboy.
abhinavmail1
Jul 15, 2012 at 2:17 AM
and d war begins.........
cyborg47
cyborg47 #22
Jul 15, 2012 at 3:09 AM
and d war begins.........

I hope this thread won't be locked due to different op and fight.
But in my op BF3>>>MW3. Everything, audio, graphics, story, the polishing of the game etc etc.
But that doesn't anyway mean MW3 is bad or something, BF3 is just better.
This came from a COD fanboy.

I don't think it will, most of the above opinions were pretty straight forward, and weren't bashing any single game. And hey, BF3 is obviously better :|
Abhishek_Z
Jul 15, 2012 at 11:20 AM
Well I want the PC version... sorry didn't tell at beginning :-D
G
Jul 15, 2012 at 11:25 AM
I have played the BF3 multiplayer for 500 hours+.

Need I say more? :p

For console its still a close call if you like single player, but for PC Battlefield all the way.
desiJATT
desiJATT #25
Jul 15, 2012 at 11:50 AM
I have both games, Legit. I play BF3 everyday, and obviously I find BF3 much better in terms of gameplay, graphics, detailing and what not.
Abhishek_Z
Jul 15, 2012 at 5:03 PM
Has anyone played any of the game (or both) in Ultra-High settings ? :-?
Also I have played every game of COD franchise till COD MW-2 (Infinity Ward) and Black Ops (treyarch). S, I love the *Surprises* like we fall from building or someone holds our hand at right moment.... Is there anything like this in BF 3
Battlefield 3 v/s Call Of Duty : Modern Warfare 3


:2subs: :mallet: :2subs:
pranav0091
Jul 15, 2012 at 5:27 PM
^
I dont remember properly, but I think I have (Uninstalled the game long ago, dont remember what the video setting was). If its the graphics you are talking about, yes, BF3 looks better than MW3. There are some cutscenes, that'll make you go wow.
The one at the absolute end, IMO, is every bit as good as any hollywood production. Actuallyits better than that. Just make sure you have a good headphone on :)

As far the surprise moments go, I dont recall any. But wait for the others to chip in. I have played so many games in between that now I'm not really sure which cutscene comes from which game :wink:
RCuber
RCuber #28
Jul 15, 2012 at 5:45 PM
Has anyone played any of the game (or both) in Ultra-High settings ? :-?
Also I have played every game of COD franchise till COD MW-2 (Infinity Ward) and Black Ops (treyarch). S, I love the *Surprises* like we fall from building or someone holds our hand at right moment.... Is there anything like this in BF 3
Battlefield 3 v/s Call Of Duty : Modern Warfare 3


:2subs: :mallet: :2subs:

SP is playable in ultra on my rig. but MP I have to turn off AA and other settings.
cyborg47
cyborg47 #29
Jul 15, 2012 at 10:41 PM
SP is playable in ultra on my rig. but MP I have to turn off AA and other settings.

Multiplayer without 60fps = no play!! :D
Abhishek_Z
Jul 16, 2012 at 4:30 PM
Are there any OFFICIAL :-D addons for these games like maps and new guns ?

Remember OFFICIAL
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #31
Jul 16, 2012 at 4:36 PM
Hi guys this is my first post :)
My question is should I buy BF3 or COD MW3. My requirements are brilliant graphics and Single Player as we all know the internet service of India. Even MP is also an requirement but I'll give an extra edge to SP than MP.

BF3 for MP & pure eyecandy

MW3 for adrenaline action & adventure...:cool:
RCuber
RCuber #32
Jul 16, 2012 at 4:37 PM
Are there any OFFICIAL :-D addons for these games like maps and new guns ?

Remember OFFICIAL

for BF3 MP there are two DLC's out - Back to Karkand and Close Quarters. there are three more scheduled, Armored Kill -Aug 2012, Aftermath - Dec 2012, End Game - Mar 2013.
D
Jul 16, 2012 at 8:07 PM
This is why i hate EA and Activision.
Pre-ordering MOH Warfighter gives you access to Battlefield 4 beta.

Maybe the franchise fans would like this, but bf3 is still new and the campaign for bf4 has already started.

COD is still worse, every November a gonna be world's no. 1 action fps is released. it would be nice if Activision fires infinity ward and handovers the COD franchise to treyarch. they are a bit better at innovation.
Abhishek_Z
Jul 16, 2012 at 9:52 PM
/\ I don't agree

Infinity Ward started whats now called "World's Most Profited FPS Game Franchise". And speaking of innovation, Infinity Ward (according to me) took innovation to next level with EFFECTIVE *Surprise* moments !

Have a look at this video from Piston2x (Thx Piston2x). This video shows comparison b/w both the contenders. Enjoy :-D
Have a better comparison video ? Feel free to post ! :)

Youtube Video (Link)
Akshay
Akshay #35
Jul 16, 2012 at 10:22 PM
BF3 has brilliant graphics... go for it.. but in MP, i cudnt really figure out BF but MW is much easier and fun for me... Looking at posts above, I will definitely try n understand BF3 MP soon
cyborg47
cyborg47 #36
Jul 17, 2012 at 12:40 AM
Infinity Ward (according to me) took innovation to next level with EFFECTIVE *Surprise* moments !

Seriously? Those 'moments' are innovative? :|
ranjitsd
ranjitsd #37
Jul 18, 2012 at 5:42 PM
just waiting for ARMA 3
Abhishek_Z
Jul 18, 2012 at 9:00 PM
Seriously? Those 'moments' are innovative? :|

So you've never played Modern Warfare Games :?:
I think so coz everyone I talked to (atleast with my frnds) they said its uber cool *SURPRISE* moments just takes our heart beads to MAXXXX !!!

Still I respect ur feeling . There nothing wrong ! :)
Abhishek_Z
Jul 23, 2012 at 1:41 PM
I have Tata Photon + at 3.1 MBPS. Can I play these online ?:-?
thetechfreak
Jul 23, 2012 at 1:58 PM
I have Tata Photon + at 3.1 MBPS. Can I play these online ?:-?

WEll yes. but will depend on ping. I have a friend who too has a Photon and he gets pings of around 180ms(least) and usually hovers around 250-300ms making them playable

any higher pings= not playable
Abhishek_Z
Jul 23, 2012 at 2:28 PM
WEll yes. but will depend on ping. I have a friend who too has a Photon and he gets pings of around 180ms(least) and usually hovers around 250-300ms making them playable

any higher pings= not playable

I would feel lucky if you also mention where ur friend lives. :)
Faun
Faun #42
Jul 23, 2012 at 2:49 PM
any higher pings= not playable

It's still playable at higher pings, just that your pings should be stable and deviation should not be much.

You will have to look ahead aiming. I play almost on 350+ ping servers when with friends.
cyborg47
cyborg47 #43
Jul 26, 2012 at 11:56 PM
Don't mention SPAM post - instead use the Report button ;-)

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gameranand
Jul 27, 2012 at 12:55 PM
As for game BF 3 would be first choice.

And yes you'll be able to play MP with that speed.