Battlefield V has seen some fierce competition this year. First-person shooters in their traditional form just aren’t as popular as they used to be. Battle Royale has ridden the wave and changed a lot regarding the appeal of shooters in general. Even Call of Duty decided to follow the trend and brought forth a new formula for the series in regards to Black Ops 4.
As a result, Battlefield V entered the ring as somewhat of a double-edged sword. EA’s rather odd approach to content and access shows how the company has a lot to learn from the debacle of its previous titles. For example, those willing to cough up the cash for the Deluxe Edition get access to Battlefield V almost a week in advance.
In contrast, Battlefield V is by far the most enjoyable multiplayer experience of the year. From the intense chaos, to the way the that every instance is further emphasised by the impactful combat, Battlefield V further continues the unique legacy created by Battlefield 1 when it comes to virtual war.
DICE has stuck to their guns when it comes to story-driven content and has included a new set of War Stories. The story consists of a four-part anthology that takes you across various journeys throughout World War II that hasn’t been shown in video games yet. I have to commend DICE for their ability to highlight events that haven’t been explored, considering just how many games have touched on the subject.
The War Stories themselves are amazing but I feel like the introduction featuring a performance by Mark Strong was the highlight. It left me with goosebumps even after going through it for the third time. You feel the overwhelming sensation of two sides trying to overcome the odds, the tug of war that decides the fate of their nation, and a relentless ambition to make it through the war alive. DICE’s idea to have you feel what both parties were going through was really welcomed.
What wasn’t welcomed, however, was the fact that the game lacks consistency in content. For example, you have access to three of the four-story chapters, with the fourth one locked until an update comes out in December. It wouldn’t be an issue if the game didn’t consistently remind you that Battlefield V has so much more to offer.
The heart-warming narration paired with the power of the Frostbite’s ability to create breathtaking worlds forms an even greater sense of immersion.
Almost everything gives you a sense that it is supposed to be a lot faster than before.
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EA DICE, Criterion Games
EA
PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
20 November 2018
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