Summary
- Release Year: 2012
- Genres: Shooter
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Developers: EA Digital Illusions CE
- Publishers: Electronic Arts
Battlefield 3: Aftermath (2012)
Battlefield 3: Aftermath is the second expansion pack for the critically acclaimed first-person shooter Battlefield 3. Developed by DICE and published by Electronic Arts, Aftermath was released on October 29, 2012, for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.
Aftermath introduces four new maps, each set in a different district of a post-earthquake Tehran. The maps are:
- Epicenter: A large, open map featuring the ruins of a bazaar, a stadium, and a collapsed highway.
- Markaz Monolith: A medium-sized map set in a modern business district, with skyscrapers, office buildings, and a central plaza.
- Azadi Palace: A small, close-quarters map set in a royal palace, with lush gardens, opulent halls, and a grand staircase.
- Talah Market: A medium-sized map set in a bustling marketplace, with narrow streets, stalls, and a central mosque.
In addition to the new maps, Aftermath also introduces new weapons, vehicles, and gadgets. The new weapons include the AN-94 Abakan, the M249 SAW, and the M1014 shotgun. The new vehicles include the T-90 tank, the LAV-25 armored car, and the AH-1Z Viper attack helicopter. The new gadgets include the XM25 airburst grenade launcher and the SOFLAM laser designator.
Aftermath also features a new game mode called Scavenger. In Scavenger mode, players must collect dog tags from fallen enemies in order to score points. The team with the most dog tags at the end of the round wins.
Gameplay
Battlefield 3: Aftermath’s gameplay is similar to that of the base game. Players compete in online multiplayer matches of up to 64 players on each side. Players can choose to play as one of four classes: Assault, Engineer, Medic, or Recon. Each class has its own unique weapons, gadgets, and abilities.
Aftermath’s maps are designed to encourage a variety of playstyles. The large, open maps are perfect for long-range engagements, while the smaller, close-quarters maps are ideal for intense firefights. The new Scavenger game mode adds a new level of strategy to the game, as players must carefully decide when to engage the enemy and when to collect dog tags.
Reception
Battlefield 3: Aftermath received generally positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its new maps, weapons, and vehicles, as well as its new Scavenger game mode. However, some critics found the maps to be too linear and the new weapons and gadgets to be unbalanced.
Overall, Battlefield 3: Aftermath is a solid expansion pack that offers a lot of new content for fans of the base game. The new maps, weapons, and vehicles are all well-designed and fun to use, and the new Scavenger game mode adds a new level of strategy to the game. If you’re a fan of Battlefield 3, then Aftermath is definitely worth checking out.
Score: 8.5/10
Pros:
- New maps are varied and well-designed
- New weapons and vehicles are fun to use
- New Scavenger game mode adds a new level of strategy
Cons:
- Maps can be too linear
- New weapons and gadgets can be unbalanced
Review Score
8.5/10
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