Battlefield 4: China Rising (2013)

by Nish
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Summary

Battlefield 4: China Rising (2013)

Battlefield 4: China Rising is the first expansion pack for the 2013 first-person shooter game Battlefield 4. It was developed by DICE and published by Electronic Arts. The expansion was released on December 3, 2013, for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.

China Rising adds four new multiplayer maps to Battlefield 4, all of which are set in China. The maps are:

  • Silk Road: A large, open map set in a desert environment. The map features a variety of vehicles, including tanks, helicopters, and jets.
  • Altai Range: A mountainous map with a focus on infantry combat. The map features a variety of close-quarters combat areas, as well as some larger, more open areas.
  • Guilin Peaks: A lush, jungle map with a focus on verticality. The map features a variety of different elevations, as well as a number of tight, winding paths.
  • Dragon Pass: A night map set in a mountainous pass. The map features a variety of different lighting conditions, as well as a number of narrow, winding roads.

In addition to the new maps, China Rising also adds a new game mode to Battlefield 4: Air Superiority. In Air Superiority, two teams of up to 12 players each fight for control of the skies. The first team to reach the target score wins the round.

China Rising also adds a number of new vehicles, gadgets, and weapons to Battlefield 4. The new vehicles include the dirt bike, the bomber, and the attack boat. The new gadgets include the grappling hook and the zip line. The new weapons include the L85A2 assault rifle and the QSZ-92 assault rifle.

Gameplay

Battlefield 4: China Rising plays very similarly to the base game. Players can choose from a variety of different classes, each with their own unique abilities and weapons. Players can also choose from a variety of different vehicles, including tanks, helicopters, and jets.

The new Air Superiority game mode is a welcome addition to Battlefield 4. It is a fast-paced and exciting mode that is sure to appeal to fans of aerial combat.

Reception

Battlefield 4: China Rising received generally positive reviews from critics. The expansion was praised for its new maps, game mode, and vehicles. However, some critics felt that the expansion was overpriced.

Overall, Battlefield 4: China Rising is a solid expansion pack that adds a lot of new content to the base game. The new maps are well-designed and the new game mode is a lot of fun. If you are a fan of Battlefield 4, then I highly recommend checking out China Rising.

Score: 8.5/10

Pros:

  • Four new multiplayer maps
  • New Air Superiority game mode
  • New vehicles, gadgets, and weapons
  • Great graphics and sound

Cons:

  • Somewhat overpriced
  • Some of the new maps are too large

Overall:

Battlefield 4: China Rising is a solid expansion pack that adds a lot of new content to the base game. The new maps are well-designed and the new game mode is a lot of fun. If you are a fan of Battlefield 4, then I highly recommend checking out China Rising.

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8.5/10

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Nish is a software engineer by day and avid gamer who loves to play video games after he puts his two boys to bed. His insights delve into the mechanics, and storytelling of the games he plays with the aim to share his passion with the audience. He loves to travel back to his native India and travel the country on his restored Royal Enfield Bullet 350, a relic from a simpler time, like some of the games he plays.

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