Please take the time to read these two answers, this will strongly influence your perspective on the two, with little bias. : Trust me, the majority of gamers obviously have not seen (m)any of the trailers, articles, video docs. , etc. of Battlefield 3, or they would change their mind about it.
This is far from opinion: You may regret not trying and playing Battlefield 3, as it will offer more dynamic battle scenarios, superior graphics and audio, destructive capabilities, non-linear storyline, vehicular combat, all-out-warfare or close-quarter combat experience, implemented teamwork, etc. The list goes on and on. The problem with most gamers and Battlefield 3 is awareness. Most gamers don't realize the epic potential of Battlefield 3 because of the lack of background knowledge.
If many started playing it for their first time (and understand the initial purpose of war-based FPSs), they would prefer this game over many others, mark my words. Battlefield 3 is the underdog, however more exciting than ever. If you had to choose one or choose which to get first, get Battlefield 3.
It will widen your perspective of what a really great shooter is like. (Ans.1) Most of these comments regarding MW3 are bias and somewhat ignorant, since the mainstream culture tends to "monkey see, monkey do", the game is most popular. Do not let peer pressure and pop-media decide for you, you should consider both games, although I suggest you get Battlefield 3.
Do not rely on the beta of BF3, as it is a month and half old build of the game (and a poor map choice), and its sole purpose is to weed out the bugs and glitches and to improve gameplay aspects (not a demo). And we should all realize that high popularity/sales does not equal a better game. Battlefield 3 will be the more authentic game, but Modern Warfare 3 will most likely sell more, unfortunately.
Here are the facts: Many say that Battlefield is a slow-paced series, but not true. Both games are fast-paced games, with CoD being a bit faster. The reason for that is because the maps in CoD are ridiculously cramped, thus a large amount of camping and spawn-killing is inevitable.
Call of Duty has taken an unusual approach to making sequels and future games within the past 5 games. They do not make significant innovations and improvements to really change the war experience for the better, unlike most developers where they create new engines, improved gameplay and new aspects to each sequel. Unless you grew up with the series since CoD4 and can't seem to get enough of that linear story/gameplay, you should try something new that has everything CoD has, but much more.
Battlefield 3 is a groundbreaking modern warfare shooter FPS, where authenticity in every aspect of warfare and gaming go hand-in-hand. I admire DICE for striving to make a very complex and dynamic way of fighting a war, adding so much to the game that even 80% of its players don't realize or notice consciously, but does take a great effect in their experience of gameplay. The "Five Pillars" that make this game superb like no other are animation, destruction, scale, audio, and rendering.
This game is the true sequel of Battlefield 2 (back from 2005), and the gameplay is similar to the core, but with so much more improved and with new innovative features. The gameplay of Battlefield in general, is very dynamic with different scenarios in battles every time. There are also the widest variety of methods to execute the enemy with many more weapons, equipment, vehicles, destruction, change in settings(Rush mode), excellent teamwork satisfaction, etc.. After all, the initial purpose of modern war games are to somewhat simulate the aspects of war and portray that experience to the gamer, so it should be sort of realistic as possible; the more real something feels, the more immerse your senses and mind are involved in that game, thus being fun.
Honestly, if you had enough to buy only one game at the time of release, get Battlefield 3 since it's more than worth your money, rather than a rehashed, dull, unimproved remake of every prior game (CoD). Besides, Battlefield 3 has a social service called Battlelog which is the equivalent of CoD Elite, except Battlelog is free. Also, the money you will invest in CoD will surpass the value of the game itself, like the overpriced map packs that release every two months.
While DLCs in Battlefield 3 will mostly be free and in some cases a lot cheaper and more bang for your buck. I'm not playing favorites when stating the facts, your better buy in the long run will be Battlefield 3. I can go on and on, but here is the gist.
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Battlefield 3 is taking your time not rushing 20 min rounds at the least moving stealthly mw3 is rushing you just go out there and kill kill kill! You can do that in battliefield but its slightly more difficult it is more realistic. Im getting both honestly because I like doing both.
Bf3 has larger maps with tanks and fighter jets etc. mw3 has killstreaks and point streaks. So what do you think fits you.
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