Battlefield Bad Company 2 Beta/Demo

[=HR=Gumby!!!]

This may be old news, but according to DICE there will be a PC beta for BF:BC2 sometime in December. This will be followed by a full blown demo in January or February of 2010. Color me excited.

http://blogs.battlefield.ea.com/

Look under the sections saying "Not a PS3 owner?"

[papasan9]

cool trailer. looking forward to the full demo. lots of snap and pop in the visuals.... going to be a great looking game. i already look forward to the mods hehe..

[SnaKe]

Good info Gumby!

[Fovos]

does anyone knows if this version has big maps like the rest BF's? or are scaled down like MW style?

[=HR=Gumby!!!]

AFAIK there have been no confirmed specifics as to overall map size. Going on released pics and what we saw in BC1, I'd say perhaps not quite as large as the biggest BF2 maps, but certainly nothing as small as CoD4 as the norm.

Great thing about PC, as long as they give us Dedis, we can make it what we want. Regardless of what comes on the box.

Anyone have any links to something more concrete than my speculation?

[OG Frostbite[Qc]]

i hope to get in the beta...

[JustMeBF2]

Battlefield: Bad Company 2 available for preorder at best buy
BUT only

PS3 and 360

WTF

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp;jsessionid=88F3F8C736968CA62787E552AA6 CA36D.bbolsp-app02-44?_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1&_dynSessConf=-3749546810302639797&id=pcat17071&type=page&st=Battlefield%3A+Bad+Company+2&sc=Global&cp=1&nrp=15&sp=&qp=&list=n&iht=y&usc=All+Categories&ks=960

[[W33T] Joker]

cool i will try it. hopefully this is like BF2..man I missed BF2/CS...they were two best games that got this community going :(

[JustMeBF2]

BF2 is not dead to some of us and others still play BF2 mods.

LONG LIVE BF2

[EANeuspeed]

March 2010 is pretty far off. :thumbsdown: And why the f#$k do you need to go to best buy or gamestop to get a damn beta key. Wow, this may be a start of a new era to reserve a beta key(marketing BS).

[JustMeBF2]

File Planet (i am not a paid subscriber) gave me a PS3 beta key of course I don't have a PS3.

[Crotch-Rot]

File Planet (i am not a paid subscriber) gave me a PS3 beta key of course I don't have a PS3.

Save that beta key Dude. I have a PS3 and would be cool to beta it.

[JustMeBF2]

Save that beta key Dude. I have a PS3 and would be cool to beta it.


check your PM in a minute

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

Anyone played the beta for PS3?

FUCKING AMAZING

That is all.

[Crotch-Rot]

I DL'd it last nite but have not had time to play it yet. Is it an online demo? What's your PSN id Filthy? I'll add you to my friends list and maybe we can try it out.

[JustMeBF2]

I almost want to buy a PS3 just to see this.

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

It's a multiplayer beta of one map. Just think of the BF2 demo when it came out and how much we played it every day.

I don't have a PS3, it's my roomies. I'm not at my apartment during the week, either so not much point giving you his PSN id.
Hell, I'd love to play though.

Can't fucking wait for this game on PC.

Modern Warfare what??? This game DESTROYS it.

[Crotch-Rot]

I just started playing the demo. It's AWESOME!!! March can't come fast enough!!!

[LordBeer]

Damn it.. I forgot to try and get in on the Beta.. I meant to do that..

[Crotch-Rot]

I think the keys are still available on FilePlanet.

[LordBeer]

Already tried FilePlanet but it looks like they're out. Although they might have more later.. :( So I'm hunting around trying to find one. Think I found one from a German website but I think they'll only give it to people in Germany. Furby? :D

**GameSpot has em. Just got one. Maybe you'll finally accept my friend request on the PSN Crotch? :hehehe:

[Crotch-Rot]

When did you send me a FR? I didn't see it before. When I'm done watching this movie, I'll jump on and accept it.

I like the destructible environments. The bldgs are cool, you can shoot windows and moon roofs to get inside.

[JustMeBF2]

Fileplanet is out for now but check daily at

http://www.fileplanet.com/promotions/battlefield-bad-company-2/temp-closed.aspx

[LordBeer]

When did you send me a FR? I didn't see it before. When I'm done watching this movie, I'll jump on and accept it.

I like the destructible environments. The bldgs are cool, you can shoot windows and moon roofs to get inside.

Sent it over a month ago. No biggie though. Just giving you a little shit. :dgrin: I wasnt really on the PS3 that often before but I finally have decent internet at home so I should be on it more often in the future. Doubt I'll be checking out the Beta tonight but I hope we can hook up this week for some action. :thumbsup:

[Crotch-Rot]

I don't see any FR's LB. Can you resend when you get a chance?

I played some more BC2 and I LIKE IT!!! Felt like playing BF2 when it first came out. Lots of action and explosions!

[LordBeer]

Will do Mr Crotch. :thumbsup: I'm looking forward to seeing just how destructible everything is. :D

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

I found the best part of the game to be the sound.

It's absolutely incredible. No game has ever sounded this good, IMO.

[Crotch-Rot]

That's a good point Filthy. The sound is very good. While on the PS3, I don't have a headset to communicate with the squad, but I hear a lot of canned voice work screaming about enemy contacts, swearing, taunting, etc... The creaking and clanking of mechanized armor is fearsome! The whomp-whomp-whomp of the UAV helicopter is pretty sweet! The explosions and environmental sound is outstanding!

The graphics on the PS3 is pretty awesome. There are plumes of smoke from blown up tanks, fire raging on a recently disabled armor, sand blowing across the roads. I'm playing on my projector, 106" wide, and it's pretty fucking awesome. It's going to be hard to go back to my 19" monitor for March's release!

Did I mention the destructible environments? it's fucking awesome when implemented right! I was in an Abrams and several enemy soldiers ran behind a concrete wall for cover. In the past, that meant they are safe. Not any more, I turned my turret and blew up the wall revealing where they were hiding. Then I sent them to meet their maker. Suh-weet!!!

[Ruci]

That's a good point Filthy. The sound is very good. While on the PS3, I don't have a headset to communicate with the squad, but I hear a lot of canned voice work screaming about enemy contacts, swearing, taunting, etc... The creaking and clanking of mechanized armor is fearsome! The whomp-whomp-whomp of the UAV helicopter is pretty sweet! The explosions and environmental sound is outstanding!

The graphics on the PS3 is pretty awesome. There are plumes of smoke from blown up tanks, fire raging on a recently disabled armor, sand blowing across the roads. I'm playing on my projector, 106" wide, and it's pretty fucking awesome. It's going to be hard to go back to my 19" monitor for March's release!

Did I mention the destructible environments? it's fucking awesome when implemented right! I was in an Abrams and several enemy soldiers ran behind a concrete wall for cover. In the past, that meant they are safe. Not any more, I turned my turret and blew up the wall revealing where they were hiding. Then I sent them to meet their maker. Suh-weet!!!

Here is an intermediate solution. Sitting a foot and a half back from it at first made my eyes dart because my brain literally had to rewire itself to process the increase from a 22" to this puppy. I have to say playing TF2 on it is an experience even itself. And hell 28" for 300$ and free shipping.... If you have the money it's probably the cheapest investment you can make for how drastically it improves your gaming experience.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824254026

[Crotch-Rot]

I have these sweet 30" wide monitors at work here that would rock BC2. WIsh I can take one home...

[JustMeBF2]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824254026


I have been eyeing this one. I saw on sale once for $249.99 was didn't
jump on it. I will next time.

[SnaKe]

Good report CR.

[Tavs]

Hey guys where can get a hold on a beta key for this game? I would realy like to play this game.. :)

[JustMeBF2]

Hey guys where can get a hold on a beta key for this game? I would realy like to play this game.. :)


Try here I got one there.

http://www.gamespot.com/event/codes/battlefield-bc2-beta/

[Crotch-Rot]

So last nite I was playing for a little bit. I was kinda camping out in this 3-story house sniping away. I got killed and came back to that spot, but it was gone. It was nothing but a 1-sided 2-story house now. More than half of the house is sitting in a pile of rubbles. FUCK!!

I want to try the RC-helicopter UAV thingie. Looks like fun!

And boy there's a lot of swearing in this game. Not from the players, but from the canned voices of your team mates. Fuck this, fuck that, fuck everything. :thumbsup:

[SnaKe]

Hey guys where can get a hold on a beta key for this game? I would realy like to play this game.. :)
You do know the beta is only for PS3, right?

[LordBeer]

Finally got a chance to try this out. Mmmm, it sure is a good time. I'm liking it. Although my TV is kinda shitty so I'm having a hard time reading everything. I'd imagine the game would be heavenly with some HD going.

[JustMeBF2]

You do know the beta is only for PS3, right?



In December 2009, DICE will invite players to participate in a PC open beta. Then, early next year, all players worldwide will get to experience this premier shooter when DICE releases a Battlefield: Bad Company 2 multiplayer DEMO on the Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system, PlayStation 3 and PC.

Battlefield: Bad Company 2 will be in stores on March 2, 2010 in North America and March 5, 2010 in Europe for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and the PC. The Limited Edition is available now for pre-order at participating retailers worldwide (while supplies last).


from http://bashandslash.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=786&Itemid=128

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

Oh man oh man oh man oh man oh man!

[JustMeBF2]

Try here I got one there.

http://www.gamespot.com/event/codes/battlefield-bc2-beta/


I forgot to say, I don't need it I don't have a PS3.

Someone (the first) can pm me for it and I will send it tonight.

A $5 donation to WiH would be appreciated but not mandatory if I know you.

[Tavs]

I have PS3 to. But would like to get a beta key for the pc. But if i could get my hands on one for ps3 that would be great to. :)

Thank Justme but there aren't any beta keys left.. :)

[JustMeBF2]

Check your PM Tavs

Let me know if that key works across the ocean and
if not then someone else can use it.

[Ruci]

What the hell? 32 Players?

Here is a recap of the current PC features, and we can now confirm DX11 support with more details to come later!

PC Enhanced Features

* Up to 32 Players on PC (24 on consoles) - Play with up to 32 players online in the biggest multiplayer Maps in Battlefield. Each with a different tactical and gameplay focus set across a variety of environments.
* Full DirectX 9, 10 & 11 Support - Immerse yourself in the Battlefield world as Frostbite engine brings tanks, planes, and explosions to vivid life on your PC. The game will fully support Windows XP, Vista, and 7 with new tech that further improves things like lighting and shadows.
* Enhanced Gameplay - The PC version also includes wide peripheral support like Joysticks for flying, NVDIA 3D Vision, Logitech LCD Keyboards and VoIP Support plus a variety of specific features tailored for PC play.
* Friend Support - Find your friends online with the new buddy list to see if and who is online so you can quickly join their game.
* Dedicated Ranked Server - Everyone gets non-stop action with no connection penalties based on some other player's internet. Ranked Server Provider program will give players opportunity to rent their own server(s) located in professional grade datacenters, ability to modify settings like map rotation, create reserved slots for friends or clan members, kick & Ban players, and custom name your ranked server.
* Clan Support & Private Servers - Independent Clan Tag, and ability to rent servers for hosting and controlling private password protected competitive servers with expanded control over the settings from public ranked servers.
* PC Squad Play System - Updated from previous Battlefield PC titles now gives control of your squad before heading into combat.

[Bonez]

32 players isn't bad considering the level sizes are smaller this time around.

i actually found moments in BF2 and 2142 where it almost seemed like the maps were too big or other times when it seemed like there were too many players.

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

What the hell? 32 Players?
After playing the PS3 beta (with only 24 players) I found there to always be action around me, so I don't think it'll be an issue.

Another thing is that the map seemed to be better streamlined for long distance combat as well as close quarters, when in BF2 you could be running around for minutes trying to find or catch up to the action.

[papasan9]

oh man is right..

[Tavs]

thanks Justme. i will try it out. :)

[Kriv]

I am also trying this on the ps3. Kriv99 is my tag on there.

[Ruci]

I hope they just don't F up the release like they did at the beginning of 2142. Is it that hard to have all your acheivements working?

[Crotch-Rot]

Are you boycotting this too Ruci?

[Ruci]

No, but the lack of 64 players kinda took the wind outta my sails.

[LordBeer]

I thought I had read before that the reason it's only 32 players is partially due to the destructible environment. Everytime someone puts a hole in a building, it's gotta go out to every player. It would just be too much bandwidth to have that going on with 64. :dunno: I cant find the article though so..

Oddly enough, I actually find myself agreeing with Bonez.

i actually found moments in BF2 and 2142 where it almost seemed like the maps were too big or other times when it seemed like there were too many players.

Yeah like the start of Karkand with everyone piled up on each other spamming nades and Karkand again for running all over the map to retake one of the back flags.

[Crotch-Rot]

With 24 players on the PS3 beta, it felt just about right. There's always action and stuff to do. It felt more like organized chaos vs the outright madness that is 64-players. (not that I didn't enjoy the 64-player madness).

[sandman21pre]

Specs for BC are up, along with pre-ordering. Looks like you get extra stuff for ordering early.

[JustMeBF2]

Specs for BC are up, along with pre-ordering. Looks like you get extra stuff for ordering early.


I am off to google to find this info :bs:

[JustMeBF2]

Here is the specs

http://blogs.battlefield.ea.com/battlefield_bad_company/archive/2009/12/01/oh-snap-pc-info-ladies-amp-germs.aspx

Minimum Frostbite PC Specifications for BFBC2 & BF1943
Processor: Core 2 Duo @ 2.0GHz
Main memory: 2GB
Graphics card: GeForce 7800 GT / ATI X1900
Graphics memory: 256MB
OS: Windows XP
Free HDD space: 15GB for Digital Version, 10GB for Disc Version (BFBC2)
10GB for Digital Version, 4GB for Disc Version (BF1943)


Recommended Frostbite PC Specifications for BFBC2 & BF1943
Processor: Quadcore
Main memory: 2GB
Graphics card: GeForce GTX 260
Graphics memory: 512MB
OS: Windows Vista or Windows 7
Free HDD space: 15GB for Digital Version, 10GB for Disc Version (BFBC2)
10GB for Digital Version, 4GB for Disc Version (BF1943)

[Drayu]

yikes....looks like a huge upgrade might be in order to actually run this game :(

newegg giftcards for xmas and birthday!!!

[JustMeBF2]

Well you can build a PC at in between the specs for $500 + Monitor, OS and KB.


Let me give my 2 cents on the specs.

Minimum Frostbite PC Specifications for BFBC2 & BF1943
Processor: Core 2 Duo @ 2.0GHz Any CPU with 2 GHz or higher, more cores=more power
Main memory: 2GB If you are not already running 2 GB you are seriously broke or not serious about you gaming PC
Graphics card: GeForce 7800 GT / ATI X1900 Video cards = $$ vs Resolution settings and FPS
Graphics memory: 256MB
OS: Windows XP
Free HDD space: 15GB for Digital Version, 10GB for Disc Version (BFBC2)
10GB for Digital Version, 4GB for Disc Version (BF1943)


Recommended Frostbite PC Specifications for BFBC2 & BF1943
Processor: Quadcore Same as above
Main memory: 2GB 3GB ram MIN if you are running Vista
Graphics card: GeForce GTX 260 Same as above
Graphics memory: 512MB
OS: Windows Vista or Windows 7
Free HDD space: 15GB for Digital Version, 10GB for Disc Version (BFBC2)
10GB for Digital Version, 4GB for Disc Version (BF1943)

[Drayu]

only thing I worry about is my 8800GTS 512.....as the rest I have wrapped up with okay specs.

[JustMeBF2]

Video cards = $$ vs Resolution settings and FPS

Your 8800 is over the min req of the 7800.

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

Drayu you can get a HD 4870 for pretty cheap now.

It's held up against anything I've thrown at it, really.

[Hellcat]

JDrayu you can get a HD 4870 for pretty cheap now.

It's held up against anything I've thrown at it, really.

The nvidia cards should be REALLY cheap now. Top of the line 285 shouldn't be more than 200.

[sandman21pre]

I think my 8800GT will do fine. Anyone pre-order?

[[GOD] Retroactive88]

I have twin GTX 260s.... gonna put them in my new rig, when I decide to spend the money on the I7 Extreme edition mobo/processor.

[SnaKe]

I just hope 32 player max is the last surprise.

[[W33T] Joker]

wtf..32 players...BS...i want 128 players dam it..

[Crotch-Rot]

That's it! I'm signing a petition to boycott EA games.

[Drayu]

at least they are being realistic this time.

[MajorSystemError]

That's it! I'm signing a petition to boycott EA games.

lol, you mean another petition you all sign and then 90% of you go out, buy the game, and rave about it? :hehehe:

[Ruci]

lol, you mean another petition you all sign and then 90% of you go out, buy the game, and rave about it? :hehehe:

<--
Still haven't touched modern warfare 2!

[LordBeer]

Yeah I didnt buy it either FOR ANY SYSTEM.. Not that it mattered since they made enough cash to land people on the moon with the game.. Meh, Im happy. I saved $60 by not buying it. With that money I managed to buy Borderlands, Dragon Age, and still have about $15 to use for another game. Im quite happy with the amount of gameplay I'm getting with just those 2 games vs the 6hr single player of MW2. Hell I'm just starting to have fun with CoD5's Zombie Mode. I made out just fine and have no regrets about my decision.

I dont think it's a good idea for people on either side of the issue to tease.. It wont lead to anything productive. Just drop it and enjoy whatever game your playing.

Anyway... I wait longer for Bad Company 2 to be released on the PC. I cant see shit trying to play it on my old ass CRT TV. I cant read any txt and I sure as hell cant spot people way off in the distance. Trying to get a new HD set for Christmas, but I'm not counting on it even though I was promised a new TV.

[Drayu]

lol, you mean another petition you all sign and then 90% of you go out, buy the game, and rave about it? :hehehe:

oh snap! :highfive:

[Crotch-Rot]

I'll be buying BC2 on the PC to play with you guys. From what I saw of the demo, I really like it. I just hope that I won't have to turn down the details too much on my PC, bc on the PS3, it looks pretty damn sweet!!!

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

Yeah the game looks badass on PS3.

I'll be getting BC2 for PC. It's gonna be a total fucking blast, even if I have to turn some details down.

It'll be WiH's biggest game since COD4, I think

[MajorSystemError]

I'm down for BC2, even though it'll fry my 8600GT. Oh well, need an excuse to upgrade anyway...

[papasan9]

i want to play this with everything cranked.... but i am just above minimum specs on everything. hope i can get a new pc before then, i really want to see some good stuff.

as for game size, as long as everything is balanced and battle is at a "normal" tempo, i dont care.

no dedicated servers, no mod help, low server size have me believing that the other devs of the other game said f u to the multiplayer community. i dont think smaller server size by itself is an issue.

ive played plenty of good 24 and 32 player games. gimme toys and targets and im ready to go.

some pluses for wih are, it should be easier to keep servers full and admin them. that will be nice.

[Bonez]

didn't pickup MW2, don't like the hopper style system at all, and the blatant in-ability to deal with cheaters.

definitely picking up BC2, always liked the play style better
in a building and need to snipe off to the left but there aren't any windows, toss a grenade into a corner, and bang, you got yourself some cover positions.

[SnaKe]

didn't pickup MW2, don't like the hopper style system at all, and the blatant in-ability to deal with cheaters.

definitely picking up BC2, always liked the play style better
in a building and need to snipe off to the left but there aren't any windows, toss a grenade into a corner, and bang, you got yourself some cover positions.
They give you tools to make those holes so you dont need to waste nade.

[Bonez]

if your a mechanic, sniper doesn't really have anything specific for it.

[papasan9]

yup, just by looking at the video it looks like the engineer drill tool heals assets and makes the peep holes...

need to make a tactical women's shower map.. :)

[SnaKe]

Details, details. The point is there is a way to do it without using a nade. Have the Eng do it for you. A nade is going to blow the whole wall. the drill will make a nice small hole.

[Crotch-Rot]

I dunno Snake. You can run around to find a engineer to drill you a nice cute little hole. I'll throw a nade and get 'er done. =)

[Bonez]

<crocidile dundee voice> i'll just do it with a knife </CDV>

[SnaKe]

This is speculation, but I would think a nade is going to make to big of hole to leave anything for cover....but who knows. Have you tried it on the PS3 demo?

[sandman21pre]

I have watched some game play on youtube for the PC3 can I really cant wait now.

[sandman21pre]

PC confirmed for the 28th of Jan.

http://blogs.battlefield.ea.com/

[SoupyC]

Beta, right? I thought it wasnt out till March?

Edit: Yup! Suppose it helps to read links. :D

[Ruci]

I just wish i could pre-order on steam.

[LordBeer]

I just wish i could pre-order on steam.

Seems like it's all ready to do on Steam, they probably just need to hammer out some details. I'd bet they'll have it ready in time.

[JustMeBF2]

http://blogs.battlefield.ea.com/battlefield_bad_company/archive/2010/01/07/bfbc2-pc-beta-update-fr-229-n-dice.aspx




BY: GordonVanDyke
POSTED: Jan 07, 2010, 10:33AM
COMMENTS: 236 (http://blogs.battlefield.ea.com/battlefield_bad_company/archive/2010/01/07/bfbc2-pc-beta-update-fr-229-n-dice.aspx#comments) (Login Required to Comment) (http://blogs.battlefield.ea.com/battlefield_bad_company/archive/2010/01/07/bfbc2-pc-beta-update-fr-229-n-dice.aspx#comments)

As promised here is the PC Blog on the Beta & a few other things, yes some people, places, and things may have leaked a little something, but we are here to clarify everything and make it all official since we can now commit to the listed dates! :-)

BETA Details:

Beta Begins/Ends
Jan 28th/Feb 25th
Map Name
Port Valdez
Players
32
Game Mode
Rush
Environment
Snow
Theme
Vehicle and Infantry
Back Story
The battle for Port Valdez is fought alongside the waterline towards a great oil industrial landscape in the Alaskan mountains. Using basically everything they've got the Russian forces are launching an airborne assault to knock out the oil industries in the area. In their arsenal there are Main Battle Tanks as well as fast-moving Quad Bikes and mobile armored AA. It's a vehicle focused battle, but with plenty of infantry combat.

How to Download: Check back to the Battlefield Bad Company 2 Beta Page (http://bit.ly/4UXgCZ) closer to beta launch date for download instructions.
How To Get Access: Reserve Battlefield Bad Company 2 is the most sure fire way, but we are still working with Retailers & e-Tailers that wish to participate (it's up to them). If you're eager to ensure you get in the two confirmed distributors to Pre-Order are the EA Store (http://bit.ly/4Qb6FH) and at GameStop.com. We'll have another Blog at a later date with an update on the retailers & e-Tailers that have teamed up with us as well as alternate channels to obtain a Closed Beta Key.

Misc. Details

Steam Beta: Yes there was a leaked image of a Package file we propped on Steam. People with illegal accounts can see games in this environment, but this is not a Beta in the term of Public Test Beta, but a real development Beta installer client for the Steam version of the full game. We are however working with Steam to have the Public PC Beta available on Steam, but can't confirm this quite yet so cross your fingers Steam users. :-)
Anti Cheat: We're going with PunkBuster supporting the same options BF2 and BF2142 had to run unranked without PunkBuster.
Mod Tools: There will not be mod tools for BFBC2. However a majority of the the games logic is controlled by the server and there will be Serverside control options for the dedicated servers.
Public Server Files: We will not distribute these publicly. There are many factors for why we have decided this with the biggest factor being security & integrity of our game & Dedicated Servers.

[Drayu]

Wow, no mod tools.....that does not make Drayu happy.

[SnaKe]

^We dont know if that will be true for the final release. Plus it took them a long time after the final release of BF2 to release the mod tools. And if I recall correctly, Dice/EA released the mod tools in 2 parts. They held up the release of the 2nd part of the tools for some reason. I assume to slow down the modders though. Remember how long it took for the first BF2 mods to show up? It took forever, I want to say at least 2yrs after the initial release.

[Crotch-Rot]

Public Server Files: We will not distribute these publicly. There are many factors for why we have decided this with the biggest factor being security & integrity of our game & Dedicated Servers.

I wonder if it's even possible to run an unranked server at all for BC2.

[JustMeBF2]

I wonder if it's even possible to run an unranked server at all for BC2.


Anti Cheat: We're going with PunkBuster supporting the same options BF2 and BF2142 had to run unranked without PunkBuster.

I think they going back to like in BF2 when only "trusted" server providers could put the game on your dedicated server.

[Crotch-Rot]

That's an oddly formed sentence. Sounds like they're saying, without PB your server is going to be unranked. With BF2, we have the server files to set up unranked servers. But for this release, it is sounding like they're saying they are not distributing the server files altogether. In any case, without the ability to set up servers and w/o mod tools, there won't be any mods. IMO, this is like getting fucked w/ a dinner and a reach around where-as MW2 is just a straight fuck w/o any extras.

[[W33T] Joker]

I am glad that this is coming out soon but..I really really hate PunkBuster..can't they go with someone else..and wtf no mod tool BS that.

[JustMeBF2]

Like Snake said and I agree, The mod tools will probably be released at a later date.

[Ruci]

March 2010 is pretty far off. :thumbsdown: And why the f#$k do you need to go to best buy or gamestop to get a damn beta key. Wow, this may be a start of a new era to reserve a beta key(marketing BS).

How is that any different then having to be a fileplanet subscriber?

[Bonez]

yea, the file planet subscribe does kinda suck.

it looks like they were only talking about the demo their putting up in terms of mod tools and such.

[infidel]

Reserved my copy and am awaiting my beta key on the 28th. Suggestion, gamestop doesn't charge until it ships, I'm unsure how the preorder works on the EA site. Way I look at it is I get the perks, extra weapons and I get to try it before March for free.

As for mod tools, I also agree that they will be released in time. BF2 didn't come with mod tools if I remember correctly and the frostbite 2 engine is completely new. Just going to take some time.

And crotch, MW2 wasnt just a straight fuck, it was prision rape.

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

In terms of mod tools, they may just skip releasing any for this game and focus more on the modding aspect for BF3

[Crotch-Rot]

And crotch, MW2 wasnt just a straight fuck, it was prision rape.

LOL! Yeah, but it's a fun rape though...

[infidel]

LOL! Yeah, but it's a fun rape though...

Cant rape the willing!

[Ruci]

Cant rape the willing!

PWN!!

[papasan9]

just read this,

because im biased i am choosing to believe drayu and that mod tools will be released later, it has the the reason for battlefield series success... all the bfs would have been history after a year without the mods... so they will release them hopefully. they know that mods have added alot of extra dollars to their pocket.

i would really be upset if the modding ended with bf2.

however, im looking forward to the beta. might take a vacation day and soak up some early bf bc2.

[Ruci]

might take a vacation day and soak up some early bf bc2.

Yeah I'm not sure if i'll be feeling that well that day.... i might get a headache so bad that light affects it and I need to..... close the blinds ... yeah that's it.

[Nsane]

Releasitus: the sudden onset of disease usually occuring when a major game's beta or release date occurs. Cure? Play said beta/game.

[SnaKe]

:lol:

[JustMeBF2]

preordered with free overnight shipping at gamestop.

[Ruci]

preordered with free overnight shipping at gamestop.

how did you get free overnight?

[JustMeBF2]

how did you get free overnight?


Coupon code BADCO good thru 1/21/09

http://www.gamestop.com/thedeal

[Kriv]

nice. Ordered this morning.

[Wibby]

Ordered mine this morning.

[infidel]

Dang, free over night? I'm going to cancel and reorder!

[Crotch-Rot]

Coupon code BADCO good thru 1/21/09

http://www.gamestop.com/thedeal

The BADCO code must have expired. This link is showing me the code Save $5.00 and receive free ground shipping on any title priced $49.99 or more!

Add any title priced $49.99 or more to your cart.

Enter coupon code GME20 into the coupon code box on your shopping cart page.
Note: Only one code allowed per checkout.

Proceed to checkout as normal & select Ground as your shipping method. Your discount will be applied at checkout!

[Ragan]

The Offer expired at 11:59 AM, damn I knew I should have bought it this morning when I got home from work, damn me for being tired and wanting a good days rest.

[Crotch-Rot]

The Offer expired at 11:59 AM, damn I knew I should have bought it this morning when I got home from work, damn me for being tired and wanting a good days rest.

That's so odd... You'd think that it'd be for 11:59PM...

[Drayu]

what! I missed it? I was at freaking work all day! and to think, the one day I actually work...it bites me in the ass!

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

Anyone know a good place to pre-order for shipping to Canada?\

My total for gamestop came out to 65 bucks. Fuck that.

I just want to pre-order to gain access to the beta. or can I get access another way?

[Ruci]

You could pre-order from gamestop get into the beta then switch it to instore pickup. You don't get charged until it's shipped anyways.

Or you can do digital download from EA. (I don't really like their downloader though personally it seems pieced together poorly.)
http://eastore.ea.com/store/ea/en_US/DisplayProductDetailsPage/productID.165578400?resid=S1jwsgoBAkYAABMAukYAAAA4&rests=1264119985669

[[W33T] Joker]

I can't wait for Demo to come out.

[Drayu]

Ordered and paid for overnight shipping :(

[Ragan]

I did also drayu, after the offer for free overnight :( But I did use the $5.00 off shipping so it only cost $59.99 so I saved a little cash.

[Drayu]

$5 off? for overnight shipping? wtf!!!!! I didn't see that!

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

You could pre-order from gamestop get into the beta then switch it to instore pickup. You don't get charged until it's shipped anyways.[/url]

Hmm, can I pick up from EBgames? There's no gamestops in Canada I don't think. And they're the same owner, aren't they?

[Hellcat]

I think so Filthy, looks like Steam's got a pre-order for limited edition as well.

[Bonez]

Hmm, can I pick up from EBgames? There's no gamestops in Canada I don't think. And they're the same owner, aren't they?
gamestop and eb are the same thing, checking tomorrow if i can get myself a beta :P

[LordBeer]

I think so Filthy, looks like Steam's got a pre-order for limited edition as well.

Just saw that myself. I've been waiting for that. :D

[Wibby]

I just looked at it on steam and you can get the beta from them as well. Looks like the only reason to go with gamestop is to get the silenced AK they are offering.

[Ragan]

I may cancel my gamestop online order then, I prefer steam for all my pc games.

[Drayu]

Gamestop had more than the ak when I ordered it. I will have to check and copy paste it when I get to a computer and not my phone.

[Drayu]

This was also included:
The Battlefield Bad Company 2 Limited Edition comes with:

* 4 x Vehicle Warfare Unlocks
o Improved Vehicle Armor – An Up-Armor package mounted on all vehicle types decreases the effect of both explosive and penetrating warheads, significantly improving vehicle survivability.
o Vehicle Alternate Fire - Additional weapon packages mounted for the driver of all armored vehicles, greatly expands the range of targets the vehicle can successfully engage and destroy.
o Vehicle Motion Sensor – Upgraded Sensor to locate enemy units in direct proximity to the vehicle.
o Tracer Dart Pistol – Launched by compressed air, this magnetic dart attaches to any vehicle surface, allows friendly shoulder launched rockets to lock on to and track moving targets even beyond line of sight.
* 2 x Classic Battlefield 1943 Weapons
o M1A1 Submachine Gun – Popular with Paratrooper and Commando units in WW2 for its rate of fire and stopping power the M1A1 is still seen in the hands of paramilitaries today. Reliable but heavy, this classic weapon is still a powerful force in the hands of a Battlefield Veteran.
o M1911 Pistol – Adopted in 1911 by the US Army the M1911 saw heavy service in WW1, WW2, Korea and Vietnam. Highly customized M1911 are still favored by Special Operations forces for its reliability and the power of its large .45 caliber round

[Wibby]

You get all that with any preorder you do no matter where you go. The way that they word the bit about getting the silenced AK makes it seem like it is already in the game but just an unlockable that gamestop customers get first.

Reserve Battlefield: Bad Company 2 and get instant access to the AKS-74 assault rifle for multiplayer action. Firing over 650 rounds a minute, this silent but deadly little beauty will give you maximum pwnage over your friends and enemies. Available for online and in-store customers, while supplies last.

Online Customers: Code to unlock the AKS-74 assault rifle and redemption instructions will be emailed to reservation customers one day prior to the game's release.

In-Store Customers: A pre-order card with code and instructions for downloading the AKS-74 assault rifle will be arriving in stores shortly before the game's release date.

[Killerfurby6]

just got my beta key today!!

[EANeuspeed]

So how much do you have to put down to pre-order the game?

[papasan9]

if you preorder online, you are paying for it all. although, with gamestop you arent billed until it ships.

if you walk into an ebgames and preorder and pick up on release day, normally they require $5 to reserve the game. then pay in full when pick up. in store preorder does not include beta key that im aware of.

here is the latest ea blog on the beta and preorder w/beta key links

http://www.totalgamingnetwork.com/main/showthread.php?234590-Update-on-Bad-Company-2-Beta

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

Is it even possible to gain access to the beta without pre-ordering?

also I heard that even if I pre-order at my local EB Games that I won't get access to the beta... it's exclusive to online or something.

That's bullshit, cause there's no link in there for Canadians to buy online unless they order from US and get ass raped in shipping.

FUCK

[Wibby]

Is it even possible to gain access to the beta without pre-ordering?

also I heard that even if I pre-order at my local EB Games that I won't get access to the beta... it's exclusive to online or something.

That's bullshit, cause there's no link in there for Canadians to buy online unless they order from US and get ass raped in shipping.

FUCK

Go the steam route. You won't get a physical copy but as far as I know you'll get access to the beta.

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

The thing that concerns me with Steam is all the problems I see people post about having issues using patches or mods.

Anyone have problems with steam so far in this regard? If not, I'll probably pre-order

[Ragan]

I have never had a patching error other than it patching when the program starts up on computer start up and that is the time I am often wanting to do something else with my internet connection. As for buying a game pre-release, I did it once and had only one problem with installing and that was L4D2, which they said it had a bug that popped up and you just had to do the verify game cache in the game properties. I enjoy steam and have ordered this one on it again.

[Ruci]

It's not an issue of the patching not working properly, but instead an issue with the release date of the patch. The release date of a steam patch is usually later than the patches for the stand alone game.

[LordBeer]

I'll use IL-2 as an example for rather tardy Steam patches. Steam is about 3 months behind on getting the latest patch into their system. I just used the normal patch to get it up to date. The only real problem with it was telling the patch where the location of the game was. I'd also seen people manually install patches for Red Faction Guerrilla.

This doesnt mean that Bad Company 2 will allow this, but Im not that worried about it. As long as you dont verify the game files in Steam, I dont see how it'll be an issue. (That would remove any changes made by a user installed patch) Although to be 100% honest, this is wishful thinking since I have no idea how it will really work.

[=HR=Gumby!!!]

So if Steam is proving to be a problem, what would hinder you from downloading an ISO of the game dics and installing normally using the key you bought through Steam?

[Ruci]

That may work too. I'm just saying if there is a chance of that happening I'm going to just avoid it.

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

Hmm you have an interesting theory Gumby.

I really want to skip the whole Steam debacle, though, and instead buy a hard copy.

I just want access to the Beta :(

[FozzyBear]

So if Steam is proving to be a problem, what would hinder you from downloading an ISO of the game dics and installing normally using the key you bought through Steam?


I don't think I have ever gotten a key from STEAM....

Pretty sure they don't use keys. Could be wrong :dunno:

[Killerdraft]

i have got keys from steam ... u have to right click the game from games taband u will see it somewhere there.

[Killerfurby6]

here are some news about the beta starting time etc.
http://blogs.battlefield.ea.com/battlefield_bad_company/archive/2010/01/26/big-battfield-bad-company-2-pc-beta-blog-of-epic-goodness.aspx##
Big Battfield Bad Company 2 PC Beta Blog of Epic Goodness!
BY: GordonVanDyke POSTED: Jan 26, 2010, 11:33AM COMMENTS: 40 (Login Required to Comment)
When's the Beta

First, let's start by making the official time and date of the Beta the start of this Blog in what will be and EPIC moment in DICE's PC History! The PC Beta begins this Thursday, January 28th at approximately 6pm CET, 12pm EST, and 9am PST time!!!!!!! :-D



Where to Get It

The Client will be downloadable from server partner websites and Steam starting at the above listed time at a file size of 1.5GB. Here's a hyper-link reminder http://bit.ly/4GJk2a on which retailers will provide PC Beta access through pre-ordering.



Why we're Having a Beta

The Beta is happening for many reasons, like testing the infrastructure, hosting stability, and gameplay tuning (FOV, Weapon Balance, etc...) that no amount of internal testing could provide better than real world exposure. This means there will also be times of choppiness, lag, disconnects, CTDs or other issues a Beta version of any MP game would have. We'll have feedback methods similar to the PS3 Beta as well to ensure your input is gathered and heard.



Advanced warning: there will be things updated in the final game, like a Server browser with more functions, optimizations, performance tweaks, and learning's from the Beta.



This truly is a Beta, so remember that all feedback is appreciated and wanted! :-)



Hosting the Beta

Renting of Beta servers will not be possible, but we'll work closely with all our RSPs* to ensure there is always enough capacity for each individual regions.



Where to Download the Beta

We'll distribute with many partners as possible to ensure the fastest DLs no matter your location around the world. Current know locations and methods will be EADM, Steam, Torrents (only get this from legit sources, i.e. an RSP*), and all our RSP's.



Getting Started In the Beta
STEP 1: Make sure you have at least 5GB free on your HDD and then download and Install BFBC2! :-D
STEP 2: Once installation is completed (install size will be around 1.5GB) start the client and click the login button. You will then be prompted to sign in with your EA Account. If you don't have an EA Account you'll be able to create one in the same screen. (You may also create your EA Account in advance HERE)
STEP 3: Enter the unique PC Beta Code during the log in process to authenticate your participation in the Beta.
Step 4: Create your Soldier name (this will lock that name to your EA account for retail if you want to keep it).



Note: You will not be able to play or access any multiplayer menus without being authenticated. After the Beta Key is registered it will be tied to your EA Account and no longer valid for new registrations. Our game will use SecuROM for the Beta and Final games .exe, for more info on how SecuROM works in BFBC2 please read this Blog to learn about it in more detail.



* Ranked Server Provider (RSP)



//GvD

[=HR=Gumby!!!]

Right click in most non valve games in steam. In the context menu click View CD Key

[SnaKe]

Right click in most non valve games in steam. In the context menu click View CD Key
I may have missed the flow of this conversation but I'm sure you understand that CD keys are not the same as beta keys.

[=HR=Gumby!!!]

I may have missed the flow of this conversation but I'm sure you understand that CD keys are not the same as beta keys.

Indeed they are different. The thrust (giggity) of the last bit of the thread was about workarounds for the (sometimes) differences in Steam and non-steam patch release times on the after the release of the game.

Using that key you can install the game independent of steam if the need should arise.

[SnaKe]

Indeed they are different. The thrust (giggity) of the last bit of the thread was about workarounds for the (sometimes) differences in Steam and non-steam patch release times on the after the release of the game.

Using that key you can install the game independent of steam if the need should arise.
Got ya. :thumbsup:

[papasan9]

got my beta key....

[Drayu]

got my beta key too.....just can't download ...can't find where to.

[papasan9]

my email says: starting tomorrow morning at 8am cst, you can download at the beta url using that key...
the download url wont be until tomorrow morning.

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

Torrent link for beta (totally legal - does not include beta key): http://scyther.se/BFBC2_PC_ClosedBeta_RC1_511270_Client.zip.torrent

[SnaKe]

I just got my beta key!!!!

:woot::woot::woot::woot::woot:

Damn I was nervous!

[SnaKe]

Downloading the beta now!!!!

:woot: :cheers: :minigun: :woot: :cheers: :minigun: :woot: :cheers: :minigun: :woot: :cheers: :minigun: :woot: :cheers: :minigun: :woot: :cheers: :minigun: :woot: :cheers: :minigun: :woot: :cheers: :minigun: :woot: :cheers: :minigun:

[Crotch-Rot]

LOL @ Snake! Just like the last time I saw him in a strip club...

[[W33T] TorTurE]

One hour and one minute left for my Beta Download!

[=HR=Gumby!!!]

Pleasantly surprised by Steam! Downloading at a stable 2MB+/s Should be done in about 10-15mins. Just enough time to change from the office clothes and make a sammich.

[SnaKe]

Go to this link to talk about the beta once you've loaded it and had a chance to play.

http://www.warishellgaming.com/forums/showthread.php?t=25679

[Drayu]

downloading now.

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

Got my beta key from Gamestop.

Re-downloading client. Lets see if it works this time.

[[W33T] Joker]

where the fuck do you get dam key and download link?

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

Joker you have to pre-order the game for a key you douchebag :P

The download link is everywhere. Check http://blogs.battlefield.ea.com/


I can't even install the piece of shit. Pretty goddam annoying.

There's NO help for the "VC8 runtime redistributable package was not install successfully" when searching on google, either. Looks like I'm 1 of 3 people who have ever encountered the error.

FCK

EDIT: "VC8" I think refers to Visual C++ runtime 2008. I've reinstalled it. Still doesn't work.

[Ragan]

Okay, first impressions, its fun, fast paced and easy to die. I love the mounted machine gun with the shield, I traded shots with three snipers behind some rocks for 5 minutes till I was getting flanked and had to take down some other guys leaving me open to the snipers. Its gunna be a blast when the game is finished if DICE doesnt continue its abandonment of its games after release. I dont see much need for the health boxes that Medics can drop with the abilty to regen life ala COD. Vehicles are cool, its hard to shoot people, anyone really, weapons have a huge kick. That will probably take time to learn how to shoot in the game.

[FiLTHY_SNiPER]

At least one WiH'er is having fun

[Drayu]

not sure why you are having those probs Filthy, sorry :( I installed without issue on my Win7 64 :(

[[W33T] Joker]

wtf..pre-order..i am just gonna wait until final game come out hopefully by then most of problem are gone. jumping on PS3 :)

[[W33T] Joker]

ok downloading this game now..got beta key Thanks to Tavs.