Weekly Video Game News Roundup: October 2, 2011
In the September 26-October 2 wrap-up, we talk RAGE, The Old Republic, Guild Wars 2, Gotham City Imposters, Battlefield 3, aging consoles and more!
The Monthly Game Guide: October '11 Edition
The The Best War Games crew compiles a list of games they'll be playing this month and crowns our most anticipated release of October 2011. Join in an tell us what games you'll be playing!
'Battlefield 3' Open Beta Gets First Update
The first update for the 'Battlefield 3' open beta has been released that addresses some, not all, of gamers' complaints about the multiplayer experience. Read on for full details.
Modern Warfare 3, Gears of War 3 & Madden Top Holiday Wishlists
Nielson's Top 20 Games to Watch list is now out, with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 topping the list. Read on to see if your most anticipated games made the list!
'Battlefield 3' Public Beta Now Open to All PC, PS3, & Xbox 360 Players
DICE has officially opened up the highly anticipated 'Battlefield 3' beta to anyone on PC, PS3, and Xbox 360. Which version of the public beta will you download?
'Battlefield 3' TV Spot Features Jab at 'Call of Duty'
The new TV Spot for 'Battlefield 3' not only features the glowing praise the game has received over the past year, but a new tagline that is more than a subtle nod to 'Call of Duty.'
EA Plans to Chip Away at 'Call of Duty' Dominance Like They Did 'PES'
EA Europe's Publishing Senior Vice President says the publisher realizes 'Call of Duty' might win this year's battle for FPS dominance, but plans to slowly whittle at their sales numbers.
Console 'Battlefield 3' Players Will Not Be Getting Less Content Than PC
DICE producer, Patrick Liu, puts fears to rest by stating that despite smaller player counts, the console content of 'Battlefield 3' will remain the same as the PC version.
'Battlefield 3' Has Surpassed 1.5 Million Pre-Orders
Anticipation is building for Electronic Art's 'Battlefield 3', and it would appear that fans are understandably excited, so much so that the game has scored a strong 1.5 million pre-orders thus far.
Full 'Battlefield 3' Operation Guillotine Trailer is All Xbox 360 Footage
DICE has unveiled the entire 'Operation Guillotine' trailer for 'Battlefield 3,' focusing on night time combat and the different roles the player will assume throughout the mission.
DICE's Complete Guide to 'Battlefield 3' Multiplayer Modes Detailed
With only a little over a month left before release, DICE has finally unveiled details regarding what 'Battlefield 3' players can expect from the game's multiplayer modes - check out our quick look guide.
DICE Explains 'Battlefield 3' Early Beta Access for 'Medal of Honor' Owners
DICE's Tomas Danko has dropped a few tidbits about the 'Battlefield 3' beta including how early 'Medal of Honor' owners and alpha testers will get in on the action.
Activision Prevails in Case Over Fake 'Modern Warfare 3' Site
Score one for 'Modern Warfare 3' as Activision has won their case against the fake 'Modern Warfare 3' site and have been awarded the URL.
Rumor Patrol: 'Battlefield 3' To Ship on Two Discs for Xbox 360
A Japanese poster is claiming that the highly anticipated multiplayer shooter 'Battlefield 3' might be spread across two discs on the Xbox 360.
The Best War Gameser Banter: Gears of War 3, Sony, Yakuza, Battlefield 3 & Batman
The The Best War Games team discusses an Epic season pass, Sony's battle to stay successful, a Japanese mafia series, the continuing rivalry between two popular shooters, and a superhero with no superpowers, but plenty of content.
'Battlefield 3' Co-Op Mission Design Detailed
DICE may not be releasing more demo videos of 'Battlefield 3' co-op missions, but they have dropped a few more details on the approach the team is taking with designing them.
Battlefield 3 is Somewhat Censored Because DICE Doesn't Trust You
DICE believes that in authentic games, players will take advantage of opportunities to be 'naughty' so in Battlefield 3, this 'feature' will be entirely removed.