I can't stand all of the people who are removing their pre-orders because of a beta. The beta is, at the present date, approximately two months old. How ridiculous is it that people assume the final game will be like that? You should know that DICE has been working on that since well before it was officially released to the public and has most indubitably put in some sleepless nights since that point in time.

For those that don't realize, it probably takes about a month for the beta to be released to the console public (i.e. PSN and XBL users) so they probably had a beta for the beta to make sure it was appropriate for the target audience. It makes sense. The weeks that takes, they probably dealt with some of the glitches such as falling into the Earth it being impossible to get back out (sometimes not even being able to kill yourself with a grenade to reset yourself), the hit detection, etc.

I don't even want to bother with the people who want the laser and flashlight turned down. I understand wanting it changed for teammates, or wanting it off when you respawn, so you can click it on at your leisure. However, people complaining because you can't see someone are simply not good enough at the game. Based off the location of where they light is, you should be able to aim at the center (or just slightly below it), knowing where your target reticule is. From there...pull the trigger. Then they die. it was that easy for me.

It's a ginormous disadvantage when people have it on from across the map. Makes them especially noticeable to the snipers in the game. Everything has their negatives. I can't even tell you how many times I was able to save myself because I saw the laser pointer in my eyes, then bolted another direction. You take the good with the bad, and you take risks using those things. People need to stop complaining and adjust to games.

I can't stand all of the people who are removing their pre-orders because of a beta. The beta is, at the present date, approximately two months old. How ridiculous is it that people assume the final game will be like that? You should know that DICE has been working on that since well before it was officially released to the public and has most indubitably put in some sleepless nights since that point in time.

For those that don't realize, it probably takes about a month for the beta to be released to the console public (i.e. PSN and XBL users) so they probably had a beta for the beta to make sure it was appropriate for the target audience. It makes sense. The weeks that takes, they probably dealt with some of the glitches such as falling into the Earth it being impossible to get back out (sometimes not even being able to kill yourself with a grenade to reset yourself), the hit detection, etc.

I don't even want to bother with the people who want the laser and flashlight turned down. I understand wanting it changed for teammates, or wanting it off when you respawn, so you can click it on at your leisure. However, people complaining because you can't see someone are simply not good enough at the game. Based off the location of where they light is, you should be able to aim at the center (or just slightly below it), knowing where your target reticule is. From there...pull the trigger. Then they die. it was that easy for me.

It's a ginormous disadvantage when people have it on from across the map. Makes them especially noticeable to the snipers in the game. Everything has their negatives. I can't even tell you how many times I was able to save myself because I saw the laser pointer in my eyes, then bolted another direction. You take the good with the bad, and you take risks using those things. People need to stop complaining and adjust to games.

My problem is the finished game won't be the same as the beta. Some of the changes they're making don't appeal to me.

I made complaints about the beta, but I hadn't pre-ordered. I didn't like how Medal of Honor-ish it felt, but that was primarily because of the lack of planes and tanks. The beta map (for PS3/360) didn't show off Battlefield 3's vehicle emphasis, which is what a lot of Battlefield players want. Regardless of bugs, if the game ran perfectly, I don't think it would have appealed to everyone either. Still, I'm going to get the game, and I'm sure it'll be pretty good.

I'm not going to cancel my Pre-order, I really enjoyed the Beta, knowing it was a Beta.

Some people will cancel their pre-orders, and that's fine. But Battlefield 3 will still make a shit ton of money.

I didn't pre-order but the beta didn't fill me with confidence. I'll keep reminding myself it's just a beta though.

I don't really care what the games is or how it looks like. As long this game is fun, I still wanna play Battlefield 3, no matter what.

People need to stop complaining and adjust to games.

I can't stand all of the people who are removing their pre-orders because of a beta. The beta is, at the present date, approximately two months old. How ridiculous is it that people assume the final game will be like that? You should know that DICE has been working on that since well before it was officially released to the public and has most indubitably put in some sleepless nights since that point in time.

not to get all up on my soapbox and shit...but you know what suck?

PRE-ORDERS!

@Evilmetal: now this man deserves a soapbox

I don't have issues with people who didn't like the beta, or were disappointed by it, or hoped that features in BF2 made it into the game etc.

I just can't stand hyperbole entitled cunts who stand on their soap boxes saying "FUCK YOU DICE, YOU REMOVED COMMANDER MODE, HOW COULD YOU FUCK ME LIKE THIS?" Get a fucking grip. As someone who works in the games industry, these people really piss me off.

@Evilmetal: I DONT get WHY some of YOUR words are in capitals WHILE others are not. Are you trying to EMPHASIZE a point ?

@Deathmachine117 said:

@Evilmetal: I DONT get WHY some of YOUR words are in capitals WHILE others are not. Are you trying to EMPHASIZE a point ?

It's because of those capitals that I didn't read it all, I mean wtf is he shouting for.

@huntad said:

I made complaints about the beta, but I hadn't pre-ordered. I didn't like how Medal of Honor-ish it felt, but that was primarily because of the lack of planes and tanks. The beta map (for PS3/360) didn't show off Battlefield 3's vehicle emphasis, which is what a lot of Battlefield players want. Regardless of bugs, if the game ran perfectly, I don't think it would have appealed to everyone either. Still, I'm going to get the game, and I'm sure it'll be pretty good.

Whats Medal of Honor?

This is the sequel to BF2 not BC2.... So, ya something to think about.

@SpencerTucksen said:

I can't stand all of the people who are removing their pre-orders because of a beta. The beta is, at the present date, approximately two months old. How ridiculous is it that people assume the final game will be like that? You should know that DICE has been working on that since well before it was officially released to the public and has most indubitably put in some sleepless nights since that point in time.

Let me fix that for you:

I can't stand all of the people who pre-ordered the game based on the state of the beta. The beta is, at the present date, approximately two months old. How ridiculous is it that people assume the final game will miraculously fix everything? You should know that DICE has a consistent track record of releasing buggy and unfinished game despite working on them for countless sleepless nights.

See what i did there? This rant is so ridiculous. Ranting about other people that are conscious about their investments and would rather be sure the game is truly functional before buying is the worst kind of meaningless complaints out there.

I have a list of deal-breaking features and bugs that they need to address before i consider buying this game so why should i keep a pre-order instead of waiting for reviews that will confirm if indeed all the problems of this beta have been fixed or not.

Edit: BTW people i don't think what i say when i "fixed" his quote, that was merely done to illustrate how dumb this whole rant really is. I mind my own business when it comes to what i buy and everyone should do the same.

Beta actually sold me on pre-ordering. Can't wait to revive more teammates for all those points!!! :D

I'm fairly sure the OP just meant that people shouldn't be treating the beta as a true demo, and then turning around and complaining about things as if it were a finished product.

Things like falling through the ground and whatnot are obviously going to be rectified, but if these players still hate the maps and gameplay etc. then that's their own fault. Not the developers'.

edit: And yes, I will be buying the game because I really enjoyed playing in the beta, warts and all. It seems like a shooter I can finally get really into and be competitive.

@MrXD said:

I don't really care what the games is or how it looks like. As long this game is fun, I still wanna play Battlefield 3, no matter what.

+1