Battlefield 3 Coverage Coming Soon, EA To Release Day One Patch

More than a few readers have asked on the forums, and in news article comments, what the status of our Battlefield 3 review is. We know that Battlefield 3 is one of the most anticipated games of the year and we can’t wait to cover it.

Electronic Arts issued a statement to us yesterday afternoon regarding a Day One patch that will hit Xbox Live as early as Monday morning. This patch implements fixes and feedback from the recent multiplayer beta.

“DICE are perfectionists -- they will not stop polishing the game until it is in your hands. The Day 1 update incorporates real-time feedback from the beta, ensuring that the consumer experience on launch day is outstanding. It is the actual consumer experience that we wish to be reviewed. The game with the Day 1 update will be available for review on Oct. 25.” - Statement as released by E.A

We’ll receive our review copy sometime Monday, and obviously reviewing it just 24 hours after receiving it wouldn’t be doing the game justice. We plane to post a video comparison between the HD and “SD” texture packs for noon on launch day. As well we will have our initial impressions of the campaign for all to read come Tuesday afternoon.

Our final verdict and multiplayer breakdown will come later on in the week. Rest assured we know how important Battlefield 3 is to the community. We’re just as excited to get our hands on the game as you are!