Difference between revisions of "Battlefield 3"
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===Displaying the FPS=== | ===Displaying the FPS=== | ||
[[File:BF3FPSOverlay.png|290px|thumb|right|In-game FPS (top-right) and performance overlay (bottom-left).]] | [[File:BF3FPSOverlay.png|290px|thumb|right|In-game FPS (top-right) and performance overlay (bottom-left).]] | ||
− | + | {{Fixbox|1= | |
− | + | {{Fixbox/fix|Render.DrawFps true or Render.DrawFps 1}} | |
− | You can also see your CPU and GPU performance | + | # Open the console by pressing the tilde button (~) |
− | + | # Input either <code>Render.DrawFps true</code> or <code>Render.DrawFps 1</code> | |
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+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} You can also see your CPU and GPU performance by inputting either <code>Render.PerfOverlayVisible</code> or <code>Render.PerfOverlayVisible 1</code> | ||
+ | }} | ||
===Optimal video settings=== | ===Optimal video settings=== | ||
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|steam_cloud = | |steam_cloud = | ||
|steam_cloud_notes = | |steam_cloud_notes = | ||
− | |origin =true | + | |origin = true |
|origin_notes = | |origin_notes = | ||
|uplay = | |uplay = | ||
|uplay_notes = | |uplay_notes = | ||
− | |gamesave_manager =true | + | |gamesave_manager = true |
|gamesave_manager_notes = | |gamesave_manager_notes = | ||
− | |gamestow =true | + | |gamestow = true |
|gamestow_notes = | |gamestow_notes = | ||
− | |synctocloud =true | + | |synctocloud = true |
|synctocloud_notes = | |synctocloud_notes = | ||
|square_enix = | |square_enix = | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | == Audio settings == | + | ==Audio settings== |
{{Audio settings | {{Audio settings | ||
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
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{{Fixbox/fix|Edit PROF_SAVE_profile}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Edit PROF_SAVE_profile}} | ||
# Navigate to the game's [[#Save game location|save folder]]. | # Navigate to the game's [[#Save game location|save folder]]. | ||
− | # Edit the file | + | # Edit the file <code>PROF_SAVE_profile</code> using Notepad. |
# Modify the entry <code>GstRender.FullscreenEnabled</code> to <code>0</code> | # Modify the entry <code>GstRender.FullscreenEnabled</code> to <code>0</code> | ||
# Modify the entry <code>GstRender.FullscreenScreen</code> to <code>1</code> | # Modify the entry <code>GstRender.FullscreenScreen</code> to <code>1</code> | ||
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===TCP Ports=== | ===TCP Ports=== | ||
{{ii}} Make sure the following ports are open for smooth gameplay:<ref>http://battlelog.battlefield.com/bf3/news/view/2832654773849669037</ref> | {{ii}} Make sure the following ports are open for smooth gameplay:<ref>http://battlelog.battlefield.com/bf3/news/view/2832654773849669037</ref> | ||
− | + | {{ii}} 80, 443, 9988, 20000-29999, 22990, 17502, 42127 | |
===UDP Ports=== | ===UDP Ports=== | ||
{{ii}} Make sure the following ports are open for smooth gameplay: | {{ii}} Make sure the following ports are open for smooth gameplay: | ||
− | + | {{ii}} 3659, 14000-14016, 22990-23006, 25200-25300 | |
===Punkbuster=== | ===Punkbuster=== | ||
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===How to change the game language=== | ===How to change the game language=== | ||
− | If you've purchased a foreign version of the game and would like to play it in English, follow these steps. | + | [[File:Bf3_1.jpg|290px|thumb|right|]] |
+ | [[File:Bf3_2.jpg|290px|thumb|right|]] | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|1= | ||
+ | {{Fixbox/fix|Description}} | ||
+ | {{ii}} If you've purchased a foreign version of the game and would like to play it in English, follow these steps. | ||
+ | # Download the [http://www.cjs-cdkeys.com/battlefield-3-origin/bf3lang.torrent BF3 Language Pack] and extract the files to <code>C:\Program Files (x86)\Origin Games\Battlefield 3\Data\Win32\Loc</code> (or similar). | ||
+ | # Download the [http://www.cjs-cdkeys.com/battlefield-3-origin/march5.torrent second BF3 Language Pack] for the 5 March 2013 patch and extract the files to <code>C:\Program Files (x86)\Origin Games\Battlefield 3</code> (or similar). | ||
+ | # Update one of these registry keys: | ||
+ | ## For 32-bit users: <code>[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Electronic Arts\Battlefield 3]</code> | ||
+ | ## For 64-bit users: <code>[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node \Electronic Arts\Battlefield 3]</code> | ||
+ | # And one of these: | ||
+ | ## For 32-bit users: <code>HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Origin Games\DGR01609244</code> | ||
+ | ## For 64-bit users: <code>HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Origin Games\DGR01609244</code> | ||
+ | # Replace the circled keys (to the right on this page) with [[#Circled keys|the table below]]. | ||
− | + | '''Notes''' | |
− | + | {{ii}} If you receive "Error: Game data is corrupt" when launching Battlefield 3, download [https://hotfile.com/dl/197329329/9e55fa5/en.toc.html this file] and put it in C:\Program Files (x86)\Origin Games\Battlefield 3\Data\Win32\Loc (or similar) | |
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| Czech || GDFBinary_cs_CZ.dll || cs_CZ | | Czech || GDFBinary_cs_CZ.dll || cs_CZ | ||
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==System requirements== | ==System requirements== | ||
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|recOS = 7 | |recOS = 7 | ||
− | |recproc = Quad-core Intel/AMD | + | |recproc = Quad-core Intel / AMD |
|recmem = 4 GB | |recmem = 4 GB | ||
|recHD = 25.1 GB | |recHD = 25.1 GB |
Revision as of 22:24, 28 October 2013
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Developers | |
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DICE | |
Publishers | |
Electronic Arts | |
Engines | |
Frostbite 2 | |
Release dates | |
Windows | October 25, 2011 |
⤏ Go to series page | |
Battlefield 1942 | 2002 |
Battlefield Vietnam | 2004 |
Battlefield 2 | 2005 |
Battlefield 2142 | 2006 |
Battlefield Heroes | 2009 |
Battlefield: Bad Company 2 | 2010 |
Battlefield Online | 2010 |
Battlefield Play4Free | 2011 |
Battlefield 3 | 2011 |
Battlefield 4 | 2013 |
Battlefield Hardline | 2015 |
Battlefield 1 | 2016 |
Battlefield V | 2018 |
Battlefield 2042 | 2021 |
Key points
- Most bugs have been resolved with patches, minor updates released many months after the official release.[1]
- Unplayable on a standard definition television (below HD-ready display quality).
General information
- BF3 on Battlelog - PC section.
Availability
- All versions require Origin activation to play.
- Green Man Gaming frequently releases discount coupons up to 25% (which stack upon existing discounts unless otherwise mentioned).
Essential improvements
- TweakGuides has created a comprehensive guide for fixing issues in this game. It can be found here.
Displaying the FPS
Instructions |
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Optimal video settings
- You may use any configuration with-which you are satisfied. The following tips serve to balance graphical fidelity, function and performance.
- Setting textures to High will eliminate texture pop-in.
- Setting effects to Low is recommended. Other levels show no particular improvement.[2]
- Settings mesh to Ultra is recommended as it allows you to spot enemies at a greater distance.
- Setting terrain to Low is recommended. Other levels show no particular improvement.
- Set anisotropic filtering to the maximum value your PC can handle. Better AF comes as a minimal performance cost and significantly improves graphical fidelity.
Running the game on a separate partition/drive
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Alternatively you could just copy the battlefield 3 folder to somewhere else, uninstall it, change the default installation path in origin, move the copied folder to this new location and install it with origin.
Game data
- The files
meta.xml
,PROF_SAVE_body
,PROF_SAVE_header
andPROF_SAVE_profile
are the save files.
Save game cloud syncing
Template:Save Game Cloud Syncing
Video settings
Input settings
Audio settings
Issues unresolved
Game uses most of the computers memory
- Some users with AMD cards are reporting a memory leak that makes the game unplayable. Even after closing the game, Task manager still reports nearly full physical memory. Restarting the computer clears the memory. No real fix yet known.
Issues fixed
Character spins uncontrollably using an Acer PC
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"Game disconnected: something went wrong" error
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Game launches with no window, bf3.exe shows in Task Manager
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"Battlefield 3 has stopped working" error
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Crash when launching the game
- There are various potential fixes for this issue, they are listed below.
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Game crashes with a sound loop using an ASUS Xonar sound-card
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Crashes on 32-bit Windows
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Generic graphics issue fix
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NVIDIA GTX 500-series freezing or displaying bad graphics
Instructions |
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Game crashes while using an ASUS-brand GPU
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Black screen (AMD/ATI)
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Low GPU usage and FPS (AMD Crossfire)
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Origin error - "Could not activate"
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Origin error - "Problem with your setup, please reinstall"
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Game files installed, Origin claims that they are not
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Installation error: “Battlefield 3 (BF3) Install Fails, Cannot Install”
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Mouse lag when using the Steam overlay
Instructions |
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Network settings
TCP Ports
- Make sure the following ports are open for smooth gameplay:[3]
- 80, 443, 9988, 20000-29999, 22990, 17502, 42127
UDP Ports
- Make sure the following ports are open for smooth gameplay:
- 3659, 14000-14016, 22990-23006, 25200-25300
Punkbuster
- Update Punkbuster using the PBSetup utility to fix most issues.
Further Issues
- If you have the option in your router setup, put your IP in the DMZ. This fixes for example the issue where you cannot coop with a friend but otherwise the multiplayer works fine.
Other information
Enabling the Steam overlay
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How to change the game language
Instructions |
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Circled keys
Language | GDFBinary | Locale |
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English | GDFBinary_en_US.dll | en_US |
German | GDFBinary_de_DE.dll | de_DE |
French | GDFBinary_fr_FR.dll | fr_FR |
Italian | GDFBinary_it_IT.dll | it_IT |
Spanish | GDFBinary_es_ES.dll | es_ES |
Polish | GDFBinary_pl_PL.dll | pl_PL |
Japanese | GDFBinary_ja_JP.dll | ja_JP |
Czech | GDFBinary_cs_CZ.dll | cs_CZ |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | Vista SP2 | 7 |
Processor (CPU) | ||
System memory (RAM) | ||
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 20 GB | 25.1 GB |
Video card (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce 8800GT AMD Radeon HD3870 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX560 AMD Radeon HD6950 |
References
- ↑ Mentioned by players interviewed
- ↑ http://www.bit-tech.net/hardware/2011/11/10/battlefield-3-technical-analysis/1
- ↑ http://battlelog.battlefield.com/bf3/news/view/2832654773849669037
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