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− | + | # Close Origin (right click tray symbol > Exit). | |
− | + | # Go to <code>%PROGRAMDATA%\Electronic Arts\EA Services\License</code> | |
− | + | # Delete any files named <code>71067.dlf</code>, <code>70619</code> or <code>70169.dlf</code> | |
− | + | # Go to <code>%PROGRAMDATA%\Origin\DownloadCache</code> | |
− | + | # Delete all of the files in this folder. | |
− | + | # Restart your computer and launch Origin. | |
− | + | # Log into your Origin account and launch Battlefield 3 to force a license update. | |
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Revision as of 01:11, 18 January 2013
Template:Infobox Battlefield (series)
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
- Green Man Gaming frequently releases discount coupons up to 25% (which stack upon existing discounts unless otherwise mentioned).
Improvements
Displaying the FPS
if you want to see the FPS without using third-party software,you need to open the console by pressing the tilde button (~) and then typing:
render.drawfps 1
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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Game Data
Save game location
- The files
meta.xml
,PROF_SAVE_body
,PROF_SAVE_header
andPROF_SAVE_profile
are the save files.
Save game cloud syncing
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Video settings
Input settings
Issues and fixes
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Crashes
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Audio issues
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Graphics issues
- Before attempting any of these fixes, install the latest graphics drivers for your GPU and see if the problem persists.
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Installation and activation
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Overlay issues
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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.
System Requirements
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