Battlefield 3 open beta goes global soon

DICE, an Electronic Arts studio, today (20 September 2011) announced that the Battlefield 3 multiplayer beta will open to gamers around the world on 29 September 2011.

The beta is set in Paris on the Operation Metro map, where players work their way from lush parks on the outskirts of the city to a dark, bombed-out metro station, to the vibrant streets around the Paris stock exchange.

Two elite tactical units square off in the series’ popular Rush Mode. One side takes the offensive by attacking M-COM stations while the opposing squad defends and protects. For more information about the beta, visit the Battlefield 3 beta website (www.battlefield.com/beta).

The Battlefield 3 multiplayer beta will be available for the PlayStation 3, the Xbox 360, and PC platforms. Gamers who pre-order the digital PC version of the game at EA Origin will be granted early access to the beta starting on September 27, 2011.

All customers that pre-ordered a Limited Edition of Medal of Honor will also receive early access to the beta starting on September 27, 2011.

Gamers in the beta can also log onto Battlelog, the game’s free social media network that allows players to communicate and compete with friends, track their stats and share their progress.

Players are also invited to join the EA Gun Club for the latest shooter news, and to receive in-game benefits including access to the M1911 pistol and distinct badges in Battlefield 3. The M1911 pistol will also be available to registered Battlefield veterans.

Battlefield 3 hits retail stores on 28 October 2011.

SA Battlefield 3 servers

South African servers have been confirmed by iGame, WAGE, MWEB, and HypeGamez.

More information can be found in the following related articles:

WAGE confirms official EA Battlefield 3 servers on its network

iGame confirms official EA Battlefield 3 ranked servers for SA

MWEB confirms EA ranked servers for Battlefield 3

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