The end of a game is always a great sadness, but when several games of the same franchise end simultaneously, it is enough to shed a little tear. This is the case with Battlefield.
Electronic Arts recently confirmed some news that will be a turning point for video game fans. Several iconic titles in the Battlefield series will soon be removed from digital storefronts and their online services will shut down permanently in November. Considering how beloved the episodes in question are (except for one), it's heartbreaking.
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The end for 3 Battlefield games
This decision particularly affects Battlefield 3. Often considered the best game in the franchise, as well as Battlefield 4 and Battlefield: Hardline. Starting July 31, Battlefield 3, Battlefield 4, and BF: Hardline will no longer be available for purchase on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. Then, on November 7, online services for these games will be permanently shut down. However, BF3 and BF4 will remain playable on PC. While Hardline will remain accessible on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC. However, this availability could also end over time. Suggesting a gradual disappearance of these games from current platforms.
This closure will also affect backwards compatibility. Thus preventing players from enjoying BF3 on Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One consoles. Such a move reflects the rapid evolution of the video game industry. Where flagship titles of an era become obsolete in favor of new innovations and more advanced technologies.
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Released in 2011, Battlefield 3 was met with universally positive reception, effortlessly rivaling titles like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. The game marked what many consider to be the peak of the Battlefield series. In 2013, Battlefield 4 continued that momentum, and in 2016, BF1 became the franchise's best-selling title, earning critical acclaim. Despite these successes, Battlefield 3 still holds a special place in the hearts of gamers.
The shutdown of these games' online servers is a reminder that the video game industry is constantly evolving. Titles that defined a generation often have to give way to new experiences. This transition can be seen with nostalgia, but it also highlights the constant innovation that characterizes this field. Players should prepare to say goodbye to these classics. While enthusiastically welcoming the new features that will continue to shape the future of the BF series.
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