Battlefield 3: installation and first launch
DICE
Check the system requirements and access conditions before starting Battlefield 3. The game access panel provides the instructions for your selected access.
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About Battlefield 3
Ramp up the intensity in Battlefield™ 3 and enjoy total freedom to fight the way you want. Explore 29 massive multiplayer maps and use loads of vehicles, weapons, and gadgets to help you turn up the heat. Plus, every second of battle gets you closer to unlocking tons of extras and moving up in the Ranks. So get in the action. Key features Play to your strengths — The 4 player classes — Assault, Engineer, Support, and Recon — each have specialties, and working together is key to victory. Go anywhere, do anything — Commandeer any vehicle you come across, from tanks and buggies to helicopters…
System requirements
- OS *: Windows 7 64-bit
- Processor: 2 GHz Dual Core (Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz or Althon X2 2.7 GHz)
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Graphics card (AMD): DirectX 10.1 compatible with 512 MB RAM (ATI Radeon 3000, 4000, 5000 or 6000 series, with ATI Radeon 3870 or higher performance) Graphics card (NVIDIA): DirectX 10.0 compatible with 512 MB RAM (NVIDIA GeForce 8, 9, 200, 300, 400 or 500 series with NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GT or higher performance)
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 20 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX Compatible
Frequently asked questions
Where can I check access conditions for Battlefield 3?
Open the game page and access panel. Check availability and the instructions for your access before subscribing. Ask support if any conditions are unclear.
How much does it cost?
Current plans are published on the subscription page. Your access period depends on the selected plan. A one-month catalog subscription costs 7 USDT. See the subscription page for other plans and the final payment amount.
Do online modes work?
No. The subscription is for single-player: online modes and online co-op are not available.
What affects the time until the first launch?
Download size, connection speed, component installation and any required activation. Finish installation and follow the access panel instructions.
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