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Battlefield 4™

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 • 2020

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Quick resume

Embrace unrivaled destruction in Battlefield 4™. Revel in the glorious chaos of all-out war packed with rewarding, tactical challenges in an interactive environment.

Global score

85/100

Genres

Action, Strategy, Shooter, Simulator

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    Pros

    • Large-scale, chaotic multiplayer with teamwork
    • Dynamic destruction and immersive sound design
    • Extensive weapon and vehicle customization
    • Active community and server availability
    • Strong post-launch support and dlc content

    Cons

    • Campaign is weak and buggy
    • Technical issues at launch and occasional bugs
    • Steep learning curve for new players
    • Server latency issues in some regions
    • Some maps are overplayed leading to repetition

    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Domination, Status. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Leadership, Cooperation. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Relaxation.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

    Motivations

    • Autonomy
      4

      "Players have freedom to choose classes, customize weapons and vehicles, and select strategies in large-scale battles."

    • Competence
      4

      "High skill ceiling with vehicle mastery, weapon handling, and tactical team play; players receive feedback and can improve."

    • Competition
      3

      "Multiplayer includes competitive modes with ranked servers and player skill comparison, though casual play is also common."

    • Continuation
      4

      "Many players report long play sessions, habitual engagement, and returning to the game years after release."

    • Cooperation
      5

      "Strong emphasis on teamwork with squad roles, class synergy, and coordinated objectives in multiplayer."

    • Creativity
      3

      "Customization of weapons, vehicles, and loadouts allows player expression and tactical variation."

    • Domination
      2

      "Some players seek to dominate others via skill and vehicle control, but balanced team play and mutual respect are common."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Players use the game to escape real life stress through immersive, chaotic warfare and cinematic experiences."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and enjoyment rather than obligation or pressure."

    • Experimenting
      3

      "Players try different classes, vehicles, weapons, and strategies to explore game mechanics and find new tactics."

    • Exploration
      3

      "Large, diverse maps and dynamic destruction encourage discovery and adapting to changing environments."

    • Expression
      3

      "Customization options for characters, weapons, and vehicles enable personal expression within multiplayer."

    • Fantasy
      3

      "The game offers an imaginative modern military combat experience with cinematic elements and large-scale battles."

    • Fellowship
      4

      "Players feel part of a community through squad play, voice comms, and shared multiplayer achievements."

    • Growth
      4

      "Players develop skills in shooting, vehicle control, and team tactics, with progression systems rewarding improvement."

    • Health
      -4

      "Gameplay is sedentary with no physical activity involved; typical of first-person shooters."

    • Idle
      -3

      "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement during matches; not suited for passive or background play."

    • Intimacy
      2

      "Some social interaction and camaraderie within squads, though emotional closeness is limited."

    • Leadership
      4

      "Commander mode and squad leadership roles allow players to guide team strategy and coordinate actions."

    • Progression
      4

      "Players accumulate weapons, upgrades, and unlocks through gameplay and DLC, supporting a sense of advancement."

    • Relaxation
      -2

      "Gameplay is intense and chaotic, often involving high tension and fast-paced action rather than relaxation."

    • Sensation
      4

      "Strong sensory stimulation from explosions, dynamic environments, and immersive sound design."

    • Status
      3

      "Recognition through ranks, achievements, and community reputation motivates some players."

    • Story
      1

      "Campaign offers narrative immersion but is generally considered weak compared to multiplayer experience."

    • Strategy
      4

      "Requires tactical planning, map control, and coordinated team strategies, especially in multiplayer modes."

    • Thrill
      4

      "High suspense and excitement from unpredictable battles, vehicle combat, and dynamic destruction."

    • Value
      4

      "Players perceive strong value especially when purchased on sale, with extensive content and lasting appeal."

    • Violence
      4

      "Combat and destruction are central, with enjoyment derived from explosions, vehicle warfare, and firefights."

    • Survival
      3

      "Players engage in avoiding death, managing resources, and tactical defense in a high-risk battlefield environment."

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