Star Wars Battlefront

80%
Game Brain Score Based on 2,094 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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The Star Wars™ Battlefront™ Ultimate Edition offers a complete Star Wars battle experience, including the Deluxe Edition and Season Pass with 4 expansion packs. Immerse in photorealistic combat on iconic planets from the original trilogy, with accurate movie model replicas and diverse ground-based vehicles. This ultimate edition lets you live out your Star Wars battle fantasies like never before.

  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Virtual Reality
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Ea Origin
  • Play​Station
  • Play​Station VR
  • Xbox
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Reviews

80%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,094 reviews
graphics116 positive mentions
story34 negative mentions
  • Stunning graphics and sound design that capture the essence of the Star Wars universe.
  • Fun gameplay mechanics with a variety of weapons and abilities, providing an engaging experience.
  • Nostalgic value for fans of the original Battlefront series, offering a chance to relive classic battles.
  • Multiplayer is largely dead, making it difficult to find matches and diminishing the overall experience.
  • Lack of single-player campaign or meaningful content, with most modes feeling repetitive and shallow.
  • Progression system is frustrating for new players, as many weapons and abilities are locked behind multiplayer achievements.
  • story193 mentions

    The game lacks a traditional story mode, with many users expressing disappointment over the absence of a single-player campaign or engaging narrative. Instead, players are left with repetitive missions and training activities that do not provide a cohesive storyline, making the experience feel shallow, especially in light of a dwindling multiplayer community. While some enjoy the gameplay mechanics and find the missions fun, the overall sentiment is that the game would greatly benefit from a more developed story element.

    • “It's a thrilling and immersive experience that allows you to live out your Star Wars fantasies and create your own unique story within the universe.”
    • “Some other things I like about this game are the hold-out missions, where the plot is 'rebels get sent out on a mission' or 'rebels get stranded' and defend against stormtroopers; that stuff is fun!”
    • “The missions and skirmishes are really fun to play.”
    • “The big point of criticism is the nearly unbelievable lack of content in the base game: no singleplayer campaign whatsoever, only a handful of short training missions, just about a dozen maps, and basically only three game modes (team deathmatch, survival, and walker attack).”
    • “There is no story mode/campaign to play, though there are some 'missions' and training activities you can do offline; they are repetitive and very boring.”
    • “This game truly needed a storyline; even a made-up one would have worked.”
  • graphics184 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning detail and immersive quality, often described as breathtaking and still impressive even years after release. Many players appreciate the visual fidelity and atmospheric design that effectively captures the essence of the Star Wars universe, although some note that the gameplay does not always match the high graphical standards. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal despite criticisms regarding content and gameplay depth.

    • “The graphics are breathtaking and capture the essence of iconic locations and characters.”
    • “The graphics and sound design are incredible.”
    • “Firstly, the game's graphics are breathtaking, with every planet, character, and weapon beautifully rendered in stunning detail.”
    • “The graphics are very old, even for the remastered version, but the maps are huge and the game is very smooth, with few lags and respectable loading times.”
    • “This is a classic example of how companies think that graphics is all that matters.”
    • “However, the graphics is what blows this game out of the woodwork as it has superb graphics quality all around making it a seamless experience on 1080p easily with my MSI RX580, 4GB: Armor OC.”
  • gameplay127 mentions

    The gameplay of Star Wars Battlefront (2015) is generally praised for its engaging mechanics and stunning visuals, offering a nostalgic experience for fans of the franchise. However, many players criticize it for being clunky, repetitive, and lacking depth, with issues such as long loading times, poor controls, and a limited single-player experience. While the multiplayer aspect can be enjoyable, the overall content and community engagement have diminished over time, leading to a mixed reception regarding its long-term playability.

    • “The survival, training, and missions options provide solid solo or co-op gameplay, making it a worthwhile experience even without a bustling online community.”
    • “With its stunning visuals, immersive gameplay, and a wealth of content, it's a must-play for any Star Wars fan or gamer seeking a thrilling adventure.”
    • “The gameplay of Star Wars Battlefront is also exceptional, offering a range of modes that cater to both casual and hardcore players.”
    • “Nice graphics - but truly awful controls and gameplay.”
    • “Loading times are inexcusably long, gameplay is tedious and stupidly difficult, shooting is never accurate, optional challenge objectives are given which are then impossible to complete as the game won't actually spawn the required enemies, and worst of all, the game has a lives system.”
    • “Overall, you can feel that the gameplay is quite empty and there is not a lot of content here, which can be seen after a few matches, because each of these matches is quite similar to each other.”
  • music25 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its high quality, featuring iconic tracks by John Williams that enhance the immersive Star Wars experience. Players appreciate the attention to detail in the soundtrack, which includes both original compositions and familiar themes from the movies, contributing significantly to the game's atmosphere. Overall, the music is considered one of the standout elements, elevating the gameplay despite some criticisms regarding content and multiplayer focus.

    • “As far as the music and general effects are concerned, you know, this is Star Wars, so everything in that respect is top-notch quality.”
    • “It’s such a thrill to hear these songs as you’re fighting people, flying spacecraft, or using your favorite heroes to unleash hell.”
    • “The attention to detail in these recreations is exceptional, with everything from the sound effects to the music adding to the immersive experience.”
    • “But now, no one plays it and it's a shame because it still holds up graphically and the sound effects and soundtrack are sick.”
    • “Like I said, it's fairly fun, but lacks tons of content, detail, etc. I feel like most of the effort went into music and cut scenes.”
    • “To me, this game is immersion; the sound effects, music, and visuals just ooze Star Wars, and despite most of the game nowadays being unplayable because the servers are dead, I still think it's worth a buy for anyone who just wants to be immersed in that galaxy far, far away, if even for just a little bit.”
  • grinding14 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and frustrating due to long loading times, difficult gameplay, and a problematic lives system. While some appreciate the satisfaction of gunplay and the rewards from grinding, others criticize the lack of active online play and the challenge objectives that are often impossible to complete. Overall, players feel that grinding can be excessively demanding, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Loading times are inexcusably long, gameplay is tedious and stupidly difficult, shooting is never accurate, optional challenge objectives are given which are then impossible to complete as the game won't actually spawn the required enemies, and worst of all, the game has a lives system.”
    • “I had this game on PlayStation for a while but recently got it on PC; the downside to this game is that online play isn't very active, which makes grinding for levels very hard.”
    • “Game modes can be tedious and generally un-fun.”
  • optimization10 mentions

    Overall, the optimization of the game receives mixed feedback; while some players praise its top-notch performance and smooth frame rates even on lower-end hardware, others report issues such as audio stuttering and inconsistent controls. Many users appreciate the customizable settings that enhance performance, but a few still struggle to achieve smooth gameplay despite having capable systems.

    • “The graphics and optimization in this game are top-notch (very rare for newer games these days).”
    • “I barely encountered any serious drops; the optimization is top-notch.”
    • “Fantastic performance with plenty of settings to customize.”
    • “I was underwhelmed by the controls and performance of gameplay.”
    • “Audio stuttering begins when you start a mission, and persists back in the main menu.”
    • “Too high will cause sounds to appear 'late.' Too low will allow the aforementioned audio stuttering.”
  • replayability10 mentions

    The game's replayability is mixed, with some players noting that while it offers a few skirmishes against AI, it lacks a robust campaign and beloved modes from the original game, leading to disappointment. However, others highlight the multiplayer aspect as a significant strength, providing a more enjoyable and infinitely replayable experience. Overall, the potential for replayability exists, but it heavily depends on the player's preference for multiplayer versus single-player content.

    • “I promise you, you'll have more fun and replay value with those!”
    • “🔲 infinitely replayable”
    • “Swbf1 has some of the best game modes that have a high replayability level, cargo, droid run, drop ship, extraction to name a few.”
    • “I was disappointed to find out that it is just a few skirmishes that are playable vs AI, and no campaign.”
    • “The survivors are playable offline, but modes like payload and droid escort are not coming back unless this game gets revived.”
    • “There was a mode like this in the original game, but there were large maps, a class system, and some replayability.”
  • stability7 mentions

    The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting persistent glitches, freezing issues, and overall poor performance, making it unplayable for some. While the gameplay mechanics are praised, the technical problems significantly detract from the experience, leading to frustration among players. Despite these issues, some still find enjoyment in the game, albeit with caveats regarding its stability.

    • “As sad as I am to say this, the game is utterly unplayable. Not only with servers, but single player freezes every 2 seconds for 5 seconds when I try to play. Save your money.”
    • “The game is also just really buggy and poorly made overall.”
    • “It's buggy, riddled with glitches, and some people take advantage of how broken the mechanics are, but it's still kind of fun when you see multiple heroes spawn in on walker assault, especially when you have both sides doing it (yes, that glitch still exists).”
  • atmosphere7 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its stunning graphics and immersive environments, particularly in comparison to its predecessor. However, the enjoyment of this atmosphere is often undermined by gameplay issues, such as cheating and poor mechanics, which detract from the overall experience. Despite these flaws, many players appreciate the authentic and beautiful representation of the Star Wars universe.

    • “The graphics are great for a game that came out 7 years ago, and it has a super good atmosphere.”
    • “But you would hardly find a nicer, more authentic and more atmospheric trip into the world of Star Wars.”
    • “The game was never that great and the gunplay was lousy, but it is a gorgeous and atmospheric game.”
    • “So much of the atmosphere that could have been in this game is lost because everyone is just jumping around like it's Unreal Tournament or something.”
    • “The graphics and atmosphere are much better than the second game; however, nobody plays this anymore.”
  • monetization6 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is heavily criticized, with users labeling it a "cash grab" and expressing frustration over the prevalence of pay-to-win mechanics and microtransactions. Many feel that the game fails to deliver on promised features, particularly in multiplayer, leading to a perception that it prioritizes profit over player experience. Overall, players are dissatisfied with the monetization strategy, which detracts from the enjoyment of the game.

    • “This feels like a cash grab.”
    • “With all the reviews reporting multiplayer dead due to these big game companies' inability to deal with hackers, frequent pay-to-win cash grabs, and grind to get close to matching existing players, I am not a fan of the typical PvP environment - I want a game to relax, not a second job that costs me.”
    • “The other mode, which looked like it had vehicles, I didn't bother with so I can't comment on that, and there's some sort of Hutt contracts I didn't try out because I forgot they even existed, due to being shoved next to their collectibles and microtransactions rather than the actual game modes.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by the absurdity of players resorting to cheating in an eight-year-old title with a dwindling player base, which some find amusing. However, the overall experience is marred by these issues, leading to a mixed reception regarding the game's comedic elements. For those not interested in shooters, watching funny clips online may be a better alternative.

    • “Pew pew funny blaster”
    • “See this one is funny.”
    • “Thus, follow my curator, blue lips and their quips, to find more honest yet humorous reviews!”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting its significant impact on their gaming experience and personal feelings. The game resonates strongly, earning a top spot in their favorites and evoking warmth and affection.

    • “The game has claimed its place in my top 5 games of my entire gaming career, creating a heartwarming experience that I will cherish forever.”
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Play time

14hMedian play time
59hAverage play time
9-115hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 10 analyzed playthroughs

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