Battlefield: Bad Company 2

That's not to say it's without its own unique brand of goofiness though; the Bad Company are as ridiculous as ever.

Do you like first-person shooters? If the answer is yes, buy Battlefield: Bad Company 2. EA might be looking at Medal of Honor to get a Modern Warfare sized hit, but BC2 deserves good things too.

Those looking at Bad Company 2 as only a single-player game might come away disappointed. It's an action packed, gorgeous, and explosive game but it doesn't quite come together into a campaign for the ages. It more feels like an added bonus to the multiplayer game and for those in search of that, this is a great choice. Bad Company 2 as an online shooter is flexible and engaging, offering several features that the competition can only dream of. If you're looking for a more strategic and team-based change of pace, look no further. This is the game for you.

Ultimately, Battlefield: Bad Company 2 is one of the best FPS titles currently available. Single-player might not be exceptionally heavyweight, but it manages to mostly push all the right buttons. It’s multiplayer where the real substance lies though and it’s there that you’ll find that BF:BC2 offers real long term gameplay that’s both satisfying and infinitely entertaining. And that’s really Bad Company 2 in an artillery shell.

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Battlefield: Bad Company attempts to come onto its own with a refreshingly funny, down to earth narrative to contrast the serious nature of other war based shooters. This is evidently seen in the subtle organic feel of the characters of Bad Company, tending towards a down-to-earth portrayal of soldiers. Players will again take the role of Preston Marlowe accompanied by the same ragtag crew of misfits that composed Bad Company. This time around, the story is more straightforward than the clouded morality and greed focused motivator of the last game. Interestingly enough, the events of the first...