IvoryKebab
10-02-2005, 05:05 PM
A Message from EA/DICE about Battlefield 2™
Hi everyone. Thanks to all of you, Battlefield 2 has seen great success around the world.
Since its launch, we've tried to give Battlefield 2 all the support it deserves by releasing patches with the fixes and improvements you've asked for. Unfortunately, we haven't lived up to the standards we've set for ourselves. So all of us at EA and DICE are working extra hard to make sure that your Battlefield 2 experience improves dramatically in the coming weeks.
Towards the end of August, we will be releasing a new patch called 1.03. This patch is currently underway and will undergo thorough testing to avoid the problems that have occurred in the past. To make sure you're up to date until then; make sure you have installed the latest upcoming 1.02 update, which you can download here.
Here are just a few of the fixes you can expect to see in the 1.03 patch:
# Server and Client performance improvements.
# Improved Server Browser – added Favorites and History Lists.
# Point-farming prevention - game will stop Support/Medic/Engineer point farming exploits.
# Squads - locked squad leader will get a message if someone wants to join.
# Many HUD improvements - see the names of others in your vehicle, zoom level changing depending on vehicle, map zoom depending on map setup (16, 32 or 64 player map) etc.
# Teamkilling changes – the logic of how teamkills are tracked will be changed.
# Gameplay tweaks - the way transport helicopters work will be tweaked.
# Additional scoring changes - players who destroy an enemy commander's assets will be given points.
There are over 140 fixes and improvements in the 1.03 patch and we're looking forward to everyone moving to 1.03 to get the best Battlefield 2 experience on a level, cheat-free playing field.
We also know that there is still an issue with availability of slots on Ranked Servers. We're all delighted that this new feature has been so popular, but we know that many of you are finding it hard to get onto a ranked server, especially at peak times. We are taking big steps and investing heavily to ensure that everyone can experience this side of Battlefield 2. New official servers have gone up in Europe and the U.S. this week and you will see many more going up in the coming weeks. Our vision is to make sure you never have to wait to get onto a ranked server.
Thanks for being such great fans of Battlefield 2. We've been listening to you and we're determined to make Battlefield 2 the best online shooter experience out there. We hope you like the changes that are coming.
- The Battlefield 2 Team
http://images.ea.com/eagames/official/battlefield/battlefield2/us/screenshots/bf2wake_01.jpg
http://images.ea.com/eagames/official/battlefield/battlefield2/us/screenshots/bf2wake_02.jpg
Wake Island 2007
That's right, the 1.03 update bundles the first official map release from EA and DICE. In this case the map is a modern-era update of one of the most popular maps from Battlefield 1942 -- Wake Island. The People's Liberation Army has invaded Wake to threaten American supply lines. In response the US Marine Corps has been dispatched to reclaim the island. Pick a side and fight to win!
The new Wake Island map comes to you free of charge thanks to Fileplanet’s new Battlefield 2 Channel. Visit it at Fileplanet’s new Battlefield 2 Channel
New Features
# Stats compare - view the extended stats details for any other player in your BFHQ simply by double-clicking on their name on the leader board or using the new search feature!
# Server Favorites and History - find your favorite servers that much easier. No more searching for them through the main server list!
# Nickname Prefix - Add and change your clan tag to your account name at will. No more creating alternate account names to cover the changes in your competitive lifestyle!
# Supply Drop Icons - Supply drops now appear on the main map and within the 3D Map. Find that elusive supply drop much, much quicker!
# Points for Destroying Command Objects - players now receive points for destroying the commander's toys. Special Forces players rejoice!
# Server Reserved Slots - Server Operators can now set aside slots for their admins to join a full server at any time!
# Vehicle Passengers - the names of players in a vehicle with you are now displayed when you enter or change seats.
# Countermeasures - a reload bar has been added for vehicle countermeasures. You'll always know now when you can set off that next flare!
Tweaks
# Point Farming changes - DICE has implemented functionality that makes it significantly harder to point farm on Ranked Servers.
# Mod Support - Mods now work properly with the Dedicated Server! Additionally, the game will automatically switch mods when joining a server that is running a mod you have installed but do not have activated.
# Map tweaks - Spawn menu map and Commander maps now scale based on the size of the level being played (16, 32 or 64 players). Mini-map also scales automatically based on the vehicle type you are using (manual changes to zoom levels are remembered as well).
# Commander scoring - No more TKs from Artillery!
# Vehicle tweaks - No more accidental kills from bumping a friend with your tank (try to avoid hitting him at speed though) and no more struggling uphill in an APC. Also no more improper TK allocation from vehicle explosions.
# Auto Team Balance tweaks - Commanders and Squad Leaders now immune to team switch.
# Anti-Air Missiles - These are now much more effective against fast-movers.
…and much, much more!
See everyone on the Battlefield soon!
This patch will be interesting, I'm predicting the changes to anti-air missles will make flying heli's/jets horrible ineffective and would make them less imba.
Hi everyone. Thanks to all of you, Battlefield 2 has seen great success around the world.
Since its launch, we've tried to give Battlefield 2 all the support it deserves by releasing patches with the fixes and improvements you've asked for. Unfortunately, we haven't lived up to the standards we've set for ourselves. So all of us at EA and DICE are working extra hard to make sure that your Battlefield 2 experience improves dramatically in the coming weeks.
Towards the end of August, we will be releasing a new patch called 1.03. This patch is currently underway and will undergo thorough testing to avoid the problems that have occurred in the past. To make sure you're up to date until then; make sure you have installed the latest upcoming 1.02 update, which you can download here.
Here are just a few of the fixes you can expect to see in the 1.03 patch:
# Server and Client performance improvements.
# Improved Server Browser – added Favorites and History Lists.
# Point-farming prevention - game will stop Support/Medic/Engineer point farming exploits.
# Squads - locked squad leader will get a message if someone wants to join.
# Many HUD improvements - see the names of others in your vehicle, zoom level changing depending on vehicle, map zoom depending on map setup (16, 32 or 64 player map) etc.
# Teamkilling changes – the logic of how teamkills are tracked will be changed.
# Gameplay tweaks - the way transport helicopters work will be tweaked.
# Additional scoring changes - players who destroy an enemy commander's assets will be given points.
There are over 140 fixes and improvements in the 1.03 patch and we're looking forward to everyone moving to 1.03 to get the best Battlefield 2 experience on a level, cheat-free playing field.
We also know that there is still an issue with availability of slots on Ranked Servers. We're all delighted that this new feature has been so popular, but we know that many of you are finding it hard to get onto a ranked server, especially at peak times. We are taking big steps and investing heavily to ensure that everyone can experience this side of Battlefield 2. New official servers have gone up in Europe and the U.S. this week and you will see many more going up in the coming weeks. Our vision is to make sure you never have to wait to get onto a ranked server.
Thanks for being such great fans of Battlefield 2. We've been listening to you and we're determined to make Battlefield 2 the best online shooter experience out there. We hope you like the changes that are coming.
- The Battlefield 2 Team
http://images.ea.com/eagames/official/battlefield/battlefield2/us/screenshots/bf2wake_01.jpg
http://images.ea.com/eagames/official/battlefield/battlefield2/us/screenshots/bf2wake_02.jpg
Wake Island 2007
That's right, the 1.03 update bundles the first official map release from EA and DICE. In this case the map is a modern-era update of one of the most popular maps from Battlefield 1942 -- Wake Island. The People's Liberation Army has invaded Wake to threaten American supply lines. In response the US Marine Corps has been dispatched to reclaim the island. Pick a side and fight to win!
The new Wake Island map comes to you free of charge thanks to Fileplanet’s new Battlefield 2 Channel. Visit it at Fileplanet’s new Battlefield 2 Channel
New Features
# Stats compare - view the extended stats details for any other player in your BFHQ simply by double-clicking on their name on the leader board or using the new search feature!
# Server Favorites and History - find your favorite servers that much easier. No more searching for them through the main server list!
# Nickname Prefix - Add and change your clan tag to your account name at will. No more creating alternate account names to cover the changes in your competitive lifestyle!
# Supply Drop Icons - Supply drops now appear on the main map and within the 3D Map. Find that elusive supply drop much, much quicker!
# Points for Destroying Command Objects - players now receive points for destroying the commander's toys. Special Forces players rejoice!
# Server Reserved Slots - Server Operators can now set aside slots for their admins to join a full server at any time!
# Vehicle Passengers - the names of players in a vehicle with you are now displayed when you enter or change seats.
# Countermeasures - a reload bar has been added for vehicle countermeasures. You'll always know now when you can set off that next flare!
Tweaks
# Point Farming changes - DICE has implemented functionality that makes it significantly harder to point farm on Ranked Servers.
# Mod Support - Mods now work properly with the Dedicated Server! Additionally, the game will automatically switch mods when joining a server that is running a mod you have installed but do not have activated.
# Map tweaks - Spawn menu map and Commander maps now scale based on the size of the level being played (16, 32 or 64 players). Mini-map also scales automatically based on the vehicle type you are using (manual changes to zoom levels are remembered as well).
# Commander scoring - No more TKs from Artillery!
# Vehicle tweaks - No more accidental kills from bumping a friend with your tank (try to avoid hitting him at speed though) and no more struggling uphill in an APC. Also no more improper TK allocation from vehicle explosions.
# Auto Team Balance tweaks - Commanders and Squad Leaders now immune to team switch.
# Anti-Air Missiles - These are now much more effective against fast-movers.
…and much, much more!
See everyone on the Battlefield soon!
This patch will be interesting, I'm predicting the changes to anti-air missles will make flying heli's/jets horrible ineffective and would make them less imba.