This page is dedicated to various Tips and Tricks for multiplayer in Battlefield 1. Have your own? Hit that edit button and add them on to the list!
Campaign Tips[edit]
One of the War Stories involves flying a plane. Here are some tips and tricks for this 'Friends in High Places' War Story:
Gameplay Tips[edit]
These strategies can be used on almost any map in any game mode. They are sound tactics for series newcomers and veterans alike.
Secret Weapons[edit]
Find one of the three Elite Class pickups to gain bonus abilities and unlock powerful new weapons. Elite Classes are extremely powerful and should not be underestimated. You gain new, powerful weapons and a considerable amount of damage resistance. Always remember to grab them when you see them available!
To spot them, simply look at your mini-map. There are custom indicators that appear on your map when you are near a Elite Class. Also, the game will tell you, by saying 'A Sentry Kit has been spotted nearby'. The name they say changes based on the kit that is near you.
Customize Vehicles[edit]
In addition to your class loadouts, did you know that you can also customize and upgrade the vehicles you spawn in?
When at the Deployment screen, select a vehicle option and open the customization menu to see the different packages you can deploy for each vehicle.
Help your passengers help you! If you are in charge of one of the games numerous multi player-vehicles, be aware of which guns are manned and manouver your vehicle to allow your gunners the best view also, and perhaps to save the most frustation, be aware of where your passengers can and can't shoot and always, always spot targets for your gunners.
Enable the Kill Log[edit]
From the main menu, navigate to 'More' and then the 'Options' tab. Under the 'Gameplay' menu, scroll down to Kill Log and set it to On.
This will show you the constantly-updating ticker of who kills who and with what, which is useful in several ways:
- You know if that sniper or gunner who killed you last time is still active, or if you've been avenged and can pass that area unmolested.
- If you notice someone you just passed or saw die, this is a good indicator to prepare for a firefight.
- You'll have a decent idea of how many / what types of enemy vehicles are currently in the field.
Respawn Timer[edit]
While the 'Skip Revive' option may seem like it's getting you back in the action faster, the downtime between lives is actually the same.
The only thing you're accomplishing by selecting that option is ensuring you won't be revived by another player.
You Can Have Multiple Class Loadouts[edit]
One of the annoying parts of older Battlefield games was constantly adjusting your loadout. You might like playing a certain class, but depending on the map and your enemies, your loadout might need to change to compensate for what the other team is doing.
Now, you can have multiple loadouts saved. By clicking the class emblem in the lower left section of the selection screen, you can cycle between 3 saved loadouts. This is a great new addition, that lets you always be prepared without having to dig through menus between deaths!
Keep Your Head Down[edit]
When not in a vehicle, it's best to stay in cover whenever possible. While especially true when attempting to push towards an objective, this is a good all-around practice since talented snipers can easily pick you off from a distance.
Leveling Classes[edit]
Leveling up is very important! Even if you don't plan to play some classes very often, we suggest you still use them enough to level up a few times. The reason for this, is you will unlock most weapons by level 3. After that, if you still don't enjoy the class, then you can move on knowing that you've at least got access to nearly all that classes weapons.
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Spotting is such a valuable tool in Battlefield 1. You can easily spot a target by pointing your weapon at it and hitting the Spot button (Check your controls to see what it key it is).
Spotting allows you to mark a target, so everyone on your team can see it. Not only that, but a spotted target will earn you extra points when they die!
Don't think that enemies are the only thing you can mark either. Squad leaders can also mark objectives, by pointing at them and pressing the same Spot button. If you successfully capture or defend that objective, your squad will earn several hundred extra points for completing the goal. This can be done over and over, allowing a good squad to earn several thousand bonus points for simply marking an objective and taking it!
Charge Forward[edit]
If there are no enemies nearby, use your Bayonet Charge to cover long distances faster than you normally would. If there are enemies nearby, cover long distances and then stab somebody.
Flank Objectives[edit]
Whether in Conquest or on the offensive in Rush, there are always multiple paths to each objective. Avoid running straight into a meat grinder when there are other options for more covert access to your objectives.
Join or Create a Squad[edit]
Teamwork is important - and not just for characters in 90's sports comedies. On the battlefield, you'll need to constantly work together with other players to ensure victory for your team. Joining a squad not only lets you spawn near your teammates (often closer to objectives), but being in a squad offers a more focused gameplay experience as well. Squad Leaders (good ones, anyway) will continuously send orders to their subordinates, which helps keeps your team focused on keeping the opposing side at bay.
Squads are important not only for teamwork, but for the points! You get a lot more points awarded to you for working with and helping your squad!
Communication is Key[edit]
Whether on voice chat or through the in-game communications system, pay attention to what your teammates are in need of. Similarly, you can call out to them for first aid, resupply or back when you find yourself in a dire situation.
Play Your Class[edit]
Instead of choosing a class based on what gun you like best (though that is a factor), keep in mind that each class has specific gadgets for a reason. The Medic has adrenaline shots to revive team members, and the Support class has ammo packs to refill their allies ammo bags.
Performing class-specific actions will not only help level up that class, but your player level as a whole. Plus, your teammates will like you a lot more than if you just run off into the desert alone.
Conquest Tips
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This section covers tips and tricks for the Conquest game mode, where two teams compete to capture as many control points as possible.
Capture Satellite Points[edit]
While everyone focuses on control points B, C and D in the center of the map, don't forget to swing around to control points further out, like A, E or G.
You'll get more points towards your player level for capturing multiple objectives that you would for getting a few paltry kills here and there.
Pain Train[edit]
If you happen to be on a team that is suffering a considerable defeat, your army commanders will occasionally deploy an Armored Train (equipped with six heavy gunner stations) as a way to turn the tide.
It is unknown what specific conditions trigger the locomotive's appearance, but it seems to be roughly halfway through a match when one team is losing by a considerable margin.
Mine The Gap[edit]
If the enemy team deploys an armored train, pull out some dynamite or anti-tank / H.E. mines and lay them along the track.
The train will be unable to avoid the mines, which will make quick work of the turrets on board.
Use What Nature Gives You[edit]
If you happen to be in a match where a sandstorm occurs, count yourself lucky and use it as cover. Play as an Assault, Medic or Support class and use the near-zero visibility to maneuver around and capture points without fear of snipers or air support.
Sandstorms also provide excellent cover to track down and destroy heavy vehicles or artillery trucks, as their drivers will be easily disoriented in the storm.
Plan Your Attack[edit]
Nobody likes to get killed, but use the down time you have before redeploying to formulate a goal and a plan before jumping back into the action. It's a lot easier to succeed when you know exactly what it is you want.
Use Scale to Your Advantage[edit]
Since the Sinai Desert map is so large, use the southern sea of sand to get behind your enemies and initiate a surprise attack from the rear.
Rush Tips
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This section covers tips and tricks for the Rush game mode, where one team must defend objectives against an attacking team that is attempting to destroy multiple objectives.
Use the Objectives[edit]
For Defending team members, activating the objectives will send airstrike coordinates to their superiors - this helps delay the need for retreat every few minutes.
Avoid the Meat Grinder[edit]
As the attacker, running straight up the middle of the attack lane is almost guaranteed suicide. While still coordinating with your squad and team, try to covertly make your way towards objectives without being noticed.
Silent But Deadly[edit]
Gas grenades are your friend in Rush mode, whether you're on offense or defense. They can easily be used to clear an objective area of any defenders, or scatter/kill attackers trying to arm a bomb.
Small Fireteams[edit]
While you can have several players in a squad at once, when attempting to advance on an objective in Rush mode it's usually best to travel in groups of no more than three. This ensures you're able to cover your allies, but also that your team won't lose momentum if your whole group bites the big one.
Fall Back and Prepare[edit]
Once one of your sectors is lost, don't waste time running around trying to score an extra kill here or there - fall back to your next encampment and set traps for the other team before they have the chance to advance on you.
Medics, Medics Everywhere[edit]
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Rush has a limited number of tickets for the attacking team. The best way to get around this? Medics! If you die, but get revived, then your team won't lose a ticket. This is invaluable in rush and other modes where the ticket counts are limited.
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Battlefield 1 is big news, and our resident expert Westie has some information on the game which you may have missed during yesterday’s reveal.
In the video above, Westie breaks down a few important changes made with this installment in the series. Some DICE upon during the livestream – melee and vehicles being two examples.
But subjects such as changes to class roles in Battlefield 1 weren’t discussed yesterday during the stream. Luckily, those who attended the learned more on this front.
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Melee
DICE has fleshed out melee combat, allowing players to “literally destroy” enemies with the handheld weapons in the game. Each will have positive and negative aspects as some are lighter while others are heavier – as noted yesterday. Obviously, lighter weapons won’t produce as much damage as their heavier brethren, but they will provide faster reaction time.
Planes, tanks and automobiles
Vehicles in the game such as tanks and biplanes were still in their infancy during World War I, and DICE has taken this into consideration through multiplayer progression. During battle, forces used what they thought was best at the time. Unlike Battlefield 4 where tanks “all felt the same,” light and heavy tanks in Battlefield 1 have unique abilities and players will need to learn how to use each one to the best of its ability. This applies to all vehicles in the game, not just the tanks.
Five minutes of extra gameplay was shown during yesterday’s reveal, which the audience was able to see once the livestream ended. The footage showed a couple of extra vehicles, one was an armored transport car on the desert map.
Multiplayer Classes
In the five minutes of extra gameplay those of us at home didn’t get to experience, changes to class roles in Battlefield 1 were touched upon. Players will now choose between Assault, Medic, Scout and Support. Players will notice the lack of an Engineer class and Assault and Medic have been split up into two separate classes.
Assault, for example, is the class with access to explosives, anti-tank mines and other weapons which will help them take down vehicles. Medics meanwhile, will be the class with exclusive access to health and revive skills. In other words, the Assault Medic class from Battlefield 4 is no longer an option.
Support acts similar to what players are used to at present. They have access to heavy machines guns to lay down suppressive fire. Scouts provide intel, scoping enemies out with sniper rifles
Westie is under NDA so he couldn’t go into much more detail on the classes, but did state the lack of an Engineer class probably boils down to the fact there probably weren’t many in WWI in charge of maintenance on tanks as the machines were a new addition to armed forces. Whether there will be a class similar to the Engineer able to fix broken tanks or not remains to be revealed.
Destruction
Those who played Battlefield 3 and 4 who felt there wasn’t enough destruction, or levolution if you will, should be pleased to know their feedback has been addressed. As you see in the trailer, the plane smashing into the windmill sends parts of the aircraft flying all over the place along side bricks. If you look at the two biplanes shooting it out in the sky above the battleship, pieces are breaking off as each plane is hit by the other.
As parts of a plane are blown off, it will affect handling. This adds another layer to destruction in the game, making it more personal for the player causing the damage.
Gas Masks
In the video, the section where the player puts his gasmask is really interesting. A freeze frame shows what appears to be the view seen once one is donned. Notice the restricted field of view. It will hard to see if an enemy is heading straight for the player. Imagine how frightening that was for troops in World War I.
Yesterday, DICE said players can decide which tactic to use when confronted with chemical warfare. They can put on their mask and charge through the gas, or choose to go around it via and alternate path. The latter sound like the ideal route, but that may not always be the case.
Battlefield 1 releases worldwide on October 21 for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Those who purchase the Early Enlisters Deluxe Edition will be able to play three days early on October 18.
The war to end all wars is raging in developer DICE’s new Battlefield 1, and as fans of the series know, the game is full of huge battles across sweeping stages that require strategy, patience, skill, and time to master.
If you’re new to Battlefield games, Battlefield 1 is a solid place to start. It tweaks the class-based, big-team formula of previous games with its new setting and close-combat-oriented weapons. Any Battlefield game can appear a bit daunting, though, if you’re unfamiliar with how these games work — what with vehicles, horseback troops, giant zeppelins, and squad deployments.
There’s a lot to learn in Battlefield 1, but if you’re just starting out, these nine tips can help you get up to fighting strength in a hurry, while you get used to some of the nuances of the classes, the weapons, and the vehicles.
1. Play the campaign
Jumping right into a Battlefield 1 multiplayer battle, especially if you’re new to the series, throws you into the middle of battles with a bunch of unfamiliar weapons, and much more importantly, unfamiliar vehicles. Luckily, the single-player campaign for Battlefield 1 basically acts as a series of tutorials for different situations you’ll experience in multiplayer. Conquering the campaign will help you get acquainted with lots of the stuff you’ll find when you head into multiplayer, and let you cut your teeth on things you’ve never seen before.
You can play the campaign in any order, so hop in and get a feel for the aspects of the game that are most useful to you. One level is all about driving a tank, and another is largely about flying in a biplane — both of which are great for avoiding being the guy who immediately crashes a vehicle with teammates in it into a mountainside or a big muddy deathtrap. Other levels include a ride in an armored train that can show up in “Operations” matches, and a chance to try out the armored Sentry elite class that pops up in multiplayer. It’s worth your time to learn the ropes of these things in single-player, which can be so you’re ready to do some damage in multiplayer.
Electronic Arts gave us a first look at the next expansion pack for Battlefield 1, a Russian campaign dubbed In the Name of the Tsar. It’s part of EA’s attempt to hang on to its players year-round, keeping them engaged with the World War I game that has been one of its biggest hits in the history of the Battlefield series. And by keeping them engaged, EA hopes to keep its dedicated fans away from rival games like Call of Duty.
The pack is the “most extensive expansion pack in the history of the franchise,” with eight new multiplayer maps that will launch over the course of the summer. EA’s DICE studio is working on the expansion. EA made the announcement at its EA Play event at the Hollywood Palladium. EA’s event is the first ahead of the Tuesday opening of the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) tradeshow, one of the game industry’s most important events of the year.
EA launched the Battlefield 1 first-person shooter in October 2016 on the consoles and the PC, and it sold an estimated 15 million copies, making it one of the smash hits of the year.
EA launched its They Shall Not Pass DLC in March. EA said the pack will expand the game to the largest front of World War I. At the outset, players will battle it out on six new maps and join the fight as the Russian Army, including the Women’s Battalion of Death. This marks the first time that fans can play as a female character in Battlefield multiplayer.
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In addition to this, Battlefield 1: In the Name of the Tsar will deliver 11 new weapons, six new maps, more Operations, more vehicles (such as the massive Ilya-Muromets Heavy Bomber), a the new Supply Drop game mode, new persistence and ways to customize your play style, and more.
EA will deliver monthly updates, new maps, and in-game events throughout the summer, leading up to the launch of In the Name of Tsar. In addition to the six maps, two other new maps are set to launch, along with the continuation of Premium Friends, allowing Battlefield 1 Premium Pass owners to bring their friends to play alongside them on Premium maps until Gamescom in August in Germany. At Gamescom (another of gaming’s biggest events of the year), DICE will also unveil a competitive experience in Battlefield 1, based on feedback from the Battlefield community.
The first new map to come to Battlefield 1 foPremium Pass owners over the summer will be Nivelle Nights in June followed by Prise de Tahure in July. Both are extensions of Battlefield 1: They Shall Not Pass. In Nivelle Nights, players will engage in close quarters infantry combat through a vast network of trenches, while in Prise de Tahure, French troops desperately try to hold onto re-captured heights in the Butte-de-Tahure region. In conjunction with the release of Prise de Tahure, Premium Trials will begin, allowing all players to try maps normally only available to Premium Pass owners.
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Later this year, players will further expand the battle with amphibious warfare in Battlefield 1 Turning Tides set to launch in December, followed by the most infamous battles of the Great War in Battlefield 1: Apocalypse, available in early 2018.
Fans attending EA Play will have the chance to go hands-on with the Lupkow Pass map from the upcoming Battlefield 1 In the Name of Tsar and experience the 64-player mayhem first hand.
Andrew Gulotta of EA said that Nivelle Nights will have night play. Patrick Soderlund, EA’s head of studios, said more details will becoming out at Gamescom.
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