Battlefield 3

spartan117 · March 1st, 2011, 17:11

LOL Yeah i can confirm, thats not a CIRAS... its an RRV

Infidel · March 1st, 2011, 17:39

He missed the CAT on the shoulder.

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wiskers · March 26th, 2012, 13:12

Shouldn't be too hard

Cliffradical · March 26th, 2012, 14:00

While the US/ NATO guys are neat and all, I think the character designs for the Russians are 'cooler'.

It's odd how the characterization has a psychological effect on my game as well; when I play US I tend to think more and take my time, whereas when playing Russian I'm more an embodiment of 'RAAAWWWWWRRRGGGHH BANG BANG BANG'.
Human brains are funny things.

I'm also amused by how 'Airsoft lol' BF3's character design is. They are definitely a fair departure from reality, but all the 'loadouts' are pretty standard examples of what makes sense for a skirmish, and what tacticlol dorks like us think is neato.

The joke gets even better when we observe that some people would think less of a guy for showing up dressed as a video game character, when they'd probably be praised for putting together some good functional kit if BF3 didn't exist.

Short Round · March 27th, 2012, 12:43

This isn't high school, people don't really care what you wear.... Don't worry about meeting other people's standards, make your own for yourself

Desmodus · March 27th, 2012, 13:25

My only small gripe is that if your a wealthy developer like EA/DICE, wouldn't you do a better job of emulating the gear used by the armies portrayed? Don't they have researchers? Why the hell is the Russian assault class wearing an american-made MICH helmet and what looks like an RAV... the Russian engineer also kinda bugs me... a gasmask? really? Finding information on the proper gear used by armies, especially big ones like Russia isn't difficult.

IF BF3 was mod-capable at all, I'd hope someone would release a replacement pack with legit gear configs.

CrAzy AziAn · March 27th, 2012, 13:39

Well these are general kits. I think if you take a look at some kits that the NPC's had during the campaign they were a little bit more accurate.

Cliffradical · March 27th, 2012, 15:48

I think part of their decision making with regard to kit is that they didn't want to closely imitate real armies.

Battlefield kind of exists in it's own little universe; the game has elements that look like realism, but they're not at all 'realistic', so they built up the art direction to reflect the core gameplay.
I liked BF2 a lot, and it's character design was a fair bit more realistic, but that illusion was destroyed when somebody got hit by an explosive and abruptly flew off flopping like a toy. If the character design was a bit more free-wheeling, the silly ragdolls and sniper rifles making people fly 10ft would have been less 'goofy' and more 'hilarious'.
I think the play is fun, and the design looks fun, and I'd love to see some guys pulling BF3 impressions.
I may do a Russian LMG gunner, but those helmets are like $500 and weigh like 15 pounds.

Najohn: I agree.

Desmodus · March 27th, 2012, 16:44

Its not as pricey as you think. Replicas of the Maska and Altyn helmets exist and cost much less than the price of the real versions and weigh less for sure.

Cliffradical · March 27th, 2012, 17:26

Cool! I'll look around for sure.

Desmodus · March 27th, 2012, 22:25

The Red-Alliance forums would be your best bet. I see these replica helmets as well as real Ruskie body armour being sold all the time.

Wantabe_Warrior · March 27th, 2012, 22:48

Funny thing is my chest rig is very similar to the the US support soldier, which is also my favourite kit to use (with the M249 w/ PK-AS, foregrip, and extended mags)!

EdisLeado · March 27th, 2012, 23:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by Con3jo

My only small gripe is that if your a wealthy developer like EA/DICE, wouldn't you do a better job of emulating the gear used by the armies portrayed? Don't they have researchers? Why the hell is the Russian assault class wearing an american-made MICH helmet and what looks like an RAV... the Russian engineer also kinda bugs me... a gasmask? really? Finding information on the proper gear used by armies, especially big ones like Russia isn't difficult.

IF BF3 was mod-capable at all, I'd hope someone would release a replacement pack with legit gear configs.

They had pretty accurate kit in the single player campaign. In multiplayer however, it's very important to have distinctive designs for each class and team for gameplay purposes. One glance and you can tell exactly what class someone is playing.

Slow · March 27th, 2012, 23:12

Replica MASHKA's are about $200.

If you dont want to spend that much then there is another option. I am building my own and if you can find a good cheap riot helmet that are ALMOST exactly the same and they come with a face sheild. Only picture i have of it, is...

CrAzy AziAn · March 28th, 2012, 00:24

Gotta love those ragdoll graphics when you hit a player with the tank rounds. It definitely was more on the artistic high-end graphics feel.

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I only checked their gear because the US Recon has the same vest I use lol.

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March 1st, 2011, 17:39	#17
Infidel formerly Grimm Reaper Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: The Cayge (Kawarthas, Ontario)	He missed the CAT on the shoulder. ~Infidel __________________ Freedom isn't bought in stores, it is bought on battlefields. ~Thanato

March 27th, 2012, 13:25	#21
Desmodus Mexifaggot Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Mississauga, Ontario	My only small gripe is that if your a wealthy developer like EA/DICE, wouldn't you do a better job of emulating the gear used by the armies portrayed? Don't they have researchers? Why the hell is the Russian assault class wearing an american-made MICH helmet and what looks like an RAV... the Russian engineer also kinda bugs me... a gasmask? really? Finding information on the proper gear used by armies, especially big ones like Russia isn't difficult. IF BF3 was mod-capable at all, I'd hope someone would release a replacement pack with legit gear configs. __________________ Guardians of Asgaard - KF25 - Primaries: LCT AK74MN w/SKTBR, VFC M4 SOPMOD Block 2 Secondary: Latino heat, TM Glock 17

March 27th, 2012, 16:44	#24
Desmodus Mexifaggot Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Mississauga, Ontario	Its not as pricey as you think. Replicas of the Maska and Altyn helmets exist and cost much less than the price of the real versions and weigh less for sure. __________________ Guardians of Asgaard - KF25 - Primaries: LCT AK74MN w/SKTBR, VFC M4 SOPMOD Block 2 Secondary: Latino heat, TM Glock 17

March 1st, 2011, 17:11	#16
spartan117 Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Vancouver B.C	LOL Yeah i can confirm, thats not a CIRAS... its an RRV

March 26th, 2012, 13:12	#18
wiskers Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: The Left Coast	Shouldn't be too hard

March 26th, 2012, 14:00	#19
Cliffradical butthurt for not having a user title Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Winnipeg	While the US/ NATO guys are neat and all, I think the character designs for the Russians are 'cooler'. It's odd how the characterization has a psychological effect on my game as well; when I play US I tend to think more and take my time, whereas when playing Russian I'm more an embodiment of 'RAAAWWWWWRRRGGGHH BANG BANG BANG'. Human brains are funny things. I'm also amused by how 'Airsoft lol' BF3's character design is. They are definitely a fair departure from reality, but all the 'loadouts' are pretty standard examples of what makes sense for a skirmish, and what tacticlol dorks like us think is neato. The joke gets even better when we observe that some people would think less of a guy for showing up dressed as a video game character, when they'd probably be praised for putting together some good functional kit if BF3 didn't exist.

March 27th, 2012, 12:43	#20
Short Round Najohn Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: SkyDome	This isn't high school, people don't really care what you wear.... Don't worry about meeting other people's standards, make your own for yourself

March 27th, 2012, 13:39	#22
CrAzy AziAn Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Sudbury, Ontario	Well these are general kits. I think if you take a look at some kits that the NPC's had during the campaign they were a little bit more accurate.

March 27th, 2012, 15:48	#23
Cliffradical butthurt for not having a user title Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Winnipeg	I think part of their decision making with regard to kit is that they didn't want to closely imitate real armies. Battlefield kind of exists in it's own little universe; the game has elements that look like realism, but they're not at all 'realistic', so they built up the art direction to reflect the core gameplay. I liked BF2 a lot, and it's character design was a fair bit more realistic, but that illusion was destroyed when somebody got hit by an explosive and abruptly flew off flopping like a toy. If the character design was a bit more free-wheeling, the silly ragdolls and sniper rifles making people fly 10ft would have been less 'goofy' and more 'hilarious'. I think the play is fun, and the design looks fun, and I'd love to see some guys pulling BF3 impressions. I may do a Russian LMG gunner, but those helmets are like $500 and weigh like 15 pounds. Najohn: I agree.

March 27th, 2012, 17:26	#25
Cliffradical butthurt for not having a user title Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Winnipeg	Cool! I'll look around for sure.

March 27th, 2012, 22:25	#26
Desmodus Mexifaggot Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Mississauga, Ontario	The Red-Alliance forums would be your best bet. I see these replica helmets as well as real Ruskie body armour being sold all the time. __________________ Guardians of Asgaard - KF25 - Primaries: LCT AK74MN w/SKTBR, VFC M4 SOPMOD Block 2 Secondary: Latino heat, TM Glock 17

March 27th, 2012, 22:48	#27
Wantabe_Warrior Trader rating Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Dawson Creek, BC	Funny thing is my chest rig is very similar to the the US support soldier, which is also my favourite kit to use (with the M249 w/ PK-AS, foregrip, and extended mags)! __________________ SRC HK416(D10.5) gen.3 pro KJW MEU(SOC) pistol (cansoft) perks: Chairsofter Fortunate Son

March 27th, 2012, 23:12	#29
Slow Loves Furries Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Manitoba	Replica MASHKA's are about $200. If you dont want to spend that much then there is another option. I am building my own and if you can find a good cheap riot helmet that are ALMOST exactly the same and they come with a face sheild. Only picture i have of it, is... __________________ If ASC were real life, there would be no Chuck Norris, only CDN_Stalker MANITOBA IVAN Last edited by Slow; March 27th, 2012 at 23:16..

March 28th, 2012, 00:24	#30
CrAzy AziAn Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Sudbury, Ontario	Gotta love those ragdoll graphics when you hit a player with the tank rounds. It definitely was more on the artistic high-end graphics feel. Battlefield 3: The Beauty of the Frostbite Engine - YouTube I only checked their gear because the US Recon has the same vest I use lol.

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