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Battlefield Premium is turning out the be quite popular, as EA revealed today that over 800,000 Battlefield 3 players have … Read on → http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/6sk1Wj9wjBvVZUsNOfI_5XW-WEI/0/di http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/6sk1Wj9wjBvVZUsNOfI_5XW-WEI/1/di http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BF3Blog/~4/h1KB_NhrRh4 View the full article

Battlefield Premium has its many advantages, like extra content, double-XP weekends, dog tags, and more. Now there’s another bonus feature … Read on → http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/pVPDX_D0wD1kKDAk2eODjM1_uSE/0/di http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/pVPDX_D0wD1kKDAk2eODjM1_uSE/1/di http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BF3Blog/~4/7tw3haRv3jo View the full article

Today is your chance to play with members from DICE — or to grab one of the highly coveted DICE DEV dog tags from us if you’re on the opposing team. Members from DICE will be playing on two specific PC servers today (other formats to follow) so the possibility to catch us should be excellent. View the full article

It’s been a great E3 for Battlefield 3 – Battlefield Premium debuted, we’re releasing Close Quarters this month (PlayStation 3 Premium players have access now!), and we showed off Battlefield 3 Armored Kill behind closed doors on the floor. Oh – and let’s not forget the awards that we won! View the full article

Here’s a great chance to rank up faster and have great fun while doing it. This weekend, we are running a new double XP event for everyone! On June 16-17, your sum total for every round will be effectively doubled, visible at the End of Round screen. This applies to any map and any mode, as long as you play on a ranked server. View the full article

Frostbite 2, the engine that powers Battlefield 3 and the upcoming Medal of Honor Warfighter, was designed from the outset … Read on → http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/cBzQQzQWo38BJj10GwpdFLbrhF8/0/di http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/cBzQQzQWo38BJj10GwpdFLbrhF8/1/di http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BF3Blog/~4/Ugl4s16tsIY View the full article

Last week, we presented a second opportunity to ask your questions to one of the former Tier 1 Operators working on Medal of Honor Warfighter. The response was HUGE. The Tier 1 Operator has chosen 6 random questions to answer. Take a look! http://cdn.medalofhonor.com/sites/default/files/images/ask_a_tier_1.jpg Last week, we presented a second opportunity to ask your questions to one of the former Tier 1 Operators working on Medal of Honor Warfighter. The response was HUGE. The Tier 1 Operator has chosen 6 random questions to answer. Take a look! Question 1 What is your favourite war movie and scene from it? Tier 1 Operator This one is a tough one as there are some really good war movies out there so it is really tough to choose a favourite and even harder to choose just one scene in particular. But I’m going with: Full Metal Jacket. A classic among classics that movie changed my youth and blew my mind when it came out. The scene that is my favorite is the end scene with the Sniper. That whole sequence is amazing and the way it ends SPOILER ALERT with the journalist shooting her after never wanting to kill anyone is about the best single scene describing war I have ever seen. Honorable mentions are: Band of Brothers (a Series and not a movie but it is so great) and Red Dawn; not really a war movie per se, but my favourite movie of all time. If you have not seen it, go watch it immediately. You will not be disappointed. Wolverines!! Question 2 I know there is no easy way, but is there a way to help family cope with you being gone so long? Tier 1 Operator Honestly I was one of the very rare ones that didn’t have a family as I wasn’t married and had no kids so I never really had to deal with that. Guys are deployed in excess of 300 days are year and it is VERY tough on families. Honestly I don’t really know how to help a family cope as I am not the best person to answer that question but I can say that all the guys I know dealt with it by spending quality time with their families when they were home and then by emailing/calling/writing letters/skyping constantly when they were gone. There definitely is no easy way that I know of, it takes a lot of effort on both ends to make a relationship work when you live this kind of work. Question 3 What’s the deployment schedule of a tier 1 operative? Is it a set period of time or are you guys called up whenever your needed for an important mission?? Tier 1 Operator I cannot go into this in detail but in general there is no defined schedule and it is very hectic as you can be called up at any time. Also as I mentioned above guys are gone usually around 300+ days a year so it is a very difficult fast pace schedule with no set rules and no ability to plan personal time. Question 4 If you are out of ammo, would you pick up an enemy weapon? Tier 1 Operator If I ran out of ammo I would first go to our resupply bag that we carry on most missions. If that was out, I would ask a buddy for ammo (like in the game) if they were low (which they would be if I am out) then I would pick up an enemy’s weapon as a last resort. We do a lot of foreign weapons training and so therefore are very proficient with AK’s, PKM’s, etc., but there is nothing like the familiarity of your own weapon. Question 5 What do you put in a "go-bag"? Tier 1 Operator This is a very common question and therefore I am going to do a full post on this later breaking down my Go Bag in detail with pictures. Question 6 If you had to choose only one rifle to fit all the assignments in one mission (CQB, Long rage shooting, both air, land and sea), what would it be and what (attachments) would you put on it? Tier 1 Operator This is also a very difficult question as weapons are specific tools for specific jobs so it is very hard to pick one gun for many differently roles. If I had to pick one for and it needed to be able to go from CQB to Long range to shooting off of a Helo to moving in the mountains and so on I would have to go with a AR in .308 like the LaRue Tactical 14.5 inch PredatOBR 7.62mm. I have shot the OBR and they are SUPER accurate and with a 14.5 barrel that is short enough to allow me to maneuver it easily in CQB while still having a semi auto with 20rd magazines for multiple engagements. The 7.62mm or .308 cartridge is a beast of a round and it can reach out and tough someone. I have personally shot a 7.62 OBR out to a 1000 yards which is more than enough range for 99.9% of long range shots. The OBR is also very durable and not too heavy at 8.2lbs which means I won’t get too tired carrying it through a mountainous environment or through the desert. Lastly the OBR has a full top rail and for end rail that allows me to be able to put all kinds of awesomeness attachments on it. My standard attachment load out would be as follows: US Optics 1-8 scope with a Trijicon RMR mounted on top for quick close range engagements. A Surefire X400 light/laser combo mounted up front for white light capability and a military IR laser over the barrel for night engagements and IR illumination. I would also have a collapsible bipod in my kit but I would take that on and off depending on when I needed it. View the full article

This week’s partner blog is all about SOG Specialty Knives and Tools! Founded in 1986 by Spencer Frazer in his apartment in Santa Monica, California, SOG Knives began with its first and only product - a fixed blade commemorative knife based on the original design of the Vietnam SOG military knife. Over the last 25 years the company has grown along with one simple philosophy - to create innovative products that stand out from the pack. This week’s partner blog is all about SOG Specialty Knives andTools! Founded in 1986 by Spencer Frazer in his apartment in Santa Monica,California, SOG Knives began with its first and only product - a fixed bladecommemorative knife based on the original design of the Vietnam SOG militaryknife. Over the last 25 years the company has grown along with one simplephilosophy - to create innovative products that stand out from the pack. SOG is very excited and honored to be a part of Medal of HonorWarfighter and help bring a new level of detail and authenticity to the game.When we were asked take part, we jumped at the opportunity to make somethingthat is authentic and honors the operators. We worked closely with Danger Closeand EA and with their help developed an amazing new product. The whole processhas been thrilling to be a part of and SOG is pleased to be able to help giveback to the community that supports us. – Chris Cashbaugh, MarketingDirector, SOG Chris recently joined us at the International Tier 1 photo shoot andoutfitted each of our 12 International Tier 1 Operators with SOG blades andspecialty tools. Chris also brought along with him a prototype of an excitingnew tomahawk designed especially for one of the most notorious characters everto appear in a Medal of Honor game. The Voodoo Hawk is made with a 420 stainless steel head, weighs 24 ouncesand has a glass-reinforced nylon handle. Overall length is 12.56†and hasa wicked looking cutting edge of 3.5â€. http://cdn.medalofhonor.com/sites/default/files/images/voodoo-hawk-limited-edition-420_1.jpg Limited Edition Voodoo Hawk Along with the Voodoo Hawk, we will also feature the SOG Ops Black TiNibelt knife which features a recurved edge, a drop point tip for addedstrength, large thumb scallops for additional control, and perfect balance forinstinctive movement. The demolition class in Medal of Honor Warfightermultiplayer will also carry the PowerLock EOD Black Oxide Multi-tool for setting democharges.We welcome SOG to the Medal of Honor family and are extremely excited tohave them onboard. Check back next week for the reveal of our next Partner! Greg Goodrich Executive Producer Medal of Honor View the full article

Starting today, you can purchase our second expansion pack Battlefield 3: Close Quarters via PlayStation Store and the Battlefield 3 in-game store. View the full article

The second series of "Ask a Tier 1"! Ask your questions to a former Tier 1 Operator, and we will reveal answers next week. http://cdn.medalofhonor.com/sites/default/files/images/ask_a_tier_1.jpg We present the second release of "Ask a Tier 1"! Our fans have a unique opportunity to ask questions to a former Tier 1 Operator. Ask your Tier 1 question on the Medal of Honor Facebook and Twitter pages. How to Participate Ask a Question via Facebook 1.Go to the Ask a Tier 1 Facebook post 2.Ask your question in the comments 3.Answers will be revealed on Friday, May 18 Ask a Question via Twitter 1.Follow @MedalofHonor on Twitter 2.Tweet your question with the #AskATier1 hashtag to be considered 3.Answers will be revealed on Tuesday, June 26 PLEASE be respectful and considerate when asking your question. The Operator will answer anything he is able to, but obviously cannot go into details around specific operations. Questions will be curated by the Community Team. Thanks and we look forward to answering your Tier 1 questions! View the full article

Battlefield 3 Close Quarters has been out for a while now, and we’d like to hear what you guys think … Read on → http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/dvOSHFH_LMv8X7TiItePGwk_ZB0/0/di http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/dvOSHFH_LMv8X7TiItePGwk_ZB0/1/di http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BF3Blog/~4/K45SO-pcmoI View the full article

This week’s partner is Magpul Industries! I’m sure it is no surprise to many of you that Magpul would be revealed at some point as a Medal of Honor Warfighter Partner since Magpul products have been featured in every single image and video we’ve released since we first announced the game. This week’s partner is Magpul Industries! I’m sure it isno surprise to many of you that Magpul would be revealed at some point as aMedal of Honor Warfighter Partner since Magpul products have beenfeatured in every single image and video we’ve released since we firstannounced the game. Magpul Industries was founded in 1999 by former U.S. Marine Corps SergeantRichard Fitzpatrick, with the intent of developing a simple device to aid inthe manipulation of rifle magazines while reloading under stress. With a focuson innovation, simplicity, and efficiency, the company’s product line hasgrown rapidly over the last decade to include complex weapon components,accessories, and complete firearm designs. Magpul is pretty excited to be involved in this project. Danger Close and EAhave an amazing attention to detail and authenticity that would do any gamecredit. In addition to being professionals they have shown a true dedication bygiving back to the SOF community. Supporting SOF has always been a priority forMagpul when developing new products and we’re pleased with theopportunity to give back. Magpul’s honored to participate in Medal ofHonor and can't wait for gamers to see what Danger Close and EA are puttingtogether. - Drake Clark, Senior Director of Business Development, Magpul Drake and his colleague Drew Jensen recently joined us at the InternationalTier 1 photo shoot in Los Angeles, California where we outfitted 12 Tier 1Operators representing the 10 different nations in the game. And notsurprisingly, once again, Magpul was heavily featured on every single Operatorduring the two day shoot. Drew brought with him the entire line of Magpulproducts ranging from magazines, couplers, rifle stocks, sights, slings, riflegrips and other innovative equipment designed for the Warfighter. There is a common saying among Operators in the Special Operationscommunity, "If you come expecting a fair fight, you are unprepared.†Thismindset is at the core of the Magpul brand and is what drives everything theydo. In Medal of Honor Warfighter we will give players the advantage ofoutfitting their weapon systems with an entire line of Magpul products. Nothingis ever “standard issue†among Operators and therefore we willallow gamers to outfit themselves with Magpul gear in Medal of HonorWarfighter. So head over to the Magpul website and gain an unfair advantage! Check back next week for the reveal of our next Partner. Greg Goodrich</br>Executive Producer</br>Medal of Honor View the full article

http://bf3blog.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/battlefield-3-double-xp-weekend-200x120.jpgDICE has announced another Battlefield 3 double XP weekend on June 16-17. The event will be open to both Premium … Read on → http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/42GHcYyyeRnmss5ysYKlY41WuA0/0/di http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/42GHcYyyeRnmss5ysYKlY41WuA0/1/di http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BF3Blog/~4/ieq6qbBZg5c View the full article

We’ve got some more footage from Battlefield 3 Armored Kill from E3, this time, it’s an on stage preview done … Read on → http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/V_GVkY_hZ4bbZP0QyWJnXdzFxE0/0/di http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/V_GVkY_hZ4bbZP0QyWJnXdzFxE0/1/di http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BF3Blog/~4/xgOrnZsD0HU View the full article

Battlefield 3 Armored Kill won’t be out until September, but already we’re getting a ton of info on the expansion … Read on → http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/5MkhAW31PQn1YIukFadnjnY4tyM/0/di http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/5MkhAW31PQn1YIukFadnjnY4tyM/1/di http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BF3Blog/~4/_BRSn1tkBJ8 View the full article

The Medal of Honor Warfighter press conference was a huge hit, introducing a multiplayer trailer and details about MP gameplay. Players will take on the role of one of 12 tier 1 units from 10 countries and compete against other special operations groups. UPDATE: 4PM PSTE3 is off to an amazing start. Be sure to check out all the pics and updates at Medal of Honor Warfighter E3 page. If you are looking for news coverage about Medal of Honor, check out the list below… “The game is built with the Frostbite 2 engine, and has impressive destruction physics.†– GameInformer “Medal of Honor’s E3 Trailer (Or, Good Lord This Engine Looks Pretty)†– Kotaku “Medal of Honor now runs on Frostbyte 2.0, the same engine that made Battlefield 3 so gorgeous. Particles hang in the air, debris flies through the air, and all of it happens around you with beautifully devastating precision." – VentureBeat Destructoid (Medal of Honor Warfighter) E3: Medal of Honor: Warfighter pre-order DLC announced GameInformer.com (Medal of Honor Warfighter) Medal Of Honor Warfighter Gameplay And Multiplayer Details G4 (Medal of Honor Warfighter) Electronic Arts E3 2012 Press Conference GameSpot (Medal of Honor Warfighter) EA E3 2012 Press Conference GameSpy (Medal of Honor Warfighter) Medal of Honor: Warfighter E3 Trailer GamesRadar (Medal of Honor Warfighter) Medal of Honor: Warfighter pre-order and limited edtion details revealed GameTrailers.com (Medal of Honor Warfighter) E3 2012: Trailer (Stream) IGN (Medal of Honor Warfighter) E3 2012: New Medal of Honor: Warfighter Gameplay Shown Kotaku (Medal of Honor Warfighter) Medal of Honor’s E3 Trailer (Or, Good Lord This Engine Looks Pretty) Polygon (Medal of Honor Warfighter) Medal of Honor: Warfighter coming October 23rd Venturebeat (Medal of Honor Warfighter) E3 2012: Medal of Honor: Warfighter’s beautiful carnageE3 Day 1 The Medal of Honor Warfighter press conference was a huge hit, introducing a multiplayer trailer and details about MP gameplay. Players will take on the role of one of 12 Tier 1 units from 10 countries and compete against other special operations groups.We also introduced Somalia's Pirate Town, where players will land on the beach and attack the Al-Shabaab controlled region.At 2pm Pacific, Medal of Honor's Kevin O'Leary will play through the in single player demo and take your questions live at the Origin.com live chat so be sure to tune in with any details you'd like to know about the game. We will have updates, photos, interviews and more direct from the E3 show floor so stay tuned to the Medal of Honor E3 page for full details! View the full article

The latest Battlefield 3 trailer shows some new gameplay from the recently release Close Quarters DLC (on the PS3), and … Read on → http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/6XaWrFX8yZhFiNldV4_z0R6wLLA/0/di http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/6XaWrFX8yZhFiNldV4_z0R6wLLA/1/di http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BF3Blog/~4/7Ka9cbmC3Ok View the full article

http://bf3blog.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/battlefield-3-ac130-200x120.jpgThe massive AC-130 gunship was a big surprise for many players when it was spotted in the Battlefield Premium trailer, … Read on → http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/Xjntp56K5U_7xEtK1i6N245RMuo/0/di http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/Xjntp56K5U_7xEtK1i6N245RMuo/1/di http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BF3Blog/~4/ujQN-tJVG9E View the full article

http://bf3blog.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/battlefield-premium-200x120.jpgEA just wrapped up their E3 press conference, revealing a whole bunch of games and some Battlefield 3 news. The … Read on → http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/2tVBb4UCbGNgo5jY0oMyOkttq_c/0/di http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/2tVBb4UCbGNgo5jY0oMyOkttq_c/1/di http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BF3Blog/~4/vFNNFAaHHT8 View the full article

Hurry up and watch the above video before EA pulls off the interwebs. The new Battlefield Premium trailer, meant to … Read on → http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/NjpffH6V6qe9U2mVA-fdNivI5Zo/0/di http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/NjpffH6V6qe9U2mVA-fdNivI5Zo/1/di http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BF3Blog/~4/65zZTUaF1lM View the full article

EA has announced that at E3 next week, the two upcoming Battlefield 3 expansions, Battlefield 3: Close Quarters and Battlefield … Read on → http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/1VtQ0RHNsYWODfsxjfyqGC1cxrw/0/di http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/1VtQ0RHNsYWODfsxjfyqGC1cxrw/1/di http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BF3Blog/~4/46SxiUCs8tU View the full article

EA has confirmed (via Twitter) the existence Battlefield Premium, a service which will give players access to Battlefield 3 DLC, … Read on → http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/ZT_nPOPMjE6OxDyHLPiQWqjQdUM/0/di http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/ZT_nPOPMjE6OxDyHLPiQWqjQdUM/1/di http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BF3Blog/~4/SB50Ag72pYs View the full article

According to various rumors, the Battlefield 3 premium subscription service, simply called Battlefield Premium, will cost around the same as … Read on → http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/UrXH82FPIGkPmaBr_WayR_QEYlw/0/di http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/UrXH82FPIGkPmaBr_WayR_QEYlw/1/di http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BF3Blog/~4/iZyb1dwxdFE View the full article

Just in case you’re not aware of it: PC players had their Battlefield 3 double XP weekend pushed by a … Read on → http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/-OOGqKwVpJXhVPy1BhG7UQ2c904/0/di http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/-OOGqKwVpJXhVPy1BhG7UQ2c904/1/di http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BF3Blog/~4/ePibaBSEd4c View the full article

EA has confirmed the price of the upcoming Battlefield 3 Close Quarters DLC: the content pack will cost $15 on … Read on → http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/eu-ZDEixqkvzslNDfOdpa2ZBM68/0/di http://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/eu-ZDEixqkvzslNDfOdpa2ZBM68/1/di http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BF3Blog/~4/WWvprX7n1j8 View the full article