In Battlefield 3, I’m able to connect to a server with a first computer, but the second computer in the LAN will always keep on the “connecting…” phase. I think that happens because I was using the same port. Origin uses registry to launch the game so I changed the registry to use another port: … Read more
Is there any way to set a default map size and zoom level so that one does not have to hit M key and N key when respawning or entering / exiting a vehicle? Answer There currently is no way to do this. Which is very annoying when it resets to the default size (not … Read more
In a Squad Deathmatch game, (I don’t know if this happens on Squad Rush also) when I join I can view the other players on my “squad” team but I am not in the squad, i.e. I cannot spawn on them or view them as green in the HUD, they show up as blue like … Read more
Wandering amongst several servers during matchmaking, I often come close to some that I would like to find again in my next matches. During a match, in the server settings section I can see there is an option to add the server to favorites. Sometimes I did, but I’m not able to find them again … Read more
I have a logitech g930 (7.1) headset and I would like to know how I can make use of the surround sound in BF3 (5.1/7.1). Which setting should I change in order to make it use the surround system and where do I find it? Answer The setting you search for is in the audio … Read more
I’m just wondering if it really make a difference in a tank to tank encounter. Its usually which ever tank can get the first shot will prevail unless the other tank can drive, shoot and dodge some shots; But would the autoloader make a difference in that? how many shot would it take before the … Read more
Does the SA80 assault rifle appear in Battlefield 3? If so, what classes can use it, and how do I acquire it? Answer The SA80 (Also known as the L85A2 Assault Rifle) is available in the Back to Karkand expansion pack for the Assault class. See here for a list of statistics and unlocks for … Read more
I get in the bathroom through the window, but when the Iranian came in it said press O, then he says NOW and it says press R1 but I just can’t pass this part. I’ve tried hitting both constantly, then O first then R1 then I try leaving both pressed. I don’t know what else … Read more
How can I check my ping in Battlefield 3 when playing online? Answer There is currently no way to view your ping while in the game. There have been complaints about this, but that’s the way it is at the moment. Of course in battlelog you can browse servers by ping, and you can usually … Read more
I’ve recently been tooling around with the shotguns. I was kind of surprised to see that there are some long range scopes available. Especially for a weapon with such a limited range. Does anyone have/use these upgrades for the shotgun and are they even worth using? Answer Coupled with the “Slug” ammo, you can do … Read more
