Battlefield 1 Review: Score, Pros and Cons (2016)

Battlefield 1, released in 2016, moved the series to the First World War. Its large-scale multiplayer battles, vehicles and historic weapons made it one of the most impressive shooters of its generation.

What works

Large maps and combined arms battles create a strong sense of scale.
The historic setting gives the weapons and vehicles a distinctive feel.
The war stories campaign offers short, varied vignettes.

What does not

Some players found the spawn system and vehicle balance frustrating.

Category	Score
Gameplay and shooting	8.5/10
Visuals and sound	9.5/10
Content and modes	8/10
Multiplayer and community	8.5/10
Value for money	8/10

Our scores are editorial ratings out of 10, based on each game's design and reported features. They are not a record of hands-on play sessions on this site.

Who should play it

Players who enjoy large-scale team battles and a historic setting.

Verdict

A spectacular team shooter with a striking historical setting. Our score: 8.5 out of 10.

Tips for large-scale battles

Choose a class based on your team's needs, such as support for healing and ammunition or an assault role for close fights. Use vehicles to move quickly, but stay aware of anti-tank weapons. On large maps, a squad that communicates its position and objectives has a major advantage.

Exploring the war stories

The war stories campaign offers short sections with different characters and settings. Each story shows a different part of the conflict, from the trenches to the desert, and gives a clear sense of the era. Playing them in order helps the sections connect.