The AT Battlefield 4 F.A.Q., News, and Discussion thread

[taq8ojh]

My memory usage stays between 3.7-4.0 GB on my machine running Windows 8 and a 5870...

I have never ever seen BF4 use more than 1.8GB memory here. What are you guys doing with your computers?

 

[pugh]

Crash again. fuck this game.

I went back to bf3.. Most of my frustration is gone with bf4 now.. I just wont play it till they patch this game....

 

[Exterous]

My Origin name, for now, is Bionic_Barry_KGB.

One or a few of you bastages add me.

I was wondering who you were...

 

[Anubis]

I have never ever seen BF4 use more than 1.8GB memory here. What are you guys doing with your computers?

running a 3770k with dual 7950s i see between 2-4 GB of ram useage

 

[Chocu1a]

My Origin name, for now, is Bionic_Barry_KGB.

One or a few of you bastages add me.

Had a blast last night with you guys. Little Jay pwnage!!!!!

 

[DeadFred]

The only problems Im currently having are audio drops and infrequent game crashes with an audio loop, hopefully it will be fixed in this upcoming patch.

http://battlelog.battlefield.com/bf4/forum/threadview/2955065217944685108/

UPDATE #8 (Nov 12):
Client patch (PC)
The PC client patch for Battlefield 4 will go live in the near future and fixes a number of different issues you have helped us to identify, including a number of the most common crashes and freezes. We will get back to you with a full fix list and a specific date for this update soon.

Maintenance downtime (All platforms)
Nov 13, we have a planned maintenance starting at 9AM UTC/1AM PST. The maintenance will last for 2-3 hours and multiplayer for Battlefield 4 will be unavailable on all platforms in increments during this window. This maintenance is done in preparation for the upcoming client patches.

Console Server Update (PS3/X360)
During the Nov 13 maintenance window mentioned above, we will roll out the latest server update for X360 and PS3. This server update will include the following fixes:
• Temporarily disabled the ”Indirect Fire” and ”Perimeter Defense” Field Upgrades on PS3 as they caused the game to crash when spawning. This is a temporary workaround while we work to solve the issue altogether.
• Fixed a number of dog tags that were showing up as blank in-game.
• Lowered the damage caused by Mobile AA Active Radar missiles to aircraft. The previous damage was incorrectly set too high.
• Improved server crash reporting and performance tracking on all platforms. This should further help us identify and fix server crashes going forward.

Upcoming console client patches (PS3/X360)
We are testing and finalizing upcoming client patches for PS3 and X360. We will be able to give you an ETA on these at a later date. You can always find the latest info in this thread.

Upcoming Live Scoreboard (PC)
We will introduce Live Scoreboards in the PC server browser on Battlelog in the upcoming days. It will let you see the current status in the ongoing round on a server before you join, such as the number of remaining targets in a round of Obliteration. We will be able to give you specific date on this feature soon.

UPDATE #7 (Nov 12):
Server Update R8 rolling out on PC
We recently deployed the R8 Server Update on PC. It should be propagating throughout servers in the upcoming hours. You can find the change notes below.

R8 Update Notes:
*Fixed a number of dog tags that were showing up as blank in-game.
*Lowered the damage caused by Mobile AA Active Radar missiles to aircraft. The previous damage was incorrectly set too high.
*Improved server crash reporting and performance tracking on all platforms. This should further help us identify and fix server crashes going forward.

 

[smackababy]

Didn't go to work yesterday, and didn't play a single BF game. =( I feel like I've wasted my sick time.

 

[DeadFred]

Didn't go to work yesterday, and didn't play a single BF game. =( I feel like I've wasted my sick time.

Epic fail! Whats wrong with you????

 

[DeadFred]

The latest weapons Ive unlocked are now my new favorites so far.

ACE 23 - very controllable and accurate full auto fire AR
ACE 52 CQB - high damage Carbine with nice range
M249 SAW - the only decently accurate LMG ive tried thus far, made playing through the single player campaign almost worthwhile LOL

Hung up on the M40 sniper and haven't tried any of my latest unlocks there, and haven't tried any of the PDW's or shotguns yet.

 

[smackababy]

I haven't unlocked the ACE 23 yet, but the ACE 52 is my favorite Carbine. I really was hoping the M4 would be the M4A1 and fully auto, but it isn't...

Currently working on getting the Shorty 12 gauge though. Almost there! Making fun of people not using a pistol on servers never gets old.

 

[Nintendesert]

Epic fail! Whats wrong with you????

Didn't you read? He's sick!

 

[lozina]

I haven't unlocked the ACE 23 yet, but the ACE 52 is my favorite Carbine. I really was hoping the M4 would be the M4A1 and fully auto, but it isn't...

Currently working on getting the Shorty 12 gauge though. Almost there! Making fun of people not using a pistol on servers never gets old.

Yes I am trying to grind the handguns as well it's not easy! They seem to take as many points as regular weapons but since you dont end up using pistols so much it makes it a lot slower.

I found that being on a 24/7 TDM Lockers server like the Chicago Supermax one is great. Someone also mentioned a server called D1mension or something which has rules for handguns only - I dont know how they do it if it is a server option or if there is admin to enforce the rule but it sounds like it will be great when it comes up.

 

[lozina]

Vehicles are so easy to level up. Without any effort I am unlocking their abilities so easily compared to small arms.

For BF4 Tanks and APCs is there any info on their hitboxes to inflict maximum damage? I guess the standard rule the rear > sides > front when targeting but are there any special hitboxes for maximum effect ala War of Tanks?

I also cannot understand why they made the tank shell splash damage so ineffective against infantry yet kept the same ridiculous mortar trajectory. I thought they implemented the lobbing shots due to being too easy to use tanks to kill infantry at medium to long range but that was when splash damage actually could kill infantry. Now we have the mortar fire tanks PLUS you'd have to actually directly hit a guy to kill him... silly

 

[smackababy]

Yes I am trying to grind the handguns as well it's not easy! They seem to take as many points as regular weapons but since you dont end up using pistols so much it makes it a lot slower.

I found that being on a 24/7 TDM Lockers server like the Chicago Supermax one is great. Someone also mentioned a server called D1mension or something which has rules for handguns only - I dont know how they do it if it is a server option or if there is admin to enforce the rule but it sounds like it will be great when it comes up.

If it is anything like BF3, there is server code you can use to enforce rules like that. I played on a BF3 domination server that if you used C4, you'd die instantly. And after the first warning, you were booted. I just wish they'd do the same for sniper riles. =(

I generally play hardcore, so pistol kills aren't as hard to come by. I just run around and make fun of everyone not using a pistol. My KD/R has suffered though. I am less than 1 (0.95) right now. =(

 

[Phanuel]

Yeah, unlocking things for my P226 definitely tanked my KDR. And now I want to get the G18, 1911, and the 45-C (57K points, really DICE? Really?).

 

[2is]

I have never ever seen BF4 use more than 1.8GB memory here. What are you guys doing with your computers?

I'm talking about total system usage with bf4 running.

 

[akahoovy]

Yeah, unlocking things for my P226 definitely tanked my KDR. And now I want to get the G18, 1911, and the 45-C (57K points, really DICE? Really?).

At close ranges, the pistols work really well. Generally against anyone who has a rifle equipped and under 20 meters, I can waste them really easily. The P226 fires really quickly.

Locker sounds like a great place to get pistol points.

I have to say I'm getting a feel for which weapons I like for different uses. The SCAR-H does really well with a red dot sight and grips on single fire. With a x4 scope the automatic fire with a grip becomes much better.

 

[Phoenix86]

The latest weapons Ive unlocked are now my new favorites so far.

ACE 23 - very controllable and accurate full auto fire AR
ACE 52 CQB - high damage Carbine with nice range
M249 SAW - the only decently accurate LMG ive tried thus far, made playing through the single player campaign almost worthwhile LOL

Hung up on the M40 sniper and haven't tried any of my latest unlocks there, and haven't tried any of the PDW's or shotguns yet.

I just unlocked the ACE 23 as well, only used it one round but it seems pretty solid. I did the single player just for the M249. Accurate, fast, and 200 rounds... YES PLEASE!

I'm getting my engineering unlocks with shotgun, they are OP. I'll have to try the ACE 52 later.

 

[smackababy]

I'm getting my engineering unlocks with shotgun, they are OP. I'll have to try the ACE 52 later.

The ACE 52 is really good. It has great stability, low muzzle climb, good range, good stopping power, and a quick reload time.

 

[Childs]

I was wondering who you were...

Its funny but you, Chocula, McLovin and I were in the same squad, and it wasn't till much later that I realized you guys didnt know you were fellow ATers.

Had a blast last night with you guys. Little Jay pwnage!!!!!

Yeah, two engineers with stingers in a scout is pretty deadly. Strange how we can own the sky, but then get taken out by the damn boats.

Yes I am trying to grind the handguns as well it's not easy! They seem to take as many points as regular weapons but since you dont end up using pistols so much it makes it a lot slower.

I found that being on a 24/7 TDM Lockers server like the Chicago Supermax one is great. Someone also mentioned a server called D1mension or something which has rules for handguns only - I dont know how they do it if it is a server option or if there is admin to enforce the rule but it sounds like it will be great when it comes up.

You can filter the server name for pistols only. You should find a few, otherwise as someone else mentioned hardcore TDM or DOM should work too. Here is one that combines both pistols only and hardcore.

http://battlelog.battlefield.com/bf...-TDM-HC-Shorty-12G-and-Non-lethal-nades-okay/

 

[darkewaffle]

The armored boats (and even RHIB) are real strong. Their chain guns do a ton of damage to everything except armor - they are pretty vulnerable to jets it seems but if your gunner(s) get on the jet quickly enough they can shred it too.

Stationary AT rockets seem to do significantly less damage than in 3.

Also I miss my perk letting me carry five C4. The little squad bonus thing works ok but I feel like people don't really bother/care though.

 

[96Firebird]

For those here who don't have me from BF3, feel free to add me: JDubz313

I was playing on Lancang Dam last night and was getting really bad rubber-banding in the Q-5 Fantan, but still managed to go 21-2. Is this a common thing? Other people were complaining about it in chat...

Need to upgrade my GPU though. I have everything on low at 1680x1050, and still get less than ideal FPS.

 

[dougp]

I, for the life of me, cannot do good in a jet - but gimme the Little Bird, and wheeeeeeeeeeee. They really need to fix AA, though.

 

[Exterous]

Its funny but you, Chocula, McLovin and I were in the same squad, and it wasn't till much later that I realized you guys didnt know you were fellow ATers.

I knew McLovin was an ATer just not which one

 

[moonbogg]

I'm talking about total system usage with bf4 running.

I checked it a few times and total system RAM usage was around 5.8 gigs. I read people exceeding 8 gigs and that sounds crazy to me. Something odd there I think.