Question: What is the Battlefield 3 Closed Alpha Trial?
Answer: It is a highly tech focused test period where the main purpose is to do a number of server related tests in preparation for game launch requiring a set amount of players online to ensure the final experience is as much fun and easy as possible.
Q: Is this the Beta promised to buyers of Medal of Honor: Limited Edition?
A: No, this is an Alpha Trial, meaning this software is still not at the "Beta" development milestone. The Open Beta will start in September. The exact date for when Medal of Honor: Limited Edition players can join the Beta will be announced at a later date.
Q: Can I join the Battlefield 3 Closed Alpha Trial?
A: The Alpha is a closed test and by invitation only. If you'd like to have a chance to be called upon make sure to register for our newsletter and ensure your Veteran status is up to date.
Q: What if I don't have an EA account?
A: If you need to create an EA account, please sign up via the EA Profile Page.
Q: Do I need to know anything about the Alpha Trial on the Windows PC before I start?
A: Yes, you'll need to download and install Origin so you can redeem your code, and download the client. Do this first! It'll save you time later, and you'll be able to experience the action that much faster! To learn more about Origin, visit About Origin.
Q: What are the minimum hardware recommendations for the Alpha Trial?
A: RECOMMENDED WINDOWS PC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
 
    OS: Windows 7 or Vista (SP1)
    Installed: Origin
    CPU: Quadcore @ 2.0 GHz or faster
    RAM: 4GB or more
    Hard Drive: 7.25 GB free disk space
    Video: 256 MB or greater
    DirectX 10 or 11 compatible card with latest drivers (AMD 11.5 or later, nVidia 275.33 or later)
    Sound: DirectX 10 or 11 compatible card
    Internet: broadband connection
 
Note that these do not necessarily represent the requirements for the final game.
Q: Are the specs I have seen on the internet the official recommended Windows PC specs for Battlefield 3?
A: We have not announced our recommended or minimum specs so anything at this point is speculation. If you have been invited to the Windows PC version of the Alpha, the recommended specs for this particular test, and thus not reflective of the final version of the game.
Q: How do I launch the Alpha Trial?
A: You can either launch the game from Origin, which will take you to the Battlelog, or you can go directly to the Battlelog site. If this is your first visit to the Battlelog portal, definitely install the prompted plug-in, as it's required for this testing phase.
Q: Why can't I log in to my account? Am I using the correct EA account?
A: If you think you have multiple accounts and need assistance in locating the proper one or you've forgotten your username and/or password, contact us and we'll get you fixed up right away. We can also unify your different EA personas in one account as long as you can validate that you are, in fact, you.
Q: How do I link my old EA account to my new EA account?
A: Electronic Arts has updated its account management system. This new system will help you keep track of your EA accounts and will improve the management of your accounts. "Old" accounts can include Battlefield 2, 1942, and 2142. If you haven't touched your old EA accounts in a while, there's no better time to get everything on the new system.
To link your "old" EA account to your new EA account, perform the steps listed below:
 
    Go to https://profile.ea.com/login.do
    Click the Learn More button at the bottom of the screen.
    Enter your classic screen name and password in the Upgrade your account section.
    You will be brought to a list of names related to the e-mail address associated with each screen name.
    Enter the required information and agree to the Terms of Service.
    Once you agree, your chosen screen names will be upgraded to EA's new account system.
 
If you still encounter resistance, please contact EA Customer Support.
Q: Where can I go to discuss the game with other Alpha participants?
A: Once you've redeemed your Alpha code, you can visit the Battlelog to share your experiences, and trade strategies and tactics with like-minded players. You can also fill out survey questions to help us improve the Battlefield 3 experience.

Merci d'avoir acheté Medal of Honor™ Tier 1 Edition, qui comprend un accès à la bêta de Battlefield 3 qui sera disponible prochainement ! Nous avons bien avancé dans le développement de Battlefield 3 et nous sommes impatients de partager cette nouvelle édition avec vous. Nous déploierons la bêta au cours du mois de septembre et vous figurez encore sur notre liste exclusive de personnes qui pourront la découvrir en avant-première.
Nous effectuons actuellement des tests en interne et un essai Alpha fermé axé sur les aspects techniques. Nous vous informerons sans faute lorsque la bêta de Battlefield 3 sera disponible pour vous. En attendant, découvrez certaines des dernières vidéos de Battlefield 3 et les dernières informations sur le site officiel.
Cordialement,
L'équipe de DICE

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Now for those of you who can say "Mine eyes have seen the glory", feel free to share what you could take away from what you have seen (all shots in the dark - nothing official, we are doing nothing wrong!):
 
* Killing an enemy displays "Enemy Down 100"
* MCOM is 200 points
* Dogtags are 300 points it seems
* You have to hold [R] to pick up a kit- this notification hovers over the kit
* Crosshairs on knife and shock paddles are a small white dot.
* Tripods on the AK74
* Grenade blew tall trees down
* 3D spotting appears confirmed
 
* The engineer had :
- 5 mags of 30 for his M4
- 5 Rockets for his SMAW
- 4 mags of 16 for his M9 pistol.
- 18 rounds per mag on the MP 443
 
* First rank is "Pvt 1st class1"
* Highest score seen was 4070
 
UNLOCKS:
* Engineer gets a G36C as a primary unlock
(Other new weapons):
- SV- 98
- MK11
- RPK
- Not sure about the M27 IAR
- AKS-74u
- AK-74M
 
* Medikit is an unlock.
* "Sprint boost" ? - Customization unlcok
 
*Vehicle unlocks:
- MBT Smoke grenade luancher.
-IFV -AT missle launcher.
-Mobile AA- Smokegrenade launcher.
-Attack helicopter, jets, scout? - "Stealth".
 
* Interesting stats:
- "Highest streak".
- "Longest headshot".
- "Highest nemetag? nemesis streak".
 
And lastly:
 
* We have seen 3 different 1HK equipped knife attacks from behind:
- The grab and knife to the heart (a la Crysis 2)
- The leg sweep and downward chopping blow to the chest
- And a simple backstroke sweep with the knife to the throat.
 
 
The sound is friggin awesome in my opinion!
 
The accuracy on the guns seem very good. The weapon models taper off to a narrow point away from your screen (along FOV depth) so that you can see more of the screen).  
The recoils on everything so far seems agreeable.  
Reload seems "urgent" enough in terms of speed, and animation.