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Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam vs Battlefield Vietnam

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Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam
Battlefield: Bad Company 2 VietnamExperience the gritty Vietnam war in a classic Battlefield shooter
Battlefield Vietnam
Battlefield VietnamRelive the gritty combat of the Vietnam War in a classic FPS experience
Overview
Description

Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam brings the iconic series to the jungles of Southeast Asia, delivering large‑scale battles with destructible environments and authentic weaponry. The expansion builds on the solid single‑player campaign and robust multiplayer modes that made the original a hit, adding new maps, vehicles, and a fresh storyline set in 1968. The game runs on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC, offering both solo missions and competitive online matches for up to 24 players. With its PEGI 16 rating, it provides intense, mature combat experiences for seasoned shooters.

Battlefield Vietnam transports players to the dense jungles and chaotic battlefields of the 1960s conflict, delivering a gritty first‑person shooter with both single‑player and multiplayer modes. Developed by Digital Illusions CE: Canada and published by Electronic Arts, the game offers authentic weapons, vehicles, and environments that capture the era’s intense warfare. The title features large‑scale multiplayer battles, destructible terrain, and a variety of mission objectives that emphasize teamwork and strategy. With a PEGI 16 / ESRB T rating, it balances historical authenticity with accessible gameplay for seasoned shooters and newcomers alike.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
First-Person Shooters
First-Person Shooters
Best for
Fans of large‑scale military shooters
Fans of classic FPS and military history
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
General
msrp
$59.99
$49.9917%
release date
2010-12-18
2004-03-14
Specifications
developer
EA Digital Illusions CE
Digital Illusions CE: Canada
publisher
Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts
age rating
PEGI 16
PEGI 16, ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
85/100+6%
80/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Huge, destructible environments
  • Diverse vehicle roster
  • Strong co‑op campaign
  • Robust multiplayer with 24 slots
  • Authentic period weapons and vehicles
  • Large‑scale 64‑player battles
  • Destructible jungle environments
  • Strong emphasis on squad coordination
Cons
  • Occasional server lag on PC
  • Limited map variety beyond Vietnam setting
  • AI sometimes inconsistent
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Multiplayer matchmaking can be unreliable
  • Limited single‑player narrative depth
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The Verdict

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Battlefield Vietnam is the safer default for budget-conscious players wanting massive 64-player battles, while Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam offers a higher-rated, co-op-enabled experience at a higher price point. The main trade-off is between player scale and critic score versus campaign style and cost.

Key differences

  • Player count: Battlefield Vietnam supports up to 64 players in multiplayer matches, whereas Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam supports up to 24 players.
  • Campaign co-op: Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam includes a two-player co-op campaign, while Battlefield Vietnam features a narrative single-player campaign.
  • Price and Critic Score: Battlefield Vietnam costs $49.99 with an 80 critic score, whereas Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam costs $59.99 with an 85 critic score.
  • Release year: Battlefield Vietnam released in 2004, whereas Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam released in 2010.
  • Class systems: Battlefield Vietnam features rifleman, medic, and demolition expert roles, whereas Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam features Engineer, Assault, and Support roles.
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Gameplay & fun factor

Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam holds a higher critic score of 85/100 compared to Battlefield Vietnam's 80/100.

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Platform availability

Not specified for specific platforms for either game, as both only list general single player and multiplayer capability.

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Price & value

Battlefield Vietnam is priced at $49.99, which is $10 cheaper than Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam's $59.99 MSRP.

Battlefield Vietnam

Multiplayer / co-op

Battlefield Vietnam supports up to 64 players in large-scale matches, whereas Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam supports up to 24 players.

Battlefield Vietnam

Content & replayability

Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam includes a two-player co-op campaign and online leaderboards tracking player performance.

Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam

Difficulty & accessibility

Both games feature PEGI 16 age ratings, with Battlefield Vietnam also carrying an ESRB T rating.

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Graphics & performance

Released in 2010, Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam is a newer title compared to Battlefield Vietnam from 2004.

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Choose Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam if…

Players seeking a higher critic score, a co-op campaign, and a more recent 2010 release date.

Choose Battlefield Vietnam if…

Players wanting massive 64-player battles, a lower price point, and classic solo-narrative Vietnam campaigns.

Common questions

Which game is less expensive?

Battlefield Vietnam is cheaper with an MSRP of $49.99, compared to Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam at $59.99.

Can I play the campaign with a friend?

Yes, Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam features a co-op campaign for two players, whereas Battlefield Vietnam features a narrative single-player campaign.

How do the multiplayer player counts compare?

Battlefield Vietnam supports up to 64 players, while Battlefield: Bad Company 2 Vietnam supports up to 24 players.