patch 1.4 beta?

**sculls** · 07-05-2006, 12:39 PM

is this for real ???
Today EA released the 1.4 beta patch. Patch 1.4 includes the new map 'Road to Jalalabad' and a new infrantry only serversetting.

The 1.4 beta patch can only be played on unranked servers and a select number of EA Trusted Partners is allowed to host these servers. The client patch is available as full (530 mb size) and incremental (140 mb size) version and is not backwards compatible. Because there won't be many 1.4 beta servers online, it is not wise to upgrade to this beta version unless you are willing to contribute in the bugfind proces.
The readme of beta patch 1.4 describes how to be able to play both 1.3 and 1.4
Feedback of any kind of bugs is welcome, please contact your EA Trusted Partner and include as much details as possible. In The Netherlands your are welcome to contact i3d.nl (info@i3d.nl) for feedback on beta patch 1.4

The clientpatch is downloadable on our special 1000 mbit mirror website:

http://files.i3d.nl (European 1000 mbit mirror)

Beta Disclaimer

Greetings!
By taking part in this BETA you are accepting the risks related to the use of non-final code. EA & DICE are not responsible for any harm caused by the use of these files. EA will not provide customer support for any issues related to the use of any BETA related files. Any issues experienced during the use of these files should be reported to the EA Battlefield2 forums.

www.gamert.nl/forum

**Rock** · 07-05-2006, 12:48 PM

I personally willl wait until the patch is official. Sounds promising though. Lets hope this patch sorts out what its meant to, and not mess any other thing up.

**UnDeaD** · 07-05-2006, 12:54 PM

If I can use that method to still play on 1.3 then I'm all for testing it out. New map looks interesting.

**RocketPunch** · 07-05-2006, 01:03 PM

wow, the beta is out? nice. May be I will install it on my other machine and test it out.

**JimmyTwoHand** · 07-05-2006, 02:01 PM

If i can still play 1.3 it might be worth checking out. Seeing as this is going to a public beta before release it sounds like this is going to be the last BF2 patch we are getting. It would be nice to get some feedback from our POV although i doubt this would have much impact, its probably more for the technical issues than content.

Ill be having a look.

**Nikolas** · 07-05-2006, 02:03 PM

Changelog anyone?

**UnDeaD** · 07-05-2006, 02:11 PM

no changelog.

I've been playing it for about 30mins, I've got the say....infantry mode was the worst idea ever. I know its beta, but its really lame setting. Takes like 2 or more nades to kill someone, thats standing on top of the nade itsself. Takes like full clip with headshots to kill someone. The new map is pretty cool so far, I wouldn't say the "new karkand" but kinda close.

Beta Disclaimer

Greetings!
By taking part in this BETA you are accepting the risks related to the use of non-final code. EA & DICE are not responsible for any harm caused by the use of these files. EA will not provide customer support for any issues related to the use of any BETA related files. Any issues experienced during the use of these files should be reported to the EA Battlefield2 forums.

Helpful Tips:

Installation steps to protect your original BF2 install:
Beta Installation

1. Go to “C:\Program Files\EA GAMES”
2. Right click the “Battlefield 2” folder and choose “Copy”
3. Right click anywhere away from this folder and choose “Paste”
4. Once the copy has completed, you will have two folders named “Battlefield 2” and “Copy of Battlefield 2”
5. Install the patch 1.4 beta, then start the game as normal

When you wish to switch back to the release version of BF2, use the following steps:

1. Go to “C:\Program Files\EA GAMES”
2. Right click the “Battlefield 2” folder and choose “Rename”
3. Rename the folder to something like “Battlefield 2 Beta”
4. Right click the “Copy of Battlefield 2” folder
5. Rename the folder the “Battlefield 2”
6. Start the game as normal.

The shortcut will run BF2.exe from whichever folder is named “Battlefield 2” and both installations share the same registry entries.

Using the above steps will negate the need to completely uninstall and re-install whenever you wish to switch from the retail version to the beta version and vice versa.

Feedback & Bug Reporting: There will be threads hosted on the EA forums in which you can provide your feedback on the 1.4 patch. Please direct all feedback to these lists and not to customer service. Customer Service will not provide support for any Patch Beta issues. We are eager to receive your feedback on this patch beta!

Communicate in game: When playing in one of the BETA servers make sure to communicate any issues you see to others in the server. This will allow you to quickly discover if the issues you experience are unique to you or not.

Screenshots: It is extremely helpful to our development teams to be able to have a visual reference for any issues or feedback you provide. Whenever possible please provide a screenshot with your bug reports or feedback.

Crash Logs: If you experience a crash please check your dmp file located at: C:\Documents and Settings\<xxx>\My Documents\Battlefield 2\Dmp. Report your crash in the Official EA Forums and be prepared to provide the dump file if requested.

DX Diag report: For any technical issue experienced we may need you to provide your system spec and driver information. All of this can be gathered by selecting the ‘run’ option in the start menu and entering “dxdiag” then pressing Enter.

**JimmyTwoHand** · 07-05-2006, 02:44 PM

Didnt even realise we were getting a new map. Ill be back on in a few hours and might take a gander then although im reluctant about destroying my ability to play 1.3. Let me know if there are any issues on that front.

**perry** · 07-05-2006, 06:27 PM

On the one hand, I'm not too excited about seeing an admitted beta-quality product from EA. On the other hand, if stuff is broken even after this beta, I don't really have the right to complain if I didn't help test it when given the opportunity.

If I get bored this weekend, I may try it out. I'll let some of you "first adopters" clear the path for me

**Exploding_Silver** · 07-05-2006, 06:37 PM

Yeah its buggy but the new map is fun, also you can switch between 1.3 & 1.4 easily by renaming folders.

**perry** · 07-05-2006, 07:06 PM

From IRC:

<Col_Hogan> dhp1080 seems when you are medic with the new BETA patch..and you are equipped with paddles...you get instant health...even when shot..only thing that seems to kill you will be Explosives and or Rockets

I think I'm making myself a liar already.. got the patch downloaded and am moving directories around. Sigh. Such a sucker for BF crap.

**UnDeaD** · 07-05-2006, 08:00 PM

Yep, just don't forget to switch back,

I just named my regular install battlefield 2-1.3.

**JimmyTwoHand** · 07-05-2006, 08:54 PM

The only two changes i noticed are that the GL arming distance seems to have been decreased and C4 no longer disappears into the base of the flag. Jalalabad seems ok from a quick run through but it didnt make me cream myself in ecstasy. Still new content is always welcome. Im not moaning.