Gulf of Oman (Back to Karkand)
This Battlefield 3 map is set in an Arabian Gulf region and features a mix of infantry and vehicle combat. The map is characterized by its sandy terrain, palm trees, and clear blue waters. Players can engage in battles on the beach, in the city, and on the harbor, with several capture points distributed throughout the map. The map also includes several naval vehicles, including gunboats, attack boats, and jet skis. Great size, well laid out, and fantastic use of teamwork. I must say that this could possibly beat Strike at Karkand in gameplay.
Perfect for Conquest, Conquest Assault, and Rush, the graphics from Frostbite 2, and even just the environment itself, make it great for new players and pros alike.
One problem, though, is that while it's big enough for both console and PC users, it should be expanded even more for a true battle.
Strike at Karkand (Back to Karkand)
This map is set in a Middle Eastern city and features both infantry and vehicle combat. The map is designed with a mix of narrow alleys and wide streets, with several buildings and rooftops that players can use to their advantage. The map includes several capture points, including a hotel, a market, and a bridge. Players can also use vehicles such as tanks, helicopters, and jeeps to navigate the map. Whoever played Battlefield 2 couldn't forget this place, probably a huge favorite for its time. It's great for Conquest Assault and Rush because of its wide range of flanking and attacking, plus it's perfect for all-out street battles.
The map was even featured and used in Battlefield 2142.
I played hours and hours on this map with the SCAR-L. Conquest Assault was really great fun. This map is so good and beautiful. I really enjoyed it.
Awesome urban combat. I agree with the text below. Every evening I'm striking Karkand.
Nebandan Flats (End Game)
This map is set in a desert region and features a mix of infantry and vehicle combat. The map is characterized by its open spaces, sand dunes, and rocky terrain. Players can engage in battles on the flats, in the canyons, and around the base, with several capture points distributed throughout the map. The map includes several vehicles, including tanks, jeeps, and transport helicopters. Very popular for game modes like Tank Superiority, many players refer to the map as hell on earth for infantry.
Though not quite as big as I thought it would be, it still impresses with its use of tactical gameplay and maneuvering.
Kharg Island
This map is set on an oil refinery off the coast of Iran. The map is designed for both infantry and vehicle combat, with several capture points distributed throughout the map. Players can engage in battles on the oil rig, in the refinery, and on the docks, with plenty of cover and open spaces. The map includes several vehicles, including tanks, attack boats, and transport helicopters. The best default map for BF3 multiplayer, it didn't disappoint. Recommended to be played on the PC for maximum experience, there's nothing like a huge conquest game on this huge map.
Second best map after Operation Firestorm, which, by the way, should be added to this list.
Noshahr Canals
This map is set in a shipping port on the coast of Iran. The map is designed for both infantry and vehicle combat, with several capture points distributed throughout the map. Players can engage in battles on the docks, in the warehouse, and on the containers, with plenty of cover and open spaces. The map includes several vehicles, including jeeps, attack boats, and transport helicopters. Second best map for the original BF3 map set. Favored for Rush games.
Ziba Tower (Close Quarters)
This map is set in a high-rise office building in downtown Tehran. The map is designed for intense infantry combat, with several levels of vertical gameplay. Players can fight through various sections of the tower, including offices, hallways, and a rooftop helipad. The map includes several chokepoints and destructible environments, making it ideal for players who enjoy close-quarters combat. I don't have the DLC for it, but it looks beast.
Operation Metro
This map is set in a subway system in Paris, France. The map is designed for intense infantry combat, with narrow corridors, tight corners, and several levels of vertical gameplay. Players can fight through various sections of the subway, including ticket halls, platforms, and tunnels. The map includes several chokepoints, making it ideal for players who enjoy close-quarters combat.
Wake Island 2014
This map is set on a tropical island in the Pacific Ocean and features a mix of infantry and vehicle combat. The map is characterized by its sandy beaches, palm trees, and clear blue waters. Players can engage in battles on the beaches, in the forest, and on the airfield, with several capture points distributed throughout the map. The map includes several vehicles, including tanks, attack boats, and transport helicopters. Once more, another Battlefield 2 map, but this time for all games. Wake Island, used from Battlefield 1942 to now, has not disappointed many.
Seine Crossing
This map is set in the heart of Paris and features both infantry and vehicle combat. The map is characterized by its narrow streets, riverside promenades, and bridges. Players can engage in battles in the streets, in the buildings, and on the bridges, with several capture points distributed throughout the map. The map includes several vehicles, including tanks, jeeps, and transport helicopters. This map has a very realistic CQC situation with holding down rooms and buildings. Flags are structured and set to help with a lot of game movement, so players seek enemies when gathering flags for Conquest.
This map also offers a lot of mixed use of sniper and assault variations for all players. Best map created by far in my opinion. Most maps feel too big and hoard vehicles that seem too overpowered for even the newest players to work against.
This map has few vehicles and a lot of on-foot action. Bring more maps like this in future BF4 DLC.
Alborz Mountains (Armored Kill)
This map is set in a snowy mountain range and features a mix of infantry and vehicle combat. The map is characterized by its steep slopes, dense forests, and winding roads. Players can engage in battles on the mountains, in the forests, and on the snow-covered roads, with several capture points distributed throughout the map. The map includes several vehicles, including tanks, helicopters, and jets. Okay map. The trees at the US deployment center are annoying when driving an LAV, for example.
The Newcomers
? Operation 925 (Close Quarters)
This map is set in an office building in New York City and is designed for intense infantry combat. The map is characterized by its multiple floors, offices, and corridors, which create a maze-like environment. Players can engage in battles on the office floors, in the parking garage, and on the roof, with several capture points distributed throughout the map. The map includes several chokepoints, destructible environments, and interactive elements such as elevators, making it ideal for players who enjoy close-quarters combat.
? Sharqi Peninsula (Back to Karkand)
This map is set on a Middle Eastern peninsula and features a mix of infantry and vehicle combat. The map is characterized by its sandy beaches, palm trees, and desert terrain. Players can engage in battles on the beaches, in the city, and on the hills, with several capture points distributed throughout the map. The map includes several vehicles, including tanks, helicopters, and jets.
The Contenders
Caspian Border
This map is set in a border region between Russia and Iran and features a mix of infantry and vehicle combat. The map is characterized by its large open spaces, rolling hills, and dense forests. Players can engage in battles on the border checkpoint, in the town, and on the hilltops, with several capture points distributed throughout the map. The map includes several vehicles, including tanks, helicopters, and jets. The most beautiful, one of the biggest and most diverse maps. Definitely the face of BF3.
Grand Bazaar
This map is set in a Middle Eastern market and features both infantry and vehicle combat. The map is designed with narrow alleys and wide streets, with several capture points distributed throughout the map. Players can engage in battles in the market stalls, on the rooftops, and in the surrounding streets, with plenty of cover and open spaces. The map includes several vehicles, including tanks, jeeps, and transport helicopters. This map was great for infantry combat, especially in the center alleyway.
Talah Market (Aftermath)
This map is set in a post-earthquake Middle Eastern city and features both infantry and vehicle combat. The map is designed with narrow alleys and wide streets, with several capture points distributed throughout the map. Players can engage in battles in the market stalls, on the rooftops, and in the surrounding streets, with plenty of cover and open spaces. The map includes several vehicles, including tanks, jeeps, and transport helicopters. Many claim it to be their favorite over Operation Metro. Large and diverse, it gives satisfaction to all players.
Ensure you play in a squad for this map.
Damavand Peak
This map is set on a mountain peak in Iran and is designed for intense infantry combat. The map is characterized by its steep cliffs, narrow tunnels, and vertical gameplay. Players start at the top of the mountain and must fight their way down through several sections of the mountain, including a base jump, a tunnel, and a construction site. The map includes several chokepoints and destructible environments, making it ideal for players who enjoy close-quarters combat.
Bandar Desert (Armoured Kill)
This map is set in a desert region and features a mix of infantry and vehicle combat. The map is characterized by its wide open spaces, sand dunes, and rocky terrain. Players can engage in battles on the desert flats, in the town, and around the refinery, with several capture points distributed throughout the map. The map includes several vehicles, including tanks, helicopters, and jets.