A few years into the most desperate struggle in the history of mankind, and with the conflict focused around the Mediterranean, the Pan Asian Coalition (PAC) seizes the chance to claim the undefended natural resources beneath the ice of mainland Europe. By the time the EU is aware of their presence, the enemy is firmly entrenched in the continent’s harsh ice fields, among abandoned city ruins and soaring mountain peaks. Only fierce close-quarters infantry battles along claustrophobic city streets and narrow rocky passes will eject the PAC forces from their well-defended positions and push them back towards the sea.

Three new maps in a snowy Artic like setting are included in the booster pack. Port Bavaria - is set high in the Alps the EU uses launch pods to assault a PAC Titan docking harbor. Bridge at Remagen, the scene for one of WWII’s major battles, is once again the setting for intense battles as both sides fight to secure the bridge. Finally, night has fallen when the EU launches their assault on the city in the Liberation of Leipzig.  All three maps are nicely detailed and quite large in size.  These new areas do provide a more in depth game and are a blast to play. They are catered to a more infantry style of combat but there are a couple of new vehicles that provide just enough mix.

Battlefield fans will not only enjoy new maps, but new weapons, unlocks, awards, vehicles, and a new game mode.  The new game mode is called Assault Lines. The idea is that the attacking army now has to conquer all control points before taking the enemy’s main base.  It may sound a bit easy or not much different than conquest but it's a bit tricky now that the attacking army must defend the other control points while attacking the enemy’s home base. The PAC’s new vehicle is the Hachimoto - a speedy land based hovercraft that is much like driving a snowmobile in the slipperiest of conditions.  Its quick to move and dodge fire which makes it quite difficult to target. It has plenty of firing capability with grenade launchers and guided missiles. On the flip side the EU’s Goliath is one slow beast that has regenerating armor and multiple gun turrets.  Though tough to destroy, its turtle like pace is its Achilles’ heel.  It does provide one hell of a wallop with its multiple guns. 

Ten new rewards, one new pin and ten new unlock items. This makes those hard-core gamers keep coming back for more to get all the new stuff. Unlock credits earned in the booster pack can also be used in the core game.  New weapons are available after unlocking credits. A couple to mention though are sticky projectiles and Motion Mines that follow players when the mines are deployed near them.  Certainly some new weapons to bring snipers out of their hiding positions.

My Biggest gripe and probably my only one is that the booster pack is only available for download.  I would have liked to see a retail version as well, even if it were a few extra bucks.  My installation went fine but I can just imagine if there was a problem how does it get resolved.  Things like Internet connection failures, not having the correct patch before the download etc.  I’m sure EA has a great plan in place, but I still think some do not like to use Credit Cards over the NET.  Just my personal opinion!  I still recommend this booster pack even as a download because it is worth it for all the content.

Gameplay: 9
Fast and furious.  Once you have the commands down this is a blast to play.  Go on foot or grab a vehicle the choice is yours.  The new vehicles provide yet another facet of challenging tactics that one must defend against or use as a strong part of their arsenal.

Graphics: 8
Looks like Battlefield 2. I personally would like to see the game look as stunning as cinematic trailers.

Sound: 8.5
Still sounds good and it still has pretty darn good music.

Difficulty: Medium
Once you get the knack of the game it is a bit easier.  Online games or sliding the difficulty toggles to the extremes provide the most challenging play.

Concept: 7
I would have liked to see this as a retail version and not just a download.  Fortunately this should be the only add on pack that carries a price tag for this version of battlefield.  For $9.99 it is pretty much a must have for BF2142 fans.

Multiplayer: 9
Plenty of games to be found and logging on is a snap.

Overall: 8
It’s worth the $10 price tag.