Top 10 Best Battlefield 3 Maps

Released in 2011, Battlefield 3 quickly became one of the most popular FPS games of its time, thanks in no small part to its incredible multiplayer mode.

One of the most important elements of any multiplayer FPS game is the maps, and Battlefield 3 was no exception. With a wide variety of maps to choose from, each with its own unique challenges and tactical opportunities, players could spend hours exploring and mastering the different environments.

But with so many maps to choose from, which ones are the best of the best? That's where this list comes in. We've compiled a list of the top Battlefield 3 maps, as voted on by players from around the world.

From the dense urban environments of Operation Metro and Grand Bazaar, to the sprawling deserts of Caspian Border and Gulf of Oman, to the intense close-quarters combat of Operation 925 and Scrapmetal, these maps offer a wide range of gameplay experiences that cater to all types of players.

Whether you prefer sniping from long distances or getting up close and personal with your enemies, there's a map on this list that's sure to appeal to you. And with each map offering its own unique challenges and opportunities for strategic play, you'll never run out of new ways to approach each match.
The Top Ten
1 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 layed out, and fantastic use of teamwork, I must say that this could possibily beat Strike at Karkand in gameplay. Perfect for Conquest and the Conquest Assualt plus Rush, the graphics from Frostbite 2, even just the enviroment itself makes it great for players starting anew or for pro players to let it out. One problem though is that yet its big enough for both console and PC users, it should be expanded even more for a true battle.

2 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 Assualt and Rush because of its wide range of flanking and attacking plus its perfect for all out street battles. The map was even featured and used in Battlefield 2145.

I played hours over hours on this map with the scar-l conquest assault it was really great fun this map is so good and beautiful really enjoy it..

Awesome urban combat. I sign up the text below. Every evening I'm striking Karkand.

3 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 gamemodes like Tank Supprority, many players would refer the map to hell on earth for infantry. Though not quite as big as I thought it would be, it still impresses with it use of tactical gameplay and menuvering.

4 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 the BF3 multiplayer maps, it didn't dissapoint. Recomended though being played on the PC for maximum experience, nothing like a huge conquest game on this huge map.

Second best map after operation firestorm that by the way should be added on this list

5 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. Favoritly used for Rush games.

6 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.

7 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.
8 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 being used from Battlefield 1942 to now, has not dissapointed many.

9 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.

Map has very realistic CQC situation with holding down rooms and buildings. Flags are structured and set to help with a lot of games movement so players seek enemies when gathering flags for Conquest. This map also offers a lot of mixed used of sniper and assualt variations for all players. Best map created by far in my opinion. Most maps feel to big and horde vehicles that seem to OP for even the newest players to work against. This map had little vehicles and a lot of on foot action. Bring more maps like this in the future in BF4 new DLC

10 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.

Ok map. The trees at the US deployment centure is annoying when driving a LAV for example.

The Contenders
11 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 diverse maps. Definitely the face of BF3.

12 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 expecially in the center alley way.

13 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 Operation Metro over the original one. Large and diverse, it gives satisfaction to all players. Ensure to be best playing in a squad for this map.

14 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.
15 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.
16 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.
17 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.
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