The first release of the Eve of Destruction for Battlefield 2 mod is available. You can download Eve of Destruction 2 v0.1 from FileShack.

A new Battlefield 2 patch is now out updating the game to version 1.41, fixing a rare server crash bug. An updated Windows server build is available as well.

There's a new Battlefield 2 article on Computer & Video Games, covering a variety of topics related to DICE's multiplayer shooter sequel. Creative director Lars Gustavsson talks about the modern day setting, working with Trauma Studios, the soldier experience, game modes and of course, the bugs.

It's taken a while, but the Battlefield 2 version 1.4 patch is now available. The update offers various gameplay tweaks and bug fixes, including another attempt to take care of the red/blue nametag bug. Also included is the new Road to Jalalabaad level. People with 1.3 installed can grab the incremental patch.

BUG FIXES
- Fixed the Linux server hangs when trying to load a Special Forces Co-Op map.
- Another attempt at fixing the Red/Blue nametag bug.
- Fixed the missing server info on the map briefing screen.
- Fixed the server browser issues with updating info.
- Fixed the filter by maps size option in the server browser.
- Fixed a low reproducibility crash bug related to the vehicle drop.
- Fixed a crash in Co-op after a player is revived without a kit.
- Fixed a server crash on Linux 32 when trying to rotate maps in Coop Mode.
- Fixed the occasionnal red distance marker appearing on the ground.
- Fixed the bug that caused the player's arms to become invisible when switching weapons.
- Co-Op bot console commands now function on local servers.
- Fixed the excessive damage taken by the Muscle Car.
- Adjusted the minimum number of players to start the round on ranked servers.
The new values for 16, 32 and 64 players are 6, 8 and 8 respectively.
- Re-enabled unlocks on unranked servers.
- Commander options are no longer available whilst commander is dead.
- Fixed bug where a spawn point is shown as selected when it is not if player has spawned in during the preview round.
- Co-Op (Local Server) - Fixed the issue where no other players may join the server if the server host is kicked and banned.
- Ranked Servers now force unlocks.
- Added support for multiple gamemodes in single maplist for mods.

Updated dedicated server files are available as well.

The Battlefield 2 1.4 patch has been in beta for quite a while now, and there was a possiblity it would be released this week. However, that's no longer the case according to this statement sent out by EA

As many of you are now aware we have made the choice to take some extra time with the 1.4 patch before release. During our standard final processing of the 1.4 client update we came across an issue that, although it does not compromise stability, we felt needed to be addressed in order to meet our goal of improving the overall player experience with Battlefield 2. It has come to our attention that a beta version of the 1.4 client has leaked to the general public. It should be noted by players that this file is not final and being such could cause damage to players systems. We want to warn players to avoid the use of any client files that are not distributed by EA/DICE or one of our trusted partners. Once we have set a new schedule for release we will communicate this information to everyone.

As noted in this forum post, a new beta release of the upcoming Battlefield 2 v1.4 patch is now available. There are more bug fixes, tweaks to the Road to Jalalabad map and a few new features for the No Vehicles option.

If you're feeling especially sassy, there is a beta patch 1.4 available for Battlefield 2. One of the new options is a No Vehicles toggle on servers, allowing for infantry only combat. There is also an additional map.

EA sends along an updated version of the Battlefield 2 map editor, which has been updated to be compatible with the 1.3 game code. The editor is still beta and provided 'as is' without official support.

The latest Battlefield 2: Armored Fury Q&A can be found at GameSpy. Tom Galt of DICE Canada once again talks about the new features and content found in this newly released booster pack.

A second Battlefield 2: Armored Fury movie is now available, showing more gameplay footage from the newly released booster pack. You can grab it through the EA Downloader.

According to the latest Battlefield 2 newsletter, the second booster pack Armored Fury will be released this Tuesday. For more info on this booster pack check out our recent interview.

The Battlefield 2 website has been updated with a new community update. In it, DICE/EA acknowledge the issues brought upon by the latest patch, while also telling mod teams: "we understand the difficulties you have worked through and we are continuing to look for ways to help everyone and find ways to promote all of the mods and their hard working teams".

IGN is the latest site to feature a Battlefield 2: Armored Fury Q&A. Lead Level Designer Tom Galt is asked about the new levels, challenges with developing US based maps, new vehicles and weapons, and advantages and disadvantages to the A10 among other things.

Electronic Arts sends along several more screenshots from Armored Fury, the second booster pack for Battlefield 2. Armored Fury will include three new maps and six new vehicles. It's due out some time this spring.

There's a new Battlefield 2: Armored Fury Q&A over at GameSpot. DICE Canada's Tom Galt is asked about things the company learned from the Euro Force booster pack, getting players to buy a booster pack, featured teams in the new maps, new vehicles and more. At FileShack you can download a new gameplay video.

FiringSquad this morning has posted a Battlefield 2: Armored Fury Q&A. Lead level designer Tom Galt is asked about the response to the first booster pack Euro Force, the concept for Armored Fury, the additional weapons, maps and vehicles, gameplay additions and future booster pack plans.

EA sends along the latest Battlefield 2 patch, updating their popular multiplayer shooter to version 1.3. If you already have 1.22 installed there is this incremental patch. The update offers more bug fixes and tweaks along with these new features

- Air dropped vehicles: Squad members can now send a request up the chain of command for a vehicle to be dropped at their location.
- Co-op: Co-op Mode allows you to play Single Player levels on the Internet and LAN with both AI controlled bots and human players. Several new options have been created that will allow the server creator to modify how the bots behave in game.
* Number of Bots: This setting allows you to determine the total number of bots that will spawn in game.
* Bot Ratio: This setting allows you to determine the percentage of total bots that will spawn for each team. For example, setting this value to 25 means that 25% of the total bots will spawn in Team 1, and 75% in Team 2. Team 1 is always the MEC, Chinese, or their allies, while Team 2 is always the USA, EU, and their allies.
* Bot Difficulty: This setting determines the skill level of the bots. 10 is easiest, 100 is the most difficult.
- Default Kit Selection: The kit that you used last is remembered at the beginning of the round and between maps.

Updated server files are available as well.

EA sends along a few more Battlefield 2: Armored Fury screenshots, this time focusing on the new aircraft being added by this booster pack.

Electronic Arts sends along these Armored Fury screenshots, showing off the second booster pack they are releasing for Battlefield 2. It will be available sometime this spring through the EA Downloader program.

The official Battlefield 2 website has a new community update, offering a partial list of changes for the upcoming 1.3 patch. Two new features will be added as well

* Co-op: Co-op Mode allows you to play Single Player levels on the Internet and LAN with both AI controlled bots and human players. Several new options have been created that will allow the server creator to modify how the bots behave in game.
* Air dropped vehicles: Squad members can now send a request up the chain of command for a vehicle to be dropped at their location.