The 25 Best Military Games of All Time

17. Battlefield 2

Platform(s): Mac and PC
Year: 2005
As the successor to the widely played Battlefield 1942, BF2 leaped into a different time period and hosted a new world based on present-day warfare approach—becoming a direct influence for the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare series. EA’s shooter garnered mass appeal for its balanced gameplay and wonderful mechanics. Although there was a single-player campaign present, the heart of BF2 remained in the unique multiplayer system, which embraced a mechanic that created hierarchies and the need for teamwork that led to a refreshing shooter experience. The game continues to influence the development of several expansive franchises: including its very own sequels. —JR