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'''Spectator Mode''' is a feature in the ''[[Battlefield Series]]'' where a player can observe a match in a multiplayer server but cannot participate in the action. Spectators can view the match through a camera using a variety of angles available to and controlled by the player.
 
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'''Spectator Mode''' is a feature in the ''[[Battlefield series|Battlefield Series]]'' where a player can observe a match in a multiplayer server but cannot participate in the action. Spectators can view the match through a camera using a variety of angles available to and controlled by the player.
   
 
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==Battlefield: Bad Company 2==
 
==Battlefield: Bad Company 2==
Spectator Mode is not available in any [[Frostbite]]-powered game in the series (until ''Battlefield 4''). ''[[Battlefield: Bad Company 2]]'' does introduce the '''killcam'''.
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Spectator Mode was not available in any [[Frostbite]]-powered game in the series until ''Battlefield 4''. ''[[Battlefield: Bad Company 2]]'' does introduce the '''killcam'''.
   
 
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==Battlefield 3==
 
==Battlefield 3==
The Killcam returns in ''[[Battlefield 3]]'', along with spawn preview. The Killcam is a third-person view of the player that killed the player with a display of the enemy player's loadout. The Killcam appears a few seconds after death and lasts for a several seconds before returning to the respawn screen.
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Spectator Mode was a cut feature of ''[[Battlefield 3]]'', being mentioned numerous times in the game files. The killcam and spawn preview is present, however, with the killcam being a third-person view of the player that killed the player with a display of the enemy player's loadout. The Killcam appears a few seconds after death and lasts for a several seconds before returning to the respawn screen.
   
 
==Battlefield 4==
 
==Battlefield 4==
 
Spectator Mode returned in ''[[Battlefield 4]]'', allowing spectators to observe other players in first-person or third-person until their deaths, which automatically switched the view to another player. Spectators can also access a free-cam mode, and a "Tabletop" view that shows a full-size map.
 
Spectator Mode returned in ''[[Battlefield 4]]'', allowing spectators to observe other players in first-person or third-person until their deaths, which automatically switched the view to another player. Spectators can also access a free-cam mode, and a "Tabletop" view that shows a full-size map.
   
Squad lists for both teams appear on either side, allowing the spectator to switch between them and gauge their performance. Spectators can [[keybind]] various views and shortcuts to specific players.
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Squad lists for both teams appear on either side, allowing the spectator to switch between them and gauge their performance. Spectators can [[Key binding|keybind]] various views and shortcuts to specific players.
   
===First person view===
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===First-Person View===
 
This view allows the spectator to see the gameworld through the viewpoint of a specific player, as if he himself were playing. Anything that would be visible to the player (including HUD) is visible to the spectator, though the spectator gains an advantage in being able to see enemies. This also allows the spectator to see whether the player has line-of-sight to other players or vehicles.
 
This view allows the spectator to see the gameworld through the viewpoint of a specific player, as if he himself were playing. Anything that would be visible to the player (including HUD) is visible to the spectator, though the spectator gains an advantage in being able to see enemies. This also allows the spectator to see whether the player has line-of-sight to other players or vehicles.
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===Third person view===
 
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===Third-Person View===
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[[File:BF4 Spectator 3P.jpg|thumb|200px|Spectator Mode in Third-Person]]
 
This view also tracks a specific player, hovering above and behind, and tracking the player's line of sight. A card along the bottom of the screen shows the players loadout (whether infantry or vehicle) and basic stats (kills/deaths, score).
 
This view also tracks a specific player, hovering above and behind, and tracking the player's line of sight. A card along the bottom of the screen shows the players loadout (whether infantry or vehicle) and basic stats (kills/deaths, score).
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===Tabletop view===
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===Tabletop View===
 
'''Tabletop View''' is a fullscreen map view. While the fullscreen map has been present in most ''Battlefield'' games (typically as a "Spawn Menu" on PC, or in the {{keypress|Pause}}/{{keypress|Back}} menu on consoles), Battlefield 4 includes improvements to this feature.
 
'''Tabletop View''' is a fullscreen map view. While the fullscreen map has been present in most ''Battlefield'' games (typically as a "Spawn Menu" on PC, or in the {{keypress|Pause}}/{{keypress|Back}} menu on consoles), Battlefield 4 includes improvements to this feature.
   
The [[Commander View]] is very similar, adding those abilities usable by the team's [[Commander]] and relevant graphics.
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The [[Commander view|Commander View]] is very similar, adding those abilities usable by the team's [[Commander (Feature)|Commander]] and relevant graphics.
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===Free camera===
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===Free Camera===
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[[File:BF4 Spectator FreeCam.jpg|thumb|200px|Spectator Mode in Free Cam]]
 
Up to five '''free cameras''' can be positioned and maneuvered around the map. They allow the spectator to view any angle, move the camera at different speeds, and switch between areas of interest. By default, the free cameras are placed near objectives or spawn locations.
 
Up to five '''free cameras''' can be positioned and maneuvered around the map. They allow the spectator to view any angle, move the camera at different speeds, and switch between areas of interest. By default, the free cameras are placed near objectives or spawn locations.
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==Battlefield Hardline==
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Spectator is featured ''[[Battlefield Hardline]]'' and functions in a manner similar to that of ''Battlefield 4''.
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==Battlefield 1==
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''[[Battlefield 1]]'' features Spectator Mode on all platforms. Similar to past installments, it allows players to follow any individual player or vehicle with a "director camera", allowing players to control its positioning. The "free camera" also returns by allowing players to freely roam the map and create multiple cameras, place them around the map, and switch between them.
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Like real-world photography, Spectator Mode features options to customize the camera's field-of-view and depth-of-field settings. It also features filters, such as Noir and the option to hide a player's HUD when viewing from a first person perspective.<ref>http://www.gamespot.com/articles/battlefield-1-has-spectator-mode-and-screenshot-ta/1100-6444258/</ref>
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Players who do not own expansion packs may join matches on expansion maps in Spectator mode once the respective expansion has released worldwide.
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==Battlefield V==
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{{Stub/section}}''[[Battlefield V]]'' features Spectator Mode. All major features returned from ''Battlefield 1'' with significant improvements like more flexibility on director camera, improved controller support and minimal design.<ref>https://forums.battlefield.com/en-us/discussion/152495/battlefield-v-open-beta-update-notes</ref>
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===Gallery===
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Battlefield V Spectator Mode Beta 01.png|Tabletop view in Battlefield V Spectator Mode
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Battlefield V Spectator Mode Beta 02.png|Player View in Battlefield V's Spectator Mode
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{{Reflist}}[[Category:Features of Battlefield 2]]
 
[[Category:Features of Battlefield 2142]]
 
[[Category:Features of Battlefield 2142]]
 
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[[Category:Cut Content (Battlefield 3)]]

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Spectator Mode is a feature in the Battlefield Series where a player can observe a match in a multiplayer server but cannot participate in the action. Spectators can view the match through a camera using a variety of angles available to and controlled by the player.

Refractor Engine

Many Refractor-powered games include Spectator Mode. Starting with Battlefield 2, the Commo Rose contains useful commands for spectators.

The similar Battlerecorder feature allows players to spectate saved matches, if such saves have been enabled by the server.

Battlefield: Bad Company 2

Spectator Mode was not available in any Frostbite-powered game in the series until Battlefield 4. Battlefield: Bad Company 2 does introduce the killcam.

Killcam

The killcam allows players to spectate the enemy player that killed them, from the front. The enemy's equipment and stats are displayed, including a record of the player's own kills and deaths to the specific enemy.

The killed player can relay the enemy's position to surviving teammates via chat.

Killcam is disabled on Hardcore servers, and some custom servers.

Spawn preview

The spawn point preview allows an inactive player to view the battlefield before spawning, and decide when it is safe to spawn or not.

Battlefield 3

Spectator Mode was a cut feature of Battlefield 3, being mentioned numerous times in the game files. The killcam and spawn preview is present, however, with the killcam being a third-person view of the player that killed the player with a display of the enemy player's loadout. The Killcam appears a few seconds after death and lasts for a several seconds before returning to the respawn screen.

Battlefield 4

Spectator Mode returned in Battlefield 4, allowing spectators to observe other players in first-person or third-person until their deaths, which automatically switched the view to another player. Spectators can also access a free-cam mode, and a "Tabletop" view that shows a full-size map.

Squad lists for both teams appear on either side, allowing the spectator to switch between them and gauge their performance. Spectators can keybind various views and shortcuts to specific players.

First-Person View

This view allows the spectator to see the gameworld through the viewpoint of a specific player, as if he himself were playing. Anything that would be visible to the player (including HUD) is visible to the spectator, though the spectator gains an advantage in being able to see enemies. This also allows the spectator to see whether the player has line-of-sight to other players or vehicles.

Third-Person View

BF4 Spectator 3P

Spectator Mode in Third-Person

This view also tracks a specific player, hovering above and behind, and tracking the player's line of sight. A card along the bottom of the screen shows the players loadout (whether infantry or vehicle) and basic stats (kills/deaths, score).

Tabletop View

Tabletop View is a fullscreen map view. While the fullscreen map has been present in most Battlefield games (typically as a "Spawn Menu" on PC, or in the Pause/Back menu on consoles), Battlefield 4 includes improvements to this feature.

The Commander View is very similar, adding those abilities usable by the team's Commander and relevant graphics.

Free Camera

BF4 Spectator FreeCam

Spectator Mode in Free Cam

Up to five free cameras can be positioned and maneuvered around the map. They allow the spectator to view any angle, move the camera at different speeds, and switch between areas of interest. By default, the free cameras are placed near objectives or spawn locations.

Battlefield Hardline

Spectator is featured Battlefield Hardline and functions in a manner similar to that of Battlefield 4.

Battlefield 1

Battlefield 1 features Spectator Mode on all platforms. Similar to past installments, it allows players to follow any individual player or vehicle with a "director camera", allowing players to control its positioning. The "free camera" also returns by allowing players to freely roam the map and create multiple cameras, place them around the map, and switch between them.

Like real-world photography, Spectator Mode features options to customize the camera's field-of-view and depth-of-field settings. It also features filters, such as Noir and the option to hide a player's HUD when viewing from a first person perspective.[1]

Players who do not own expansion packs may join matches on expansion maps in Spectator mode once the respective expansion has released worldwide.

Battlefield V

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Battlefield V features Spectator Mode. All major features returned from Battlefield 1 with significant improvements like more flexibility on director camera, improved controller support and minimal design.[2]

Gallery

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