What's it all about?
The Battlefield 3 Online Pass will enable you to play multiplayer in Battlefield 3.
Inside of your game’s packaging, you will find an insert with the online pass code printed on it. After you’ve located the insert, follow the instructions under “Activate” below. If you do not have an Online Pass code, you can still get access by purchasing it through the Xbox Live Marketplace. Check out the step-by-step instructions below and good shooting.
If you have rented or borrowed Battlefield 3, you can activate a temporary Online Pass from this site: onlinepass.battlefield.com.
How to Activate Your Online Pass
The 25 digit Online Pass code can be found printed on an insert located inside of your game packaging.
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Step 1
Upon booting up Battlefield 3, you will see an option to activate* an Online Pass.
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Step 2
From the game’s main menu, select the “multiplayer” option.
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Step 3
To activate your Online Pass, you’ll simply need to select the “Redeem Online Pass Code” option from the menu. This is where you can enter the provided code, allowing you to download a small application from the online marketplace.
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Step 4
There is an Online Pass code within every box of Battlefield 3, which you can redeem at the online marketplace. If you do not have a code, you can buy one for 800 Microsoft Points.
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Step 5
Once your Online Pass code is entered, you’ll be prompted to confirm the small download, which will ensure your console and Gamertag are verified for the Battlefield 3 Online Pass.
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Step 6
Once the Online Pass is confirmed, it will be added to your active downloads.
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Step 7
You’ll receive a confirmation of activation message and your content license will be recognized by the game.
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Step 8
Once downloaded and activated, the Online Pass will have been registered to your account, granting you access to Battlefield 3 online multiplayer.
How to Buy Your Online Pass
If you do not have an Online Pass with your copy of Battlefield 3, you can purchase a code for 800 Microsoft Points through the Xbox Live Marketplace.
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Step 1
Upon booting up Battlefield 3, you will see an option to activate* an Online Pass.
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Step 2
From the game’s main menu, select the “multiplayer” option.
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Step 3
To buy your Online Pass, you’ll simply need to select the “Redeem Online Pass Code” option from the menu. This is where you can enter the provided code, allowing you to download a small application from the online marketplace.
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Step 4
Once purchased you will be prompted to confirm your download.
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Step 5
Once your Online Pass code is entered, you’ll be prompted to confirm the small download, which will ensure your console and Gamertag are verified for the Battlefield 3 Online Pass.
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Step 6
Once the Online Pass is confirmed, it will be added to your active downloads.
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Step 7
You’ll receive a confirmation of activation message and your content license will be recognized by the game.
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Step 8
Once downloaded and activated, the Online Pass will have been registered to your account, granting you access to Battlefield 3 online multiplayer.
*EA Account required for Online Pass activation. You can create an EA Account in-game or at profile.ea.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
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1. How much does the Online Pass cost?
An Online Pass redemption codes comes free with every new Xbox 360 copy of Battlefield 3. If you do not have an Online Pass code, you can purchase one for 800 Microsoft Points Xbox Live Marketplace.
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2. Why should I get an Online Pass
The Online Pass is your ticket to playing Battlefield 3 online.
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3. Does my Online Pass work for other games?
No. This Online Pass can only be applied to Battlefield 3.
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4. Will my Online Pass expire?
No. The Battlefield 3 Online Pass will be tied to your Xbox Live Gamertag for the lifetime of the account.