Introduction

Welcome to Bad Company, soldier, where only the most undesirable and inept members of the American military find themselves. You'll take the role of Private Preston Marlowe and hope to survive an all-out war between the United States and Russia. Do you have what it takes? Well, that question is irrelevant, because here at IGN Guides, we'll make sure that you do. And yes, there's more to Battlefield: Bad Company than just bloodshed and endless war. There are riches to be had, too. Lots and lots of riches which drive the men of Bad Company to continue to fight.

So what does our guide encompass? Well, it encompasses everything of course! In the Basics section, you'll find tips and tricks to help you survive another day, including our famed Ten Tips section for a quick rundown on the most important things to remember as you play. Our walkthrough covers the game's seven missions in-depth so you can get through everything in the easiest way possible. And of course, our Collectibles section is chock full of information on each of the game's collectibles and pieces of gold. In other words, you have a complete compendium of knowledge at your disposal.

So be careful, soldier! This isn't a war you're supposed to survive. But with IGN Guide's help, you'll change your odds exponentially.

In this Battlefield: Bad Company strategy guide, you'll find:

• BASICS // An introduction to life in Bad Company.
• WALKTHROUGH // All seven missions covered in their entirety.
• COLLECTIBLES // Mission-by-mission layouts of collectibles and gold.

Guide by: Colin Moriarty