Electronic Arts and DICE have announced that they have hired Andy McNab to write a novel based around the game Battlefield 3. Called Battlefield 3: The Russian it will detail a Russian Special Forces member discovering the extent of the conflict that is central to Battlefield 3 plot.
“It is impossible for any single medium to fully capture the emotion and intensity of war. The Battlefield 3: The Russian novel is one window into the experience, and the game is another. They complement each other perfectly,” said McNab. “Working with DICE has been a fantastic ride. Battlefield 3 is going to surprise people this autumn. The story, the characters, the world and the intense action come together to create a resonant, memorable experience.”
