Players can command new support assets, including the MULE drone (a mobile resupply and cover unit), UAV recon drones , Little Bird helicopters, and long-range airstrikes or mortars.

A dedicated medic role was introduced, allowing players to heal wounded squad members on the battlefield. Critical & Commercial Performance

An upgraded battlefield interface that allows players to view a full-screen feed of what any squadmate, drone, or vehicle sees, significantly improving tactical oversight.

March 8, 2007 (Xbox 360); staggered releases for PC, PS3, and PSP followed throughout 2007.

Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Microsoft Windows, and PlayStation Portable.

The year 2014, immediately following the previous game. The conflict centers on a 72-hour period along the U.S.–Mexico border involving Mexican rebels, loyalists, and the U.S. Army.