Experiences from the beta
I don't plan on buying this game after playing the beta. From viewing the videos on the site from the full release, I don't see that a whole lot has changed from the beta. I think this is a solid multiplayer shooter, but I don't see a whole lot to recommend this game over titles like Battlefield and Modern Warfare 2.
A major problem I had with the game was that the mechanics of the game were poorly explained. You choose a faction that you stay in until you delete the character. There are different weapons and map setups for each faction and you have to go on the web to get any information about the specific benefits of each. Also, I found several of the skill upgrades completely worthless (like pistol reload speed) and some of them essential (like the sniper rifle bipod). Even the various airstrikes and mortar barrages need trial and error to figure out.
Also, even though I liked the leadership system and what it was trying to do, getting on a team with a crummy leader really kills your enjoyment. Not only are you crippled in your effectiveness, but you miss out on a lot of exp since proper objectives are not set.
This is not a bad game, but i feel like the concept could be executed a little better.
