Regardless of your opinion ofHaloorCall Of Duty,one thing cant be disputed both games play brilliantly.
This is a polished FPS, and youll instantly feel at home and in control.
The only force standing between continued existence and extinction are the Guardians.
These elite warriors wield guns, technology and magic, and are the only hope for the future.
Youre one of them.
Destinyis an online-only FPS MMORPG.
In fact, you cant even attempt these missions solo, and youre required to enter a team beforehand.
PlayStation Plus is also required for these missions.
Luckily, anyone in range can simply run up and jump in on the action.
Its this MMO trait thatDestinyembraces so well.
This is important, as it doesnt take long for one ofDestinys problems to rear its admittedly pretty head.
Visually,Destinyis a real looker, although its far from the most impressive title of the new generation.
This leaves large portions ofDestinys pretty worlds being little more than filler.
Thankfully, theres still plenty to do, even if the worlds arent heavily populated or patrolled.
There are various mission types and tasks to take a stab at in the game.
This makes some outings little more than a very brief walk to a larger, scripted arena battle.
Its not just the story delivery that suffers in terms of poor design.
Your choice of firearm will be more about stat-counting than either visual aesthetic or actual unique abilities.
World design is mostly impressive, but its also punctuated with jarring issues.
In terms of enemies, I also found the invisible boundaries they wont cross a little silly.
It can make what would be a tough challenge pitifully easy.
Outside the main story, Strike missions are a definite highlight (with Raid missions coming).
These feature a high difficulty, varied objectives, and beastly bosses.
They demand teamwork, and they grant a good deal of experience and item rewards.
Alongside these are the patrol missions.
These drop you in to the world without an actual objective.
Complementing everything is a bounty system.
The level cap is set at a fairly low 20, but this isnt actually where your levelling stops.
Only MMO enthusiasts will likely stick around.
Unlike most online FPS titles,Destinydoesnt separate its story and multiplayer modes.
Both modes are interconnected, and PvP is integrated into the whole game.
Ive already mentioned the need to grind for better gear in the PvE mode.
Its a great system, and one that I hope Bungie further expands upon.
The game also uses ammo drops as a way to give players the upper hand.
A heavy rocket or two can be very useful here.
For one, I found the map design to be equal parts bland and haphazard.
The nigh-on perfect level design we found inHalosimply isnt present here.
Awkward ledges, tiny rooms, poorly placed capture points, theres a lot to find fault with.
Theres also little in the way of decent matchmaking.
The cool down periods for powers also helps, so you cant simply spam powerful attacks.
Because of this, many are wondering whether the hype was warranted.
Bungie has managed two things withDestiny,though.
I for one, will enjoy the ride.
Rating:
4 out of 5
