New map is overall better
Here's my thoughts on the new map
- Less clusters - there is only one place that is guaranteed four squads every match - Capitol - Everywhere else usualy has 1 - 2 squads, except train station, for reasons only the devs know. Unless it's really close, or hot zone, there aren't going to be any squads there. Unlike the old map, where there were several clusters - Airbase, Skull, Hydro Dam/ Repulsor, Cage and of course, Artillery.
- More strategical play - You have to consider the third parties. You have to watch all angles. You have to consider zone, but most importantly, you must consider when to fight and when to try to rotate. You must rotate early in the new map. Holding zone is one of the keys to winning. If you hold zone, you're guaranteed the better position, because the enemies have to come to you. You can choose when to engage the enemies, especially if they are fleeing zone. The old map rewarded just run in guns blazing, and occasionally look out for zone. The new map rewards thinking.
- Visuals - The new map from above looks way better than the old one, especially when coming in from the dropship. The fire and ice theme actually works pretty well. I do prefer variants of color to brown
- RESPECT SIGHTLINES - Okay this deserved it's own point. If you are running through the open, or over a hill, you have to learn to respect the snipers sightlines from all angles. You must consider long range snipers. I see so many people complaining that snipers just camp, but you have to respect their sightlines. In short - SNIPERS CAN"T SHOOT YOU IF THEY CAN'T SEE YOU.
Just my triggered opinion
