A Game that punishes the casual.
A game that punishes that casual.
As a huge Star Wars fan, my anticipation for Battlefront 2 was truly immense, to say the least.
When i saw that there was a custom arcade mode, i experienced elation over the notion that the Star Wars game i have dreamed of has finally come. Much like it’s predecessor, however, i have been sorely let down again. Despite what the developers may say, this game is not accessible for the casual player. I feel that I am being punished for not investing time in becoming a skilled player. This punishment is that I am not able to enjoy playing as my favorite Star Wars heroes because I am not, “skilled enough.” Yes, you may play as heroes in the arcade mode but it is a watered down version of the multilayer offering. Only half the maps are available and vehicles aren’t an option. As someone with a full time job, mortgage, and other responsibilities, (and therefore limited time to hone my gaming skills) it is saddening to pay money for this only to be told, “if you are not skilled enough,” here are the scraps for you to play with.” A game should be accessible and fun, and that fun should not have to be a privilege. Why isn’t the Arcade mode more fleshed out? I understand that multiplayer can be a challenge to balance effectively for all players. Therefore, arcade mode should offer access to all the content available in multiplayer so that the casual player can have fun simply recreating their favorite Star Wars battles with heroes, vehicles and all. Only then will this game be truly accessible.
As a huge Star Wars fan, my anticipation for Battlefront 2 was truly immense, to say the least.
When i saw that there was a custom arcade mode, i experienced elation over the notion that the Star Wars game i have dreamed of has finally come. Much like it’s predecessor, however, i have been sorely let down again. Despite what the developers may say, this game is not accessible for the casual player. I feel that I am being punished for not investing time in becoming a skilled player. This punishment is that I am not able to enjoy playing as my favorite Star Wars heroes because I am not, “skilled enough.” Yes, you may play as heroes in the arcade mode but it is a watered down version of the multilayer offering. Only half the maps are available and vehicles aren’t an option. As someone with a full time job, mortgage, and other responsibilities, (and therefore limited time to hone my gaming skills) it is saddening to pay money for this only to be told, “if you are not skilled enough,” here are the scraps for you to play with.” A game should be accessible and fun, and that fun should not have to be a privilege. Why isn’t the Arcade mode more fleshed out? I understand that multiplayer can be a challenge to balance effectively for all players. Therefore, arcade mode should offer access to all the content available in multiplayer so that the casual player can have fun simply recreating their favorite Star Wars battles with heroes, vehicles and all. Only then will this game be truly accessible.
