Not surprised to see this type of post completely ignored for 2 weeks. But.... I'll bite. Perhaps this type of game is not for you? This format is no different than the battlefield franchise of games, COD line, or even SWBF1. Online multi-player first person shoot 'em up games have advancement, unlocks, perks, etc. that come with you putting time in the game. That being said, just because someone has a weapon or a card or an ability you don't, doesn't make them automatically better than you. Someone can put 200+ hours into a game like this, unlock almost everything by merely acquiring the requirements for doing so (i.e. Time spent doing something, kills gained, etc.), and have a zero behind their level number vs your single digit, and still be a mediocre or even crummy player. You either have some ability/skill... Or you don't. What fun is there in gaining nothing for all your time spent in a game? I really can't think of a game that doesn't have you level up or gain further abilities for your time spent playing it. Frankly, I get immediately bored with a game once I've pretty much topped out with whatever can be done and your just stagnant and left killing pixels for no gain. That's when something else new and offers progression for my time gets my attention instead of a game that's become old hat. If you aren't into progression and earned abilities, stick with side scrolling 1 player games like Super Mario... But be sure to stay small (no mushrooms or fire flowers!), because that's NOT BALANCED or fair, and we wouldn't want that...