Mixed feelings on the Beta.
Pro's:
- Atmospheric NY location, fighting my way through Madison Square Garden was a highlight.
- The Dark Zone; death around every corner, I like the risk/reward dynamic.
- Decent control system, actually enjoyable to play a 3rd person game with a mouse/keyboard.
- RPG elements, looting, hunting for gear, changing appearance etc.
Con's:
- Even on Ultra settings the graphics disappoint. Some seriously ugly textures. Developers need to learn to under-promise and over-deliver.
- 3 waves of enemies, save point, 3 waves of enemies, save point, 3 waves of enemies, save point, loot. Repeat.
- Limited dialogue.
- I didn't feel encouraged to co-op, this element of the game seems to be downplayed since the original trailers.
Overall I'm going to wait until I hear more about the scope and variety on offer. Not a pre-order for me.