Wildlands VS Breakpoint 2020
I loaded up WL’s tonight.
Almost straight away, it just feels like a better game is so many respects.
Controls feels snapping and responsive, everything works, the cover system works consistently, the gun fights are super satisfying, even the visuals are crisper offering in some instances more detail, compared to Breakpoints low res slow load up of textures and pop in, as well as the clunkiness of the controls and constant glitches..
But Breakpoint today does get some things right ...
I wanted to sum up the main features I think Breakpoint improves upon WL’s.
Because I don’t want Ubisoft to ditch what they got right in this game!
1) I think the new immersive mode makes Breakpoint a slower, more challenging experience. And I do appreciate that. Breakpoint you have to be more methodical and considered — and that feels more like Ghost Recon.
Having a suite of options to customise the experience is fantastic.
2) The injury system I LOVE. Probably the single best and most standout feature over WL’s.
If only more games could have something like this! And option to disable health regen! Finally....
3) the camo system is very cool. (Covering yourself with mud)
4) option to choose CQC weapon
5) I do like the attempt at least to implement some light military survival mechanics. But they need to flesh out these mechanics more, make them more meaningful.
6) breaching torch
7) the concept of movement over different terrain is a neat idea. I love sliding down hills/steep terrain. It’s immersive. But like so much in this game needed more time to get it right.
8) ability to carry 1 primary if you want.
9) ability to carry your coop buddy on your shoulder when injured and carry him to safety! Great!
The above for me is pretty much what Breakpoint gets right. These are really good, and worthy of keeping for a future game.
But pretty much everything else Wildlands is much better.
It’s a shame.
I cannot see myself playing Breakpoint for long.
Where as WL’s is still one of my most played games...