I’d like to propose a what if for the division. Some of The biggest issues surrounding the division are as follows:
1. DZ pvp/pve
2. LZ not really utilized
3. Balance issues (which is in every pvp and I won’t get into but I did want to at least acknowledge the issue)
4. Continue with D1 or create a D2
Minor things like bugs and glitches are a problem but not what I wanted to discuss.
1. DZ I’ve always thought the DZ should be a place where an agent couldn’t use their “gear” but use “dz” gear. For instance when a player goes into a Check point they then choose from a selection of gear to enter the dz. The gear will always have the same stats but there will be the ability to choose what type of “build/gear” the player wants to run, dps/skill/heal. Basically let’s say all high end gear with all Stats normalized. It’s easier seeing this in my head than explaining. I think last stand and the dz should kind of switch except the dz you can’t use gearsets and everyone’s stats are the same. The player just chooses what type of player they want to run. And last stand should be your best build your creation. Also the dz should still be about the loot whereas last stand about competition. Which brings us to skirmish. This should be like last stand: players creation but in a team and competitive, not loot based.
Dz-loot same gear
Last stand- gearset no loot
Skirmish- gearset team no loot
2. LZ- there have been many posts and an on going post that really addresses and proves the LZ is really lacking. So, what if the LZ added one new feature to the game that would make roaming in the LZ fun again and worth it? What if the contaminated zones in the LZ had “events like the DZ? There could be infected (like the first GE) “pop” in the LZ. Basically there’d be a group of infected and cleaners trying to burn em. Our job would be obviously to kill things. Whatever “they” are my point is to have events or landmarks in the contaminated areas in the LZ.
Along with the events add “roaming” infected an agent needs to save in the LZ. These would certainly add spice and give life to an amazing part of the game that’s least played.
Lastly, add the option to replay all the side missions. I would love going through the division as a campaign+. Many games have done this before. You level your character to max then rerun the campaign in plus mode while being maxed.
3. Again it’s an issue but not one I’d want to bring into this discussion
4. D1 or D2 This isn’t a huge issue but I believe it’s imortant. I don’t know what I’d like more; continue with d1 or create a D2. If things can be added like I suggested, especially somehow utilizing the LZ, then growing d1 would be fine and could finally reach the potential will all saw originally when the game was first introduced. But if things like this are too difficult than yes a D2 would be welcomed as long as things that I mentioned earlier are somehow implemented. Bc if Ubisoft creates the same game with different colors.....well I really hope that never happens.
1. I don't know how gankers would feel about gear normalization in the DZ, since that would make it pointless to optimize gear if everyone had the same stats. I like the idea, though...
2. I would refer you to this thread. The devs won't touch the LZ as it detracts players from going inside the DZ, which I think it's all baloney, as every other activity in this game ALREADY detracts from the DZ...
4. Division 2 is just an unfounded assumption by some within the community. No one in an official capacity has mentioned anything about it. If there ever is one (and that is a big IF), Ubisoft would need to do some major damage control beforehand, as the brand has suffered substantial PR damage. They would need to come up with the most amazing content that drives long lost players back into the current game to repair player confidence in their IP. Ubisoft certainly wouldn't want to make the same mistake twice.
I’ve most definitely read that thread and even posted in it. I vaguely hinted at that thread in my op.
I’ve actually talked to a few players (that I play with) who essentially play the game to go rogue and they liked the idea. One of em actually sorta said it first. He mentioned how he missed game play before gearsets and pvp at low low levels. So I ask him originally what if you could only use purple gear, then I kept thinking and adding. The few I talked to liked the idea.
Most pvp players play for the competitive nature. I’m one of em. The only problem, with the division it can be extremely non competitive/unbalanced and in some instances really un satisfying. Yes it’s fun to finally beat up the past lucky(rng) bully who’s been stomping and ganking you for awhile with a new pred/nomad/striker but it really isn’t as satisfying as winning when you know things are even.
The funny thing I never liked going rogue unless it was setup like 1v1. I just feel bad bc I think that player I killed could have the one piece they’ve been looking for for months. Sorry man that really doesn’t sit well with me. Games should ultimately provide fun and/or the ability to obtain fun if you suck are low level or under geared.
So I don’t think players who truly play for competition would care if we threw carrots at each other. As long as they win.
I too have often wondered if the narrative about Ubisoft and it’s “precious” dz are true. I don’t think they want to funnel players in the dz but I don’t think they want to change the dz. Nor do I believe the dz should ever be pve. HELL NO. As much as I agree with both sides the dz is and can be an intense experience. With that said I don’t want the LZ to have landmarks and things added bc I don’t go into the dz, it’s bc the lz is one of the greatest video game places I’ve ever played. And I’d like the ability to just chill and explore but with the ability to feel like I can accomplish something. I don’t want to run around for the sake of running around.
I would like to see changes made to the LZ make it like the DZ with events and such but make it an open server like GTA, I want to see agents running around putting in work not just me and my crew clearing all zones when an even pops up. I would say add random hunter spawns throughout the LZ (and DZ), make them super hard like to the point you have to work with a team along side other teams. I would love to see 12 agents trying to take down one of the hardest NPCs in game.
The DZ is fine how it is, Everyone who plays The Division knows the risks when entering the DarkZone. If you dont like the risks dont enter there is plenty of other content to play.
As far as a D2 goes, Please god no... Expand on the current game. If you complete the secret mission the radio broadcast says other areas are effected. I would gladly pay for an expansion where you log in get a side mission to take a helicopter ride to Chicago, LA, London, Paris, China,. etc. Add new gearsets that can be found in all zones new and old once expansion is paid for. do dailys that send you back and forth between the Cities. I would hate to see them release a new map, and the old map die. Also why doesn't every mission have legendary modes? lets be real Leg Time Square is a joke, Russian Consulate would be amazing.