The game could be better if developers allowed more than one progression tactic beyond just the terrain-changing physics. For example, one bridge-related progression point is only achieved through rearranging the terrain (lowering a rock pillar located in the middle) even though jumping off objects to reach said bridge — physically possible in other situations — is not allowed here. Multiple solutions (at least two) would allow more freedom and quicker, more rewarding progression. Using environments with multiple solutions in the multiplayer mode would also reward players as they use their extra knowledge to their strategic advantage against other players.
Health issues directly relate to the terrain mechanic as well. For example, if Brody stays in open areas, then his health goes down quickly. Solution: raise the terrain for a shield, then the health shield recharges while in cover and avoiding fire. Enemies will often shoot from far distances with surprising accuracy, plus they constantly destroy cover. “Sandwich” techniques — using terrain to slam enemies into hard objects — can make the wait-in-cover tactic more entertaining, though enemies won’t always gravitate towards you. Finding a sweet spot where you can pick off targets at will (think Grand Theft Auto III and beyond) is always an entertaining goal, yet the challenging baddies often force different, more short-term player strategies.
The multiplayer modes include quick or custom matches with leader boards for bragging rights. Game types include the standard free for all, team free for all, Capture the Flag, one-flag CTF, Kingmaker and team Kingmaker, plus the multi-defending Break-In (team Kingmaker variation), and balancing-act Excavation where teams increase their spike count while destroying the enemy’s tally.
Multiplayers may likely find less time to mess with terrain with everyone attacking you, plus players don’t get any command options. Terrain changing also gives your position away, so unless you have a group with you, it’s better to quickly find a spot and stay on the offense using the always effective elevated position strategy, especially when using the rocket launchers. It really helps to know the map to have any chance with a coordinated attack, otherwise the gameplay slips back into the familiar shoot ‘em up theme. When everyone in the immediate area is on level ground and your team is coordinated, classic trenching options can be quite effective for concentrated offensive fire and consequently breaking up large enemy groups. Coordinated perimeter formations pointing towards the center in high ground environments also work very well.
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