Brink

Alright, so after giving Brink a lot of play time, I'd like to think I have experienced just about everything there is to see and do in this game. Some of the stuff I wrote about previously still do hold up, though other things I think I'd have to change my mind about.

For starters, the AI isn't quite as bad as I thought it initially was though there are points where they will seemingly group themselves together to defend themselves against your side's attacks. This wouldn't be as bad, if only there were some way to maybe coordinate your own attacks rather then seeing your guys go in groups of 2-3 and get wiped out almost instantly.

I've even experienced a bit of panic also, mostly because when you shoot at someone and take them down, they are not dead immediately. I've taken down groups, but tend to get attacked from behind and it is a little rough to see an enemy medic revive all that you've taken down. This isn't really a bad thing, just adds a bit more to the challenge of the game.  

I still do wish there were more options for the character customization section, such as more choices in faces, clothes, scars, tattoos and maybe even weapons? Then again, I suppose I am the type that just wouldn't ever really have enough choices when it comes down to stuff like this. Maybe this still could be added on in DLC in the future...?

The only thing left I think I have to comment on is the online experience, which has left a bitter taste in my mouth at this point. I've tried to play in competitive matches, which aren't that bad but when the lag kicks in it is impossible to play. And doing the missions online is no different and it was extremely frustrating to play through an entire mission, only to lose it all just shy of completing it because the connection to the game's host was lost.

So overall, I can't say Brink is as bad as I initially thought and not anywhere as terrible as I think some reviews made it out to be. I am hoping this game gets full support (DLC and patching) in the coming months, maybe even years even. Having played through the brief campaign for both the Security and Resistance factions, what is left to accomplish? I am hoping the online lag issues are taken care of as I think I wouldn't mind playing this only a bit more.