moving laterally::05.24.2007+12:02
After watching the Starcraft 2 demo (available on their site), it has become apparent to me that with this iteration, the series has not so much taken a step forward as it has taken a step to the side. In terms of graphics and the engine itself, the game has become much nicer especially since it’s now 3D. However, in terms of gameplay and mechanics, it doesn’t appear to be going forward much, if at all. Of course, there are new units that will satisfy strategists for at least a little while, but in terms of innovation and reinvention this game doesn’t appear to do much. Of course, I have not played the game, but from the way in which the demo video appears to focus on the engine improvements and technology, it seems that making this game something new and wonderful in the way that Resident Evil 4 did for its series, has taken a back seat.
Oh well, perhaps next time.