Titanfall

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  1. Arkveveen
    Mar 11, 2014
    8
    Titanfall is exactly as advertised, especially when based on the gameplay trailers, but most likely overhyped to death. It feels quite similiar to Call of Duty, but somehow it felt different at the same time. It's something a fan of first person shooters can tell, even if it isn't readily apparent to others. Things such as gunplay, sense of recoil, first person animations, and firstTitanfall is exactly as advertised, especially when based on the gameplay trailers, but most likely overhyped to death. It feels quite similiar to Call of Duty, but somehow it felt different at the same time. It's something a fan of first person shooters can tell, even if it isn't readily apparent to others. Things such as gunplay, sense of recoil, first person animations, and first person camera movement can alter how a shooter "feels" to some gamers. Is it a bad thing that Titanfall is similiar to Call of Duty? That depends on your perspective on shooters or games where multiplayer is the selling point!

    Titanfall's strengths lie in a few key areas. Which I'll try to summarize here: The Titans, of course, are the most obvious selling point, and are pretty much as awesome as advertised. We get at least fifteen maps in the base game, and each one takes advantage of both pilot movement and Titan combat. The pilot, which you play as, has excellent and extremely entertaining parkour or jump jet movement. This is all tied together with extremely fast paced, snappy combat that somehow manages to outdo Call of Duty's fast paced combat! Overall, it's super fun, and very competitive without the pain (as the game makes you feel good even if you aren't "doing well" at the game).

    The weaknesses of Titanfall: Depending on how you view repetition, Titanfall can be repetitive, as gameplay ends up falling into a cycle or a pattern. Matters are confounded by the lack of truly unique or new game modes besides the usual material, such as TDM, CTF, and a conquest style game mode. The PC version is wonky for a few gamers too, with the performance for myself ranging from smooth to suddenly bad, and other fairly minor issues (because it is a nicely designed PC game). Do these flaws hurt the game? Maybe. But they don't do that much to fatally wound the game!

    The progression system: We get a nice number of goodies to unlock in the normal progression format. It's fun and addictive, with a very extensively large "challenge" system which act as mini achievements that give you tangible rewards (you unlock weapons, "perks", and weapon attachments). I just wish there was way more to unlock, especially for the pilot weapons and Titan weapons. There isn't nearly enough unlockables at the moment, but that might be a strength to the game, as gameplay matters more than dangling carrots in front of our faces!

    The unusual aspects of this game: Titanfall has "Burn Cards", which act as a one round long buff to your pilot's abilities. You can unlock these burn cards by playing the game, but you have to be careful once you use them, because dying will immediately erase your Burn Card effect! But that isn't the only unusual thing about Titanfall. To some degree, this game is like League of Legends, Smite, or DOTA 2. All allied or enemy AI bots are often referred to as "minions", and actually attempt to take objectives which is very cool. They give much less experience points or objective points (in TDM) than actual players, but they offer a very good way to distract enemy players so you can go in for the kill! Also, at the end of every round, you chase after the retreating and remaining enemy players, and you get to bust up their only method of escape (but they can escape, earning bonus points)! All these things feel somewhat unusual, and are welcome changes to the usual FPS formula.

    Alright. Titanfall, when viewed in comparison with multiplayer shooters that have been coming out recently, is a great game. Is it revolutionary? No, I highly doubt it. But it gives us a great science fiction setting with nice music, audio, action, and visuals. It's definitely more "involved" than most shooters I played lately that had the main character having a useless "jump" button.

    I highly reccomend it for fans of multiplayer shooters! Everyone else, consider this game carefully before buying it.    … Expand
  2. ltsiegfried
    Mar 11, 2014
    9
    Very refreshing game. Sure, there is nothing really groundbreaking there, but the way all the small details of the game fit into each other perfectly is just amazing.
    Even for people who have been fed-up with Call of Duty's simplistic and repetitive gameplay, this game might be a great way to get back into fast, competitive multiplayer FPS.
    Your really have to experience the mobility    Very refreshing game. Sure, there is nothing really groundbreaking there, but the way all the small details of the game fit into each other perfectly is just amazing.
    Even for people who have been fed-up with Call of Duty's simplistic and repetitive gameplay, this game might be a great way to get back into fast, competitive multiplayer FPS.
    Your really have to experience the mobility aspect of the game for yourself to understand why this game feels great. Plus it is well balanced at release, that's some great QA here.

    Only two complaints tarnish the picture : the stuborn reliance on matchmaking rather than server browsing on PC is a shame, and the game modes are simple and could have been more immersive (dynamic objectives/map progression as in TF2, for instance), which might reduce replayability.

    Other than that, if you like old school FPS with a fresh polish and some nicely thought details, give it a try !    … Expand
  3. SchroederRock
    Mar 11, 2014
    9
    The Xbox One, Xbox 360 and PC versions will all share the same exact experience. The only advantage PC users will see is the graphical one, where TitanFall can run at a native 1080p on most modern mid-range cards with many of the details turned up/maxed. It's not the most beautiful game you'll find on the market but that's not what makes a game great. It's the constant pacing of theThe Xbox One, Xbox 360 and PC versions will all share the same exact experience. The only advantage PC users will see is the graphical one, where TitanFall can run at a native 1080p on most modern mid-range cards with many of the details turned up/maxed. It's not the most beautiful game you'll find on the market but that's not what makes a game great. It's the constant pacing of the multiplayer and the cool ways in which you can move through levels that make TitanFall a bit like Call of Duty, but with less calculation and more artistic expression. You can play the way you want as long as you don't think you can get away with persistent camping. In TitanFall, the battlefield constantly shifts. There are no real choke-points. There's high points to ground level, left and right flanks. You can be attacked at any moment, you just have to be constantly kinetic to avoid being an easy target. I love TitanFall, I just hope that it doesn't burn out quickly like the last couple Call of Duty games have for me as there's really just competitive multiplayer to be had here (even with the slight touches of story woven into the mix), because it really is a good game.… Expand
  4. captainsplah
    Mar 11, 2014
    10
    This game has taken me back to the magic days of first discovering Halo:CE...the thrill of competition and a really good multiplayer game. I haven't really enjoyed an FPS online since Modern Warfare 2. The thrills and fun this game brings are just great.

    Are the graphics the best? Nope. Is there a storyline? Not really. Are there a zillion million weapons? No. Is there an insane amount    This game has taken me back to the magic days of first discovering Halo:CE...the thrill of competition and a really good multiplayer game. I haven't really enjoyed an FPS online since Modern Warfare 2. The thrills and fun this game brings are just great.

    Are the graphics the best? Nope. Is there a storyline? Not really. Are there a zillion million weapons? No. Is there an insane amount of fun that leaves me shaking after basically every round from adrenaline? You bet. It takes me back to a simpler time when we weren't worried about all the stigma the FPS genre has around it these days; back to just running around like mad and shooting things.

    If you are looking for an in depth, story-driven game, this isn't for you. However, if you are looking for a fun way to kill a few hours and not even realize it...pick it up!    … Expand
  5. mijxero
    Feb 12, 2015
    9
    I don't normally play shooters so keep that in mind. I really enjoy Titanfall. There is a dynamic to the pilots vs. titans that makes it feel great when you take down a titan (or severely injure) as a pilot. It keeps it fresh as even when you are a titan you are constantly watching out for pilots taking shots at you from windows, while trying to stay focused on fighting other titans. II don't normally play shooters so keep that in mind. I really enjoy Titanfall. There is a dynamic to the pilots vs. titans that makes it feel great when you take down a titan (or severely injure) as a pilot. It keeps it fresh as even when you are a titan you are constantly watching out for pilots taking shots at you from windows, while trying to stay focused on fighting other titans. I have seen the criticisms, but personally this is my favorite shooter in a long time.… Expand
  6. manos20082
    Nov 29, 2014
    9
    The game rocks! I love it! I got it from Origin about 10€ (Black Friday guys). For the price / performance ratio is excellent!

    += Gameplay, Multiplayer, graphics
    -= Weapons, Storyline
  7. David_Tay
    Dec 8, 2014
    10
    best multiplayer shooter + mech shooter out there ever...

    hoping to see more contents soon to expand the universe! rather than just a few lame map packs.
  8. BigIzBest
    Jan 26, 2015
    9
    This is a great game, I totally love fps and this one is thrilling. The only issues with this game are the following:
    1. weapon balancing / play-style(this game actually plays like UT(Unreal Tournament), so the sniper rifles are not firing fast enough to keep up(they fire like ones from WW2 when it fact they should fire like "rail guns"(its sci-fi you know). Smart pistol are    This is a great game, I totally love fps and this one is thrilling. The only issues with this game are the following:
    1. weapon balancing / play-style(this game actually plays like UT(Unreal Tournament), so the sniper rifles are not firing fast enough to keep up(they fire like ones from WW2 when it fact they should fire like "rail guns"(its sci-fi you know). Smart pistol are ridiculously annoying combined with bunny hoping(i think it almost ruin the game, at one point it's easy to counter(R-97 SMG).

    2. Game mode, there is not a big enough pool of player for all game modes, they should be combined somehow to figure a way.    … Expand
  9. Nerocz1
    Jan 5, 2015
    9
    This game struck me the most as a FPS from times of Battlefield 2. It´s a great sci-fi full of epic and very entertaining multi-player battles, where you can almost every day unlock something new. You shall love it...
  10. PPartisan
    Nov 21, 2014
    8
    This game is a refreshing take on the FPS genre. Game play is quick and varied, weapons are balanced and even doing something simple like bouncing around the map as a pilot getting from A to B is a joy to do. No need to worry about classes, or med kits, or vehicle repairs - just load up and start.

    Something else I liked was how accommodating I found this game to new players. If you    This game is a refreshing take on the FPS genre. Game play is quick and varied, weapons are balanced and even doing something simple like bouncing around the map as a pilot getting from A to B is a joy to do. No need to worry about classes, or med kits, or vehicle repairs - just load up and start.

    Something else I liked was how accommodating I found this game to new players. If you aren't feeling very confident, it's simple to grab a smart pistol and pop off some bots. It means someone who's new can focus on one thing at a time - once they get used to the movement system (necessary to get close enough to use the pistol) they can try out something else. There's a real change of pace once your titan arrives, which helps to keep things fresh.

    The "campaign" mode is good fun, as it adds an element of excitement to the missions, with interesting cut scenes, scripted events and speeches prior to battle which stops the bout become just another meaningless grind fest.

    Some textures could use some work however. The texture quality is especially noticeable during "space" cut scenes, where I would rate them as poor. This is a shame, as everything else offers plenty of opportunities to inspire awe. It is also worth keeping in mind that the game worlds look far better when you're sprinting through them than if you're standing still, but that's how it should be, as it's so much fun just running around that you really wont want to stay in place for too long.

    The lack of a single player campaign was a shame, but at the same time I'd rather one isn't included at all than having a bad one. The campaign on Battlefield 4 for instance was so lame it would have been better had it never existed. A few more maps in different environments wouldn't have gone amiss either - yes the ones that are included have a lot of character, but having a space mission, or ocean, or aerial, or jungle etc., would have been appreciated.    … Expand
  11. GrimLock-Qc
    Nov 24, 2014
    9
    Speed, wall walking, jet pack are part of the game. I'am a Gen10Lvl50 and still playing. This game should get more support for tournament. Respawn crew done a very great job. The music made great ambiance. The people who don't like it are smart pistol user. I played the game from day 1. One thing had been change at CTF flag carrier is no longer able to climb in his own titan. Same for theSpeed, wall walking, jet pack are part of the game. I'am a Gen10Lvl50 and still playing. This game should get more support for tournament. Respawn crew done a very great job. The music made great ambiance. The people who don't like it are smart pistol user. I played the game from day 1. One thing had been change at CTF flag carrier is no longer able to climb in his own titan. Same for the prologue when the ship is there no longer able to nuke it by nuclear eject. If you wanna play CTF your limited to the OEM map, it could be very cool to be able to play on ALL maps!
    Very like this game, the programers done a very good job. More weapon should be available, customize pilot / titan color / icon / shape. Instead of those little details it's awesome.    … Expand
  12. Cyber1
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    This is a amazing game everyone should buy it. This game can satisfy even players that are new to the fps genre. They do this by having one of the guns you start with be the mk5 smart pistol. This gun has auto-lock-on but it locks on to grunts quicker and takes some time to lock onto humans.
  13. NateTheSquid
    Jan 8, 2015
    8
    This game is amazing! I love the way titans and humans can work well together or against each other, they fit well in the game. My only problem is that you can't play offline. You should be able to play against bots when disconnected from the servers, or just if you want to practise. It's not like this game can't handle bots, as they appear in the training when you first play the game. IThis game is amazing! I love the way titans and humans can work well together or against each other, they fit well in the game. My only problem is that you can't play offline. You should be able to play against bots when disconnected from the servers, or just if you want to practise. It's not like this game can't handle bots, as they appear in the training when you first play the game. I just want to be able to play games against bots.… Expand
  14. guyverz
    Jun 22, 2016
    8
    At first I thought this game would suck but It wasn't until i played it that it changed my view. I had fun with this game. I really liked the idea of hoping into a giant robot and just destroying everything. It is also fun trying to take down a titan just as a pilot. It was just sad that people bashed the game for not having enough casual content but I guess that was how some people felt.At first I thought this game would suck but It wasn't until i played it that it changed my view. I had fun with this game. I really liked the idea of hoping into a giant robot and just destroying everything. It is also fun trying to take down a titan just as a pilot. It was just sad that people bashed the game for not having enough casual content but I guess that was how some people felt. I really liked the wall running and double jumps. I also liked the maps in this game. I had a blast playing it.… Expand
  15. DMets27
    Nov 14, 2014
    8
    I have probably put in close to 100 hours into Titanfall and I have owned it since its release date. I debated whether to give this game a mediocre ranking after the first couple hours because I felt a bit underwhelmed. I waited though and boy am I glad I did. Respawn has done a fantastic job of improving this game. At first, Titanfall seemed very bare bones and didn't have the bells andI have probably put in close to 100 hours into Titanfall and I have owned it since its release date. I debated whether to give this game a mediocre ranking after the first couple hours because I felt a bit underwhelmed. I waited though and boy am I glad I did. Respawn has done a fantastic job of improving this game. At first, Titanfall seemed very bare bones and didn't have the bells and whistles that made the game feel complete. Respawn over the past few months has released patches and game updates to improve the experience, such as a horde mode and other unique to Titanfall game modes. While I do believe their needs to be more Titan chassis and customization options for your pilot and titans, this game has met my expectations.

    I can't go too far and give this game a 9 or 10, however. While I can forgive the limited customization options since this is the first iteration of this series (I believe there will be a sequel), there is simply no excuse for not having a campaign mode. Sure the game has a "story" mode, but since it occurs in multiplayer you won't be following it at all. In fact, the you can get through these "story" matches within an hour.

    Titanfall isn't without it's faults, but I find myself coming back to this game weekly. It doesn't revolutionize the FPS genre, and it certainly isn't a perfect game, but I will say that this might be the most fun I've had with an FPS in the past 3 years.    … Expand
  16. grenouille
    Jul 31, 2014
    8
    This game is one of the most enjoyable shooters I have played in years, when it comes to multiplayer. The titan gameplay is well executed and the dynamics that arise from playing as a pilot with a titan are fun and innovative. The game largely centers on death-match spin-offs, inlcuding a more strategic game mode in last titan standing. Last titan standing is a very refreshing mode to playThis game is one of the most enjoyable shooters I have played in years, when it comes to multiplayer. The titan gameplay is well executed and the dynamics that arise from playing as a pilot with a titan are fun and innovative. The game largely centers on death-match spin-offs, inlcuding a more strategic game mode in last titan standing. Last titan standing is a very refreshing mode to play because of how well it counterbalances the classic cod run and gun gameplay with the more deliberate and careful team-based gameplay this kind of titan-focused mode requires.

    As far as the campaign goes, this game could have done a lot of really cool stuff with the campaign, showcasing more set-pieces and playing on competing objectives between teams. Unfortunately, the campaign really does not add much of anything to the experience. Then again, the game never was really advertised as having a campaign (it's existence was questionable prior to release). SO while the campaign is a bummer, I don't really see it as being a barrier to enjoying the core game in its more traditional game modes.

    Lastly, the support for this game has been fantastic since launch. Respawn has released regular updates that improve and add to the game experience pro bono. The only thing they have charged for so far are the extra maps, which I have found to be well worth the money spent. The free content has ranged from titan insignias to matchmaking improvements to challenges to new game modes to a black market (FREE OF MICROTRANSACTIONS!!!!).

    Overall I think this game is a solid shooter experience. It doesn't necessarily reinvent the wheel but it changes and adds just enough to make for a refreshing experience. Being someone who has not played a multiplayer shooter for any significant amount of time since CoD Modern Warfare 2, I generally do not play these kinds of games. This one just has enough innovative core gameplay elements to have kept me interested since launch.    … Expand
  17. TheL0neW0lf
    Aug 10, 2014
    8
    This game is amazing! It bring a new aspect to the FPS Genre. the TItans are amazing the way they warn you when you are out numbered or in danger in Amazing just the little things make this game great. they have added things called burn cards which offer you different temporary abilities I guess, this is just a great little feature. I would give this a Ten but it has a few faults: the gameThis game is amazing! It bring a new aspect to the FPS Genre. the TItans are amazing the way they warn you when you are out numbered or in danger in Amazing just the little things make this game great. they have added things called burn cards which offer you different temporary abilities I guess, this is just a great little feature. I would give this a Ten but it has a few faults: the game size is beyond a joke and its all the audio that's unpacked I don't see why other game developers compress there audio and Titanfall doesn't, another reason i won't give it a ten is the bandwidth required to play the game, if you have not great internet don't play this game i have fully experienced what it is like to play this game with bad internet, you get disconnected from servers can't join games in progress etc, and the final reason i can't give it a ten is because of the campaign, yes i know that its a game mainly based around multi-player but the campaign does not offer enough, the levels are good but can barley be explored i just want to go out there and explore the wildlife and the terrain but the game just doesn't let you. Anyway not a bad game just needs some minor tweek. overall if you are looking for a fun fps with a big twist on it then get Titanfall you will have hours of fun.… Expand
  18. pnoozi
    Mar 13, 2014
    8
    Fun game. Fresh with lots of maps and lots of dimensions to the gameplay. I hate what the former Infinity Ward guys did to Call of Duty on PC after Modern Warfare 2 (omitted dedicated servers and mod support), but I respect them for the fact that they know what makes a game fun to play, and take a common sense approach to gameplay design. Two points off, for the following reasons. [1]Fun game. Fresh with lots of maps and lots of dimensions to the gameplay. I hate what the former Infinity Ward guys did to Call of Duty on PC after Modern Warfare 2 (omitted dedicated servers and mod support), but I respect them for the fact that they know what makes a game fun to play, and take a common sense approach to gameplay design. Two points off, for the following reasons. [1] Technical issues. Origin overlay does not work with other 64-bit overlays (e.g. Afterburner, FRAPS). Also the game is choppy on "Insane" and "Very High" textures. [2] There are balance issues with the pilot movement speed (players can kill you with the smart pistol while bouncing around a room like crazy). [3] No public dedicated servers or mod support. Matchmaking only. But overall the game is really great and I can't wait for DLC!… Expand
  19. DShKM
    Apr 14, 2014
    9
    From the first trailer that was released for Titanfall, I had this excitement that we we're finally going to get something, in my mind, that was new and refreshing. And, for the most part, I can safely say that Respawn have not disappointed.

    I've been playing the game on the PC for about 20 or so hours so far without any major problems or quirks. The gun play feels great and is    From the first trailer that was released for Titanfall, I had this excitement that we we're finally going to get something, in my mind, that was new and refreshing. And, for the most part, I can safely say that Respawn have not disappointed.

    I've been playing the game on the PC for about 20 or so hours so far without any major problems or quirks. The gun play feels great and is extremely responsive, while also having a lot of variety in the types of weapons. You have the normal assortment of assault Rifles, Submachine Guns, DMRs, Sniper Rifles and the really cool S.M.A.R.T Pistol that locks onto enemies and guides the rounds into their targets. The Titan gameplay also feels really refined and this is where the game shines. The mix between Pilots and Titans during battles, even with the lower 6 v 6 player count, makes for some epic moments as you bail out of your doomed Titan while being fired upon from different directions, getting catapulted into the air and then trying to hide or return fire. I've had some pretty awe inspiring moments so far.

    If we look at the overall graphical and audio quality of the game, things look and sound quite good. The graphics, though not state-of-the-art by any stretch, get the job done when it comes to details on the Pilots and Titans. Pilots have great looking armor and suits that pending you're using the Insane Texture settings, look absolutely amazing up close. The Titans also look great when it comes to texture quality but also in the animation department. The animations in the game look incredible with the Titans acting like super-sized soldiers, moving left to right with virtually zero stutters.

    Now, overall you have to look at the big picture and look at what kind of value this game offers. First off, the game does not have a Single-player mode so for some of those single-player fans out there, you're out of luck. All of the "Story" features have been seamlessly integrated into the multiplayer in the "Campaign" mode which is simply a combination of different games modes and maps with an added narrative at the beginning and end of a match. Game modes range from Team Deathmatch (Attrition), CTF, Domination (Hardpoint) and a Last Titan Standing mode, each mode calling for a different play style to be successful. The multiplayer also integrates a feature called "Burn cards" which are one time use abilities that grant you weapons, speed boosts, armor boosts and whatnot. Finally, customization is definitely key in this game with familiar create-a-class features coming from the Call of Duty series included for both your Pilots and Titans.

    To really sum it up quickly, if you're a big fast-paced multiplayer fan looking for something a little different, give Titanfall a shot. Unfortunately, there will also be the people that will see the lack of any other modes apart from the mutiplayer as a weakness and a problem for longevity and that is who the game won't be for.    … Expand
  20. Cyraga
    Mar 16, 2014
    8
    The good:
    - It's just fun. I can't remember the last time I say down and played a game basically non-stop for 8 hours and was amazed to check my watch and see those 8 hours gone.
    - Fluidity. Everything feels seamless and fast and smooth. Some people here evidently have had performance issues, I personally haven't with a fairly mid-range computer. In about 20 hours of play I've    The good:
    - It's just fun. I can't remember the last time I say down and played a game basically non-stop for 8 hours and was amazed to check my watch and see those 8 hours gone.
    - Fluidity. Everything feels seamless and fast and smooth. Some people here evidently have had performance issues, I personally haven't with a fairly mid-range computer. In about 20 hours of play I've disconnected from a server once (I was doing quite well, sadly).
    - Playable. Titanfall doesn't force you to play a certain way. It's also got so many little features that make it a joy. It's got the MOBA type enemies and the smart pistol for those who want a semi-PVE feeling experience. Despite the smart pistol on paper sounding extremely cheap and game-breaking, I find as long as I keep moving I get killed by the pistol as often or less than by anything else. For those who want the fast paced play of wall-running and SMG-toting, Titanfall has that too.
    - The Titans. Love them. They're amazing fun and it's just great to stomp around the arena crushing enemy pilots while pumping heavy-feeling rounds into enemy titans.

    The bad:
    - I wish there were more guns. There will almost certainly be content packs that include these but the offering is a bit sparse out of the box.
    - The Titans. I do love them. But I wish it was more gut-wrenching to lose one and felt like more of a game-changer to get one. I understand needing to allow everyone to feel the joy of bestriding a god machine and obliterating the enemy but if you lose one you think "eh, I'll have another in    … Expand
  21. Honesth0mbre
    Mar 13, 2014
    8
    With Titanfall Respawn entertainment attempts to cherry pick the best and most enjoyable aspects of the FPS genre, applying such staples as progressive unlocks and challenges but notably mixing up the actual gameplay dynamic. Let me just burst your bubble if you got on the hype train for a revolutionary new instant COD killer, Titanfall is not it. For the better, as I learned from a fewWith Titanfall Respawn entertainment attempts to cherry pick the best and most enjoyable aspects of the FPS genre, applying such staples as progressive unlocks and challenges but notably mixing up the actual gameplay dynamic. Let me just burst your bubble if you got on the hype train for a revolutionary new instant COD killer, Titanfall is not it. For the better, as I learned from a few hours solid play upon release until feeling I have enough for this review to be honest and reliable.

    First and foremost is the COD connection, this is the spiritual successor to Modern Warfare 2, made by about 39 of the 48 original Infinity Ward members if I recall the numbers correctly. It’s the vast majority of them at any rate. There are homages to the call of Duty's of yore everywhere for those that know how to look, from the zero recoil weapons that focus on action more than leading targets, to Martyrdom....yes people, they really love that perk. But you can actually dodge its Titanfall equivalents if you keep your head on a swivel. I'll leave the rest to you but needless to say you will feel right at home if you played MW1 and 2 before either got hacked to hell.

    Now about not being a COD killer if it's the spiritual successor: Titanfall revolves around the dynamic between Titans, your killer robot on a permanent timer, and pilots, your player avatar. Titanfall is also a MOBA FPS, which may lead to confusion/frustration if you do not expect or understand this. To explain it briefly; You farm enemies called Grunts and Spectres for weapon unlocks, objective points and time off of the build time for your next titan. Grunts and Spectres cannot kill you if you have rudimentary motor skills and enough spatial awareness not to trip over thin air. They are not enemy AI but a resource that looks like enemy AI, and was poorly explained as such by Respawn.

    On the player side, the permutations for players and titans have been stripped back to the archetypes. With this I mean that you do not have 12+ automatics with statistical and aesthetic differences but about 4+ with drastic differences between them. Think of any stock FPS weapon from the accurate, hard hitting semi-automatic to the instant kill heavy sniper rifle, and you will find it here. The problem is that many players will not understand or accept this. I myself am an advocate of avoiding needless fluff as has come to dominate the genre, but the customization options in Titanfall are simply too anaemic. There are no cammo options for example and only basic male/female gender options. You will find nothing to make your avatar feel unique or your gun feel like there are many like but that one is yours.

    Similarly the game modes are TDM, Domination and hybrids between the two (as I class CTF). The most popular FPS modes to be sure, but a very thin selection nonetheless. Nothing imaginative here. Frankly I find the graphics to be very acceptable, If you want to have the most cutting edge, rig melting graphics out there titanfall will disappoint you. It's use of the source engine guarantees it to have a good chance of running on a potato though. And it's very lovely on a rig with ample grunt. Of particular note is the amount of detail present and the massive diversity of animations. The game looks very good on a maxed out rig like mine, much better than any recent COD game. Though I realise that is not exactly setting the bar high.

    The single greatest selling point, and why I would recommend this game personally is that it is fun. Think to yourself for a moment about how many FPS games have been fun to you recently. I for one feel as if Titanfall is a shooter which has had liposuction. All the useless crap meant to make you needlessly grind for days to get what you want is gone, but so are the customization options that people actually enjoy a lot and the game mode variety they have come to expect. If domination and team death match are modes you love then Titanfall effectively offers you the zenith of them. The map design is excellent all around and there are 15 in the base game. The gameplay is very well balanced due to the small selection of weapons and the three titans Stryder (mobility) Atlas (balance) and Ogre (tank) fulfil their respective roles without either being horribly overpowered.

    now about the plot: You are a soldier is the service of Captain Admiral something or other, whom is in a marital dispute with his husband of 15-20 years (couldn’t hear over the gunfire), Rebel leader Monologue Mc.Gruffvoice. C3PO's douchy brother keeps talking about reactors overheating, making it abundantly clear that there is some serious sexual tension here. You are effectively tools in their weird military S&M game where they try to dominate one another's hard points. There's also giant robots falling from the sky, because it makes it hotter. Many violence, much shoot,    … Expand
  22. ArkonBlade
    Mar 21, 2014
    8
    Let me start off by saying I am no fan of COD which this game gets compared to a lot. Yes its a twitch based shooter like COD and there are some elements of COD in it but so are many other games that COD took its Cue from. Unlike COD though Titanfall revamaps the twitch based shooter with a fresh new feel. I really never felt like I was playing COD but I was in some futuristic worldLet me start off by saying I am no fan of COD which this game gets compared to a lot. Yes its a twitch based shooter like COD and there are some elements of COD in it but so are many other games that COD took its Cue from. Unlike COD though Titanfall revamaps the twitch based shooter with a fresh new feel. I really never felt like I was playing COD but I was in some futuristic world jumping 50 feet in the air doing all kinds of crazy fun stuff , like battle giant mechs and pulling off some crazy kill moves , like ripping some one out of there titan and tossing them away like trash..

    That's not to say the game is perfect because its not. The story mode is a complete joke. For a Online only game I expected a bit more. Yeah 15 maps are great but that's right around the bare bones min when you consider this is a online game and should have had 20 or maybe even 25 when you are pricing this at $60. also game modes... it needs more of them. the ones it has are great and all but why not add a 16 vs 16 mode or a 32 vs 32 mode just for some crazy fun.

    The amount of gear and wepons and skills you get are pretty good and they all feel like the belong in the game. Over it is fun but I would not say worth $60 as is. There is just not enough content in it to justify the $60 price tag. If it was say $30 or $40 I'd say sure get it.

    I don't see my self playing this months from now but I do see myself enjoying it for the time I do play it before it gets old to me. Its not a game I see having a long lasting appeal for some people.    … Expand
  23. J4MESOX4D
    Apr 25, 2014
    9
    Titanfall is a fast paced, exhilarating and enjoyable multiplayer experience that takes classic hallmarks of the genre and brings them into a new and exciting modern day title that excels in several key areas. With Call of Duty becoming increasingly stale and Battlefield struggling with persistent issues; this game is a great alternative in a very competitive sector.

    Firstly, the engine    Titanfall is a fast paced, exhilarating and enjoyable multiplayer experience that takes classic hallmarks of the genre and brings them into a new and exciting modern day title that excels in several key areas. With Call of Duty becoming increasingly stale and Battlefield struggling with persistent issues; this game is a great alternative in a very competitive sector.

    Firstly, the engine and controls are absolutely magnificent. These allow for frantic and fast paced gameplay, the likes we all saw and loved in Unreal Tournament and Quake. Anything and everything on the fantastic and varied maps can be scaled in seconds. You can wall run, jump from pillar to post and land on your feet without fall damage. It's incredible fun darting round and matches are often extremely fast and furious. Camping is almost non-existent in this game and if you see someone lurking around a rooftop, they can be got at in seconds with the flawless and fluid controls and map design. The guns and bullet detection is also of an amazing standard. The infrastructure of the menus and general presentation is easy to navigate and mimics that of COD which may seem a negative but it's actually beautifully put together and designed.

    The typical modes that you expect are all there from Attrition (TDM) to Hardpoint Domination (DOM) and CTF. There is also Last Titan Standing along with Pilot Hunter which is titans v titans and a TDM variant that focuses on PVP point scoring. The playlist may seem small but the key gametypes matter more than 'novelty' modes which has plagued COD.

    Titans are the main part of this game and although I prefer the pilot gameplay; these don't disappoint. The mech aspect is enormously enjoyable and brutal to other players on the ground. The controls are easy and the weapons are spectacular. This adds a new dimension to the game and against other titans; it also adds to the battle on a substantial level.

    There are a few negatives with this product though and my biggest concern is the player count. 6v6+bots is a problem. I can see why the count has been reduced to incorporate the titans but this has a hugely negative impact the pilot gameplay overall. The bots offer nothing in combat and are just like recruit bots on COD. The gameplay becomes somewhat discredited. It ups the ante when titans are spawned but it's far too sparse at times with just foot pilots. Large kill totals with other players is a rare and at times frustrating occurrence. Shooting bots isn't very satisfying either. The campaign is also a total disaster. It's played in the multiplayer experience with fellow players in matches at the same point as you. The story played across both sides is extremely hard to follow and very weak indeed. A completely pointless addition for a MP game only.

    The game also feels very bare at times with a distinct lack of guns, unlocks and depth. The price is very steep although the season pass is very respectable.

    Overall, Titanfall is a great game but is let down in a few areas that matter. It's huge fun with some stunning design and production standards but this doesn't quite have the depth and staying power that games like these in the genre require. I'd happily give this a 9 for now but I fear this could go down in a few months as keeping me engaged in this product may prove tricky in the long run with its lack of features and limited lobbies. Time will tell but credit due to Respawn for now at least. A great alternative .    … Expand
  24. swaggylord2000
    Apr 16, 2014
    9
    i know many of you is just like "its just a new shooter"- and yes, it is. but this game has freaking titans!!! is there any more fun playing, and waiting for your titan to be ready to fall through the sky.

    but yeah, the graphics arent "beautiful" but they are far from ugly, i havent followed the storyline very much, but it is better than CODG.
  25. Valgua77
    May 14, 2014
    10
    I was very critical at first but once I learned to play the game properly I was hooked. TF is a brilliantly balanced game and the maps are designed by a genius. The flow of the game can't compare to anything else I have seen.
  26. pattyladislau
    Jun 23, 2014
    10
    O jogo é excelente e seus gráficos são muito bem desenvolvidos para jogar mesmo nas specs high. O jogo precisa ser online e nem mesmo assim perde a essencia para o qual foi criado. As opções de jogar tanto como piloto em terra quanto em seu mech traz opções variadas de jogabilidade e recursos melhorados para cada ambiente e tipo de player. Nota full para este jogo que já entrou nos meusO jogo é excelente e seus gráficos são muito bem desenvolvidos para jogar mesmo nas specs high. O jogo precisa ser online e nem mesmo assim perde a essencia para o qual foi criado. As opções de jogar tanto como piloto em terra quanto em seu mech traz opções variadas de jogabilidade e recursos melhorados para cada ambiente e tipo de player. Nota full para este jogo que já entrou nos meus favoritos.… Expand
  27. Masterpo
    Jun 15, 2014
    10
    Wow... I waited quite a while to get this game, and I'm kicking myself over not getting it sooner. There are only a few select games that actually make you excited when you start playing them, I mean even in the training I was getting jittery. The balance in this game is BEYOND perfect, I cant stress that enough. It's not like you become a full on killing machine when you get a titan butWow... I waited quite a while to get this game, and I'm kicking myself over not getting it sooner. There are only a few select games that actually make you excited when you start playing them, I mean even in the training I was getting jittery. The balance in this game is BEYOND perfect, I cant stress that enough. It's not like you become a full on killing machine when you get a titan but its a nice feeling.

    Another thing is the campaign that includes online people, I defiantly thought this would be a downfall and lead it to be less imersive. But its not, I mean the game inst really going to played with campaign in mind, but its still there and still fun.

    People say that the graphics were not there but when you have everything maxed out, which inst that hard for a system to do, it looks like a great game. Plus your not even focusing on how good it looks when your having so much fun in online matches.

    Just everything about this game is amazing, I like many other thought it would fall under another COD type of game play and the same old same old but seriously I was wrong there.

    Some downfalls (though not many)
    -50 freaking GB download size... this was due to uncompressed audio which in some cases could be put under a positive because on weaker systems, not having to constantly uncompress audio could really give you more power.

    -Load times are a bit of an issue, I mean you wait a bit to get into a lobby that is full of players, then you wait 80 seconds for the game to start, and then you wait another 30 seconds. but its just a minor thing.

    Overall, this has probably got to be one of the best games I've purchased and would defiantly recommend it.    … Expand
  28. Hazmatt
    Aug 26, 2014
    8
    I picked up this game for half price last weekend and I have to say I'm really enjoying it so far. I can't say I fully understand all of the hate this game has been getting but I suppose the true lack of innovative gameplay modes is the real killer. That being said though, the gameplay mechanics are executed masterfully, and the fluidity of movement and the flow of the maps is top notch.I picked up this game for half price last weekend and I have to say I'm really enjoying it so far. I can't say I fully understand all of the hate this game has been getting but I suppose the true lack of innovative gameplay modes is the real killer. That being said though, the gameplay mechanics are executed masterfully, and the fluidity of movement and the flow of the maps is top notch. I've played quite a few "mech" games and never before has map traversal been so enjoyable as what they managed to pull off here. I never get hung up on objects while in a titan, and yet the maps are anything but flat, and for that I have to congratulate the designers. Also, the game is frantic, but I rarely feel frustrated while playing, unlike something like crysis 3 multiplayer which also has a blistering pace, but is maddening to play. The graphics are actually really pretty when you max everything out on PC, and even with the settings cranked, FRAPS rarely shows a dip between 120fps which makes it look glorious on my 144Hz display. Yes, there aren't a million weapons, but I think the gadgets and weapons can be combined in enough unique ways to fit all of the different play styles you'd want anyway. I'd actually rather have this than the clutter of similar weapons in a game like Battlefield 4, and unlike that game, yes there are some guns that are better than others, but they all seem to be balanced quite well. The titans feel powerful, but the pilots are certainly not to be taken lightly and the method of balancing the titan vs pilot gameplay is actually really clever. It's not something like Halo 4 where pretty much any weapon makes vehicles seem useless, and it's also not like some other games where the vehicles blow everyone away. I was hesitant to buy this game because the internet has shown nothing but disappointment, but I have to say I've been really pleasantly surprised and I hope the servers stay full. The fact that there isn't a single player campaign isn't a big deal, and I"m not sure why so many people have an issue with that. How many people actually replay campaigns in COD, or BF4 more than once? And when they play them, people just complain about the poor quality of the campaign anyway so I personally don't miss it. I think this game is brilliant, the amount of loadout customization they allow you to have is fantastic, it's just SO so smooth to play, and the maps are all completely different and I think they look great. I think more people need to take another look at this game, because it really is highly underrated in my opinion. If you haven't played it but are bashing it anyway..... stop doing that, sink 8-10 hours into it to get a feel for it, and then we'll talk.… Expand
  29. DaftBehemoth
    Apr 7, 2014
    8
    Titanfall feels like a fresh and exciting game in a somewhat stagnant genre. All the combat is exhilarating and responsive (both for Titans and Pilots). The cat and mouse game between Titans and pilots achieved a far better balance than I had expected.

    Unfortunately it's not all sunshine and daisies. I do have some minor complaints (and some less minor complaints as well). First off,    Titanfall feels like a fresh and exciting game in a somewhat stagnant genre. All the combat is exhilarating and responsive (both for Titans and Pilots). The cat and mouse game between Titans and pilots achieved a far better balance than I had expected.

    Unfortunately it's not all sunshine and daisies. I do have some minor complaints (and some less minor complaints as well). First off, while I do like the idea to add AI grunts to the mix to fill out the playing field... there's only one game mode that actually requires their presence and gives them a purpose other than a minor distraction. Grunts in Attrition are a step in the right direction, but I think the idea is squandered in other game modes. I also wouldn't mind seeing more weapons/ items as well as some new game modes (the latter of which have been promised as free DLC). Lastly, I do have some complaints about the current state of the PC port of Titanfall. Despite promises of an upcoming patch since the launch of the game, it is still locked at 60FPS and does not support multi-GPU systems. While the game does run fine on a single GPU, those of us with 120hz or higher displays would like to utilize the full horsepower of our systems.    … Expand
  30. Ottomic
    Apr 26, 2014
    8
    A really solid game that mixes single with multiplayer, Hawken with Mirror's Edge and the Battlefield teamwork with CoD's lone wolf gameplay to create a really interesting hybrid. Even finishing on the lower section of the player roster is extremely satisfying for all you do at the end of a round. Graphics are nice, and I don't quite understand all that GR4PHIX 4R3 SUXX0R2 crowd. It's aA really solid game that mixes single with multiplayer, Hawken with Mirror's Edge and the Battlefield teamwork with CoD's lone wolf gameplay to create a really interesting hybrid. Even finishing on the lower section of the player roster is extremely satisfying for all you do at the end of a round. Graphics are nice, and I don't quite understand all that GR4PHIX 4R3 SUXX0R2 crowd. It's a game that balances performance and quality very well.

    The 30€ price is very reasonable, the action is cinematic, the tutorials are obnoxiously complete and both engine and gameplay are solid, fun and satisfying. A recommended purchase.    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 29
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  1. CD-Action
    Jun 28, 2014
    90
    I was waiting for a game that would blow me away and break the oligopoly of Battlefield and Call of Duty. Here it is. Titanfall shows that online shooting does not have to be confined to contemporary battlegrounds. [05/2014, p.42]
  2. Ragequit.gr
    May 14, 2014
    80
    In the mind-boggling question that tortures world's biggest gaming studios (how to refresh the competitive FPS genre), Respawn answers by taking the Call of Duty core, enhancing it with elements from various sources and franchises (Mech games, Crysis , Tribes, Mirror's Edge etc.) and forging it in the Old School mold (Quake/Unreal Tournament) . Titanfall does not innovate. It manages, however, to leave a fresh taste by balancing nicely all components of its gameplay.
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  3. Pelit (Finland)
    May 11, 2014
    85
    Titanfall is a highly entertaining online shooter, but it's a bit light on content for a full priced game. You quickly start to realize that Titanfall could desperately use more maps, more unlockables, more upgrades and more customization. [Apr 2014]
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