Info about Titanfall® 2:

Official game description:
  
Call down your Titan and get ready for an exhilarating first-person shooter experience in Titanfall® 2! The sequel introduces a new single player campaign that explores the bond between Pilot and Titan. Or blast your way through an even more innovative and intense multiplayer experience - featuring 6 new Titans, deadly new Pilot abilities, expanded customization, new maps, modes, and much more.  
**KEY FEATURES**  
*   **Experience a captivating single player story**. Titanfall® 2 features a single player campaign packed with action and inventive twists. Play as a Militia rifleman stranded behind enemy lines, who encounters a veteran Vanguard-class Titan. The two must work together to uphold a mission they were never meant to carry out.  
*   **Enjoy multiplayer action that's second to none.** The sequel gives players more of the adrenaline-fueled multiplayer combat they've come to expect from the franchise. Take the fast-paced, first-person action to the next level with more Titans, deadlier Pilot abilities, and much more. And be sure to stand out in the middle of all the chaos with new, expanded Pilot, Titan and loadout personalization options!
**Titanfall™ 2 Ultimate Edition Content**  
The best way to jump into one of the most surprising shooters of 2016 is with the Titanfall™ 2 Ultimate Edition.  
Ultimate Edition includes Titanfall™ 2 base game, Deluxe Edition content (Scorch & Ion Prime Titans, Deluxe Edition Warpaint for 6 Titans, Deluxe Edition Camo for all Titans, Pilots & Weapons, Deluxe Edition Nose Arts for 6 Titans, Deluxe Edition Callsign), and Jump-Starter content (All Titans unlocked, all Pilot tacticals unlocked, 500 credits to unlock loadouts, cosmetics and gear, 10 2x XP tokens, the Underground R-201 Carbine Warpaint).

Release date: Jun 18, 2020

Categories: First-Person Shooter, Cooperative Multiplayer, Character Progression, Action-Adventure, Single-player Story, Multiplayer, High Mobility, Mech Combat

Feature scans:
- MTX: score 25; verdict: Fair Monetization; summary: The game is generally well-received for its lack of pay-to-win mechanics and its focus on cosmetic-only microtransactions. While there is criticism of other games and companies for being cash grabs, the game itself is praised for its fair monetization practices. Users are willing to purchase DLC and additional content, indicating a positive reception to the game's monetization strategy.
- Wiki: score 10; verdict: Needs Improvement; summary: The primary issues identified from user feedback include significant navigation problems, technical issues, and a lack of in-game guidance. These issues severely impact the user experience, often requiring players to rely on external resources to progress or understand the game.
- Steam Deck: score 55; verdict: Tinkering Required; summary: The analysis of user feedback for the Steam Deck experience reveals significant issues with the EA App, multiplayer and anti-cheat problems, and various technical bugs. Despite these challenges, many users appreciate the gameplay experience. The game's compatibility with Steam Deck is mixed, with some users facing considerable friction. The EA App and multiplayer issues are the most impactful themes, causing high severity problems for users.

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Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Great single-player campaign (weight 0.96): The single-player campaign is highly praised for its engaging and emotional story, creative design, and memorable moments. It is often described as short but satisfying, with a great narrative that adds depth to the gameplay experience.
- Enjoyable and robust multiplayer (weight 0.71): The multiplayer mode is frequently praised for being fun, enjoyable, and active. Players highlight its fluidity, replayability, and the variety of modes available, making it a standout feature of the game.
- Best and enjoyable gameplay (weight 0.64): The gameplay is frequently described as enjoyable, addictive, and revolutionary. Players appreciate its fluidity, variety, and the unique mechanics that set it apart from other games.
- Beautiful and well-optimized graphics (weight 0.63): The graphics are praised for being beautiful, well-optimized, and holding up well over time. The art direction and cinematic presentation are also highlighted as strong points.
- Engaging and emotional story (weight 0.6): The storyline is described as engaging, emotional, and well-elaborated. It adds depth to the game and is often highlighted as one of its strongest features.
- Smooth and fluid movement (weight 0.54): The movement mechanics are praised for being smooth, fluid, and satisfying. Players enjoy the parkour elements, such as wall-running and double-jumping, which add to the game's unique feel.
- One of the best FPS games (weight 0.51): The game is often cited as one of the best first-person shooter games ever made. Players appreciate its story, movement mechanics, and overall gameplay, comparing it favorably to other popular FPS games.
- Unique and memorable level design (weight 0.21): The level design is frequently praised for being unique, innovative, and memorable. Players appreciate the variety and creativity in the levels, which contribute to the overall enjoyment of the game.
- Titans add variety to gameplay (weight 0.21): The inclusion of Titans is highlighted as a unique and powerful element that adds variety and depth to the gameplay. Players enjoy the different playstyles and strategies that Titans bring to the game.
- Memorable soundtrack (weight 0.2): The soundtrack is praised for being memorable, polished, and effective. It enhances the overall gaming experience and is often cited as a strong point.
- Frontier Defense is enjoyable (weight 0.2): The Frontier Defense mode is highlighted as a fun and enjoyable co-op experience. Players appreciate its excitement and the opportunity it provides for leveling up.

Common complaints:
- Short campaign duration (weight 0.55): The single-player campaign is frequently criticized for being too short, with completion times ranging from 3 to 10 hours.
- Multiplayer player base decline (weight 0.52): The multiplayer mode is often described as dead or dying, with low player counts and long matchmaking times.
- Multiplayer challenging for beginners (weight 0.44): The multiplayer mode is noted for being difficult for new players, with a high skill ceiling and unfriendly mechanics.
- Cheaters in multiplayer (weight 0.24): There are reports of cheaters in the multiplayer mode, which negatively impacts the gaming experience.
- Long matchmaking times (weight 0.22): Players experience long wait times to find matches in multiplayer, which can be frustrating.
- Server instability (weight 0.21): Players report issues with server connectivity and stability, including DDoS attacks and sudden server failures.
- EA and Respawn criticism (weight 0.21): Criticism is directed at EA for requiring their launcher and account, as well as poor server management and lack of marketing.
- No community server support (weight 0.12): The game lacks support for community-run servers, which limits multiplayer options.
- Game feels abandoned (weight 0.12): The game is perceived as abandoned by the developers, with no recent updates or support.
- Gun balance issues (weight 0.12): Some guns in the game are considered overpowered or unbalanced, affecting gameplay fairness.
- No Titanfall 3 (weight 0.11): Players express disappointment that there will be no Titanfall 3, indicating a desire for a sequel.

Gameplay feedback:
- High mobility FPS gameplay (weight 0.59): The game is a fast-paced first-person shooter that emphasizes high mobility and advanced movement mechanics such as wall-running and sliding.
- Pilot-titan mechanics (weight 0.42): The game features unique gameplay mechanics involving the bond between pilots and Titans, including Titan selection and calling in your Titan.
- Co-op and single-player campaign (weight 0.17): The game offers both a linear single-player campaign and a 4-player co-op mode, providing varied gameplay experiences.
- Unique progression system (weight 0.16): The game features a unique progression system with iterations and unlocks, including a parkour system and player progression mechanics.
- Dynamic and intense combat (weight 0.16): The game features fast-paced, dynamic, and intense combat, especially with the inclusion of Titans.
- Easy to learn, hard to master (weight 0.12): The game has a difficulty curve that is easy to learn but hard to master, making it accessible yet challenging.
- PvP and PvE options (weight 0.09): The game offers various game modes including both PvP and PvE, catering to different player preferences.
- Time-bending mechanics (weight 0.08): The game features unique time-bending mechanics, adding a layer of complexity and strategy to the gameplay.

Performance notes:
- Optimization and graphics praised (weight 0.33): Many players noted the game's excellent optimization and beautiful graphics, highlighting its visual appeal and smooth performance.
- System crashes and freezes (weight 0.3): Several reports indicated that the game causes system crashes, freezes, and requires hard reboots, particularly on certain hardware configurations.
- Game launch problems (weight 0.25): A significant number of players experienced issues with the game not launching, freezing at launch, or crashing on startup.
- Connection and server issues (weight 0.19): Players reported packet losses, connection issues, and server problems affecting their gameplay experience.
- EA app and launcher issues (weight 0.13): Players encountered various problems with the EA app and launcher, including bugs and slow performance.
- Fullscreen and focus issues (weight 0.12): Several users reported that the game does not start in fullscreen mode and fails to take focus when starting, causing inconvenience.
- Visual and performance issues (weight 0.12): Players reported various visual issues such as white screens, broken Vsync, and problems with AutoHDR or RTX HDR.
- High CPU usage (weight 0.09): The game was reported to overload the CPU, causing fans to run at high speeds and requiring hard reboots in some cases.
- Resolution configuration required (weight 0.09): Some users needed to manually change the resolution in the configuration file to achieve higher resolutions.
- Matchmaking and server selection (weight 0.09): Players mentioned issues with matchmaking times and the need for server selection to achieve lower ping.
- EA server improvements (weight 0.08): Some players noted that EA's servers have improved, leading to better online multiplayer experiences.
- Reinstallation and configuration issues (weight 0.08): Reinstalling the game or disabling certain features did not resolve issues for some players.
- Linux compatibility (weight 0.05): Some players successfully played the game on Linux via Steam's Proton without major issues.
- Northstar launcher issues (weight 0.05): Players encountered issues with the Northstar launcher, affecting their ability to play the game.
- Configuration modifications required (weight 0.05): Some players needed to modify configuration settings for multiplayer and other features to work correctly.
- EA support criticism (weight 0.05): Players criticized EA for not providing adequate support for the game.
- Soundtrack praised (weight 0.05): The game's soundtrack was noted as memorable by players.
- Steam Deck compatibility issues (weight 0.05): The game does not launch on Steam Deck, according to some player reports.
- High storage requirements (weight 0.05): The game was noted to consume a significant amount of hard drive space.
- Save issues on Windows 11 (weight 0.05): Some players experienced save issues specifically on Windows 11.
- No 4K support (weight 0.05): The game lacks support for 4K resolution, which was a concern for some players.
- FPS limit issues (weight 0.05): Players reported an unremovable limit on 144 FPS, which affected their gaming experience.

Recommendations:
- Recommended to buy on sale (weight 0.31): Many players suggest purchasing the game during a sale due to its value for money, indicating that the game is worth the investment at a discounted price.
- Highly recommended game (weight 0.25): The game is frequently recommended for its various positive aspects, including single-player and multiplayer content, as well as its overall quality and price.
- Worth buying for FPS fans (weight 0.19): The game is considered a worthwhile purchase, especially for fans of FPS games and those who enjoy mechs and giant robots.
- Try the game (weight 0.09): Players suggest trying the game, indicating that it is worth experiencing firsthand to appreciate its qualities.
- Use Northstar mod (weight 0.09): The Northstar mod is recommended for a better multiplayer experience, suggesting that the mod enhances gameplay significantly.
- Avoid DRM launcher issues (weight 0.09): Some players suggest pirating the game to avoid issues with the DRM launcher, indicating significant problems with the official launcher.
- Potential launch issues (weight 0.08): There are concerns about the game not launching properly, which affects recommendations negatively.
- Underrated and delivers more (weight 0.05): The game is seen as underrated and is praised for delivering more than it promises, making it a hidden gem.
- High praise for game (weight 0.05): The game receives high praise, with players describing it as perfect and urging others to play it and become a pilot.
- Unique combat system (weight 0.05): The game combines action, speed, emotion, and a unique combat system, providing a distinctive gameplay experience.
- Perfect FPS in imperfect world (weight 0.05): The game is considered a perfect FPS in an imperfect world, highlighting its exceptional qualities despite external issues.
- Worth your time (weight 0.05): The game is considered worth the time investment, indicating that it provides a satisfying experience.
- Play with friends (weight 0.05): Players recommend playing the game with friends in private lobbies, indicating that the multiplayer experience is enhanced with friends.
- Complete story before multiplayer (weight 0.05): Players recommend completing the story mode before going into multiplayer, indicating that the story mode provides essential context or skills.
- Console over PC (weight 0.05): Some players recommend getting the game on console instead of PC, suggesting potential issues with the PC version.
- Research before buying (weight 0.05): Players advise doing research before buying the game, especially in 2025, indicating potential future issues or changes.
- Unlock frequently used equipment (weight 0.05): Players suggest using funds to unlock frequently used equipment, indicating that certain equipment is essential for an optimal experience.
- Play alternative games (weight 0.04): Some players suggest playing alternative games like Black Ops 3 instead, indicating that there might be better options available.

Other player notes:
- Disable OneDrive Documents sync (weight 0.09): It is recommended to disable the synchronization of the 'Documents' folder in OneDrive to avoid potential issues.
- EA neglecting updates and solutions (weight 0.06): Criticism towards EA for not providing updates or solutions to ongoing issues, leaving problems unresolved.
- Campaign length around 4 hours (weight 0.05): The campaign duration is approximately 4 hours, which some players have commented on.
- Ultrawide screen support (weight 0.05): Players have noted the inclusion of ultrawide screen settings in the game.
- Removal of Japanese PC site (weight 0.05): Disappointment over the removal of the Japanese PC version site for the game.

Emotions:
- Frustration (weight 0.32): Players are frustrated primarily due to technical issues such as game crashes, DRM problems with the EA launcher, and poor optimization. Additionally, multiplayer issues like unbalanced matchmaking, long queue times, and the presence of cheaters contribute significantly to this frustration.
- Disappointment (weight 0.14): Disappointment stems from the game not meeting expectations, particularly due to its short story length and technical issues. Players also express dissatisfaction with the forced use of the EA launcher and the lack of support or updates from EA.
- Joy (weight 0.11): Joy is derived from the game's engaging story, unique gameplay mechanics, and the strong emotional connection between the player and the Titan. The fun and fluid movement mechanics, as well as the enjoyable campaign and multiplayer modes, also contribute to this positive emotion.
- Anger (weight 0.08): Anger is mainly caused by persistent technical issues such as game crashes, poor performance, and problems with the EA app. Players are also angry about the lack of support from EA and the game's compatibility issues.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.08): Nostalgia is evoked by memories of playing the game during its peak era and the emotional connections formed with the game's characters and story. Players also express hope for a sequel, Titanfall 3, which adds to this nostalgic feeling.
- Excitement (weight 0.08): Excitement is generated by the game's fast-paced and dynamic gameplay, innovative movement system, and heart-pounding action. The engaging story and the unique abilities of the Titans also contribute to this thrilling experience.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.05): Enjoyment comes from the game's fun and varied gameplay, fast movement, and intense combat. The epic scale missions and the overall high quality of the game also add to the enjoyment.
- Admiration (weight 0.04): Admiration is felt due to the game's well-designed story, characters, and gameplay. Players also admire the game's graphics, optimization, and the emotional impact of its narrative.
- Sadness (weight 0.03): Sadness is primarily caused by the emotional story, particularly the sacrifice of BT and the bond between Jack Cooper and BT-7274. The poignant moments in the campaign deeply affect players.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.03): Satisfaction arises from the game's excellent gun mechanics, unmatched story, and enjoyable mech and pilot combat. The detailed and epic levels, along with the interaction with BT, contribute to this feeling.
- Appreciation (weight 0.02): Appreciation is felt for the game's respect towards its players and the great progression system. The surprising campaign and the emotional connection with the characters also add to this appreciation.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.02): Enthusiasm is generated by the game's detailed gameplay mechanics and the personal satisfaction derived from overcoming challenges. Players are eager to share solutions and experiences related to the game.
- Disgust (weight 0.01): Disgust is caused by the requirement of a secondary launcher, which players find intrusive and unnecessary.
- Awe (weight 0.01): Awe is inspired by the game's touching and heartfelt story, which leaves a lasting emotional impact on players.
- Love (weight 0.01): Love for the game is driven by its impressive story, gameplay variety, and the unique elements like robots and mechs.
- Attachment (weight 0.01): Attachment is formed through the emotional connection with the characters, particularly Cooper and BT, during the campaign.
- Heartwarming (weight 0.01): Heartwarming moments in the campaign, such as the bond between Cooper and BT, evoke this emotion.}