PlanetSide 2

Game Balance and New Player Struggles

Outdated and Poorly Maintained

Rampant Cheating and Exploits

Pay-to-Win Mechanics

Declining Player Population

Class-based progression system

Asymmetric faction-based warfare

Combined arms combat system

Squad and outfit teamwork focus

Weapon and class balance trade-offs

Poor optimization for hardware

Optimized for large-scale battles

Netcode and hit registration flaws

CPU-heavy performance demands

Aging engine limitations

Ideal for large-scale battle fans

Unique but flawed experience

High learning curve for newcomers

Crashing issues deter recommendations

Best played with friends or squads