I have been playing FE since about the beginning of October. I bought my copy directly from the FE website so I could start with the LE ATV. I have to say that this is the first game I have ever played that sucked me into it so completely that I actually took a week off from work just to explore the game. I keep finding new little surprises that I never would have thought about with the FPS combat system. I finally got my character to a level where I could use a rifle. I will say that while it is great to be able to snipe a mob from a long distance. Be sure that your target is not near any other potential targets. Unlike other MMOs, a missed shot in this one can hit other mobs and if you start to panic you could end up with 3, 4, or even 5 mobs all chasing you down, and some of those mobs also carry ranged weapons. You also need to be ready to switch weapons during combat. I didn't realize at first that while you are using a ranged weapon, you have a reduced melee defense. When mobs reach melee range, if they have a significant amount of life left, be ready to switch to a melee weapon. Even if you suck at melee, it is better than getting trashed in 2 to 3 hits.
Well, my impression on the crafting is that I like it. I like that if you find items and don't have a use for them, you can "salvage" them and recover some of the components that are used to craft the item. While you can and sometimes must find a workshop for your crafting, most of it can be done in the field with the proper kit. You also do not have to stand around and wait for the completion of your crafting in most cases. You can also que up to 20 items to craft that will continue after you have logged off.
IMO This game is a breath of fresh air that I have been waiting a long time for. I would recommend this game to any and all my friends.
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I have been playing FE since about the beginning of October. I bought my copy directly from the FE website so I could start with the LE ATV. I have to say that this is the first game I have ever played that sucked me into it so completely that I actually took a week off from work just to explore the game. I keep finding new little surprises that I never would have thought about with the FPS combat system. I finally got my character to a level where I could use a rifle. I will say that while it is great to be able to snipe a mob from a long distance. Be sure that your target is not near any other potential targets. Unlike other MMOs, a missed shot in this one can hit other mobs and if you start to panic you could end up with 3, 4, or even 5 mobs all chasing you down, and some of those mobs also carry ranged weapons. You also need to be ready to switch weapons during combat. I didn't realize at first that while you are using a ranged weapon, you have a reduced melee defense. When mobs reach melee range, if they have a significant amount of life left, be ready to switch to a melee weapon. Even if you suck at melee, it is better than getting trashed in 2 to 3 hits.
Well, my impression on the crafting is that I like it. I like that if you find items and don't have a use for them, you can "salvage" them and recover some of the components that are used to craft the item. While you can and sometimes must find a workshop for your crafting, most of it can be done in the field with the proper kit. You also do not have to stand around and wait for the completion of your crafting in most cases. You can also que up to 20 items to craft that will continue after you have logged off.
IMO This game is a breath of fresh air that I have been waiting a long time for. I would recommend this game to any and all my friends.
JonnyD73