Zero Punctuation Season 11 Episode 48 Star Wars Battlefront 2

In this episode of Zero Punctuation season 11, our host Yahtzee takes on Star Wars Battlefront 2. Yahtzee is no stranger to the world of video games and is notorious for his unfiltered and humorous critiques. Star Wars Battlefront 2 has been a highly anticipated game for fans of the franchise, but will it live up to the hype?

Yahtzee begins by acknowledging the controversies surrounding the game's release, including the infamous microtransaction debacle that drew the ire of gamers worldwide. However, he is determined to focus solely on the game itself and its gameplay mechanics.

The first thing Yahtzee notes is the impressive graphics and sound design. The visuals are sharp and detailed, and the sound effects are spot on, immersing the player into the Star Wars universe. However, Yahtzee quickly points out that pretty graphics do not equal good gameplay.

Moving on to the single player campaign, Yahtzee finds the story and characters to be lackluster and forgettable. The protagonist, Iden Versio, doesn't have much personality, and the various other characters are unremarkable. Yahtzee takes issue with the game's attempt at portraying the Empire as heroes, which feels forced and unconvincing.

When it comes to gameplay, Yahtzee is disappointed by the lack of variety in objectives. Most of the missions involve shooting a horde of enemies and proceeding to the next checkpoint. The AI of the enemies is also lacking, with stormtroopers randomly standing around or running into walls. The starfighter sections, while impressive in terms of visuals, suffer from repetitive objectives and a lack of control over the ship's movement.

Moving on to multiplayer, Yahtzee finds it to be the main attraction of the game. The various modes, including Galactic Assault and Starfighter Assault, offer a good variety of gameplay experiences. The addition of heroes and villains, which can be unlocked through gameplay, adds an exciting element to the matches. However, Yahtzee takes issue with the game's reliance on loot boxes to unlock better gear and abilities, which can provide an unfair advantage to players who spend real money.

Overall, Yahtzee finds Star Wars Battlefront 2 to be a mixed bag. While the visuals and sound design are top-notch, the single player campaign falls flat and the gameplay can become repetitive quickly. The multiplayer is the game's saving grace, but the reliance on loot boxes is a significant blemish. Despite the controversy surrounding its release, Yahtzee's final verdict on Star Wars Battlefront 2 is a lukewarm "meh."

Fans of the franchise may enjoy the game's attention to detail and visuals, but those looking for engaging gameplay mechanics or a memorable story may be left disappointed. Yahtzee's review is a fair and balanced assessment of the game, offering praise where it is due but also not pulling any punches when it comes to its shortcomings.