This game could have been great with proper time and attention. Instead we're given a game at launch that has not only several bugs but sub-par aspects all around. If they actually deliver on what was advertised with free updates, fixes, and DLC to finish the game I'll probably buy it again (I refunded). The Good: The visuals and atmosphere deliver most of the time. Living in this dystopian, near future open world can be immersive and entertaining all by itself at times. The beauty in the city and landscapes designs are awesome. Character development for the player and most main characters takes it's time and is emotional. The Bad/OK: The main story feels like a good movie, but bad in the way when you realize you're playing a game where you should have agency in choices you make. There are multiple endings but all of them are never fully satisfying for a game. Side questing is even worse in this way, with sub plots that seems like they could shape your choices as a character and the world you live in, then end up again ultimately feeling disappointing, empty, or non existent outside cutscenes. Supporting characters get a chance to be really fleshed out and ingrained with the player but then either stop abruptly via questing or get removed to serve as "depth" for the player's journey right before they get good in and of themselves. Gameplay is ok until you settle into your build and get certain gear and abilities, and then gets way too easy and one-dimensional without much challenge. An example is having the ability to see enemies through walls, and with a sniper rifle can one shot them through most walls one by one. Awesome at first, then it becomes an easy exploit to handle most areas. Driving feels ok but it would be nice to have a mechanic where you can shoot freely from the car. I could go on, but almost all other aspects of this game feels bad to ok at best. The Ugly: The bugs. Way too many immersion and game breaking ones to mention.
