Tom Clancy’s The Division is out, and let’s just say it’s no sunny walk in the park. Ubisoft’s online shooter will show some similarities to fans of Destiny, but the gritty tone makes for a rather dark and miserable experience in the best possible way. To get you amped up, here are some fun facts you may not know about the game.
1. THE DIVISION WILL MAKE YOU FEEL UNEASY
For those familiar with Tom Clancy books and previous video games, you would know that he is far from a romantic in the traditional sense. Highlighting the dark realities of war is what Tom Clancy excels at and The Division supports this argument. From the disease-ridden streets, stray dogs, and the overall bleak imagery, gamers will feel lost, fear and misery.
2. TOM CLANCY GOES RPG
This isn’t just your average, one dimensional, shoot-em-up military thriller. The Division will have a large map with various missions and side-quests. As these missions are completed, players gain experience and unlock new perks. The game has a complex role-playing structure that keeps thing interesting.
3. FIGHTING WILL REQUIRE PATIENCE
The fights in this particular Tom Clancy game border between the realistic and absurd. For one, enemies will take a lot of bullets before they die. Fights will be stretched out and brutal. One can’t win with sheer force, tactics need to be heavily considered. This makes for both an exhilarating and highly exhausting game, much like warfare. Something tells me Tom Clancy would be proud.
4. DARK ZONE MODE WILL GET PSYCHOLOGICAL
The Division has a Dark Zone mode. In this player vs. player environment, games are free to explore the streets and make their own choices. They can choose to turn towards the dark side and kill people for loot. When that happens, others will team up with you. Just like in real life, you will be punished for your bad behavior, but it certainly adds an entertaining element to the game.
5. THIS IS THE START OF A NEW GENRE
The Division is doing something that we haven’t really seen in this genre before. Because of this, players can expect a fair amount of glitches at first. The environment is a massive undertaking, but one that is worth the effort. The game will evolve right along with the players. Those with a little patience and determination will be highly rewarded from this satisfyingly gloomy game.
