it's funny how inspired by uncharted this is, from the quippy banter to the style of setpieces.

the prologue and final chapters are really cool, and the first two acts are breezy and successfully make the world feel like it has moved on before being invaded by the swarm. but the mine and the dam back to back are a real pacing killer. the chapters here all feel the same, with little to mix up the scenario.

i appreciate that they wanted to tell a smaller story this time, but the characterization is as shallow as ever which just makes the whole thing feel thin. the plot is basically a retread of dom and maria, except this time the tearful woman euthanasia is even more drawn out.