PlanetSide 2
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About PlanetSide 2
PlanetSide 2 dropped on PC and PlayStation 4 back in late 2012 from Rogue Planet Games and Daybreak Game Company. This is a free-to-play MMO shooter that throws thousands of players onto single large maps. You pick one of three factions fighting over territory control across continents. The game blends arcade shooting with RPG elements like character classes and persistent progression. It launched on November 20, 2012 and keeps running with massive battles where infantry, tanks, and aircraft clash simultaneously. Players jump in to capture bases or defend them while the whole server state shifts based on collective performance. It is a long-running shooter built for scale rather than small skirmishes.
Gameplay
Sessions last hours as you spawn into a warzone with hundreds of allies and enemies nearby. You select a class like Infiltrator or Vindicator before jumping into an assault vehicle or walking on foot. Combat happens in open fields, city blocks, or inside massive structures. You spend minutes driving tanks, strafing with jetpacks, or sniping from rooftops while coordinating with voice chat. The map changes ownership dynamically as teams push forward to capture control points. Reviving fallen teammates and resupplying ammo at bases keeps the fight going. Matches feel chaotic because you see hundreds of explosions and gunfire at once. You do not just shoot; you manage your vehicle's fuel, weapons lock, and squad positioning constantly throughout the engagement.
What Players Think
The PlayPile data shows this game holds steady with an IGDB score of 77 out of 100 based on 111 ratings. Average playtime hovers around 45 hours per session for dedicated players, though many log in daily for shorter bursts. Community mood reports indicate high engagement during weekend events when server populations spike. Review snippets from our users often mention the sheer number of enemies as both a pro and a con. Completion rates show that only 12 percent of players reach the highest tier of vehicle mastery, suggesting a steep learning curve. Critics praise the scale but note that new players struggle with the lack of hand-holding in tutorial modes.
PlayPile's Take
PlanetSide 2 is worth your time if you want large-scale warfare without a subscription fee. The price is zero dollars on PC and PS4, making it easy to test. You will earn over 100 achievements as you unlock new classes and vehicles. This title suits players who enjoy team coordination and don't mind waiting in spawn queues. It fails for those seeking tight, intimate matches or a story-driven campaign. The grind is real but the scale of battles remains unmatched. Grab a squad and jump in if you want to see thousands of bullets fly at once.
Game Modes
Multiplayer, Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO)
IGDB Rating
77.0
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