Shadow Of War: 10 Brutally Honest Impressions You Need To Know
5. Emergent Gameplay Is More Satisfying Than Any Of The Missions
The minute-to-minute gameplay in Shadow of War is amazing. Indulging fully in the Nemesis system and coordinating your own Orc army might not be for everyone, but the sheer thrill of finishing a fight with a newly-discovered Captain just for an old face to show up immediately after to take advantage of your weakened condition is always exhilarating.
It's these stories that you'll remember the most coming away from the sequel, and the uniqueness of every player's experience only gives them even more significance.
Having an enemy you thought you'd executed hours ago reappear with hooks for hands after you had chopped them off previously can be a rush, and often results in an experience that will be cherished long after the credits roll.
Moments like these are what makes Shadow of War so inviting and intoxicating despite its shortcomings, and made pushing through the more mundane sections worth it.