I think that Riptide is not only a fantastic map to play but also a fantastic map in design, I love everything from the colours used to the way the water on the floor cascades on the walls. Good job 343 I appreciate this one.
I think it’s a good map.
Haven’t had a chance to play it, but it looks good from what I’ve seen.
I ran around it to get the jist of its design after the update and from a versatility and competitive standpoint, it’s not that good. Looks like it plays much different than Fathom which is good, but the balance, the Sightlines, and the location distinctions giving a sense of familiarity were not good at all. Riptide will probably be ok for FFA or maybe Strongholds but I can’t see CTF or even Team Slayer being that pleasant. I’m just being a little critical I guess.
Neighbor said it reminded him of Damnation. I don’t agree. It reminds me more of Chill Out (minus the open space in the middle), due to the lack of Sightlines and how pathways are implemented. However, both those mentioned maps are horribly unbalanced. Riptide might be better balanced than those.
Visuals and movement options were implemented good. I just wish there was more of a distinction between locations and bases as well as balanced weapon placement.
Just my thoughts.