Only played the first mission and a bit of the second mission so far but I thought I would state my thoughts on this anyway.
First off, I am playing the PC version and it looks absolutely fantastic. I would imagine the console versions would look quite similar too. Everything about the surrounding environment looks fantastic, especially the trees and grass. The way the sunlight emerges from within the trees and shines on the grass, looks brilliant. To compliment the lush visuals there is also some top notch audio. Everything from the sound of you running through the grass to a single gunshot; it is all one big treat for the ears.
Gameplay wise, it is challenging and probably one of the most realistic shooters available at the moment. I mean I was just playing on normal (HUD on) and found it quite a challenge. Enemies are pretty clever and will spot you from quite far away, especially if you are running to your destination. Your computer controlled squad mates are pretty decent too. They will attack enemies within their range and for the most part they will "obey" any commands you give them.
Speaking of commands, the controls for the system using the mouse and keyboard are bit awkward. It is hard to explain but it is safe to say they could have been designed alot better. I actually think the controls for the commands work better with the 360 controlller (yes I tried playing with that too), not by a huge amount but better nonetheless in my opinion.
Going back to the gameplay though, the shoot-outs are just pure intense. I think Codemasters have done a great job of making the player feel like they are in the shoes of a soldier. Every encounter with the enemy feels like a mini set-piece battle. It is a combination of the weapons, visuals, sound and general atmosphere that helps create the "set-piece" feel.
I really look forward to playing more of this over the next few days, top game. The single player (based on a couple of missions) is very good but I think co-op is where this game will truly shine. I just need to wait for my mates to get this now so I can experience the game on hardcore (no HUD), I can't wait!
Basically, if you like you're FPS's then get this game! 
EDIT - Some shots I took from the second mission.
First off, I am playing the PC version and it looks absolutely fantastic. I would imagine the console versions would look quite similar too. Everything about the surrounding environment looks fantastic, especially the trees and grass. The way the sunlight emerges from within the trees and shines on the grass, looks brilliant. To compliment the lush visuals there is also some top notch audio. Everything from the sound of you running through the grass to a single gunshot; it is all one big treat for the ears.
Gameplay wise, it is challenging and probably one of the most realistic shooters available at the moment. I mean I was just playing on normal (HUD on) and found it quite a challenge. Enemies are pretty clever and will spot you from quite far away, especially if you are running to your destination. Your computer controlled squad mates are pretty decent too. They will attack enemies within their range and for the most part they will "obey" any commands you give them.
Speaking of commands, the controls for the system using the mouse and keyboard are bit awkward. It is hard to explain but it is safe to say they could have been designed alot better. I actually think the controls for the commands work better with the 360 controlller (yes I tried playing with that too), not by a huge amount but better nonetheless in my opinion.
Going back to the gameplay though, the shoot-outs are just pure intense. I think Codemasters have done a great job of making the player feel like they are in the shoes of a soldier. Every encounter with the enemy feels like a mini set-piece battle. It is a combination of the weapons, visuals, sound and general atmosphere that helps create the "set-piece" feel.
I really look forward to playing more of this over the next few days, top game. The single player (based on a couple of missions) is very good but I think co-op is where this game will truly shine. I just need to wait for my mates to get this now so I can experience the game on hardcore (no HUD), I can't wait!
Basically, if you like you're FPS's then get this game! EDIT - Some shots I took from the second mission.
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