Based on this generally positive review, I'm not sure the "Open Beta" did this game any favors. Not from a playability standpoint but from a content standpoint. I played the Beta every day it was available and after that much time with it, I felt like I'd had my fill of the game for a while. Didn't really feel like much of a step up from the original. In fact, even with the new skills and "signature" weapons, it didn't feel like much more than a TD expansion pack. Same enemies, same gameplay cycle, same loot, ... same, same, same. All in an arguably less-interesting environment. Meanwhile, although it may have just been a question of familiarity, I still think the original game's U/I is far superior to the new one. Will keep an eye on this - thanks for the balanced coverage, UEG!