[Nordmann]

While I have yet to purchase the game, I agree that it certainly has potential, though I still believe the devs could have done a lot more. If and when this DRM fiasco is sorted out, I will probably buy the game, but at the moment it's too much of a risk (servers being down days at a time etc).

I must admit, the engine does look fantastic, coupled with the ability to roam the boat, you have to say that it's a real milestone achievement. However, from what I have read so far, this comes at the expense of the gameplay we have become accustomed to with previous titles. That being said, it looks as if our gallant mod community is already rolling out some excellent mods, so no doubt gameplay issues will be dealt with in due course.

It's a pity Ubi mishandled this game in the manner that they did, because I have a feeling that if would have sold many more copies without the net requirement (overseas service personnel, travelling businessmen etc).