Fast TTK Is fine, But shield’s need value.

I actually think the current fast TTK fits where most of us are at right now in terms of level and available gear. Fights feel decisive and punishing, which is fine.

What I’d really like to see though is shields actually mattering more. This is something they could take a note from Arc Raiders on.

In over 350 hours on Arc Raiders and after looting roughly 500 bodies, I’ve never once seen anyone running a heavy shield. That says a lot about how little value they bring compared to other options.

I’m not asking for a bullet sponge meta. I don’t want drawn out, zero consequence fights. But a +3 shield, and especially a +4 if they exist, should at least give you a genuine fighting chance in a straight up engagement.

If higher tier shields are rare and expensive, they should feel impactful. Not unkillable. Just meaningful.