Let me start by saying this: Pacing makes a BIG difference. Let me follow that statement by saying that this game is quite poorly paced, and is not very enjoyable as a result.
The first level that the player jumps into consists of a few waves of regular enemies which grows in difficulty until eventually the level reaches it's climax at ... well, nothing. There's no boss fight, and the "congrats" screen comes abruptly after working through an unchallenging wave.
Level 2 pits the player against a brief series of waves, followed by what felt like a midboss. The midboss was tough and enjoyable, was followed by a wave of normal enemies who quickly evolved into a much more challenging ... well, nothing. The game, once again, abruptly congratulates you for completing a level that only felt half-done.
Level 3 was admittedly a bit better than the last two, but not by much. Yes, the level does have an appropriately difficult and intimidating boss, but the epic lead-up to that boss that should make me feel like I'm about to go and fight a massive threat is ... well, nothing. All that stands between the player and their first big challenge is a few basic waves of drones following odd paths.
Simply put, the first three levels of the game are utterly disappointing. After completing them, the player's only reason to continue with the game is ... well, nothing. It's a huge shame, too, because the previous Frantic games were fantastic, and the graphics, music, and polish from those games carried over wonderfully. But without proper, enjoyable gameplay to back it up, Frantic 3 just isn't worth most people's time.
