The launch of The Division is getting closer. This gameplay video of a new mission helps to shorten the waiting time.
During the recent open beta, we all got a glimpse of Ubisoft’s upcoming MMO shooter. A new video shows footage of a previously unknown mission that we want to take a closer look at. In it, we discover a lot that we can expect in the final version of the game.
What is this mission about?
This mission is designed for agents at level 20. The goal is to take over a building that is occupied by Rikers and features the inscription “Rikers Castle” above the entrance. You need to clear this building of enemy presence and secure hostages. Action-packed battles occur even before arriving at the building.
Then, you infiltrate the “Rikers Castle” and search for the hostages. Now, very intense scenes unfold: a hostage is shot right before your eyes as the agents delve deeper. Bitter confrontations follow. Subsequently, the remaining hostages must be located.
You enter a room where a bloody massacre has clearly taken place: corpses are scattered everywhere, which the agents investigate. This allows you to piece together what has happened in this place: you hear voices and statements from some hostages and criminals in flashbacks, painting a horrific picture of violence.
It is revealed that the Rikers played macabre games: “10 points if you hit his arm,” after which a scream pierces through you. Another hostage pleaded for mercy just before his death, appealing to the criminals’ compassion: he had a family. However, the Riker remained unfazed by this. The outcome of this conversation lies before us on the floor.
These are very intense scenes that The Division presents to us, truly not for the faint-hearted. This mission is marked by horrific violence and numerous expletives, which should be noted before you wish to watch the video at the end of the article.
The mission then leads us to the rooftop of the building, where a hostage can be freed. Now, it is a matter of eliminating masses of Rikers. After that, the agents must reach and open a door for JTF support, which they succeed in doing. The final battle against the boss now takes place in the main hall.
In the end, a boss fight awaits
In the boss fight, which lasts a few minutes, you face Larae Barrett, who takes several bullets before finally going down. He has a thick shield that is always displayed at the top of the screen. You must first take it down. Of course, many weaker enemies also try to make your life difficult, but ultimately the agents carry the victory. You can see how the fight goes down in the video starting at 13:53.
During the fight in the main hall, a hint about named enemies pops up – those who have a name. These are elite opponents with stronger weapons and equipment. They are the most dangerous foes but can drop the best loot.
Adjust your equipment with gear mods
The video also contains a hint that there will be gear mod slots. A picture shows an integrated weapon mod.
Furthermore, this footage reveals a hint about an empty gear mod slot. It states that one of the used equipment parts can be modified. This can be done by going into the inventory, selecting an equipment piece and a gear mod slot, and then pressing x to modify the piece.
Equipment modifications can enhance your core attributes and skills. You can find them as loot or purchase them from vendors. They can also be crafted.
What do we take away from this mission?
In conclusion, it remains clear that this mission is another proof that The Division will deliver an extraordinary gaming experience with intense scenes that is certainly not for the faint-hearted.
Moreover, the footage suggests that we have not seen much of this game yet, even though we have already spent hours in the beta. Additionally, gear mod slots will provide for individual equipment and allow for extensive customization progression in the player experience.
Here is the gameplay video:
What do you think of this gameplay video?
Did you invest a lot of time and effort into the open beta and want to be rewarded for it? These will be the rewards for your efforts.
