This Ghost Recon entry is a tactical third-person shooter that blends modern military action with futuristic gadgetry. You have access to adaptive camouflage, drones, sensor grenades, and the Gunsmith system for deep weapon customization, giving missions a high-tech edge. This is a dream for people who really like firearms in general since you can tweak and test them in several different ways, similar to something like the SOCOM series.

The campaign spans diverse environments and balances stealth with intense firefights, particularly I like to go completely stealth and try the hardest not to be detected, since tactical shooters offer the most unique experience if you choose this route. While co-op and multiplayer modes add replay value through coordinated tactics and varied objectives, though I admit that I've never experienced the online multiplayer experience, I rather choose to go alone through the single-player campaing.

Unfortunately, the PC version suffers from a poor port, with performance issues, awkward interface scaling, and lingering Xbox controller prompts. Despite these drawbacks, Future Soldier offers satisfying teamwork-driven gameplay and inventive tech, making it an enjoyable experience for fans of tactical shooters who can overlook its technical flaws. I highly recommend not skipping this one if you are a fan of the Ghost Recon series, or tactical shooters in general, despite it's age.