The usual cliché with a twist
One thing about TimeShift that blew my mind away were the locations. I just loved it. The locations on most part are suited for missions of epic proportions considering the fact that it is an FPS but most of them have been underused by not putting in much variety into the missions. There were only a few mini-game type of missions where one had to control a turret or so. On the whole any mod community could have done a better job with the mission layout.( Mission layout != Map Design )
One major letdown at least for me is the Beta Suit. For God-sake! put some muscles into it. No matter who it is that in the suit it will give a different vibe which screams "I am wussy!". Seriously, I mean it.
Gameplay wise there is too few variety in weapon choice, only one vehicle to drive( with no guns! ) and the Time powers are overpowered. And there is way too much ammo lying around.
The story presentation is excellent but does not pack a punch. The whole story can be interpreted from very beginning.
One more thing that most RPG fans will miss here on most part is the boss battle type of missions. It is not there even in the end.
One thing that low end users will like is that this game even with all the effects turned off and at 800X600 Res will still be a beauty.
On most of the missions and the whole game setting it never fails you to remind the similarity between TimeShift and some of the WW games.
After all this wanna know why I rated it 8.5 and not some 5.0 or so ? Well that is because the whole concept with its flaws fit right in the picture and makes you want to play the sequel that the ending depicts even more. This game is definitely worth the money and is nice way to pass your "time".