More tidbits from the article:
"For all the new and varied play options, FoC requires a robust artificial intelligence system. 'The AI system needed an overhaul,' Tieger tells us. 'We have some pretty unique challenges when it comes to AI systems. For instance, the way that AI systems generally work is that they assess the situation and then react, which is fine if the player is moving at base foot speed, or maybe even a run. But when I can transform and fly half a kilometer away in the time it's taken the AI to process and commit to the action, the things you have to adjust for are pretty radical"
While they were relentless and dangerous, enemies in WFC mostly addressed the problem of transformation by following a straightforward charge and shoot approach to combat. The enemies in High Moon's new game are more nuanced. Individual enemy types are built to challenge particular characters, and they exhibit unique transformations that can telegraph their actions to observant players. Decepticon guardians in Cliffjumper's level shift between three visible transformations and AI routines. On patrol, they follow set paths within a given area. GIve them a reason to be alarmed, and sensors slide into place for investigation mode, including the ability to knock out Autobot cloaking systems with a targeted beam. If Cliffjumper is uncovered, guardians shift into battle mode; guns start firing, and a new layer of armor pops into place to prevent instant takedowns."
-Most enemies in FoC are not generic enemies repainted depending on what side they are on. Each faction has unique enemies. Enemies actively seek cover, track your movments across the battlefield, and pay attention to your last known locations.
-Camera angle has changed, moving closer to over the shoulder. This reveals much more detail of the bots.
-There are more insecticons...and bigger ones, in this game.
-Bruticus has his own level. He mounts Vortex's rotors on his arm, which becomes a spinning shield or a buzzsaw to slice opponents. The game creators focused on giving the player the feeling of sheer power at his disposal while they play him.
-Character creation is now central to multiplayer. "Four distinct character types can each have six unique body parts, from head to feet, altered between a half dozen options. Each body part affects features like speed, shielding, vehicle armor, and ability regeneration, so you can customize the type of character you want to play. New parts are unlocked as you level up through multiplayer. That customizability extends to weapon and ability selection, so one character might be your ultimate sniper, and another a bruiser that wades into the fray. Pick colors. Pick a voice. Save up to three characters in each of the four classes. This is a chance for longtime fans to finally create their own Transformers, and the available options and variety assure that you'll see plenty of variation on the battlefield."
OKay, my wife is out of town and I'm bored. So I figured I'd pass along more stuff for you guys to pass the time. Hope it's worth it.
Greeeaaat! Yet another continuity to further confuse and perplex the mass TF fandom. You have to admit, us Transfans have one drawback that other franchises don't suffer from as much...a complex fanbase with a varying opinion of what is actual cannon etc. I for one wish all the time that we had one solid unified backstory and mythology. God, why couldn't Hasbro had gotten this down better back in '84 instead of splitting up the writers between the comic and cartoon universe. We got off on the wrong foot from the start and confusion has reigned supreme...LOL, I know it's just a kids toy but it's been 30 years now damn it and I'm craving some dang consistancy for a change. 
