It's been the most fun the game has been since launch. Guns feel balanced (for once) and there seems to be a range of weapons always being used.
I can't identify your problem with the Mal, though. Got a bit getting used to in my first game but was destroying once I got the hang of it again.
Also anyone wanna play crushing co-op say around this time tomorrow? I'm playing with the Q&A multiplayer lead from ND who is helping me since my profile corrupted. Nice guy.
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