Originally Posted by
Krassz
No.
The PvP design in terms of systems (except how obtaining elite gear works), I do like. In terms of actual gameplay, no.
There are next to no mechanics involved in the game, you can't really tell the difference between a good and bad player anymore. It's true that there were backpeddling rets and DKs at 2100+ MMR, probably more specs also.
Counter comps completely counter due to there being no way to outplay anymore and it all comes down to damage. You might say "it's always been like that" but it's never been close to that level this expansion. A common thought at the end of an arena game is "Why did we lose?" "I don't know" because there's literally 0 depth to arena gameplay anymore.
And yes, World PvP. Dead. Server sharding and lack of PvP templates make it unplayable. Includes dueling, obviously.
I can't see how anyone can enjoy PvP gameplay in it's current state. I'm hoping the honor talent revamp and the "return of several utility spells" make it a bit better. Until then, trash.