Continued BFR Balance

[Strygun]

Samhayne has just posted on the official forums regarding changes coming soon to BFRs.

In our continued pursuit of a better balanced BFR that fits within the combined arms goal of PlanetSide combat, we are evaluating additional changes to the update we have scheduled for the morning of Tuesday 11/2.

1. Reduction in BFR shield regeneration designed to reduce its battlefield staying power. BFR vs. BFR balance will change with a 1 on 1 able to bust through each other's shields in 25-35 seconds (currently 40-60 seconds, depending on pilot accuracy).
2. BFR shield regen while crouched will only be slightly reduced, to reinforce the tactic (and inherent limitations) of crouching while taking sustained fire.
3. Corresponding BFR shield regeneration reduction in BFR varients (Flight and Gunner)
4. Increase in the time the BFR shield stays down once it is "beat down". This is intended to moderately reduce the BFRs ability to run away.
5. Corresponding reduction in Flail and Liberator AV damage vs. BFRs to maintain that current balance.
6. Slight reduction in BFR Anti Air weapon damage.

We appriciate eveyone's feedback on current BFR balance and are committed to a balanced PlanetSide with BFRs well integrated into the vehicle landscape.

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