Brink is an ambitious effort, designed by a team which clearly wanted to do something different with shooters, but couldn’t execute all the ideas perfectly, it doesn't make it easy to have a satisfying experience, and though the action can be engaging, you have to weather significant problems to get your money's worth. An online shooter needs variety, depth, and addictiveness to succeed over the long term. Brink might find a niche with some hardcore fans, but it isn’t for everyone. We would love to see more of the parkour gameplay, but one mechanic isn't enough to carry an entire game. Brink has heart, but the overall package is lacking.