well all that I have read indicates that Sony realized that Mechs killed the game and were too op, they have already stated no mechs this time around, to much rejoicing from the major portion of the original planetside fans.

I am Wrath, I am Steel, I am the Mercy of Angels.
mors est merces mea – death is my reward
morte in vitam non habet tenaci - Death has no grip on Life.
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