» Thu Dec 31, 2009 1:39 pm
Yeah, the way it's worded from what I've seen, people's stats and leaderboard stats shouldn't be affected, but I guess they are according to people who reboot? Oh well, minor bummer I suppose which may prevent some people from rebooting.
However yeah, the whole point of rebooting is not to obtain something that gives you an edge in gameplay. Yes, you are essentially opting to DOWNGRADE yourself. I know in the new world of character progression and persistence rewards, we always expect to be rewarded with some new thing with each and every step, but for the reboot (and Call of Duty's Prestige Mode, among others), this is not the case.
The reboot is there only to add replay value to those who enjoy constantly having the ability to "rank up" or who enjoy unlocking items again. Some people love it, some people don't. This is why you're given a choice.