After playing the demo it took me a bit to get used to BC2 coming from BC1. The controls have changed but I really prefer the new configuration (you can change all controls back to BC1 settings if you want). The graphics dont seem to have improved much, although it is the demo and also the battlefields are large and contain a lot of players, so I guess something has to give. I can certainly sacrifice some eye candy if it means gameplay is going to be better, which it is!
I think my favourite addition so far is the “spotting” ability. Hitting the ‘back’ button now spots an enemy for all your team to see for about 15 seconds which really makes scouting a major assistance for a team. You no longer need to shoot an enemy to light them up thus giving away your position. Simple but so effective, and you even get points for spotting someone and your team killing them shortly after.
Not a big fan of the slow knifing animation which (with a bit of inevitable lag) can usually lead to you missing enemies at point blank, them seeing you, then shooting you in the face after a couple of lame swipes. Hopefully they fix this.
The transport helicopter is a massive addition. I think it's a six seater with two miniguns (one on each side) and also the ability to parachute from the chopper really adds a hugely advantageous tactical option for this game. Cant wait till release!!!