I didn't see that quote, but makes sense now. Its a tried and true formula, all they had to do was follow it and update things. Add a few "quirks and features". I don't know why I can't change my character to what I want it to be?!
I still have more fun playing the older maps, but then you can't upgrade the weapons in 2042 doing that and get slaughtered by someone who has. I'm not as invested with 2042 as I have been, it's not as much fun for me. BUT I do absolutely love playing the older maps with current graphics. I can see myself giving up on 2042 and just doing that.
I did download Halo last night, I can see myself killing time playing it. It wasn't terrible.