I completely agree with you and so do roughly 90% of the community (estimate based on naff all research I know, but feel free to prove me wrong). The only reason I bought the expansion pass is because the content that [b][u]is[/u][/b] there, is fun. The Strikes are quick missions with different sections culminating in the standard end boss sequence (if it ain't broke don't fix it. Just because it's 'standard' doesn't mean it's not 'good'). Patrols give the freedom to explore larger areas so you can see how each section connects to each other. (With certain parts locked away I know, but that's a good thing as I mentioned previously). Crucible is fun. Nothing special, but then I tend to stick to PvE anyways unless I'm with a group. Raids are the best example of brilliant mission design. (Minus the bugs). It is varied, challenging, requires teamwork and despite it's length (for the first play through at least), still makes you want to go back for more. Story is the [b]only[/b] section the game is truly lacking. Custom matches and MLG playlists can wait, they have CoD and Halo. We need more substance to the story of our Guardians!!!!

Have u taken the time to truly explore every facet of ever world? Earth has 1 section that will go in a circle. From start to mothyards through the skywatch out to the shore into the seeder out through the rocketyard and back to start. U can also cut through mothyards to shore. The moon is one loop that can be done on a speeder and 3 underground entrances/exits, you can go in any one and come out any other. Venus has its one speeder route also with various dead ends to explore on foot. Mars actually has 2 loops, one can be done on a speeder and the other requires going through some huge doors. There are also a couple dead ends u can explore on foot. By far seems like the "largest planet". I've noticed an ogre in the cave on earth, as well as the spider tank boss being there even on patrol. But really nothing of note otherwise on patrol, more random monsters like that would be welcome, as well as having the tank on mars even if not on the strike. Anyone else seen anything cool while on patrol?