Overall width of the map is too small for 8 players IMO. It feels maybe just above the width or crossroads or rails and metal, but with many more players.
Thanks for getting some dialog going. Much appreciated.
The widest part of the map at the front line is 566 meters. Which is very close to Essen Steelworks and General Mud. Steppes is about 600m but much of that area is blocked off.
For comparison:
Crossroads is approx 242m
Rails and Metal is 250m
Redball is 309m
The road running across the map does not leave room for area separation at the front. So the front line may feel smaller than it is since you can easily rotate towards attackers?
Most matches I have seen so far:
- Each side VP and fuel have one person fighting over it.
- Very few flanks are attempted. Usually MG, sniper, and mortar battles.
These games support your theory that it feels smaller than it is to some extent.