I started playing this again today. When I first got it I only played a couple of tournaments while on a business trip and HD came out shortly after so never got into it big time. It's true though, it is very refreshing. I actually like feeling like a noob. Simple challenges like not grinding the walls the whole time are easier to overcome and less frustrating than the challenges I have in HD.

I find it quite realixing too, and 1st person mode is far less punishing. I'll probably be asking you guys for tips in no time.