A step backwards for the series, for sure. Please, please, a new 2play game would be wonderful. I've spent countless hours with my friends just on Boxhead the 2play Rooms. That game was boxhead perfection, and you could play with friends. Thumbs up if you want a new 2play game.
Did a scary face pop up after the preloader? I didn't see it because I was so scared I've spent the last five minutes waiting in my driveway for it to load. You can never be too cautious about scary faces...
This game may be hard to someone starting, but I've got some tips for you that can make your time a lot easier. What you're going to want is to have two offensive units, two defensive, and one support. Ideally for offensive you want something really strong. Don't bother with anything that is fast and weak. Good units are the heavy, tank, and the mammoth. The mammoth is a must. For defensive your going to want some sort of turret, and the sniper. The sniper is a must. For turrets I would advise against the machine gun, the rockets will probably be best. For support you basically just want air support. You'll probably want the first airship you get. I hope this helps :)