It is slow paced like the old R6/Swat 4 games, except now players have more choice in their playstyle. I was able to charge in all I wanted in Swat 4/R6. Sometimes it was a good tactic depending on the level and the defender. You don't have to go through bombing the house if you don't want to, That's whats so cool and fun about it, that you can. Think tactics, it might work great for one group and bad for another, creating all these pathways for your enemy to flank later isn't such a good move for example.
I think the game looks fantastic, and like me, so many people out there have been waiting for this type of game. I am happy they canceled Patriots for this. I'm excited.