Well I don't view it as a hardcore game but I would agree that its "hardcore" in the stereotypical sense.
Personally I think there is a lot of hype surrounding the title and that when marketing comes around that will increase. I worry about sales in Europe, but in America they should be fine. FPS's usually don't have too many problems selling there.
As long as the game gets good advertising around release and good reviews it should do fine.








