Yeah but none of the other weapons did either. UT2003 is set after UT and the weapons have a more futuristic feel.....futuristic isn't the right word- I mean they have a more 'manufactured' for the Tournament look about them, unlike UT where the weapons looked like ex-army stock that had been commisioned for use in the Tournament. And that new sniper rifle really looks out of place already, even before seeing it with the other weapons.
But then......a couple of the other weapons have been changed as well, like the Shock, and that looks more army-esque as well. Guess they're trying to take it back to the UT feel again, rather than the sporty theme we've currently got. Especially when you look at the soldier guys and gals we've seen pics of.
Wish Epic would make up their mind.