For those who don’t know, “Aldie” is the co-founder of www.boardgamegeek.com, which I consider the most amazing gaming review & discussion site on the internet.
He played his first D&D game in 15 years this weekend, using the 4e rules. His reaction is here:
http://www.boardgamegeek.com/thread/321413
Interesting on seeing a boardgamer’s perspective on it. 
A lot of people complain that 4e is a video game or MMO or whatever… but I think the board game influence shows through the most. In a very good way.