It has pretty much the same flaws as Sticker Star; lacking depth and backtracking. But there were steps into a better direction. Just not a lot of them.
This is without a doubt my favorite game of all time. Although be warned, its very long and a majority of it is dialogue. But if you are willing to commit you get a Grade A+ JRPG.
For one of those BandaiNamco Anime License games its not too bad. It just doesnt stand out very much. If I did not make a note of me playing this game I would have completely forgotten about it.