This is everything that the original Jet Set Radio was meant to be. The controls feel so much smoother and your character is just a little faster for that extra oomph. The combat has been improved and simplified so all you need to do is knock them over in the streets and spray by holding down a button. And the graffiti is simplified too so you can spray on the go and you don't have to stay in one place doing a fancy dance while hoping the police don't catch you. The game is technical and filled with depth, yet it provides plenty of learning opportunities through tutorials and excellent level design. Add to the fact that this game has an outstanding soundtrack and looks better than many games from the 2010s, and you've got yourself one of the greatest games of all time. SEGA really is doing themselves a disservice by not polishing this in a modern port, but regardless, do whatever it takes to play this game if you like stylish games that are a blast to move and jump around in. One of my favorite games that I played this year.

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2021


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When I got my Xbox for Christmas way back in the day it came bundled with JSRF. I had no idea what this game was, but boy was it ever a blast to play through. The art style was fantastic, gameplay was smooth and super fun, and that soundtrack was bouncin'! I fully agree that SEGA should really polish a modern port of this game. I would pick that up in a heartbeat!

1 year ago

I'm still hoping that the rumors of Sega considering another installment in the series are true. I would buy it in a heartbeat

1 year ago

One day I'll get around to playing this. It sounds like a dream to play.