The textbook definition of "mid." Rarely does it ever do anything egregious, but it never has any moments of genuine greatness either. There are some decent bosses here and there and some of the levels are fun to explore, but the wonky platforming, limited enemy variety, simple combat, spotty AI and generally banal presentation leave a lot to be desired. Stranger of Paradise is a legitimately better game on just about every front, which is not a statement that any human being should be allowed to utter, but this bizarre reality permits it.

Oh and the PC port is dogshit, as if that needed to be mentioned.