A prime example of a game feeling like more than the sum of its parts. There's a lot that feels dated about this game, and a lot to dislike, but it still has a certain charm to it that made me want to finish it out. The combat mechanics are passable but get overused in boring combat rooms that are unnatural looking and apparent as soon as you walk into them. There's some variation added at the very end of the game which is nice but it's too little too late for how much combat there is in the game. The exploration and climbing is fine, and probably the best part of the gameplay even though it's been done better since. The puzzles are very basic but do enough to be a change of pace and add to the vibe the game's going for. The story really isn't anything special either, it's like a trope-filled mix of indiana jones and national treasure, but it was still fun enough to want to see it through. I will commend how the major twist is handled. I was spoiled on it beforehand but still enjoyed the execution of it a lot. Very interested to see how they polish this formula in the later games and see if they live up to the hype.