What a surprise this was! It had the approximate vibe of a strong Saturday morning cartoon (think the new DuckTales) all the way through - it started off entertaining and gradually became delightful. Plus it has some unexpectedly emotional moments in it. You're not going to cry, but you are going to feel things you didn't think you would feel at a spinoff Sonic game. I had a big goofy grin plastered on my face throughout the whole climax, which followed through on one of the gameplay mechanics in a shocking and yet totally wonderful and stimulating way. Easily my favorite game I've finished this year (so far).