Gameplay-wise, I don’t think I can ever go back to the first game. The combat is just so much more fun.
Story-wise, I think the pacing is a fair bit better than the first game’s. I was engaged the entire time. I do think the third act was a little rushed though. It was still great, but certain things just didn’t impact me the way they should have because the set-up wasn’t there.

Overall, an amazing game with some weak spots. Still my GOTY tho