from a more practical perspective, this game definitely pales in comparison to its predecessor and i wouldn't dispute anyone who argues that it jumped the shark. regardless, i have a lot of memories tied to the Saints Row games and even when this one gets repetitive it rarely feels boring. absurdly dumb but never seems like it's trying to impress anyone with the (admittedly juvenile) humor but itself. definitely recognizes its own stupidity and i respect it for that.