i did not play the original release on ds but i have watched cutscene movie from hd remix, very much needed addition to the story of kh2, glad i didn't watch it before the completion of kh2 because it spoils some of the plot twists, and for some reason comes before kh2 in hd collection

i did not expect such peak, soundtrack is fire, gameplay loop is great, and most importantly main plot has left me satisfied, side worlds plot was partially uninteresting for me but some of them are done very well. i cannot express how i like the original characters in this game, really a must play if you are familiar with kh1 and kh:recom.

unfortunately my patience for the game ran out on the final boss, i even grinded cards for a bit and still could not end the game with my current deck. i watched the ending on youtube, and overall i enjoyed the story, but man, it wasn't exciting playing on the same locations as the first game, and seeing same bosses. although all the new characters left me more than satisfied. solid game but i would not recommend it