Far from a perfect game. Sword fighting could be more intuitive, and it's very linear, but I'm enjoying the game nonetheless. I'm actually loving the storyline, it plays out like a good action movie, and it really is a lot of fun. I get sucked into the game every time I play, and my friends laugh at my super-serious face that I have during a sword fight. I'd say it's worth it, but probably not full price. Get a discount and your all good. I'd like to see what ubi could do with more dev time, so perhaps red steel 2 will be awesome!!