There are many things that can be said about this game. to some it is too linear, to some it is too challenging, too hard or too easy. The word 'too' seems to be added to all of them. From the beginning of the game, you will get thrown into a 2d challenge unlike any. This game and Castlevania are the only 2d platform challenges you should consioder. nothings gets close, and this game has been around for some time. The game starts with your arrival on a space station. This place is ggraphical nothing less then a masterpiece. Each part with it's own theme, challenges, rewards and opponents. I agree that this game is indeed very lineair. You need to follow a route for most of the time, and within that level there is not much deviating possible. That does not alter the fact that this game goes to the very edge of what a GBA can deliver. Add to this that joining this game with the GC title 'Metroid Prime' will open up a few nice extra's makes this game even more a must then you imagine. The sights and sounds that you will receive will surpass your expectations. Also the fact that some rewards come aat the expense of your nerves, your patience annd even your skilled use of controls and buttons. Yes, I have had this game now for 2 years and i am still proud of owning it. This game bby itself is worth buying a GBA, and for the latest update, it looks even more amazing on a DS.