Preface: I am a Kickstarter backer, only paid the $15 USD tier for a digital copy. I am also a long time video gamer and have fond memories of Banjo, Mario, Ape Escape, and Spyro series of games.

Updated Summary: The game is a 8/10 for me. It's solid, but has it's flaws. I highly recommend a controller no matter what. If you love 90's 3D platformers then it's a great buy at $40 USD, but if you only have a slight interest in platformers then wait till it hits the $10-$20 range.

Summary: There are a few issues with the game, but the core of the game is solid and I definitely recommend buying it. I'll have to play through the game fully before I can say if it's worth it at "X price" or give a final score, but it's a 8/10 so far for me. Oh and I am using a controller for this, haven't tried keyboard/mouse, but it's a 3D platformer and it should be played with a controller.

Positive(s);
* Graphics are beautiful and zero performance issues for me
* Game mechanics are solid and fluid
* World design is amazing
* Written dialogue is hilarious

Neutral;
* Camera can be wonky in certain areas(forced perspectives), but the majority of the game it's fine so far.
* Can't skip cutscenes nor certain dialogue sequences.
* Update: Mini-bosses for the worlds were "ok", expected a bit more from them.
* Update: A few more worlds would have been appreciated, but hopefully DLC will fix this going forward.

Negative(s);
* Voices can get annoying at times, but can be skipped in most dialogue events while still reading the text.
* No online co-op or multiplayer, maybe in a future patch(?), but it's not the 90's anymore and most of my gaming friends are too far away to do some jolly cooperation with.
* Update: Lack of options with keyboard/mouse support, no B key assigned. Controller HIGHLY recommended.

*Update* April 14th

So I just finished the game(both defeating the end boss and collecting everything and getting all the achievements). In-game time was 18 hours and 35 minutes from start to finish.

I'm happy with the end boss fight and the feeling of having collected everything on my own is such a huge satisfaction that most video games do not give nowadays. I'd say if you loved Banjo and other 3D platformers growing up then the $40 USD price tag is fair, but if you're only semi-interested in the genre then wait until it hits $10-$20 USD.

It's a very solid game and I'd still give it a 8/10. If it had online co-op and a few more worlds with fixes for KB/M controls and voice options then I'd say it's a 9-10/10.

Also since I was a backer, I just want to say thanks to Playtonic for bringing this game to life. Seeing my name in the end credits was a joyful experience and a great end to this game for me.

Preface: I am a Kickstarter backer, only paid the $15 USD tier for a digital copy. I am also a long time video gamer and have fond memories of Banjo, Mario, Ape Escape, and Spyro series of games. Updated Summary: The game is a 8/10 for me. It's solid, but has it's flaws. I highly recommend a controller no matter what. If you love 90's 3D platformers then it's a great buy at $40 USD, but if you only have a slight interest in platformers then wait till it hits the $10-$20 range. Summary: There are a few issues with the game, but the core of the game is solid and I definitely recommend buying it. I'll have to play through the game fully before I can say if it's worth it at "X price" or give a final score, but it's a 8/10 so far for me. Oh and I am using a controller for this, haven't tried keyboard/mouse, but it's a 3D platformer and it should be played with a controller. Positive(s); * Graphics are beautiful and zero performance issues for me * Game mechanics are solid and fluid * World design is amazing * Written dialogue is hilarious Neutral; * Camera can be wonky in certain areas(forced perspectives), but the majority of the game it's fine so far. * Can't skip cutscenes nor certain dialogue sequences. * Update: Mini-bosses for the worlds were "ok", expected a bit more from them. * Update: A few more worlds would have been appreciated, but hopefully DLC will fix this going forward. Negative(s); * Voices can get annoying at times, but can be skipped in most dialogue events while still reading the text. * No online co-op or multiplayer, maybe in a future patch(?), but it's not the 90's anymore and most of my gaming friends are too far away to do some jolly cooperation with. * Update: Lack of options with keyboard/mouse support, no B key assigned. Controller HIGHLY recommended. *Update* April 14th So I just finished the game(both defeating the end boss and collecting everything and getting all the achievements). In-game time was 18 hours and 35 minutes from start to finish. I'm happy with the end boss fight and the feeling of having collected everything on my own is such a huge satisfaction that most video games do not give nowadays. I'd say if you loved Banjo and other 3D platformers growing up then the $40 USD price tag is fair, but if you're only semi-interested in the genre then wait until it hits $10-$20 USD. It's a very solid game and I'd still give it a 8/10. If it had online co-op and a few more worlds with fixes for KB/M controls and voice options then I'd say it's a 9-10/10. Also since I was a backer, I just want to say thanks to Playtonic for bringing this game to life. Seeing my name in the end credits was a joyful experience and a great end to this game for me.