I played the original once again before starting the remake, just so I can see them both side by side.
I have to say, this is how you do a remake.

Lovingly remade, story enhanced or extended, the beautiful soundtrack we are familiar with.
It is a classic with a fresh coat of paint and a lot of TLC.

My one regret, I finished the game.
I wish there was Story DLC or plans for it in the works.
After all the work that went into it to make this beautiful remake, it seems such a shame not to do even more.