I'm not really a fan of this type of game, but this is undoubtedly the best game in its genre

The magic of the first game is mostly gone unfortunately, but the gameplay has been refined and expanded and the soundtrack is improved as well. The complaints about the level design have some legitimacy, but I think they're overblown. Add in the level editor and this is still a great game

Pure and simple platforming. Excellent level design, excellent music and visuals, excellent variety in mechanics, excellent controls, excellent level of challenge, excellent amount of content.