An extremely impressive game for its time. The story, voice acting, and presentation were all fantastic in a period of gaming where those weren't focused on much. The tone of the game remains much more grounded than the sequels, with the meta commentary and jokes being utilized far less (Psycho Mantis being the biggest exception.) The controls can feel a little dated, especially if you aren't already familiar with the gameplay of the series. I've never been a big fan of the button mashing torture sequence, though it is far from the worst one in the series. Despite some flaws, its an extremely memorable game overall and a must play for any PS1 fan.