I like the attempt to simplify EX Layer's gameplay by giving the characters less and excluding the Gougi, but I'd rather play the original Fighting EX Layer just without the Gougi. Not to say that I dislike the Gougi though, it made EX Layer distinct from Arika's previous fighters even if it's not a preferable system for me over a more traditional fighter. Arika fighting games don't hit the same when their gameplay is simplified, that ridiculous level of freedom and wackiness I feel shouldn't ever be limited, though I can see it appealing to some fans of Arika's games and whoever likes these more simplified fighters like Guilty Gear Strive or Mortal Kombat 11. That new Fighting EX Layer Arika's been showing is looking a lot more up my alley, good to see that they're still working on fighting games, despite their small and lesser known presence in the industry.