I have probably beat this game like 5+ times as a kid and I still find myself coming back to it every once and a while as a adult. In my opinion this is the best 3d platforms on the GameCube.
From making different models of the enemy types, to the music; each level feels completely different than the one before. Combined with the wacky looking enemies/bosses and the gimmicks of the stages and challenge areas, you can see how much focus the devs put into making a fun game while playing around with interesting ideas.
Some of the boss fights can really show how the game shines in it's wackiness and creativeness. You can fight a large dinosaur in a bikini, a guy who looks like a carny who hides in a cup and plays a shell game to avoid you, and a army spider.
The challenge zones are also another highlight, showcasing both what you and the game engine can do.
My only complaint is snow world being a pain to 100% due to the slides.
Part of me wishes this game was longer, but I feel like it's one of those quality over quantity kind of situations.
From making different models of the enemy types, to the music; each level feels completely different than the one before. Combined with the wacky looking enemies/bosses and the gimmicks of the stages and challenge areas, you can see how much focus the devs put into making a fun game while playing around with interesting ideas.
Some of the boss fights can really show how the game shines in it's wackiness and creativeness. You can fight a large dinosaur in a bikini, a guy who looks like a carny who hides in a cup and plays a shell game to avoid you, and a army spider.
The challenge zones are also another highlight, showcasing both what you and the game engine can do.
My only complaint is snow world being a pain to 100% due to the slides.
Part of me wishes this game was longer, but I feel like it's one of those quality over quantity kind of situations.