Trepang2 wears its F.E.A.R. influence on its sleeve, cranking up the action to a ludicrously satisfying degree, but unfortunately fails to back it up with engaging level and mission design.

Frequent wide open areas and wave-based encounters feel more like you're playing on multiplayer maps than thoughtfully constructed levels. While there is a strong emphasis on mobility thanks to a generous slide move and the ability to bounce off enemies with a midair melee attack, the gameplay still shines best in tightly crafted corridors - something I'm left wishing this game had a lot more of.

Still, Trepang2 is a remarkably enjoyable shooter and it's easy to imagine how a tightened-up sequel could be something truly great.