The beginning of Plague of Shadows was somewhat annoying. Only being able to throw bombs downwards for the first couple stages is absurdly annoying, and Plague Knight's jump control is very unwieldy. Over time, I grew a lot more fond of this mode and by the last 3rd of the game was actually completely enjoying myself. I think the first half or so has a difficult readjustment curve. It doesn't feel like most platformers I've played before, and it certainly doesn't feel like Shovel of Hope. Still a fairly fun game and I like Yacht Club's approach to letting you play as different characters through the same levels. Always a treat.