New Marais is so colorful and industrially varied, unlike Empire City wherein every region looked and felt about the same. Not only is navigation made better by a more diverse environment, but also by better core gameplay. Cole moves so fluidly and none of his powers ever stop being fun to use. The Karma system diverts into two distinct experiences not only in the awesome abilities earned, but also in pedestrians' attitudes...which are impressively realistic. The story presentation is fantastic thanks to improved motion capture (and general visual quality), likable dynamic characters who finally do more than just argue with one another, and a properly developed story. Applause to Sucker Punch, a studio that has regained my utmost respect.