I've enjoyed this entry a lot more than IV. I started on hard because of how easy IV was on normal, and this one is up there with Nocturne on difficulty. It seems they tuned it down on normal in contrast to Nocturne, but that is expected when trying to push an IP into the mainstream. All in all, a healthy balance of new ideas, meeting classic mainstays. A good welcome for newcomers and a must for fans of the series.