A really great follow-up to the original game. The auto-run mechanic may take some getting used to, but if you're willing to spend more than an hour with it, I think you'll start to feel the rhythm of the game.

Attempts to build on the legacy of its predecessor, but the additions it brings to the table cannot elevate it beyond the simplicity of the original. The updated visuals are welcome, but Super Meat Boy Forever is a classic example of trying too hard to innovate, while losing sight of what made the series so beloved.

The original Super Meat Boy is a genuine classic that has stood the test of time and, contrary to its title, I don't think Forever will. It still offers challenging and rewarding gameplay but its core mechanics sometimes make for a patience-testing and tedious affair.