First thing I like to note is that I'm not a kickstarter backer for this game, and I personally think this game has a lot of bad press due to the delays and kickstarter backers expecting too much from the product, horrible marketing campaign, etc. This review is based on the game itself as a standalone product.This video game is essentially a Mega Man game with a dash mechanic with high emphasis on speed runs (more on this later) as it has the same theme and plot you'd expect from Mega Man: Robot masters (Mighty Numbers) go out of control, and it's up to you to re-program them/snap them out of their trance or virus, etc and save the world from a mad scientist.Despite the infinite dash mechanic and optional free boost upgrades after each death, the game is really challenging like past Mega Man games. The first boss may be challenging, but after the defeating one, the rest of the bosses should be easy (aside from the final) after you find out which mighty number ability is weak against the other as you are able to absorb and use the ability of the defeated Might Number. This is not to say the levels are easy as like other mega man games, the enemy placement and environmental hazards can pose a problem to those new to this type of game, and a lot of trial and error is required to beat the level.Controls are very responsive and fluid with no framerate stutters even with the infinite dash (except for the online mode). My only issue with gameplay is the shifting different weapons in real time which require too much button presses to initiate. Would be great if the have two dedicated buttons (namely shoulder buttons) to where you can scroll through them and memorize the number of button presses instead of holding down a button to initiate weapon select, scroll down to choose your weapon then press another button to select it.New mechanics not present in mega man games are:-The already mentioned infinite dash-You can grab onto ledges and pull yourself up-When enemies get enough damage they start to glow a certain color where you can dash into them for an instant kill and absorb them instead of doing more shots with your blaster. The bosses also glow, but you have to dash into them before they recover, like white health in street fighter. The glow/dash mechanic not only do massive damage, but also give you point bonuses and increase meter on special number ability moves-High score system. This game is very focused on combos and how fast you complete each stage rather than a grand adventure to defeat each boss. After completing a level, the game present you with a letter grade, and completion time.The level designs are really creative and each feel very unique. Unlike traditional Mega Man games it feels that the levels are centered around the speed runner with the combo and infinite dash mechanic making it seems like it's catered to the perfectionist. This is also enthized in the trophies achievements on PS4All of the 8 robot masters (Mighty Numbers) you defeat have a very distinctive personality and it's fun to interact with them. When you defeat one, they will show up and give commentary and/or help in another level where their ability is super effective against.The music is not very good. You can barely hear the background music from all the voice and sound effects from the default setting. I had to change the sound configuration from the settings menu. Even the the music is not as great as past Mega Man titles.Online is horrible. Tons of lag and disconnects. Totally unplayable at the time of this review. Even if you are able to connect and play with someone there's a high chance you'll drop out or experience a glitch where you're unable to progress.Overall I think this is a great spiritual successor to Mega Man and it has all the right elements just more modernized. I just think that the external drama surrounding the game lead to some not trying out the game because of it