Late comment:
I just finished the PS4 version of this, and I have to say it's wonderful. Then again, I also liked Renegade Kid's Mutant Mudds as well, so it's no surprise I dug this title. I think one thing that drove me nuts at first was the jump mechanic. It seemed a little too overresponsive and didn't allow for just a short hop. Trying to dodge those triple shot projectiles when fighting the boss was irritating. Eventually, I just learned to jump over the entire trio instead of trying to leap between the bullets, though.
Great quick review, as well. Out of curiosity, did you play Mutant Mudds?
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