My brother just played this game and finished it.  Man, I may not have actually played the game out, but I like the game.  Just observing my brother play the game is thrilling.  Normally I would want to be the one playing, but with this game.  I wish to play it, but at the same time am satisfied with just watching someone else play it.  The background music rocks!  The control and fluidity of the character's fighting skills is phenomenal.  The story isn't to shabby either!  If anyone would want a greatly recommended PS2 game, this is the one.  This is a lot coming from someone who can't find decent PS2 games now a days.