The bubblegum Japanese pop tune accompanying the intro movie feels just like the beginning of classic Anime movies, and sets the tone for the game perfectly. It's not often that you want to go back and watch a game intro more than once. You will here. The sound effects are in and of themselves quite good. The game features ambient sounds which change with location and terrain.
Footsteps sound different on different surfaces, as do bullet ricochets and weapon sounds.
The story is also well crafted. You play the part of Sanjuro Makabe, an up and coming young commander in the UCA Security Force. As in all good Anime characters, Sanjuro has had his share of triumphs and heartaches, and how these interrelate with the other characters in the game is an essential part of the story. You don't just shoot things, but actually interact with characters as the story unfolds. Along the way, you'll also find that a substance called Kato is necessary for the survival of the human race.