I don't know what I was expecting when I ran out to the store and got THPS3 the day of it's release.  Maybe I was hoping for great graphics like Madden 2002, or maybe the story-line of Metal Gear Solid.  When I got home and popped in the game, I was disappointed from the first board all the way to the last level (which I got to in the same night).  THPS3 builds on the exact same stuff that was packed into THPS2.  In fact, I would call THPS3 an add-on pack (except for the online capability, which no one has yet).  The graphics haven't changed much and neither have the moves.  Secrets and hidden areas are far and few between...I found them to be more abundant on THPS2.  Needless to say, after a day of playing this game, it's going back.  Perhaps GTA3 will keep my interest longer, or maybe even fingernails on a chalkboard?  Bottom line...if you're looking from an upgrade from THPS2 don't get your hopes up.  If you're looking for more scenery for THPS3, this is the game to get.
I don't know what I was expecting when I ran out to the store and got THPS3 the day of it's release. Maybe I was hoping for great graphics like Madden 2002, or maybe the story-line of Metal Gear Solid. When I got home and popped in the game, I was disappointed from the first board all the way to the last level (which I got to in the same night). THPS3 builds on the exact same stuff that was packed into THPS2. In fact, I would call THPS3 an add-on pack (except for the online capability, which no one has yet). The graphics haven't changed much and neither have the moves. Secrets and hidden areas are far and few between... I found them to be more abundant on THPS2. Needless to say, after a day of playing this game, it's going back. Perhaps GTA3 will keep my interest longer, or maybe even fingernails on a chalkboard? Bottom line... if you're looking from an upgrade from THPS2 don't get your hopes up. If you're looking for more scenery for THPS3, this is the game to get.