I should point out that I am completely unfamiliar with the series, and will be relating what my wife, her cousin and her mother say about the game. I should also note that they are HUGE fans. In the week that I got the game, they have been over twice to play. As a point of reference, my mother-in-law was last here about a month ago and my wife's cousin hasn't been over in months. I wish I could say it was my charm and devilishly good looks.....alas, that is probably not the case. As a non-participant, I can tell you that they get very excited. Seeing some clips, the video look great, everything is clear, and it seems pretty easy to play. Of course they know everything, well, my wife's cousin does, and she makes it look easy. My wife finds it the most challenging....but they love it, and it's a great excuse for them to get together. It's not that my wife's cousing runs away with it, she still finds it challenging. I should also mention that my wife is not really a "game person." And for her to enjoy a game so much is pretty impressive to me....so, if you are a fan, I think you must buy this. My wife agrees. My mother-in-law agrees. My wife's cousin, well, her birthday is comming up, and she is very clear on what she wants....this!