The World Ends with You is a bit of a departure from the RPG genre. While this creates a refreshing and compelling experience, some of the departures do little more than complicate things, throwing a few hurdles in the game's path.
The game's art style is one of its more compelling aspects and, if nothing else, will grab your attention. Characters are presented in the same signature style used in Kingdom Hearts, only with a slightly more "trendy" urban feel that compliments the game's tone. Everything in the game is composed of hard, thick black lines and bold colors, giving the presentation an almost graffiti-like appearance. It's a stand-out feature for sure, especially as you run into enemies who, in addition to sharing the game's graffiti style, also pull in elements typically found in tribal tattoos. Though the two styles might seem different from the outset, they merge together nicely and create a bold visual presence.