In the end, Melody of Memory is very much a fans-only affair.
The little that’s good here isn’t enough for one to shake off the faulty nature of the game’s narrative and thematic machinery.
When it comes to all things Kingdom Hearts, our feelings toward the franchise are torn.
“Don’t assume your dreams are just fantasy. If you imagine a world, believe in it…and dive in.”
Dream Drop Distance does well to escape the chains of gloating self-worship that has become the stigma of the series.