Overall, The Phantom Fortress is a surprisingly captivating portable game, that does well to live up to its popular name. Those who aren't fans of the series might have some trouble starting, but the game doesn't go out of its way to punish unfamiliarity. Fans should find the entire experience entertaining, and it's hard to find fault with the core mechanics. It's a solid buy, and the single-UMD multiplayer only sweetens the deal.
