It plays exactly like the RE4, not sluggish, just feels that way because that is how the game is. Compared to most other first/third person shooters it isn't as quick, and you have to get used to the controls - I had the same problem with RE4 at first. I was able to complete the first part easily, but the second section was a lot harder at the end. IMO the graphics are better, but the game play is pretty much the same so far. Not sure if that is good or bad.